Workshops, Run-Throughs, and Speaking Engagements

Laurie is available to lead workshops, facilitate run-throughs, judge trials and matches, and speak on various topics. Topics include, but are not limited to, Rally, Obedience, Therapy Dogs, K9 Chaplains and Comfort Dogs, dogs in the classroom, and children reading to pets programs. Ken is available to lead workshops and to speak on various topics -- such as Tracking, Rally, K9 Chaplains and Comfort Dogs. Laurie is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Behavior Consultant -- Canine (CBCC-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Please contact us for more information or to book a date.

Leash Making Workshop

TBA

$25 -- includes all materials, personalized instruction and snacks. (Additional leashes/collars can be made for $12/each)

Learn how to make a great leash with Liz from Lead Me On, Custom Hand-Made Dog Leads and Slip Collars. You choose your two colors and if you want to make a slip lead or a snap lead. You don't have to bring anything but yourself!

Dog and people friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome to come along and hang out with us.

Slip Leash

Snap Leash

From Training to Competition --

Taking the Leap into the Ring

TBA

$30/handler -- includes continental breakfast and handouts.

If you are interested in competing in any dog sport, this workshop will help you prepare to take the leap from training to the competition ring. We will talk about practical things like registering your dog, entering a trial, and what to take to a trial, as well as how to prepare yourself and your dog for the ring. Quiet, well-behaved dogs are welcome to attend, but this is not a working class. Even if you or your dog are not ready for competition, this workshop will give you lots of valuable information. Please contact us if you have any questions. Class size is limited, especially if you are bringing a dog, so early registration is encouraged.

Reservations are not required, but they are recommended. If you have specific colors you want, it is helpful to let us know in advance, so we can be sure to have those colors at the workshop.

Payment can be made in cash, by check, or with a credit card via PayPal (using the button below).

We hope you can join us while we learn something new!

C.L.A.S.S. Workshop and Evaluations

at Fortunate Fido, www.fortunatefido.com

Sunday, April 15, 2012, 2:00 -- 5:00 p.m.

Evaluations to begin at 5:00 p.m.

This workshop is about APDT's Canine Life and Social Skills (C.L.A.S.S.) program. You and your dog can earn "degrees" as you build your relationship and skills together. The C.L.A.S.S. Evaluation is included in the workshop. For more information, please check out their website at www.mydoghasclass.com.

Equipment needed: collar, leash (no retractable or chain leashes), and soft, yummy treats (click here for training treat information and ideas).

Preregistration is required. $75/handler. Additional dogs may be evaluated. You will need to also register with the C.L.A.S.S. program online if you want your evaluation scores to be recorded. This can also be done after the workshop. Please contact Laurie for more information.

C-WAGS Rally Workshop

at Heavenly Days Dog Training, www.heavenlydays.org

TBA

Come and learn more about C-WAGS Rally! This workshop will cover rules, signs, exercises, and preparation for competition. This is a full day of playing Rally with your dog.

Toledo Area Workshops

Various dates in 2012. Speakers include Pam Dennison, Nicole Wilde, Brenda Aloff, and Grisha Stewart.

Please click here for a PDF with all the information: 2012 Workshops