This class is for younger puppies between 8 weeks and 12 weeks old or very small/toy size puppies under 10 months old that are also under 15 lbs. and their parent(s). For older puppies (ages 13 weeks – 10 months) register for Balanced Canines Tweens/Teens class. This class focuses on basic socialization including age appropriate play with other puppies and humans, positive relationship building, house training, crate training, introduction to a leash and loose leash training, basic grooming, body handling, impulse control, and coming when called. Common problems such as chewing, jumping, digging, and barking also will be addressed. Dog parents will gain confidence in how to provide enough physical and mental exercise for their young pup as well as be on the road to building a positive relationship with their young puppy that will set the tone for an amazing bond and partnership. This class meets 1 hour per week for 4 weeks.
Classes
Dog Teens/Tweens Socialization and Parenting Class
This class is for older puppies between 13 weeks of age to 10 months old. If you have a younger puppy or puppy that is in this age range but less than 15 lbs, register for Balanced Canines’ Puppy Socialization/Obedience Class. This class focuses on basic house manners like walking on a loose leash, threshold control, extending impulse control, socialization, coming when called, brain development and how to engage the mind to drain mental energy, age appropriate exercise and age appropriate play. Dog parents learn to develop a positive relationship with their dog, leadership skills and responsible dog ownership. This class meets 1 hour per week for 4 weeks.
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging Pasts (Douglas County residents)
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging PastsĀ® group will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7 through July 19. The group will meet in-person at The Village Family Service Center’s Alexandria office, 4133 Iowa St., Suite 105.
The group utilizes a trauma-informed curriculum to help parents, caregivers and others who serve children and teens who’ve experienced trauma. Participants will learn powerful insights into: how trauma affects the brain; why the intense and extremely upsetting behaviors seen in these kids represent attempts to self-protect and survive; the science behind healthy attachment relationships and why such bonds form the foundation for emotional and neurological healing; how to apply Love and Logic strategies so that adults can take good care of themselves while addressing root causes; and establishing healthy boundaries, avoiding destructive power struggles, overcoming defiance, and guiding these youth toward success.
Village Therapist Julie Wymore will lead participants through the interactive sessions.
This group is available to residents of Douglas County, Minnesota, at no cost thanks to grant funding from the Alexandria Area Community Foundation. To register and for more information, call 320-762-8851 or visit https://www.thevillagefamily.org/content/love-and-logic-adults-supporting-youth-challenging-pasts-douglas-county-residents
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging Pasts (Douglas County residents)
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging PastsĀ® group will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7 through July 19. The group will meet in-person at The Village Family Service Center’s Alexandria office, 4133 Iowa St., Suite 105.
The group utilizes a trauma-informed curriculum to help parents, caregivers and others who serve children and teens who’ve experienced trauma. Participants will learn powerful insights into: how trauma affects the brain; why the intense and extremely upsetting behaviors seen in these kids represent attempts to self-protect and survive; the science behind healthy attachment relationships and why such bonds form the foundation for emotional and neurological healing; how to apply Love and Logic strategies so that adults can take good care of themselves while addressing root causes; and establishing healthy boundaries, avoiding destructive power struggles, overcoming defiance, and guiding these youth toward success.
Village Therapist Julie Wymore will lead participants through the interactive sessions.
This group is available to residents of Douglas County, Minnesota, at no cost thanks to grant funding from the Alexandria Area Community Foundation. To register and for more information, call 320-762-8851 or visit https://www.thevillagefamily.org/content/love-and-logic-adults-supporting-youth-challenging-pasts-douglas-county-residents
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging Pasts (Douglas County residents)
Love and Logic: Adults Supporting Youth with Challenging PastsĀ® group will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7 through July 19. The group will meet in-person at The Village Family Service Center’s Alexandria office, 4133 Iowa St., Suite 105.
The group utilizes a trauma-informed curriculum to help parents, caregivers and others who serve children and teens who’ve experienced trauma. Participants will learn powerful insights into: how trauma affects the brain; why the intense and extremely upsetting behaviors seen in these kids represent attempts to self-protect and survive; the science behind healthy attachment relationships and why such bonds form the foundation for emotional and neurological healing; how to apply Love and Logic strategies so that adults can take good care of themselves while addressing root causes; and establishing healthy boundaries, avoiding destructive power struggles, overcoming defiance, and guiding these youth toward success.
Village Therapist Julie Wymore will lead participants through the interactive sessions.
This group is available to residents of Douglas County, Minnesota, at no cost thanks to grant funding from the Alexandria Area Community Foundation. To register and for more information, call 320-762-8851 or visit https://www.thevillagefamily.org/content/love-and-logic-adults-supporting-youth-challenging-pasts-douglas-county-residents
