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2024 - Celebrating 43 years!
Hello, thank you for your interest in my small group classes!
Remember to keep your pet(s) safe and comfortable! When it's hot out, before walking your pet on pavement, do the hand test.
My indoor classes are held at Hilton Elementary in Brighton, MI fall through spring. New? As there is much information I have noted five steps below to give you basic info in a concise way.
Registering Late? Be sure to bring your class payment receipt with you.
Curious about attendance? See my small class size rosters at my on line newsletter, Trainer's Bark News. Click HERE and scroll down to roster lists.
Pets must have two distemper, parainfluenza and parvo vaccines, a clear fecal check and if your pet is six months or older, a rabies vaccine per MI law.
Titers documented on veterinary letterhead are happily accepted!
If you don't have a copier, I can borrow your record(s) at the first class and return your original at the following class.
Note: Bordetella is recommended if your pet will be boarded during classes, at a groomer salon, in public parks or at day care facilities due to the higher percentage of possible infection.
BCE Results and Pawformance Specialty Classes
#1 Read Program Information .
Returns if the same trainer and pet are returning, only health updates (if any) are needed.
Hilton Elementary School, 9600 Hilton Road, Brighton, MI 48116
Note a traffic signal is at the Old US-23 & Hilton Road intersection.
Puppy and Obedience trainers: Park in the east lot by the gym, not in front of the school.
Hilton Elementary Google directions
Classes are color coded throughout this web site per paw colors.
Basic training recommended for all: Puppy, Obedience & Manners (O&M) One or O&M Extra and O&M Two.
Enjoying class? Consider joining an advanced offering for a 'date night' with your pet!
To join a class, follow registration instructions noted at each specific class below and use the link to register on line.
Brighton Community Ed (BCE).
If "Wait" list appears for your selection because an offering has filled, consider getting wait listed. Last minute openings occasionally occur.
Register by phone with credit card: (810) 299-4130 during regular CE office business hours.
Or Walk In - check w/BCE for current office hours. The BCE Office is now in the BECC building.
The Brighton Community Education Refund Policy:
Regarding registration or refunds, contact information and/or payment contact the Brighton Community Ed office at 810 - 299 - 4130.
All other Q's pertaining to instruction or classes, please email, use the link below
OR call me, Mary T. Ratelle, Home Office 'Bark Line' (517) 548 - 4536
Brighton Community Ed: If Brighton Area Schools are closed, our evening classes are cancelled and every attempt will be made to reschedule.
NO PETS at the first class!
Bring Forms to the first Puppy class: A copy of your pet's health record for the instructor's file and
If you are registering the day of class start, be prepared to show your receipt at class check in if asked in case you are not on my roster.
Please provide a valid email when you register as the instructor will send a "Welcome to..." note with important
Brighton Hilton Elementary Google directions
9600 Hilton Rd. Park in the east lot, enter directly into the gym, door #2.
Classes #2 - #6 Time: 6:05 - 6:50p
BCE Class ID #454-f24a.
Classes #2 - #6 Dates: W 9/11, Tu 9/17, Tu 9/24, Tu 10/1 is the last class.
Fee: $148 for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to observe!
Register With BCE On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens.
Next Pending 2025 Winter Sessions
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
Prerequisite: Current Results Puppy Class or recent well behaved Puppy Class graduate trainer and pet with instructor permission.
Early Fall Special - Mon. Sept. 30, 7:30 - 8:10p Fee: $38 for one class.
Late Fall Special - Mon. Nov. 18, 7:30 - 8:10p Fee: $38 for one class
Location: Hilton Elementary Multi Purpose Room, enter Door #TBD, then go to the second room on right.
To register for Puppy PreAgility, contact the instructor (not BCE). Bring the class fee with a check payable to: "BCE" to hold a spot.
Instructor will confirm class and time by email so please be sure I have your current email on file!
Email link here:
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
This six week class is to provide training for companion dogs. It is not for dogs with serious behavioral and/or aggression issues.
New to this program? Click on the above O&M One header for a detailed class description.
Register early to avoid disappointment! This class usually fills.
NO PETS at the first class!
Bring Forms to the first class: A copy of your pet's health record for the instructor's file and
If you are registering the day of class start, be prepared to show your receipt at class check in if asked in case you are not on my roster.
Please provide a valid email as the instructor will send a "Welcome to..." note with important
Time First Class Only: Check in at 6:15, class ends at 8:30p. Bring forms, see above.
Time classes #2 - #6 6:30p - 7:30p You may enter 6:15p+, please be at your station ready to train by 6:30p.
Brighton Hilton Elementary Google directions
9600 Hilton Rd. Park in the east lot, enter directly into the gym, door #2.
BCE Class ID #455-f24a
Classes #2 - #6 Dates: W 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16 is the last class.
Fee: $222 for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to attend!
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
BCE Class ID #455-f24b
Classes #2 - #6 Dates: T 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, (no class 11/5), 11/12, 11/19, 11/26 is the last class.
Fee: $222 for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to attend!
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
Pre-requisite: Results Puppy (with instructor permission) or O&M One Graduates attending within six months of your last Results class.
Results Puppy Class Graduate with the same pet and trainer with instructor permission.
Or
Pre-requisite: Results Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level One Returning pet with the same trainer and instructor permission.
If you are registering the day of class start, be prepared to show your receipt at class check in if asked in case you are not on my roster.
Fee: Three classes $118
BCE Class ID #TBD-f24a
Classes #2 - #6 Dates: Tu 9/17, 9/24, 10/1 is the last class.
Time: 7:00p - 7:45p Please wait (away from the doors) for the previous class to exit before entering the gym.
Fee: $118 for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to attend!
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
BCE Class ID #455-f24b
Classes #2 - #6 Dates: Tu 11/12, 11/19, 11/26 is the last class.
Time: 6:30p - 7:30p First class: Please arrive at or close to 6:15p so your pet may settle in.
Fee: $118 for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to attend!
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
Questions?
Email link here:
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
PETS DO attend the first class!
Prerequisite: Recent Results trainer and pet that have successfully completed O&M Level One and instructor permission.
Bring to the first O&M Two class: Health updates (if any), supplies from the last class, including a non-skid rug which will be used at Class #4.
If you are registering the day of class start, be prepared to show your receipt at class check in if needed in case you are not on my roster.
Location link:
Brighton Hilton Elementary Google directions
9600 Hilton Rd. Park in the east lot, enter directly into the gym, door #2.
To register, use BCE Class ID #456-f24a.
Time: 6:30 - 7:30p
Class Dates: W 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, (no class 11/27)12/4 is the last class.
Fee: $188 for one trainer and pet. Pet do attend all classes.
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
PETS DO attend the first class!
Prerequisite: Recent Results trainer and pet that have successfully completed O&M Level Two and instructor permission.
Bring to the first class: Health updates (if any), supplies from the last class.
If you are registering the day of class start, be prepared to show your receipt at class check in if needed in case you are not on my roster.
Location link:
Brighton Hilton Elementary Google directions
9600 Hilton Rd. Park in the east lot, enter directly into the gym, door #2.
To register use BCE Class ID #486-f24a.
Time: 6:30p - 7:30p.
Class Dates: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, (no class 11/27), 12/4 is the last class.
Fee: $176 for one trainer and pet. Pets attend all classes.
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
There are many AKC clubs in the SE MI area that offer Canine Good Citizen testing. This test is usually a base requirment for those pursuing therapy certifications. My O&M Two and Two Plus offer practice for same.
'Fake' Documentaton: An 'on line' certification available for a fee does a huge disservice to the Therapy Dog programs. Please do not undermine the decades of work to provide people with a genuine interest in volunteering to make the world a better place for those truly in need. I will not participate or support the purchasing of 'fake' certifications which exploit the system.
Prerequisite: Current Results Puppy or an O&M Class current participant or graduate trainer and pet with instructor permission.
Pending Early Fall Special - Mon. Sept. 30, 7:35 - 8:15p Fee: $38 for one class.
Pending Late Fall Special - Mon. Nov. 18, 7:35 - 8:15p Fee: $38 for one class
Location: Hilton Elementary Multi Purpose Room, enter Door #TBD, then go to the second room on right.
To register for a PreAgility special, contact the instructor (not BCE). Bring the class fee with a check payable to: "BCE" to hold a spot.
Instructor will confirm class and time by email so please be sure I have your current email on file!
Email link here:
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
PETS DO attend the first class!
Fee is for one trainer and pet. Mature household member is welcome to attend.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission and minimum O&M One for Level One, O&M Two for Level Two.
Bring to the first class:
Health updates (if any).
Class times will be set by training level by the instructor after registration closes.
Location link:
Brighton Hilton Elementary Google directions
9600 Hilton Rd. Park in the east lot. Use the east parking lot exercise area for your pet. Entry Door # TBD
Times:
Agility One:
Agility Two:
Fee: All Rec. Agility One and Two Classes - Five weeks with pet - $188
Dates: 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 (last).
Dates: 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25 (last).
Email link here:
Training Director-Instructor (Mary T.)
Prerequisite for AKC Rally-O: Results O&M Two and instructor permission.
PETS DO attend the first class! Will be scheduled on Mondays with interest Winter 2025. Interested? Contact the instructor!
BN exercises will be offered as a separate class with interest! Or if there is a 'majority' interest in the O&M Two Plus class,
Prerequisite for AKC Beginner Novice (BN): Results O&M Two and instructor permission.
PETS DO attend the first class! Will be scheduled with interest 2025.
Prerequisite for AKC Rally-O: Results O&M Two and instructor permission.
PETS DO attend the first class! Will be scheduled with interest 2025, inquire.
Group Class Registration Information and Schedule
Results & Pawformance Sports!
The pending fall class schedule is updated! See below for my classes held through Brighton, MI Community Education. Registration opens in August!
Put your hand on the walking surface, hold it there for five minutes - if you can without discomfort.
If it is too hot for hand, it is too hot for your pet's paws. Pets are stoic, please be considerate.
Keep your vehicle venilated when your pet(s) are in it, even on cloudy days! And keep your pet hydrated.
If you have any Q's, feel free to reach out, contact info is below. Have a safe and wonderful summer!
I hope to see you and your pet(s) this fall, Mary T.
Instructor Specials - Retrieve! and Intro to Outdoor Tracking are offered through the instructor and advertised to in house Results trainers. (Held in the North Howell area.)
Note: These outdoor offerings are on hold at this time as there are many various wildlife babies in or close to training areas. And it is just too hot!!
2024 GROUP Classes Information and Brighton Community Ed (BCE) Schedule
Please note, we try our best to run classes as advertised, however due to unforeseen future events at time of advertising, printing, etc. - some dates may change. If you see 'pending' noted, that means that I have submitted my upcoming schedule which I expect to be approved. Changes will be made to my classes if needed and the 'pending' note removed when BCE approves dates and times.
If you are not on the instructor's roster, without a receipt with the class name, date and paid, I am not allowed to have you participate. Thank you, Mary T.
Health Record Bring a current copy of your pet's health record for the instructor's file at your first class - before the pets attend class #2. Pets without documentation are not allowed to participate.
Note vaccinations are not 100% effective. If your pet displays any health concerns, please do not bring it to class and risk passing infection to other pets.
You are strongly encouraged to attend without your pet so you may teach new lessons new lessons when your pet is able.
Please do not schedule vaccination(s) or grooming appointments on a class day. Your pet should be allowed to remain home and rest following same.
Recent Results-Pawformance Returning Trainers ONLY: If you simply need to register on line and have met prerequisites (if any) use this link to see what Brighton Community Ed is currently accepting registrations for.
Note, more content and upcoming offerings are listed below. Future offerings may or may not be posted on BCE's currently registering page as BCE will only list what they are currently registering for.
NEW? Signing up is easy, please follow steps #1 - #5 to help ensure a good class fit:
Here you will also FAQs at the bottom of the page, then return to this Schedule page.
#2 Read Trainer Information Form & Rules.
If you agree with the terms, print this two page form and bring completed to the first class.
#3 Group Class Information:
Note parking, exercise and entrance areas.
Pets are not allowed on other areas of the grounds or indoors except for the gym.
If your pet is with you, use the direct gym entrance. Agility trainers only - Door #TBD.
A short distance west of Old-US 23 on the south side.
Or
From the I-96 exit #145 - Grand River, go north on Grand River to Hilton Rd. (first road traffic signal).
Go east on Hilton Rd. about 1-1/2 miles.
Exercise area for pets is on the southernmost east side 'islands' of grass inbetween the parking lot and side drive.
My navy blue Jeep will be parked near our entrance.
Enter directly into the east GYM entrance through the solid door only - not the east side glass doors!
#4 Class Description Links
Scroll down to find your matchinig paw color and class name, then scroll again way below to view upcoming class dates with pertinent info.
If registration is open, there will be a link to register with BCE.
Instructor permission and prerequisites are needed for all advanced classes.
Puppy Class - For pups up to 6 months. New - four condensed weeks geared towards older puppies.
Note: Younger pups are welcome to join. This class may be repeated.
Obedience & Manners One - Entry Level for pets six months - eight years.
Obedience & Manners One Extra! This consists of O&M One #4, #5 and #6 classes.
With instructor permission, it is for the Results Puppy grad and their trainer that have practiced every week and not missed any classes.
Brush Up! Or for Results O&M Level One grads may return for classes #4, 5 and 6 that are in need of a brush up or more simply more practice.
Obedience & Manners Two Prerequisite: O&M One or O&M Extra Results graduaties.
A continuation with more distranctions, distance, hand & whistle signals and more!
See prerequisites at each class listing where dates are posted below.
Recreational Agility - A fun class, with various jumps, Rally weave poles and a mini tunnel.
Get some exercise along with your pet! Indoors on carpet with AC.
Offered September, October, March or April and May.
Obedience & Manners Two Plus! Variious drills along with AKC Canine Good Citizen Test practice.
Especially nice to get your pet out for this class after the holidays when 'cabin fever' hits!
Consider this offering when Recreational Agility is on break.
AKC Rally-Obedience for recreation or show. Offered in late January or February per interest.
#5 REGISTER with BCE to hold a spot for your pet!
Fee must be paid in full to hold a spot in a class - links are provided at each class listing below.
NOTE - we make every effort to offer classes as advertised. Due to possible unforseen circumstances, class offerings may be subject to change.
Be sure to list a phone number you can be reached at on short notice if an opening occurs.
125 Church Street, Brighton, MI 48116
In the old high school/where the SELCRA office used to be on the hill north of downtown.
Use the parking lot on the hill next to the soccer field and go in the main entrance.
Our (BCE) refund policy states that if students wish to cancel out of a class or program, they must give at least 2 days' notice.
If it is less than 2 days' notice, there will be no refund, regardless of attendance.
All mini sessions (1- or 2-day classes) are non-refundable.
A processing fee of $10 will be charged by BCE on all refunds processed.
QUESTIONS?
Inclement weather?
Major cancellations will be broadcast on WHMI (93.5 FM), WJR (760AM and/or WDIV (Channel 4).
Warning! Training with us may be habit forming - pets and people have fun!
Results Pawformance Puppy Class Description Link
completed Trainer Information and Waiver, link for the forms: Trainer Information Form & Rules-Waiver.
information prior to the class start.
Location link:
Time First Class Only: Check in at 6:15, class ends at 8:30p. Bring forms, see above. No pets.
Pending Start: One Wed. Sept. 11, then Tuesdays, Ends Oct. 1
Returning Results Puppy Class Grads: If you completed your Puppy class without missing any classes and have instruction permission (as given at your last class), the same Puppy Class trainer and pet may attend my four week O&M Extra instead of the six week Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level One. You are welcome to register for O&M Level One if your pet (and you) may benefit from the base O&M One start! A review does not hurt your training foundation and may make it stronger.
O&M Extra attendance must be within six months of your Puppy Class graduation! If you miss the six month deadline, please enroll for the full six week O&M One.
Be sure to practice after your Puppy graduation! This class is weeks #4 #5 anf #6 of O&M One.
FMI, scroll down to O&M Extra (past O&M Level One). New for fall 2024, registration for O&M Extra is only through the BCE office.
Questions? Please call the instructor at her home office (not BCE) at: 517 - 548 - 4536 or email, link here:
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Puppy PreAgility Description Link Pending Puppy - PreAgility Special! Fall 2024
As this is a one time class, per BCE policy, no refunds for cancellations or no shows - no makeups unless BCE cancels.
Walk ins will be accepted if a class does not fill.
More Agility info is at Agility section at the bottom of this Schedule page.
Next: Pending Spring 2025 Sessions
Obedience & Manners (O&M) - Level One Description Link
completed Trainer Information and Waiver, link for the forms: Trainer Information Form & Rules-Waiver.
information prior to the class start.
Location link:
Pending Start: Wednesday Sept. 11, ends Oct. 16
Pending Start: Tuesday Oct. 15, ends Nov. 26
Next: Pending Winter 2025 Sessions
Questions? Please call the instructor at her home office (not BCE) at: 517 - 548 - 4536 or email, link here:
O&M Level One Extra! Class Description Link
Note, the class name may be a little misleading, as originally this was only for O&M One grads.
Fee: $180 (see Register below).
See more info at the bottom of my puppy class page on this web site, scroll up and click on the Results Puppy Class header.
Terrific for a brush up for if extra practice is needed before joining O&M Level Two.
Bring: Health record updates if any and equipment from your last class.
Pending Start: Tuesday Sept. 17, ends Oct. 1
Pending Start; Tuesday Nov. 12, ends Nov. 26
Next: Pending Winter 2025 Sessions
Obedience & Manners (O&M) Level Two - Description Link
A 10 - 20' long line for future classes will be discussed at the first class.
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
Pending Start - Wednesday, Oct. 30, (no class 11/27), Ends Dec. 4
Mature household member is welccome to attend!
Next Pending Winter 2025
Graduates of this class are welcome to return to O&M Two Plus!
Join us for extra practice or a Brush-Up with the same trainer. See class below.
O&M Level Two Plus! Description Link
Graduates of this class are welcome to return for extra practice with the same trainer.
Pending Starts W Oct. 30, (no class 11/27), Ends Dec. 4
Mature household member is welcome to attend!
Therapy Dog Training Interest? Due to many different types of programs, bring a note to your first class stating what venue you wish to pursue (hospital, nursing home, school, library reading, etc.).
Contact the facility and include requirements the program requires. Doing so will help me to personalize your training to help you meet your goals.
Next - Winter 2025
Puppy or PreAgility Special Description Link Pending - PreAgility Special! Fall 2024
As this is a one time class, per BCE policy, no refunds for cancellations or no shows - no makeups unless BCE cancels.
Walk ins will be accepted if a class does not fill.
For more information about my Agility classes, click on the above header link: Also see the below Recreational Agility offerings!
Pawformance Sports! Recreational Agility One and Two Description Link
Equipment from your last class and if desired your pet's 'park it' rug.
Note, this class is held on a carpeted floor.
Water and a dish - keep in your vehicle for after class.
Times will be noted below and also via an email Welcome..." note prior to class start.
Note: The BCE Agility listings show a generic time to fulfill the posting requirement.
Classes are forty-five minutes to an hour each depending on the number of participants.
Classes #1 and #2: Enter 7:20+, class is 7:30p - 8:15p
Classes #3, #4 and #5: Pending 6:30p - 7: 30p - if this class joins Agility Two.
Enter 6:15p+, class is 6:30p - 7:15p.
Classes #3, #4 and #5 end at 7:30p (if Agility One trainers join this class).
Recreational Agility (One & Two) - Mondays - Pending Start: M Sept. 9, ends Oct. 7
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
Recreational Agility (One & Two) - Mondays - Pending Start: M October 28, ends Nov. 25
Register On Line with the link that will be posted here when registration opens in August.
QUESTIONS? Contact the instructor, not BCE, thank you!
Next: AKC Rally-Obedience Winter 2025; Recreational Agility Spring 2025
Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience Class Description Link
Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Beginner Novice Obedience (BN) Description Link
an intro to the exercises will be presented. Inquire!
Results Pawformance Sports! AKC Rally-Obedience Class Description Link