Terry Simons

Take the Damn Picture!

How to get your dog to stay in place and look at the camera! You’ll need that backscratcher and silicon circle which you received in your camper’s swag bag. You will also need soft treats that will stick on a fork. Let’s say cheese, or soft treats. White cheese works probably the best, but that depends on your dog’s preference. First, we will work on teaching your dog to sit on a mark (provided in your camper swag bag) and stay there! Next we will work on teaching your dog to follow a treat on a extendable back scratcher (provided in your camper swag bag).

New To Dog Agility - Equipment Intro-No Experience Necessary

Lots of cookies, toys and a leash of course. This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. All dogs will remain on leash for some of the exercises so that we can get the most out of the class. An attempt of getting all dogs onto all the obstacles (tunnel, jump, A frame, low teeter) is the goal, and hopefully we are successful, but if not, we will get you on as much as we can with the most amount of fun! You may take this class more than once to help build your skills.

Advanced Beginning Agility

Lots of cookies, toys and a leash of course. This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. This is for the dog and handler team that have been taking classes and hasn’t made that step to competition and/or those teams that are competing at the novice/starter’s level and want to fine tune their handling to help them to the next level. Simple sequencing with instruction on how to improve your teams performance.

Novice Tricks

Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles. Cross Paws, figure eight between legs, spin, jumping through arms, roll over, take a bow and others. Bring lots of treats.

Finding Your Dog’s Balance

Lots of cookies and patience. This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Core strengthening in dogs is just as important as it is in our own human lives. Everything comes from the core, and if you have a dog that is into some form of dog sports then you know the importance of a strong core. Teaching your dog to balance on a ball - or how to keep their paws under them - Pick up your paws and many other exercises!

Mini Clinics

Address those trouble issues and seriously step up your agility game. Too quick off the start? Too quick out of the weaves? Missing contacts? Let our professional give you the hacks to improve your runs!

FETCH Test Practice

Warm up those fetch skills and learn what’s involved in passing a fetch test. Novice and Intermediate Titles are available.

FETCH Test Novice

Novice level testing. If you pass you can level up and go for your Intermediate title!

FETCH Test Intermediate

Intermediate level testing. More challenges and loads of fun!

ALL LEVELS This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers

Suzanne LeRoy

Novice Tracking - no experience required

Class is limited to 10 campers. Learn the basics for laying and following a scent trail. Scentwork “on the move.” Your dog will love it!

Lost Items - no experience required

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. Dogs will search for lost items. Examples may include your keys, wallet, cell phone, piece of clothing, hat, purse, etc.

Scent Work Mock Trial-experience required for both dog and handler. Dogs should be on odor

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Come try your experience in a “Mock” Scentwork trial. Work on your mental management and strategy in a Trial environment with coaching.

Antler Hunt - no experience required

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. This class is about the fastest growing sport in Dog World-Shed Antler Hunting! Using plastic antlers that have been covered in “deer scent” your dog will be taught to hunt antlers. After this class your dog will have the ability to find “real” antlers in the wild. Shed deer antlers are used as chew treats for dogs, buttons, door handles, home decor and more.

Show Me the $money$ - no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers. Teach your dog to sniff out $ all while teaching and sharpening your dogs scent work skills.

Find My Keys - no experience required

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. How many times have you misplaced your keys? Turn your dog into a super sleuth and help you find them. Please bring a personal item with your scent on it to class for the dog to find. Keys are ideal, so are sunglasses (bring the case), a hairbrush, a remote control, etc.

Introduction to Scent Work - no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers. Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. This class will teach you the basics and get you started on an exhilarating sport that any dog, at any age, can be successful. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things–drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, humans (such as for Search and Rescue), and much more. Scent Work takes this amazing working relationship and turns it into a fun game that any dog can play.

Scent Work Challenges- experience required for both dog & handler

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Learn more complex techniques and advanced scent hides.

Glenda Pate

Lost Items

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. Dogs will search for lost items. Examples may include your keys, wallet, cell phone, piece of clothing, hat, purse, etc.

Find A Stranger

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. This class is designed after ‘Man Trailing’ and Search and Rescue a search for someone on the run, hiding out, or lost leaving a trail of a stranger scent along the way. Please bring a personal Item for our dogs to follow. Glasses case, hat, glove, sock are all great items.

Antler Hunt - no experience required

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. This class is about the fastest growing sport in Dog World-Shed Antler Hunting! Using plastic antlers that have been covered in “deer scent” your dog will be taught to hunt antlers. After this class your dog will have the ability to find “real” antlers in the wild. Shed deer antlers are used as chew treats for dogs, buttons, door handles, home decor and more.

Show Me the $money$

This class is available for 10 campers. Teach your dog to sniff out $ all while teaching and sharpening your dogs scent work skills.

Find My Keys - no experience required

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campersHow many times have you misplaced your keys? Turn your dog into a super sleuth and help you find them. Please bring a personal item with your scent on it to class for the dog to find. Keys are ideal, so are sunglasses (bring the case), a hairbrush, a remote control, etc.

Introduction to Scent Work - no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers. Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. This class will teach you the basics and get you started on an exhilarating sport that any dog, at any age, can be successful. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things–drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, humans (such as for Search and Rescue), and much more. Scent Work takes this amazing working relationship and turns it into a fun game that any dog can play.

Novice Tricks

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles. Cross Paws, figure eight between legs, spin, jumping through arms, roll over, take a bow and others. Bring lots of treats.

Intermediate Tricks - experience required or instructor consent

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Dogs love to show off so keep expanding their repertoire and enable their showmanship! Learn new tricks, or bring your own idea for a trick.

K9 Fitness Practice

Learn and practice what it takes to earn the Title of K9 Fitness

CGC

Is your dog a “Good Citizen?” Show the world and get your certifications. Training sessions to prepare you for the Canine Good Citizen test. A CGC is earned when the dog and handler together master ten basic skills. Canine Good Citizen instills confidence and good manners for your dog(s) in and out of the house. Accomplishing CGC builds a long-lasting relationship between you and your dog, all while practicing good behavior in public.

CGCA

The next level up of Canine Good Citizen. More advanced skills, impulse control, and advanced cues. If a dog has already earned their CGC, in order to receive their CGCA they must prove able to do ten more advanced skills, such as proper recall.

Josie Lebeck

Introduction to Scent Work-no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers. Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. This class will teach you the basics and get you started on an exhilarating sport that any dog, at any age, can be successful. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things–drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, humans (such as for Search and Rescue), and much more. Scent Work takes this amazing working relationship and turns it into a fun game that any dog can play.

Scent Work Challenges - experience required for both dog & handler

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Learn more complex techniques and advanced scent hides.

Scent Work Mock Trial - experience required for both dog and handler. Dogs should be on odor

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Come try your experience in a “Mock” Scentwork trial. Work on your mental management and strategy in a Trial environment with coaching.

Find A Stranger

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers A scent discrimination game where your dog is taught to find an object with a strangers scent and ignore the other objects.

Novice Tracking

Class is limited to 8 campers. Learn the basics for laying and following a scent trail. Scentwork “on the move.” Your dog will love it!

Intermediate Tracking

Class is limited to 6 campers. Tracking experience required. Train for more challenging trails and difficult scents.

FETCH Test Practice

Warm up those fetch skills and learn what’s involved in passing a fetch test. Novice and Intermediate Titles are available.

FETCH Test Novice

Novice level testing. If you pass you can level up and go for your Intermediate title!

FETCH Test Intermediate

Intermediate level testing. More challenges and loads of fun!

Wendy Hart

Rock Solid Recall

Improve your recall results with tried and true techniques for getting a consistent response. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers.

Leash Reactivity - no experience required

IF YOUR DOG IS HIGHLY REACTIVE DO NOT BRING THEM TO CLASS. PLEASE ATTEND WITHOUT THEM!

Specializing on aggression in Dogs, this lecture and demo are for any camper and dog who have experienced some “misbehavior” while their dog is on leash. Does your dog get too excited? Start to bark or growl? Go from being a love bug to Godzilla if they see another dog or person while on leash? Learn from the best on positive ways to correct unruly, fear-aggressive, or “I’m in a naughty mood” behavior!

Loose Leash Walking

This method transforms your dog’s leash from a source of conflict into a metaphorical "telephone line" through which communication flows equally in both directions. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers. 100% positive, simple, and fun!

FROM CHAOS TO CALM

A great class to learn how to shape away those cringe worthy moments. Learn to anticipate your dogs behavior and shape his responses in positive ways. Help your dog put his best paw forward by teaching him confident, appropriate responses and building a communication bridge.

Separation Anxiety Basics

Learn some of the many symptoms of separation anxiety and ways of soothing those jangled doggie nerves. Separation anxiety is a complex issue and breaking it down and learning some desensitizing techniques can dramatically improve your dog’s life (and yours).

Clicker Training & Treat delivery

You can do everything else right, but get the treat delivery & timing wrong and you are creating extra work for yourself and extra frustration for your dog. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers. Learn the tricks the pros use to build that communication bridge!

Color recognition and communicating with buttons

Use clicker training to teach your dog to differentiate between colors! Unlock your dog's inner genius with teaching them how to identify colors like blue and yellow and intro to communication using recordable buttons.

CGC

Is your dog a “Good Citizen?” Show the world and get your certifications. Training sessions to prepare you for the Canine Good Citizen test. A CGC is earned when the dog and handler together master ten basic skills. Canine Good Citizen instills confidence and good manners for your dog(s) in and out of the house. Accomplishing CGC builds a long-lasting relationship between you and your dog, all while practicing good behavior in public.

CGCA

The next level up of Canine Good Citizen. More advanced skills, impulse control, and advanced cues. If a dog has already earned their CGC, in order to receive their CGCA they must prove able to do ten more advanced skills, such as proper recall.

Therapy

WE DO TRAINING FOR THERAPY TESTING. ACTUAL TESTING IS DONE THROUGH THE ORGANIZATION YOU CHOOSE TO WORK WITH.

A therapy dog certification means that both handler and dog have completed a series of advanced tests that will prepare them for a life in community service. Once certified a therapy dog is qualified to volunteer in a variety of different community service situations, such as rehabilitation facilities, libraries, hospitals, disaster sites, airport ambassadors, doctor’s offices, and schools. A therapy dog will work comforting children that are learning new skills all the way to giving lonely seniors some cuddly company. A therapy dog and their owner work in unison to improve the lives of people around them.

Anne Miller

Crafts

Paracord Collars, snuffle mats, picture frames, snuffle balls.

Melissa Goodman

Building Focus & Engagement

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Ever have trouble getting your dog to pay attention to you, especially in public or around distractions? Focus & engagement are more than just nice to have, they are crucial keys to success in all dog training! A focused dog is able to listen to any cues you may give and an engaged dog is enthusiastic & ready to work. This class introduces basic concepts and exercises to help build focus & engagement with your dog.

*All levels welcome
*Understanding of the clicker or specific marker is highly recommended

DIY Enrichment

Learn simple everyday tricks and training techniques to keep your dogs brain engaged and their life full and interesting. Perfect for dogs of all ages and conditions, prevent boredom and encourages good behavior and an enduring bond.

First Impressions

Remember the old adage “you never get a second chance to make a first impression?” Help your dog make his own best impression by learning appropriate greeting techniques. Also teach him to handle inappropriate greetings with grace and style-not confusion or reactivity.
Learn when to intercept and correct other humans and canines. Manners are for everyone!

Impulse Control

Do you have a good dog with a few bad habits? Dogs with impulse control are happy, well adjusted dogs. Learn to redirect their energy and correct impulsive behavior with these positive techniques.

Novice Tricks - Beginner level

A fun way to sneak in some extra training that your dog will love.

Intermediate Tricks-experience required or instructor consent

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing is available at camp for tricks titles. 10 tricks required.

Reactivity - how to modify behavior and prevent incidents

Does your dog go from being a model citizen to Godzilla in the blink of an eye? Learn how to spot this behavior in advance and find positive ways to prevent it. Eliminate this unwanted behavior for a more relaxed and successful relationship.

Rocket Recall

What’s faster than a rocket ship? Your very own rocket dog when he does his recalls! Improve attention, safety, and timeliness with these simple techniques.

Ask The Trainer

Here’s your chance to ask a trainer how to handle tricky or difficult situations or habits.

Consent

It’s not just for humans. Learn to read your dogs response to the cues you give them. Is he just being stubborn or are they distracted? Are they feeling insecure? Injured? Exhausted? Your dog is trying to tell you something-it’s time to listen.

Body Language

Your dog’s body is constantly communicating with you and their environment. Learn the “language” for a better, more successful and bonded relationship.

Katie McGuire

Advanced Agility - Experience Required

This class is available for 8 campers and dogs. This advanced class will focus on sharpening your agility skills and perfecting each object. Build your agility dream team!

Agility for Dummies

This class is available for 8 campers and dogs. Ever tried agility with your dog? Ever want to but have no experience and are embarrassed to try? This is the class for you! Give your dog a stress free opportunity to get familiar with the obstacles and see if they like it. A fun sport that also strengthens communication bonds, agility may or may not be your thing-but it never hurts to give something new a try!

Novice Rally

This course is limited to 10 campers. Learn the basics! Follow an obedience type course using signs and while talking to your dog. This is “fun” obedience. A great opportunity to try a sport with easy, visual instructions on the course while still being able to talk to your dog. Nonintimidating and truly fun for both of you.

Intermediate Rally

This course is limited to 10 campers. Experience or Instructor permission required. Level up to the next level of “fun” obedience.

Advanced Rally

This course is limited to 10 campers. Experience or Instructor permission required. This class will be geared toward sharpening existing skills and competitive handling. Challenge yourself and your dog!

Building Focus & Engagement

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. Ever have trouble getting your dog to pay attention to you, especially in public or around distractions? Focus & engagement are more than just nice to have, they are crucial keys to success in all dog training! A focused dog is able to listen to any cues you may give and an engaged dog is enthusiastic & ready to work. This class introduces basic concepts and exercises to help build focus & engagement with your dog.

*All levels welcome
*Understanding of the clicker or specific marker highly recommended

On-Leash Manners & Appropriate Greetings

This class is available for up to 12 dogs and their campers. Whether friendly, happy and enthusiastic, or frustrated and loud, our dogs should not be dragging us across the street to meet others! Teach your dog the appropriate way to politely greet other dogs and humans. Establish good habits and social skills with on-leash behavior.

Recommended prerequisite: Basic understanding of Loose Leash Walking (does not need to be a mastered skill). Friendly with other dogs and humans.*

*Only reliably friendly dogs will be allowed to greet, others may remain off to the side to observe.

Topics Covered & Skills they will Learn:

• The Basics of Loose Leash Walking
• The appropriate steps to “Say Hello”

Safe Hiking Behavior

This class is available for up to 12 dogs and their campers.Take your training skills to the trails! You will be taking your dog on a walk for this class. Learn what skills you should utilize when hiking with your dog, in order to keep you, your dog and others safe, while being polite and respectful. This class can be done either on or off leash, but off leash dogs MUST be under control at all times (this isn’t a run and play freely adventure-do that on the other hikes).We will talk about what you should bring on a hike, safety, trail specific rules, etc.

Recommended prerequisite: Basic understanding of Loose Leash Walking (does not need to be a mastered skill). Recall (come when called) required IF you plan to take your dog off leash.

Friendly/tolerant with other dogs and humans is REQUIRED!

Topics covered & Skills they will learn:

• Basic on and off leash skills for hikes (sit, wait, etc.)
• Teaching your dog to “check-in” with you
• What to do when you come across other hikers

And here is a video I made a few years ago that gives a good idea of what I would be covering for this: Hiking Etiquette

Appropriate Play and Interactions

Description of Workshop: What do “appropriate play and interactions” look like? In this hybrid workshop/lecture we will watch interactions between dogs, examining their body language and demeanor to help understand more about what is going on. The instructor will select dogs based on size, energy level, and play-style, from the attendants to play in small groups one at a time. Play will be moderated, while explaining what is going on while they are interacting.

The class would also cover when and how you should interrupt play, versus when you should let things “play out.”

Recommended prerequisite: This class would be for friendly and playful dogs ONLY as active participants, but would be open to all campers as observers of dogs whom are questionable with others, in order to learn. If your dog is reactive, or gets easily worked up, or doesn’t have a play time “off switch” please leave them IN THEIR CRATES and come to the class by yourself to observe.

Topics Covered & Skills they will Learn:

• What is appropriate during canine play
• When and how to interrupt inappropriate play
• How to structure play sessions (how to start, how long to go, and when to stop)

Barb & Diane

Photographing Fido

Learn from the professionals how to get the best photos of your adorable pup. Simple tricks and techniques.

Camp Photo’s

Our photographic team will be at the beach Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning to take your official camp photo at the pier. Please make it a point of stopping by and getting your photo taken during those times.

GROUP PHOTO

Gather at the fire pit with your dogs for a group photo. Please be prompt! No lunch until the photo is taken!

Beth Williams

Physical Therapy for your dog

Physical Therapy: Learn from a professional what physical therapy for animals involves and how PT can improve the health and well-being of our dogs at any age, before and/or after injury or surgery. Whether your dog is a star athlete or a couch potato, learn to spot the tell-tale signs of injury or aging and how therapy can help.

Scent-national Sensory Gardens for Dogs

A sensory garden is an area where all of our dogs’ senses can come into play. Natural behaviors like sniffing and investigating a (safe) environment are beneficial to dogs’ psychological and physical well-being. The opportunity to see, hear, smell, touch and even taste items in a safe space that includes a variety of obstacles and textures can increase dogs’ confidence while stimulating their minds and bodies. Wild Blue Dog Camp is a natural sensory garden experience. Let’s get creative about how to optimize our dogs’ senses to enrich their lives back at home!

Massaging your dog

Everyone loves a massage! Learn the techniques to soothe tired muscles and make your dog feel wonderful. A great bonding class, please bring a towel or blanket for your dog.

Movement Puzzles

Movement Puzzles are fun movement games where a dog moves between 2 bowls through assorted obstacles. While the pattern of movement is consistent, the obstacles vary. Dogs learn to cope with a variety of challenges in order to go from bowl to bowl. This type of training builds confidence, problem solving abilities and makes this ever changing game exciting for them.

Stability/core exercise

A strong core is as important for your dog as it is for you for optimal function and stability. Strengthen their core with these simple exercises to keep your pup looking and feeling great.

Fitness with Fido

It’s always more fun to exercise with a partner and your dog is always ready when you are! Here is a fitness routine you can do with your dog to keep you both in great shape.

Sport warm up and cool down

All sports enthusiasts know the importance of the right warm up and cool down. The right exercises make all the difference between a good workout and a great one while also minimizing the possibility of injury. Learn these simple exercises for maximum long term health and a competitive edge.

Super Seniors

Did you know that dogs are considered “seniors” when they reach half of their anticipated life expectancy? Learn to provide the best possible support for your aging dog, including tips on nutrition, exercise and mobility, mental stimulation, and simple home adaptations to make your dog’s senior years “golden”. Help them live their best lives and longer lives.

Pupnic (PATIO)

This class is available for up to 16 dogs and their campers. Sample a variety of healthy food that you can enjoy and share with your dog in a picnic setting. See what your dog prefers when given the opportunity to choose - fruits, vegetables, cheeses, proteins. Bring a towel / blanket / chair and let's eat!

Zen Dog

Living with dogs improves our health/well being, decrease stress and reminds us of what is important in our busy lives. Learn how we can return the favor for our dogs, using aromatherapy, music, breathing, petting/massage, foods, and an optimal balance of activity and rest so that our canine companion can live their best life.

Lori Wells

Injury Prevention & Recovery through Diet and Supplements

Injury can be prevented (in some cases) and recovery sped up through the proper diet and supplements. Learn how to protect your dog and help them on the road to recovery with simple dietary changes.

The Right Diet Options for your dog, from Home Cooked to RAW

Don’t just feed your dog, give him the diet that will make him THRIVE, from puppy to super senior. Our professional nutritionist with over 12 years experience will guide your through a variety of home cooked diets designed to help you find the one that’s perfect for your canine best buddy.

How to Tackle Allergies and Food Sensitivity

Allergies and food sensitivities can cause so much grief and suffering over the course of a lifetime. Learn to tackle them now and enjoy better health and a happier life.

The Importance of Moisture and super food toppers

Learn about the importance of moisture in your dogs diet and the added bonus of super food toppers in helping your dog achieve optimal health for all life stages.

Holistic Parasite Prevention and Traditional Treatments

Learn ways to treat your dog holistically for parasite prevention as well as other traditional treatments. Help your dog avoid unnecessary chemical and pharmaceuticals.

Private Consultations $75

Food is the #1 determiner of overall health and longevity. Be proactive in helping your dog live their best life. Work with a professional to address your dogs specific health needs and create a diet plan that will make your dog THRIVE. 30 minutes PER DOG (so if you have 2 dogs you need two 30 minute sessions). $75 per session. Campers must complete new client online form before appointment. The link will be on the portal.

Suzanne Knox

Intro to Kayak and Paddleboard - no experience needed but be prepared to get wet!

Learn to Kayak & Paddleboard with your very best buddy. People/Dogs with NO EXPERIENCE. Class is limited to 6 dogs and their campers.

Intermediate Kayak

Classes on water. Some experience needed, camper must be able to get up and up & down on board or kayak. Class is limited to 6 dogs and their campers.

Can Your Dog dog-paddle? No experience required

This class is available for up to 6 dogs and their campers. Does your dog know how to swim? Or are they just thrashing around and trying to get back to shore? Teach your dog this fundamental skill and give them a lifesaving skill, as well as a joyful activity for the rest of their life.

Lake Games

Get ready for some wet-n-wild fun down at the beach. Paddleboard or kayak experience necessary. Win Prizes.

Leslie Miller

Take it to the Mat

Teach your dog to love his bed. Dogs are naturally den animals so give them the opportunity to embrace this “safe place” and give them a life skill that will pay off over & over again. This same learning process can be transferred to crate training.

Rest My Chin... Where?(Insert Item)!

Limit of 8 Campers and their dog. This class takes a look at the chin rest from a few different perspectives, how it can be used, different types and variations. Whether you are new to the chin rest or have a solid chin rest your dog will think it's ridiculously fun!

Items needed:

• Lots of treats! Cut up about the size of a pea (100+)

• Handy treat pouch or easily accessible pocket

• A few of your dogs favorite toys

• Water/water bowl

• Small towel/washcloth (may or may not need - if dog already has a chin rest)

• Mat (a place for your dog to settle, if needed)

The Foundations for a Good Vet Visit

This class is focused on learning a few of the basic positions that are used in veterinary care, tips on how to prepare for your vet visit and things you can do at the vet hospital to help reduce the stress for your dog and possibly make it a fun visit!

Items needed:

• Lots of treats! Cut up about the size of a pea (100+)

• Handy treat pouch or easily accessible pocket

• A few of your dogs favorite toys

• Water/water bowl

• Mat/towel

Scratch Board

Do you dread trimming your dogs nails? Do they run when they see you reach for the clippers? Do you hate the wrestling match of getting them to hold still? Are you afraid of cutting off too much and hurting them? This is the class for you! Learn to use a “scratch board” and get your dog to give themselves a manicure. Easy technique to put an end to a life long battle!

EMERGENCY Recall

Learn the techniques necessary for an emergency and avoid a tragedy! A good recall isn’t enough-it need to be GREAT every time. It is possible! Learn how! This is the #1 way to protect your dog.

Sarah Anderson

Fear Free Rattlesnake Avoidance

This class is open to 8 campers. When you consider the importance of ensuring a dog has a solid "leave it" and trained avoidance of live snakes, it can save their life. We want to expand your dogs awareness, and caution of snake territory. This awareness and avoidance of snakes doesn't come naturally to all dogs. We focus on a reward based system to teach a solid leave it and automatic awareness and avoidance.

ADVANCED Fear Free Rattlesnake Avoidance

Level up your dogs avoidance of snakes with this advanced, intensive class. Still fear free training , this additional level of reinforcement is a safety MUST if you live in high risk rattlesnake territory. Teach your dog to protect themselves.

Reactivity-how to modify behavior and prevent incidents

If your dog is reactive, fear aggressive, shy, scared around other dogs, or if they just plain old fashions act up when they see another dog, this is the class for you.

Fearfulness

Is your dog overly fearful? Does he have unexplained fears or get overly anxious in seemingly innocent situations? Don’t let your dog continue living in fear. You have the ability to help them overcome their fear and live happier more joyful lives. Come learn how!

Separation Anxiety

Learn some of the many symptoms of separation anxiety and ways of soothing those jangled doggie nerves. Separation anxiety is a complex issue and breaking it down and learning some desensitizing techniques can dramatically improve your dogs life (and yours).

Tricks Class

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing is available at camp for tricks titles.

10 tricks required

Adolescence

What happened to my perfect puppy? Learning to cope with hormone and behavior changes and getting through the tough times.

Scott Pack

Lure Coursing

Chase the plastic “bunny” around a large field course. This activity brings out the prey drive in your dog and gives him an excellent opportunity to really stretch and run, run, run across the field! One of our most popular activities!