Workshops & Coaching

Workshops & Coaching

Give a Man a Fish, Feed Him for a Day. TEACH a Man to Fish, Feed Him for a LIFETIME.

We believe all dog owners can - and should - learn how to be effective handlers.

We offer Hands-On Training Instruction in a Group or One-on-One Setting.

Workshops and coaching provide you with a hands-on learning experience to train your own dog, either in a small group setting (up to 12 participants and dogs) or a special one-on-one session.

Bring your dog, your questions, your problems to trouble-shoot and find out how to successfully train your dog to be the companion you've dreamed of, both in the field and at home.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We train dogs for HUNTING, not field trialing. Training will not be geared toward field trail events, but rather to real-world hunting requirements. We will also focus on obedience - the key to a steady, well behaved dog.

Our workshops are best suited for dogs which have the properly bred-in attributes of a good hunting dog and dogs with which you maintain a relationship (vs. his being a 'kennel dog'.)

We particularly focus on very young pups. Our successful Jump Start Academy program starts pups at 4-6 weeks and produces 4-5 month old started pups. We believe the younger you start, the better - so bring on the young'uns!

Our Training Philosophy

Dogs are pack animals & predators. Their instincts tell them that their survival relies on belonging to a pack and maintaining their proper role within that pack. Doing so assures a dog that he will secure his two most basic needs:

food & protection. Therefore, your dog's greatest desire is to know what his role is within his pack (your family.)

Compassion to a dog means providing him with solid leadership, concrete rules and firm boundaries.

This gives him a sense of belonging, makes him feel safe, and allows him to develop confidence.

A good dog owner therefore, understands, accepts and fulfills his role as pack leader & disciplinarian.

Workshops

Workshops are available here at our ranch or can be scheduled by request at your location*.

We offer 6 Gun Dog Workshops:

Gun Dog Foundations - Session A (3 hours)

Understanding Dog Behavior

Dog Learning Time Tables

Genetic Attributes of a Good Hunting Dog

Selecting a Pup & the Breeder

Effective Communication with Your Dog

Techniques for Effective Discipline

Basic Commands & Obedience

Crate/Kennel Training

House Breaking & Good Citizenship

Q & A (Bring your questions!)

Gun Dog Foundations - Session B (3 hours)

Transitioning to Whistle Commands

Establishing a Solid Sit & Stay

Aligning the Sit to Heel & Walking Heel

Introduction to Retrieving & Return to Hand

Introduction to Gun Fire

Introduction to WaterBasic Training Equipment

Proper Use of Equipment

Common Training Problems

Trouble-Shooting

Q & A (bring your questions!)

Dog Challenge (submit your dog problem in advance. One

partcipant's dog will be highlighted for problem solving.)

NOTE: Session A is a pre-requisite to session B.

SESSIONS A & B ARE DESIGNED

TO RESULT IN A STARTED PUP

Integrated Retrieval Training - Session A (3 hrs)

IRT is a gentle, yet effective alternative to the force fetch

Introduction to IRT - training logic

Preparation & Tools

De-Sensitizing Pup to the Training Dumbbell

Teaching the 'Fetch' and 'Give' Commands

Carrying the Dumbbell on Heel & Recall

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Integrated Retrieval Training - Session B (3 hrs)

IRT is a gentle, yet effective alternative to the force fetch

Active Acceptance of the Dumbbell

Active Fetching of the Dumbbell

Erasing Resentment

Transference to Retrieving Dummies and Birds

The Steady Gun Dog - (4 Hours)

Assessing Pup's Basic Foundation (pups must demonstrate

the basic skills covered in Gun Dog Foundations)

Next Steps - Setting Goals & Recognizing Milestones

Stay Steady or Stay Home!

Honoring Another Dog's Retrieve

Foundations for Casting

Foundations for Lining

Q & A

Dog Challenge (The class will work on one real-life dog problem with a dog in the class)

NOTE: All dogs must demonstrate the skills covered in

Gun Dog Foundations and Integrated Retrieval Training

before enrolling in The Steady Dog workshop.

THE STEADY GUN DOG IS DESIGNED TO

RESULT IN A DOG THAT IS FOCUSED & STEADY

Introduction to the E-Collar (4 Hours)

E-Collar Training Philosophy

The E-Collar & Your Training Style

E-Collar Options & Discussion

Introducing Your Dog to the E-Collar

- When is He Ready?

- How to Prepare Your Dog

- Establishing Your Dog's Pain Threshold

- Establishing Your Dog's Stimulation Level

- The 'Electronic Leash'

- The Critical Importance of Timing & Consistency

- Using Your Extended Power Wisely

Tips & Techniques for Great In-Field Uses

Mistakes to Avoid

Q & A

E-Collar Drills Demo

NOTE: All dogs must demonstrate solid obedience to voice & whistle, on the lead line to enroll in the E-Collar workshop.

THE INTRO TO E-COLLAR WORKSHOP

IS DESIGNED TO TEACH YOU TO EFFECTIVELY & COMPASSIONATELY USE THE DEVICE

Obedience Workshops

Dog ownership can be a rewarding experience - but it comes with certain responsibilities. Since dogs share in the every day lives of their families, dog owners have a moral and social obligation to teach their dog to be a good citizens. This is important not just for the safety and sanity of the dog's family as well as their friends' and neighbors', but its also critical to the dog's mental health & physical safety. A well-disciplined dog is a happy, healthy & SAFE dog.

4 Hour Beginner Obedience Workshop: $150.00

4 Hour Intermediate Obedience Workshop: $150.00

WORKSHOP PRICING

Gun Dog Foundations:

Session A (3 hours): $125.00/person & dog

Session B (3 hours): $125.00/person & dog

Sessions A & B combined (6 hours): $200.00/person & dog - SAVE $50.00

Minimum Workshop Group Size: 8 participants & dogs

Maximum Workshop Group Size: 12 participants & dogs

Integrated Retrieval Training (Gentle, effective alternative to Force Fetch):

Session A (3 hours): $200.00/person & dog

Session B (3 hours): $200.00/person & dog

Sessions A & B combined (6 hours): $300.00/person & dog - SAVE $100.00

The Steady Dog (4 Hours): $150.00/person & dog

Intro to the E-Collar (4 Hours): $150.00/person & dog

COACHING & PRICING

One-on-one session with you and your dog for training and/or trouble-shooting. Available at our ranch, only.

Hourly rate" $50.00/hour

4-Hour block rate: $150.00

TRACTABLE - TRAINABLE - TOUGH

STARTED & PROSPECTIVE GUN DOG PUPS / SERVICE & WORKING DOG PUPS