Pilot Adventure Program

Thank you for your interest in our Pilot Adventure Program at The Capable Canine. Don’t let your dog get cabin fever this fall and winter. While a traditional day care program can be great, it doesn’t offer the opportunity for dogs to get out in nature. This program is unique in that your dog will get the opportunity to let his or her hair down in the great outdoors. Your dog and a few other doggie friends will get to visit a trail, park, beach, etc. for 90 to 120 min on each excursion. Unlike other programs that rotate different dogs each session, we will have the same dogs attend throughout the program so they can develop deep bonds and friendships.

This program will run for 5 weeks on Thursdays, starting Oct. 30th from 8:45 to 12:30 pm.

The cost is $375 which is $75 per session.

dog Adventure Program

Schedule

  • Drop off will be from 8:45-9:00 at The Capable Canine (863 Alfred Road Arundel, ME 04046)
  • Travel to destination 9:00 to 9:30
  • Excursion 9:30 to 11:15
  • Travel back to The Capable Canine 11:30 – 12:00
  • Owner pick up 12:00 to 12:30

Requirements to Attend our Pilot Adventure Program:

  • Dogs must be social with other dogs and new people. This program is not suited for dogs that bark or lunge at dogs or other stimuli.
  • A Reliable Recall, Name Response, Eye Contact, Touch, Leave It, and Sit.
  • Completed application and full payment of $375 1 week before program starts.
  • Dogs must be 15 weeks or older with all 3 sets of DHPP shots.
  • DHPP, and Kennel Cough vaccinations required. Rabies vaccination is required by 6 months of age.
  • A negative fecal sample test.
  • Attendance of a minimum of one class at The Capable Canine or subsequent private training is required.
  • Successful Interview with another dog(s).
  • Ability to be off leash on a long line.
  • Ability able to ride in a van with other dogs calmly.

Our goal during the Pilot Adventure program is meant to be a doggie social outing and less on traditional behaviors such as stay, wait and walking on a loose leash. Although,those behaviors are very important that will not be our primary focus in this program. We will introduce the very useful behavior of a whistle recall. The is an invaluable tool that you will be able to use for your dog’s lifetime. During the Pilot Adventure Program dogs will have social time with other dogs and get to sniff around in nature. Your dog will get lots of practice with developing reliable eye contact, name response, sit, touch, recall and leave it. When we are on excursions all dogs will wear a long line for safety purposes. All dogs should be able to ride calmly in a van with other dogs. All dogs will be tethered or ride in crates while being transported to and from their excursion.

    • Dismissal of the Program

    Not all dogs are suited for this program. Dogs must be social with humans and dogs alike. Dismissal of the program is at the discretion of the The Capable Canine. If your dog needs to be removed from the program due to behavioral concerns no refunds will be given.

    Illness

    We take pride in protecting your dog from any infectious diseases, viral infections or other illnesses. Your dog must be in good health to attend The Adventure Program. If for any reason your dog becomes ill during the duration of the program he/she will need to stay home. In order to be permitted to return, we must receive written notice from your veterinarian that your dog is in good health. If we suspect your dog may have an illness we will notify you immediately. You will need to make arrangements for immediate pick up. If your dog misses several classes due to illness we may be able to schedule a make up session(s) at no additional cost. Please discuss with your trainers.

    The Capable Canine’s Pilot Adventure Program was created by certified trainers (CPDT-KAs) using 100 percent reward-based methods. We use clicker training and DO NOT use antiquated methods such as “e-collar”, electric shock or stimulation, pain or force of any kind to train dogs. Reward-based methods are scientifically proven to be the most effective and humane. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IehSE-fki5bnrotSbr2KeBqmBiRAUSGP/view) We pride ourselves in being members of The Pet Professional Guild, The Association of Force Free Trainers, The Association of Professional Dog Trainers and certified through The Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers.