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From Heel to Heal
Dog + Human Training Workshops
The root cause of dog problem behaviors isn't whether or not they know sit, down or heel. The root cause is nervous system dysregulation. The reactivity, leash pulling, overexcitement, fearfulness (and more) are symptoms of a deeper disruption within your dog's physiology. The Adventure Hounds approach has a focus on healing, not simply heeling. This workshop will outline how to create a regulated nervous system for the foundation to the training you do, as an owner or trainer.
Learn how dog training goes beyond "heel", "sit" and "down", and into nervous system healing.
What you will gain from a workshop:
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A holistic understanding of how the dog + human nervous system plays a role in dog training
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Leash work that invites connection and co-regulation, and a natural heel
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How to work with the root cause of dog behavioral concerns, like reactivity, overexcitement, leash pulling, anxiety, fearfulness, etc.
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How to meet a dog where they are -- Sam will demonstrate her approach to handling new dogs and we will work with behaviors as they arise
The Logistics:
3-Day workshop -- Friday to Sunday (see schedule below)
Investment:
Watch and Learn (no dog) -- $200 per person
Hands-on Learning (bring your dog)** -- $500
**Only FOUR spots available! Please note dogs must be crate trained. Crate trained = you are using a crate daily with your dog and they are able to remain calm in it when left
Who is this workshop for?
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Owners who's dogs are struggling with reactivity
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Trainers and owners wanting to deepen their understanding of dog behavior through the lens of the nervous system
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Trainers wanting to go beyond the four quadrants
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Owners and Trainers seeking to understand their own nervous system, and how it interacts with their dogs
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Included in pricing:
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The Adventure Hounds Holistic Guide to Reactivity
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A 10-page workshop handout
Day One
6-6:30 pm: Welcome and review handouts
6:30-8 pm: Leash Work demonstrations by Sam with all dog attendees
Day Two
9 am - 12pm: Discussion & Active Training -- Understanding the Nervous System: a look into the Window of Tolerance and Arousal Levels
12 pm - 3 pm: Extended Lunch Break (lunch not included)
3 pm - 6 pm: Discussion & Active Training -- E-collar & leash work
Day Three
9 am - 12pm: Discussion & Active Training-- The Rhythm of Leash Work and why leash work is beyond a technique to teach your dog to heel
12pm: end of workshop goodbyes and depart
Please note this workshop will take place in part outside in shaded environments, and in part inside with Air Conditioning (all crates will be in AC). The schedule is designed to avoid being out at the hottest times of day. And the schedule will be adjusted according to weather and dog/human needs.
