Learn a practical approach to building confidence with your dog. A More Confident Canine focuses on helping dogs develop confidence through structured challenges, problem-solving, and choice rather than pressure or correction. You’ll learn strategies that can be used in real-life situations to help your dog feel more comfortable and capable. Perfect for owners looking to support confidence in a thoughtful, low-pressure way. All dogs must be at least 4 months or older to attend!
Building a Marker Language is a three-week class designed to help handlers communicate more clearly and intentionally with their dogs. Handlers will learn how to expand their use of marker words for both food and toys, including location markers, while improving timing and consistency. This class emphasizes clean communication, thoughtful reinforcement, and reducing confusion during training. By the end of the series, teams will have a more fluent marker system that supports clarity, confidence, and smoother training sessions.
Discover what truly fulfills your dog! In this interactive class, we’ll dive into canine psychology and breed instincts to uncover what drives your dog’s behavior — and how to meet those needs in healthy, balanced ways. Learn how to channel energy into activities that satisfy their natural instincts without creating chaos or overstimulation. Perfect for curious owners who want a calmer, happier, and more connected companion. All dogs must be at least 4 months or older to attend!
Our 4-week Hiking Etiquette Class prepares you and your dog for safe and enjoyable trail adventures. You’ll learn proper leash skills, how to maintain space on the trail, and the best ways to handle real-world distractions and encounters. This class is required for Hiking Club membership and ensures every dog and handler team is confident, respectful, and ready to hit the trails together.
Discover a new way to engage your dog’s nose and brain. Indoor Shed Hunting helps dogs learn how to search for antlers using scent while guiding handlers to step back and let their dog work. This class emphasizes calm searching, curiosity, and confidence, making it a fun and fulfilling option for dogs and owners alike. All dogs must be at least 4 months or older to attend!
Leash Pullers Anonymous is a five-week class designed to help dogs and handlers build calmer, more connected leash skills. This class focuses on reducing pulling by improving communication, engagement, and understanding leash pressure rather than relying on constant correction. Handlers will learn how to create clearer expectations, support their dog’s emotional state, and navigate real-life walking challenges with more confidence. Through structured exercises and practical setups, teams will develop more relaxed, enjoyable walks that translate beyond the classroom.
Discover a calmer way to train and live with your dog. Pattern Games focuses on using predictable movement and repetition to help dogs settle, focus, and regulate their emotions. You’ll learn practical strategies that can be applied to walks, training sessions, and busy environments to reduce overstimulation and build confidence. Perfect for owners who want tools that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable. All dogs must be at least 4 months or older to attend!
Discover how scent can become a grounding, confidence-building activity for your dog. Trail Scent Games teaches dogs how to follow simple scent trails using their nose while helping handlers develop patience, observation, and trust. This class emphasizes thoughtful movement and problem-solving over speed or precision, creating an experience that is both mentally fulfilling and emotionally calming. Perfect for owners seeking enrichment that feels meaningful and supportive. All dogs must be at least 6 months or older to attend!
