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Agility classes are for those folks wishing to compete in agility, or for people who just want to do something different with their dog.  This is a structured, teaching class and dogs must pass an evaluation before entering agility class.  Handlers should be able to move freely about, and be able to control their dog (come, stay, here) before entering this class. Classes meet once a week, for six weeks.  Cost $100.00

Dogs will not be judged as to their conformation, however, tips will be given to help show the dog to his/her best advantage.  Junior handlers would also benefit from this class.  Typical handling of both AKC and UKC rings, including proper use of bait, lead, and footwork.  Classes will not be divided as to age/sex.  Classes run for one hour, once a week, for six weeks.  Cost $100.00

Limited to 4 dog/handler teams per class.  Tracking/trailing classes emphasis proper use of terrain, wind direction/speed, humidity, and other factors.  Food is usually used to start.  Ball or retrieve item used at the discretion of the instructor.  Classes will not be divided, however, proper titling techniques (T.D., T.D.X., V.S.T) will be discussed .  Police style tracking can also be taught.  Most rewards approved, live finds and items.  Classes run approx 2 hours, once a week for periods of six, eight or ten weeks.  Cost varies according to length.  Six week class is $450.00 

Cher Car Kennels has been offering canine personal protection training for the family pet since 1977.  (Read more here about "Understanding Canine Protection Training" and learn the answer to "What is a Protection Dog?").  Our Protection classes are always offered directly following an obedience class.  Instructor approval is necessary.  Dogs must have at LEAST one obedience class prior to or during the protection class.  Most dogs will need a stout flat collar, a correction collar, and a strong leather lead.  Some dogs may require additional equipment.  Class runs once a week for six weeks.  Cost is $300.00

Although we feel that most dog/handler teams benefit from taking training together, there are some situations where it is best for us to keep, and train your dog.  In some cases, such as police work, the dog will be “pre trained” to understand all the skills, and the handler brought in at the last two to four weeks to learn to handle the dog, and then certify together.  Most dogs will benefit from a period no longer than two weeks for things like basic obedience, problem solving, or “manners”.  Longer periods will be required for advanced skills like drug detection, tracking, or police certification   

In kennel training, for any of the skills mentioned above. $400.00 per week for first skill, additional costs will be determined by evaluation. 

Dog must pass an evaluation, both in drives and temperaments.  Detection work is not limited to Police applications only.  Dog and handler team must work until they pass a certification process.  Prices vary, according to the drives/abilities of the dog/handler.  Most dogs do well in a ten week course.  Private lessons, of not more than three dogs at one session.  Typically, ten sessions done once a week, at the owners convenience.  Cost $750.00 for first ten sessions. 

Cher Car Kennels trains police dogs from the ground up.  We will locate the right dog for your department, with the dogs’ drives being correct for his ultimate usage.  Small department?  No problem.  We will custom train the dog to fit into the handlers’ life style, so that the addition of the dog will not cause any bad bites, or misusage.  Our method takes a little longer, but we feel confident that once you have dealt with us, you will see what an advantage of this custom training is.  We can train a dual purpose dog (patrol and detection) or single purpose dog (for example, just a drug dog, or just a tracking dog).  Payment plans are welcome.  References are gladly given.

Steve Brewer, Jim Barnes & Art O'Keefe
 with Judge Cheryl Carlson

Steve, Jim and Art are all retired California K-9 Police dog handlers. Photo taken during the Western States Police K-9 Association trial in Maryland. Cheryl had the pleasure and honor of judging this trial.