The art of doing nothing: Sometimes the most important skill your dog can learn is how to simply relax. In this one-hour workshop, you'll learn how to build your dog's "off switch" by teaching calm behavior, relaxation, and the ability to settle without constant entertainment. We'll discuss the difference between physical exercise and mental relaxation, introduce relaxation protocols and calmness exercises, and show you how to encourage your dog to be comfortable doing... nothing! You'll leave with practical exercises and a step-by-step plan to continue building calm behavior at home.

• Sunday • Oct 11 • 9:00–10:00am

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Ready to explore the world together? This one-hour workshop teaches you how to set your dog up for successful public adventures. Learn how to navigate distractions, build engagement, recognize your dog's comfort level, and create positive experiences in real-world environments. The workshop location will be chosen based on the dogs enrolled and weather conditions to ensure the best learning experience for everyone.

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Help your dog feel more confident during veterinary and grooming visits. This one-hour workshop introduces the fundamentals of cooperative care and teaches you how to build positive associations with everyday handling. Learn simple exercises for paws, ears, mouth, brushing, nail care, and gentle restraint, along with techniques to reduce stress and prepare your dog for future appointments. You'll leave with practical exercises to continue building your dog's confidence at home.

• Thursday • Sept 3 • 6:15–7:15pm

Led By: Sara G

Price: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

This workshop is designed for shy, nervous, anxious, or fearful dogs, this workshop uses positive games, trick training, nose work, targeting, and other engaging activities to help your dog build confidence, develop new skills, and strengthen your bond.

Sunday • Aug 23 • 9:30–10:30am

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Every dog deserves to feel safe and confident in their world. In this one-hour workshop, you'll learn how to recognize signs of fear and uncertainty, understand your dog's body language, and use positive, reward-based techniques to build confidence at your dog's pace. We'll discuss how to create successful experiences, avoid common mistakes that can increase fear, and help your dog navigate new people, places, and everyday situations with greater confidence. You'll leave with practical exercises and a plan to continue supporting your dog's progress at home.

• Thursday • Sept 3 • 5:00–6:00pm

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Make walks enjoyable again! This workshop covers choosing the right walking equipment and positive, effective techniques to encourage a loose leash. If you're just getting started or need a refresher, you'll leave with practical skills to help your dog become a more polite walking companion.

Sunday • Oct 11 • 10:15–11:15am

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Teaching your dog to settle is one of the most valuable life skills they can learn. Whether you're introducing Place, Down, and Stay for the first time or looking for a refresher, this one-hour workshop will teach you the building blocks for success. You'll learn how to begin teaching these essential skills, understand how to safely increase duration, distance, and distractions over time, and leave with practical exercises to continue building reliability at home.

From greeting guests to relaxing at a coffee shop or enjoying a quieter home, these skills create calmer, more confident dogs and handlers.

• Sunday • Sept 27 • 9:00–10:00am

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Polite greetings start with calm behavior. In this one-hour workshop, you'll learn the building blocks for reducing jumping and teaching your dog appropriate greeting manners. We'll cover why dogs jump, how to set them up for success, and positive training techniques to reinforce calm behavior around people. If you're starting from scratch or looking for a refresher, you'll leave with the knowledge and exercises needed to continue practicing at home.

• Sunday • Sept 27 • 10:15-11:15am

Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Because the best training starts before your puppy comes home. This 1.5-hour workshop is designed to help you feel confident and prepared before bringing your new puppy home. We'll cover everything you need to know to set your puppy up for success, including choosing the right supplies, puppy-proofing your home, establishing routines, crate and potty training, socialization, nutrition, enrichment, and what to expect during those important first few weeks. By starting with the right knowledge and realistic expectations, you'll be ready to build a strong foundation, prevent common behavior challenges, and begin a lifetime of clear communication and a lasting bond with your new best friend.

Led By: Sara G
• Thursday • Oct 15 • 5:00–6:30pm

PRICE: $50

Duration: 90 minutes

This workshop helps you build a faster, more reliable recall with your dog. In this workshop, you'll learn how to make coming when called rewarding, improve your dog's responsiveness, and practice recall skills around everyday distractions.

Sunday • Aug 23 • 10:45–11:45am

Led By: Sara G

Price: $50

Duration: 60 minutes

Does your puppy think your hands, clothes, and ankles are chew toys? You're not alone! In this one-hour workshop, you'll learn why puppies bite, what's normal, and how to guide them through this important developmental stage using positive, reward-based training. We'll cover appropriate chew outlets, management strategies, redirection techniques, preventing overstimulation, and how to encourage calm behavior. You'll leave with practical tools and a training plan to help your puppy develop good habits while making the puppy stage more enjoyable for everyone.

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Is your dog suddenly testing boundaries or ignoring cues they once knew? Welcome to adolescence! This one-hour workshop will help you understand the changes happening during your dog's teenage months and teach you practical, positive training strategies to work through them. Learn how to build focus, reinforce good choices, manage distractions, and stay consistent as your dog matures into a well-mannered adult.

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Understanding & Managing Leash Overstimulation is a 1.5-hour workshop designed for dogs who become overly excited, distracted, or unable to focus when out on walks. Whether it is squirrels, dogs, cars, kids, etc. we'll explore why overstimulation happens, how to recognize your dog's body language before they become overwhelmed, and practical, positive reinforcement techniques to help your dog stay calm, engaged, and successful around everyday distractions. You'll leave with effective management strategies, confidence-building exercises, and training games you can immediately incorporate into your daily walks to create a more enjoyable experience for both you and your dog.

Maximum 4 dogs in this workshop so everyone can be set up for full success. 

• Thursday • Sept 17 • 5:00–6:30pm
Led By: Sara G

PRICE: $60

Duration: 90 minutes