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Best Paw Forward

Seminars and Workshops

UPCOMING EVENTS & WORKSHOPS  –  Call  407-321-1006  for further details

Hour-Long Clicker ConformationWorkshops & Practice -- Positive Training for Show Dogs

Use positive reinforcement and the latest scientific research to get better ring performances in dogs of all ages, including very young puppies & handlers at all skill levels. Learn why some of the things you were advised to do with your dog are not helping you win, and how you can change that for more championships and rankings. 7 p.m. Wed. Feb. 6, 11 a.m. Tues. Feb. 19  Gaiting Outdoors On Grass, Large Rings AvailableTable And Stacking Work On Mats Under Cover 

Brainstorm problem behaviors
Build more confidence
Put show attitude on cue

Develop superior self stacking

Extend reach and drive

Smooth gaiting on a loose leadPerfect head carriagePicture taking skillsTarget your way to a great ring performanceHow dog shows work 
Cost: $10 per session $12 for couples or parent with junior handler with two dogs in household Map & directions available; provided upon receipt of registration form 

Shot records or titers required for all attendees

Our small-group format allows you to work multiple dogs on each drill. Bring hungry dogs, lots of soft treats and dog toys.
 

 Best Paw Forward Dog Sports Club office:
1835 Oak Haven Plantation Rd., Osteen FL 32764-8872
bestpaw@earthlink.net
www.bestpaw.com     407-321-1006  
 Detouring Doggie Delinquents:
All-Day Workshops
Watch for upcoming dates,
schedule private sessions in the meantime

For Dogs With Social Issues; nervous, sensitive or aggressive 

Detouring Doggie Delinquents-Workshop Flyer
Detouring Doggie Delinquents-Workshop Questionnaire/Registration Form
 
Continuing Education 9-10:30 a.m. TBA

For Returning Workshop, Growl Class Or Private Students With Dogs With Social Issues. Behavior, obedience, rally & agility may be covered depending on the skill levels of attending dogs.
Detouring Doggie Delinquents - Cont. Ed. Registration Form

Conformation:
Gentle, effective methods to improve gaiting, head carriage, ring attitude. Problem solving, how to avoid handler games and psych-outs.
• Workshop - TBA
Conformation-Workshop Flyer/Registration

         
Detouring Doggie Delinquents
Preventing and Handling Aggressive Displays
9 a.m.-4 p.m. TBA 
Limited to 10 dogs
This session will be held outdoors to allow maximum space for dog and handler teams. Directions to the event site will be provided for registered participants. Dog families from all over Florida and from other states drive in for these programs. Sessions are presented by P.J. Lacette who has been training dogs for more than 37 years, and who specializes in aggression issues as well as how to prevent them through gentle, effective methods with pet, show and performance dogs.
             Aggression is based on fear. The dog fears the approach of strangers, is nervous around children or other dogs, flees or charges when startled, barks and lunges at the neighbors’ pets or growls when the food bowl is approached.             Punishment increases the aggressive reaction in the long run, even if the dog initially seems quieter after being yelled at, admonished or worse. Your dog has to learn to trust you to take care of the scary things, to allow you to decide who enters your home and to be polite to other dogs on the street.

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Learn gentle, effective ways to conquer or control your dog’s fears. Get back to the fun of living with your dog. He can learn to accept you taking his things and grabbing his collar. 

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Teach your dog to more calmly accept people and dogs he sees on his walks and use self-control while they pass. 

©Develop realistic expectations for your pets. Not all dogs need to visit classrooms full of children. Some dogs are happiest if they never go near a dog park or a doggie day care.  

©Encourage your pet to turn to look to you for guidance rather than react to stress or excitement by growling or snapping. Learn to talk dog, reading the information his body language is providing.  

© Use your own body language to help show your dog you are in control of the situation.

Each working dog spot includes two adult handlers (no children allowed in this program) and a light lunch for $195

Limited observer spots: $50 ($75 per couple) by advance registration only

Veterinarians and their employees may observe for $10 per clinic with advance registration. (Limit two spots for $10 per veterinary clinic per workshop; $10 per additional clinic spot to partially cover lunch cost and handouts)

Payment and a completed questionnaire must be submitted together for approval for working spots. Our system for approving dogs for this workshop is understandably cautious and time-consuming -- payment must be submitted before we review your form. 

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Approval behavior questionnaire below

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Member: Association of Pet Dog Trainers (charter member), Dog Obedience Clubs of Florida

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Foster boy Vincent and Shelby in a quiet moment.

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     I can't say enough positive things about the Detouring Doggie Delinquents class that I attended with my rescued golden girl, Shelby. It was a day of intense learning, but you kept it interesting and at all times, offered suggestions and insight if you saw us doing something that wasn't in our dogs' best interests.
    
Shelby will never be a *dog park* dog. She'll probably never be the dog I could take to GRRMF events.
     But....that's okay. I learned that these situations, while enjoyable to me, might be uncomfortable for her and therefore might set her up for failure.
     I've continued our training at home, and if Shelby is out with me for a trip to the vet or groomers, I've learned how to position my body so that Shelby knows I am not only the leader, but I will protect her from anything that frightens her.

  
Enjoy the photos. I used what you taught in your class to introduce my two fosters to her. We did everything slowly. And the clickers and treats were always in hand.
    As you can see, Shelby has completely accepted her foster brothers Vincent and Farley and honestly seems to now enjoy their company. Who would have ever thought that *Snarky Shelby* could come this far?
My sincere thanks for all you do!
                                                                                                            
Pam Strickland, Golden Retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida

Contact us for workshop dates, details, & practice locations: Conformation, Field Retrieving, Obedience Retrieving, Scent Articles, Tracking for Beginners, Growl Class, & Detouring Doggie Delinquents aggression program.


We’d love to hear from you. Tell us a bit about your dog and how we can help him become the perfect family companion. We offer both group & private sessions for problem pets as well as performance & show dogs.

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Home Office: 407-321-1006 * 1835 Oak Haven Plantation Rd. * Osteen, FL 32764-8872