Specialty classes – from Treibball, Swim class, Tracking, Whistle Recall, “Mine,” Extreme Pet Tricks and so much more! Some of the classes are 6 weeks, some for 4 weeks and a few (for the Senior dogs) are 3 weeks. Keep scrolling down and click on each line for more information!
All of the “classes” listed here, with the exception of Tracking, are now being held as privates
To see class schedules here.
Pre-registration is required, and follow the instructions to complete registration. Be sure to read all three pages and sign and initial where indicated in red. RegistrationForm
Tracking 101 – 6 week course. This class will get you and your dog started for the sport of AKC tracking. In this venue, you will “lay” (walk) a track and your dog will learn to follow the scent of the person that walked the track. Tracking 101 will include straight lines, curves and angled turns. No prior skills needed – just a nose! $160.00
Maximum 4 teams. We will meet in a different location. There will be some equipment needed – either a leather tracking harness (mine – don’t order it online – get it from me directly so as to save shipping) or an X back sledding harness (I’ll direct you to the right place) and a 2 color 40 foot long line (choice of 2 colors, 40 foot lead)
Whistle Recall – 6 week course, all classes are with the dogs. This class is based on my Maxwell Award winning DVD of the same name. Maximum of 5 dogs per class. All of the dogs MUST be good with other dogs and people, since eventually we’ll be off leash or leash dragging. Cost for this class is $160.00 which includes 1 whistle. Max 5 dogs per class (in person) plus 3 dogs per class via zoom.
Benefits: The whistle recall is a great tool for many reasons:
- If your dog is starting to lose its hearing, the whistle will often be heard
- If you have poisoned their “Come” cue, the whistle is a great alternative
- If the dog gets lost, the whistle sound travels much farther than a verbal recall
- The whistle can be heard over nature’s sounds – surf, thunder, rain, etc., and even man-made sounds like a generator, loud trucks, etc.
The whistle is never annoyed, never angry, never scared or panicked; It sounds the same every time
Intro to Treibball – 6 week course, all classes are with the dogs. Click on the link to see more video! Treiball is new sport that came from Germany, also called “push ball” or “soccer for dogs.” Whatever it’s called, its FUN FUN FUN! You don’t need a herding breed or even a dog that is very athletic or even a dog that likes balls or toys – the dog in this video clip is both of those, but not to worry – you can do Treibball with your calmer dogs too! Great for dogs that no longer do agility and for those handlers that don’t want to run agility.
Three Week Specialty Classes
Loose Leash Walking This mini crash course will be held indoors as well as outdoors. Equipment needed (special harness – leather tracking harness with padded breastplate or X back sledding harness – and long line) – ask Pam. This is also being offered as a 3 week Zoom class.
Desensitization For Breed Handling *and* Vet Visits – Does your dog not allow a mouth exam? Is your dog too squirmy/happy/scared to handle a body exam? Is your dog nervous about being examined? This mini course will teach your dog to willingly accept all of the behaviors needed for the breed ring, as well as for vet visits. Pre-registration is a must.
Write to me any time with suggestions for classes!