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Training methods

Here at Completely Canines we use the most up-to-date, scientifically proven, positive, reward based dog training methods. Therefore we don’t permit the use of any harsh handling, methods or equipment designed to be aversive. Anyone seen to be training their dogs in this way or using such items (like choke/half choke chains, prong/spray/electric collars or anything else deemed to be unacceptable by the trainer) will not be permitted in class or in training sessions. Completely Canines adheres to the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers code of conduct.

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Payment for Classes:

We limit the number of dogs in our classes to provide the appropriate trainer to dog ratio. Booking in advance guarantees a place on our courses.

All payment needs to be settled within 48 hours of booking a place. The payment is non-refundable. If the customer cannot make the training session they may be allowed to transfer to another class at the sole discretion of Completely Canines, but partial refunds are not given for missed classes. You will be booking for a set of six classes at a time (or 8 if it is a puppy class)-if you miss a class you still need to pay for that spot that week.

For One-On-Ones:
No booking is confirmed until payment is made and we ask you settle the payment within 48 hours of booking your session. One-on-one sessions can be re-arranged or re-funded with at least 48 hours notice. If the notice is less than 48 hours re-funding or re-arranging is at the sole discretion of Completely Canines.
           

Extra notes about Dog Classes:

Start times: 
Please arrive in time for each class as latecomers can be disruptive to the other dogs in class. Dogs arriving late can experience stress if barked at by the other dogs. If you are late and we are working dogs off lead, for safety reasons the doors will be locked. Please wait for a convenient moment and we will open the door for you.
Considerations: 

When arriving at class please avoid meeting the other dogs on lead. Not all dogs like to be near other dogs when restrained on lead and may react as a consequence. Do not crowd doorways and allow plenty of room for a dog to enter and exit the hall. On arrival enter the hall when requested and take a seat. Do not allow dogs to play together outside the venue before a class, as this can cause excitement and a lack of attention during the session.

A toilet break before each class will ensure your puppy is empty and comfortable. Please be a responsible dog owner and always clean up after your dog. Take home all used poo bags and do not leave these on the premises or outside in the car park. 

For livelier, excitable dogs it can be beneficial to exercise your dog before class with a game or a short walk. Do not over-exercise your dog before a class otherwise they will be too weary.

Please consider others in class and switch off your mobile phone. We ask that you do hold conversations on your phone during a class. Photography or video recording is not permitted in class. We may occasionally record for promotional purposes, however please alert us if you do not wish to appear.

Dog suitability:

Some dogs will not be suited to the class environment and would be better off being trained on their own in a one-on-one session. This could be that they are reactive to other dogs, over-aroused, fearful, have anxiety, etc. If a dog is deemed by the trainer to be unsuitable in a class then the owner will be asked to remove the dog for that session; and potentially the rest of the course. This is for the dog’s safety and for others attending the class. Please discuss any concerns or questions you have about your dog attending a group class before booking, refunds will not be given.

If we have agreed to your dog attending but the dog is not suited to the class environment, we will offer you alternative arrangements, such as working with you on a one-to-one basis

 

​Children:

We are child friendly and welcome them to attend our training sessions. However, we ask any children under the age of 16 are accompanied by an adult. We reserve the right to ask for disruptive children to not be brought to future classes; and potentially to leave the class if it is affecting the other owners and dogs. No child must approach other dogs without the owner’s permission and with supervision.  We accept no responsibility for children at classes and it is the responsibility of the supervising adult to ensure the children’s safety at all times.

 

Safety:

If any injuries or accidents happen they must be reported to the trainer at the time they occurred. Any mess left by dogs must be cleaned up straight away and disposed of in the proper way; the trainer will help sanitise if needed. All dogs must be kept on leads at all times and be a safe distance away from other dogs unless specifically instructed by the trainer. Flexi/extendable leads are not permitted in class in order to avoid injury.

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Health & Vaccination:

All dogs attending any training session/class with Completely Canines should be suitably protected from the potential diseases and treated for external and internal parasites. Please consult your vet with regards to such issues. Where classes and sessions are held there may have been other dogs using that area and so there is never a guarantee of no risk to disease. Also, equipment like toys may have been in contact with other dogs. It is the owner/handler’s responsibility to ensure that their dog is appropriately protected against risk of disease. If an owner chooses not to fully vaccinate their dog this is entirely their choice and accept all risks.

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No dogs are to brought to classes if they have been in recent contact with another dog infected by a contagious disease or if they appear unwell.  If your dog is unwell and cannot attend a class the owner is more than welcome to participate without their dog. By agreeing to these terms and conditions you are accepting full responsibility for the protection of your dog from the risk of disease.

Bitches in season are not permitted to attend a class. Please notify us if you consider your bitch may come into season during a course. Refunds are not given though we may offer alternative arrangements, such as deferring to another course, or pausing your training.

 

​Disclaimer:

Owner agrees to indemnify Completely Canines harmless from all liability for any loss, damage or injury to persons, animals or property arising from or related to owner’s pet. Owner agrees that Completely Canines shall not be liable for loss or damage to animal for any reason unless said loss or damage was a direct result of Completely Canines’ negligence. You also agree to make any person who accompanies you to a session(s), or takes your place, aware that they are also there at their own risk.

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These T&Cs are for the interest of safety, responsibility and welfare for our clients. We reserve the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will take immediate effect and it is the responsibility of our clients to read these.

We provide a safe and secure environment as practicably reasonable and endeavour to apply good practices with all our training services. We endeavour to run all classes in as safe and professional manner as possible. Completely Canines also takes all reasonable precautions when providing behavioural services to minimise the risk of injury from being bitten. However remote, dog training is not without risk therefore participation in training and behaviour services is at the owner’s risk. Completely Canines or any of its individual assistants, or helpers, will not accept responsibility for any loss, injury or damage to any persons, or dogs attending a course, or to their property howsoever caused during the provision of dog training activities.

Use of information or advice given in connection with the above sessions including but not limited to any liability for errors, inaccuracies, omissions or misleading or defamatory statements. 

Owners are advised to have appropriate pet insurance cover that includes third party liability insurance. Completely Canines has public liability and relevant business insurance to run classes. 

1-2-1 Training sessions: 

The training session will take place at your home or at a suitable, agreed location, depending on the nature of the training. Practical aspects of the programme are included and will be demonstrated to you. 

Fees must be paid at least 24 hours prior to the training session with a deposit made to secure the booking. If booking a 'package' of sessions, the total fee must be paid prior to the first appointment and all sessions in a pre-paid package must be taken within 6 months of that date. Any parking expenditure or congestion charge, if applicable, will be in addition. There is a surcharge of £35.00 for appointments scheduled for after 5.00 pm on weekdays or on weekends. If you need to cancel your appointment please inform me, allowing 48 hours notice. Cancelled appointments with less than the notice period will incur a cancellation charge of £30.00. 

Refunds: 
Refunds for home visits cannot be given unless the animal has been re-homed or no longer in the owner's possession.   

 

Website & Intellectual property rights: 

The Completely Canines website and its content, including without limitation the design, text, graphics and all software and source codes connected with the website and its services, are protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights and legislation. In accessing and using the Website you agree that you will access the contents solely for your personal, non-commercial use. None of the content may be downloaded, copied, reproduced, transmitted or distributed without the prior written consent of the copyright holder. For downloadable handouts and factsheets, permission is granted for one copy to be printed per owner for personal use. Handouts and factsheets must not be altered, modified or reworded for further distribution. Photographs, video or any graphics cannot be used without the accompanying text or without obtaining the permission of the copyright holder. Material from this website is for personal use only and is not to be redistributed. To our knowledge the books, training devices or equipment sold or promoted via this website are to promote only kind, fair and effective methods. We do not intend to endorse any material that advocates the use of punishment or harsh methods. Opinions and advice given through this website via these materials may not reflect those of Completely Canines.
 

Confidentiality: 

Privacy Notice:

(Why we collect your personal data and what we do with it)

When you supply your personal details to us they are stored and processed for 2 reasons:

1. We need to collect personal information in order to provide our services safely and effectively and as such have a a ‘Legitimate Interest’.

2. Provided we have your consent, on occasion we may email you news, updates from us, training tips and offers for our training courses. You may withdraw this consent at any time by emailing us at completelycaninesdogtraining@gmail.com. If you do not wish to be contacted, please state below.

We have a legal obligation to retain our records about you for 7 years after your most recent appointment. After this period you can ask us to delete our records about you. Otherwise, we may retain our records about you indefinitely in order that we can provide the best possible service should you contact us again in the future.

Your records are stored on paper at our premises (which are always locked when unoccupied) and on our email systems (which is hosted by a third party and secured by password) and Dropbox (this provider statement regarding compliance with GDPR is here).

We will never share your data with anyone who does not need access without your written consent. Only the following people will have routine access to your data:

• Our administrative support team and accountants.

We will never pass your details on to other parties.

You have the right to see what personal data of yours we hold, and you can ask us to correct any factual errors. Provided the legal minimum period has elapsed, you can also ask us to erase your records by emailing us.

 

 

I hereby agree to the above Terms & Conditions

 

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