Class Title:

Puppy Obedience

Beginner Obedience I and II

Intermediate Obedience

Advanced Obedience I and II

Trainer:

Salem Flores, April Mitchell, Irad Flores

Levels:

Puppy, Beginner I and II, Intermediate, and Advanced I and II

Offered:

Group and Private classes

Starting:

Select the desired class for details

Duration:

1 hour

Saturdays: 9:00 am Advanced, 10:00 am Intermediate, 11:00 am Beginners, or by appointment (private)

Location:

Markim's front field

Price:

Depends on the class and the method offered (group or private). Click on the specific class for details

Requirements:

Evaluation of dog required. Please set your appointment at the front desk.

The purpose of these classes is to help dogs learn and practice obedience under all types of conditions, environments, and distractions, starting with the five basic commands: sit, down, heal, stay and come. As the dog progresses, the number of commands, exercises, and the level of difficulty increases drastically. The final desired result is to have a well-mannered, confident, and well-behaved dog under all situations.

Class Title:

Herding

Trainer:

Dorothy "Dot" DeLisle

Levels:

N/A. Lessons are private and personalized to your own dog

Offered:

Private classes only

Starting:

Any time. Continuous

Duration:

1 hour

Sundays: By appointment only

At the very end of the main road through Markim, near Camp Run-A-Muck. As the camp is closed on weekends, herders may park in front of the camp

Price:

Instint test: $35 (Required). Classes: $60/class or $150 for 3 classes

Herding Instinct test is required to evaluate dog’s suitability for taking these classes. Please call for information or set your appointment at the front desk.

The purpose of these classes is to teach dogs to herd livestock in a controlled manner. Because of the high energy state dogs may be in around livestock, herding classes are great to build a strong relationship between the dog and the handler. Learn more...

Class Title:

Foundation Agility

Novice Agility

Open/Advanced Agility

Excellent/Master Agility

Trainer:

Gabriella Ravani from Great Dogs

Levels:

Foundation, Novice, Open/Advanced, Excellent/Masters

Offered:

Group classes only. Private classes are available by appointment. Workshops are also available from time to time.

Starting:

Call trainer for next starting date (see number below)

Duration:

1 hour

Week days: morning and evening classes. See schedule in the specific class.

Location:

Markim's front field

Price:

Classes: $110/6 weeks

Evaluation of dog required. All new students not starting at the Foundation level must do a half (1/2) an hour private lesson to asses the best class for them. Please set your appointment with the trainer.

The purpose of these classes is teach dogs the sport of agility through fun exercises and games. Through these classes, dogs learn to channel their energy constructively, gain confidence and have fun while increasing the bond with their handlers. Agility is a great exercise and is fun!

These classes are provided by Great Dogs at Markim's facilities. Please set your appointment direclty with the trainer at (858) 679-7538.

Class Title:

Rattlesnake Avoidance

Trainer:

Markim's staff

Levels:

N/A

Starting:

By appointment only

Duration:

About 30 minutes

Cancelled!

Location:

Markim's front field

Price:

$70

Requirements:

N/A

Rattlesnakes are found throughout the southwest in areas that dogs love to explore. A bite from a rattlesnake can severely injure or even kill your dog. Our rattlesnake avoidance training will teach your dog how to recognize the scent, sound and sight of any rattlesnake they encounter and how to avoid them. If you want to participate in this training, you can expedite the process of registering by calling Markim to reserve your spot and by printing and filling out the following form. Make sure to bring this form with you when you come to our facilities. Learn more...