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Glacier DOG Training

Dog Training Center located at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Eureka, MT. We offer the following classes: Agility, Scentwork/Nosework, Rally, S.T.A.R.

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04/02/2024

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08/31/2023

Congratulations to the winners of the Lincoln County Fair Dog Costume Contest!! First Place: Natasha Zirbel and Ginger (Little Bo-Peep and her Sheep), Second Place: Lydia Gilley and Rip (Ketchup and Corn Dog), 3rd Place: Adeline Brewster and Lolly (Lion Tamer and Lion). Thank you to everybody who participated - lots of very creative and fun people and dog costumes! Looking forward to next year!

02/09/2023

Fascinating fact: Dogs have a sense of smell that’s between 10,000 and 100,000 times more acute than ours! The sport of Scent Work celebrates the joy of sniffing, and asks a dog to sniff to their heart’s content; turning your dog’s favorite activity into a rewarding game. It is a terrific sport for all kinds of dogs, and is a wonderful way to build confidence in a shy dog.

In so many dog sports the handler is in control but this isn’t true in Scent Work. Neither the dog nor handler knows where the target odor is hidden. The handler has to rely on the dog, and follow the dog’s nose to success. In Scent Work, it is the canine who is the star of the show.

In this 6 week Intro to Scentwork class, we will be working with the dogs to build their knowledge of the "search"cue and their drive for searching, using their favorite motivators such as food or toys.

After this Intro class, the dogs will have a strong foundation for all dog scentwork events such as shed hunting, barnhunt, trailing and locating, foraging or competition nosework events. Or, you can just continue to play this fun "find it" game with your dog at home!

10/25/2022

THANK YOU to all those who came out for our Pups and Pumpkins Halloween Event last Saturday!! Dogs, Halloween costumes, great food and great people - what could be better??

Also a thank you to the event hosts: Pets and Plants- Pet and Plant Sitting Services, Glacier Dog Training, White Hawk Healing, Limitless Skies Dog Training in Libby, Eureka Animal Shelter and Eureka Hounds!

Here are some pictures of our costume contest contestants - enjoy!!

10/06/2022

MEET THE PET PROFESSIONALS OF LINCOLN COUNTY ALL IN ONE PLACE!!

Join us at the Eureka Fairgrounds on October 22nd from 1 - 3 p.m. for an awesome HOWLoween event!

There will be a dog costume contest AND a human costume contest AND a best dog and handler pair costume contest, with prizes for each category! There will also be 2 photo booths, refreshments and dog demonstrations.

The Eureka Animal Shelter will also be available to accept donations and possibly have dogs for adoption!

Hope to see you there!

08/12/2022

MISSION: Keep Your Dogs COOL and HYDRATED!!

August is typically the hottest month of the year, knows as 'the dog days of summer', so keeping your dogs cool and hydrated is extremely important.

Here are some suggestions and tips on how to keep your dog hydrated and cool during the hottest time of the year:

1. Provide More Water Bowls.

Your dog may not drink enough water if there’s just one water bowl in your home. You should keep a bowl outside, though you’ll have to remove outdoor debris daily. You can also keep water bowls in your living room, bedroom, and anywhere else your dog hangs out.
2. Get A Doggy Drinking Fountain

Some dogs prefer standing water, others are tempted to drink from bubbling fountains. Drinking fountains contain filters that remove any taste or odor that may be preventing your dog from drinking enough.
3. Make A Doggy Smoothie

If you love making smoothies in the morning, you can make a little extra to share with your dog. Just make sure not to add any sugar, or other ingredients that are not safe for dogs. Dogs are typically lactose intolerant, but may be able to handle a small amount of yogurt; the probiotics are excellent for digestion. Green, leafy veggies like kale and spinach provide vitamins K, C and E, plus protein and calcium. Sweet fruits like strawberries, blueberries and apples are all good for dogs. Smoothies should be given in moderation, about 1 tablespoon per 5 pounds of body weight.
4. Add Water Or Broth To Your Dog’s Food

You can add water or broth to any type dog food: kibble, canned, or even homemade and commercial raw. You can also soak kibble in water and keep it in your fridge for up to three days.

5. Make Doggy Ice Pops

Some dogs aren’t interested in water, but love licking ice cubes. You can make iced treats by freezing blocks of water, or even mixing in a smoothie, low-sodium broth or other flavor additives before freezing. A silicone ice tray can make perfectly portioned ice treats.
6. Wash Water Bowls Daily

Some dogs will drink out of mud puddles, while others will avoid a slight murky bowl. Others are sensitive to the sound of their tags clanging on the stainless steel or ceramic.
7. Get A Bigger Dog Bowl

Your dog’s water bowl should be larger than their food bowl. It should be large enough to hold much more water than they typically drink each day, so it’s never empty. Instead of filling a dry bowl, you should be dumping it out and refilling it.
8. Offer Water From Your Hand

After a run at the park or beach, you might have trouble getting your dog to drink water, even if they’re panting and look like they could really use a drink. If they’re refusing to drink out of their travel bowl, your dog might lap up a small amount of water from your cupped hand.
9. Bobbing For Treats In Water

Add 1 - 2 inches of water to a small tub or kids pool and drop in Cheerios (they float) or hot dogs or other treats (they sink). Your dog will get their feet wet and drink water as they are eating the treats, which will cool them down and hydrate them at the same time! Only do this for a few minutes with a few treats, so they don't consume too much water!!

07/04/2022

LAST CHANCE to register for FRIDAY NIGHT DOG AGILITY CLASSES, starting Friday, July 8th in Eureka at 6 p.m.!!

A sport like dog agility really gives dogs an outlet that challenges them to think and really gets a lot of energy out of them too!

Go to www.GlacierDogTraining.com for details and to sign up now!!

06/29/2022

IT'S SUMMER! KAYAK OR SUP WITH YOUR DOG!!

Most dogs love water, and kayaking with your dog is a great summer activity for dogs and their owners!

For many summers I taught people how to kayak or SUP (stand up paddle board) with their dogs, so here is a short summary of do's and do not's for those of you who are interested in teaching your dog how to kayak with you!

DO's:

-Start with your dog and kayak or SUP on the GROUND, not in the water, and you standing nearby!! Start this preferably at home, outside, before you go somewhere novel, where their attention is on you!

-Create value for getting IN/ON the kayak or SUP by placing their favorite treats in/on it. (but only allow them to get out/off with a verbal cue - no jumping in and out on their own)

-Move on to you sitting/standing on the kayak or SUP and then ask your dog to get in/on. Reward, praise, then increase duration gradually, before releasing them with your verbal cue.

-Then move onto slight movement while you and the dog are in/on the kayak or SUP - rock kayak side to side and put small object underneath SUP so you can rock that back and forth also. Hold the dog to help/support them and keep feeding them the entire time until they get used to the movement.

-Increase the movements gradually, making it a game, until they are pretty bomb proof about the motion.

-Add the paddle and start to wave that around, first without kayak/SUP motion, then with it, until the dog is ignoring the paddle.

-Repeat all of these steps above in a few INCHES of water at your water destination. GO SLOWLY - don't rush the process! If your dog needs breaks, give them a break. Make sure you have built value for the 'strange object' aka the kayak or SUP because they now associate that 'strange object' with their favorite treats!!

-Tie a long leash or rope, preferably one that floats, to your dog, so if they do jump into the water you have a way to get them back on board!

-If it is a really sunny day and there is alot of glare from the water surface, put doggles (dog goggles) on your dog to protect their eyes!

-Paddle out and enjoy!

DON'T'S:

-NEVER let your dog jump out of or off of the kayak/SUP on their own!! This is dangerous for you and for them. They need to learn from the beginning that YOU cue them on/into the kayak/SUP and you cue them off/out of the kayak/SUP.

-NEVER forget to put a doggie life jacket on your dog!! Although dogs are great swimmers, if something happens and they end up in the water, sometimes hypothermia from cold water and distance from the shoreline can be too much for them to make it to land safely.

-NEVER expect them to magically create grippy feet and stick to your kayak or SUP!! Put some kind of adhesive grippy mats on your kayak or SUP to allow them to have traction and security.

-NEVER use a sit inside style of kayak with your dog!! They can get trapped inside the kayak if it inverts in the water. Only use a sit on top or SUP with dogs!!

06/29/2022

DOG AGILITY CLASSES- YOUR DOG RUNS ... BUT YOU DON"T HAVE TO (unless you want to)!!

Tuesday night class is full, but Friday night class is still open, STARTING JULY 8TH!!

Once your dog knows how to do the obstacles, you can train them to work on verbal cues from a distance, similar to herding!! No human running required! (unless you want to run) Don't let running be the reason that you don't want to try dog agility!! Your dog will thank you for it!
Sign up at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

06/25/2022

DOG AGILITY CLASSES- YOUR DOG RUNS ... BUT YOU DON"T HAVE TO!!

One spot left for Tuesday Class, starting July 5th!!

Once your dog knows how to do the obstacles, you can train them to work on verbal cues from a distance, similar to herding!! No human running required! Don't let running be the reason that you don't want to try dog agility!! Your dog will thank you for it!

Sign up at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

06/22/2022

CAN YOUR DOG DO THIS??? Not sure? - contact me to find out!!

DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING IN EUREKA!!

Starting July 5th - Go to GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now!!

6 Week Class at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays or Fridays!

Agility helps build your bond with your dog, to develop an almost magical connection and lifelong friendship. Seeing your dog happy, loving their life and learning new things is all a dog owner can ask for — and doing fun things together is the way to get exactly that!

The bottom line is that dog agility is the ultimate team sport for dog and handler, and should be experienced by everybody! Even if it is not for you or your dog, you will have fun in the attempt!

06/16/2022

DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING JULY 5TH AND JULY 8TH IN EUREKA!! 6-week sessions at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday nights for $225.00. Go to www.GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now!

What type of dogs can do agility?

All breeds can participate in Agility – from the smallest to the largest of dogs! All dogs can do agility regardless of their size. Due to their low weight, small dogs often even have the advantage of hardly developing any joint problems and therefore have less cause to fear health problems triggered by sporting activities.

Any dog is an agility dog! Provided your dog is healthy, they’ll have a blast learning new things, running around, and most importantly doing something fun with you.

At what age can dogs do agility?

You can start agility flatwork and tunnel training with a puppy as young as 8 weeks old. However, before your dog can complete a full course he should be at least 12 months of age, as agility is a high-impact sport. Older dogs attempt jumps at a lower height than younger canine athletes, but can still enjoy this activity

06/11/2022

DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING IN EUREKA!!

Starting July 5th - Go to GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now!!

Agility helps build your bond with your dog, to develop an almost magical connection and lifelong friendship. Seeing your dog happy, loving their life and learning new things is all a dog owner can ask for — and doing fun things together is the way to get exactly that!

What are the benefits of agility for dogs?

1. Outlet for physical and mental energy
2. Helps build your dog’s confidence
3. Great for developing self-control
4. Helps with distraction training
5. Strengthens the dog’s natural instincts
6. Handler benefits! Seeing your dog confident, happy and having fun is all we can ask for as dog owners + great exercise!!
7. You’ll have greater trust & confidence in your dog

05/29/2022

Dog Agility Training is Great For Everyone!!

You’ve probably seen dog agility before — the sport where dogs zoom around an obstacle course, flying over jumps and through tunnels, side-by-side with their handler. It’s one of the most popular dog sports around, and it’s a thrill to watch.

But what if competition isn’t quite your thing? No worries! While agility is a competitive sport, you don’t have to set your sights on competition to get the benefits.

If you have a fearful or anxious dog, you might think competitive dog sports are out of the question. After all, if unfamiliar people, dogs, and/or environments overwhelm your dog, how can you train him to participate, let alone compete, successfully? However, when it comes to agility, the very process of training might be just what your dog needs to help overcome his anxiety.

In the sport of agility, a dog and his handler complete an obstacle course. The dog tackles a fun array of obstacles, such as jumps and a seesaw (teeter-totter), in the order the handler dictates, all while racing against the clock. It requires teamwork between the dog and handler, focus, and self-control. Facing the obstacles also requires confidence. And for a fearful dog, the benefits of training these behaviors and building these personality traits are endless.

During an agility trial, a dog must look to his handler to know which obstacle to approach and in what order. In addition, the dog and handler run beside one another and coordinate their movements around the course, with the dog reading the handler’s body language and cues. To be successful, the dog must focus on his handler’s instructions, and the two must work as a team.

04/27/2022

Is your dog hyper active, not focused, has no basic manners or bored??? Teach him tricks!!

Tricks exercise their mind AND body, and they learn behaviors that earn rewards, like sit, down, stay and come when called, so they do more of what you want, and less of what you don't want...
Trick classes begin next Tuesday, May 10th, so sign up now at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

04/27/2022

Trick Dog Classes start on Tuesday, May 10th at 6 p.m. at the fairgrounds and continue every Tuesday until June 14th! Sign up at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

At the end of this six week class, the dog is eligible to obtain their Novice Trick Dog Title and possibly their Canine Good Citizen Title. Additional titles are also available, and I will work with students in future 6-week classes to achieve future titles!

04/20/2022

Hello all dog people!! My name is Erin and I moved to Eureka last year and I am excited to start teaching dog classes again! I am starting with a trick dog class because tricks teach both people and dogs how to learn and it is really the foundation for obedience and all dog sports. I will also be starting a dog agility class in June. If you are interested in signing up for the trick dog class, or getting on the waiting list for the dog agility class, go to www.GlacierDogTraining.com Any questions, please feel free to contact me!

04/08/2022

From developing life skills for an enriching and fulfilled life with your dog to excelling in competition, my goal is to help each dog / handler team excel both on and off the competition field. At Glacier Dog Training, you will find experience, community and support as I help you and your dog develop a great relationship and a learning program that will help you achieve your goals. Whether you hope to enjoy life to the fullest with your canine companion, get into the world of dog sports, or are an experienced competitor, I look forward to working with you and your dog!

Erin Kelly
Glacier Dog Training

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LAST CHANCE to register for FRIDAY NIGHT DOG AGILITY CLASSES, starting Friday, July 8th in Eureka at 6 p.m.!! A sport like dog agility really gives dogs an outlet that challenges them to think and really gets a lot of energy out of them too! Go to www.GlacierDogTraining.com for details and to sign up now!!

DOG AGILITY CLASSES

DOG AGILITY CLASSES- YOUR DOG RUNS ... BUT YOU DON"T HAVE TO (unless you want to)!! Tuesday night class is full, but Friday night class is still open, STARTING JULY 8TH!! Once your dog knows how to do the obstacles, you can train them to work on verbal cues from a distance, similar to herding!! No human running required! (unless you want to run) Don't let running be the reason that you don't want to try dog agility!! Your dog will thank you for it! Sign up at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

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DOG AGILITY CLASSES- YOUR DOG RUNS ... BUT YOU DON"T HAVE TO!! One spot left for Tuesday Class, starting July 5th!! Once your dog knows how to do the obstacles, you can train them to work on verbal cues from a distance, similar to herding!! No human running required! Don't let running be the reason that you don't want to try dog agility!! Your dog will thank you for it! Sign up at www.GlacierDogTraining.com

CAN YOUR DOG DO THIS??? Not sure? - contact me to find out!! DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING IN EUREKA!! Starting July 5th - Go to GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now!! 6 Week Class at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays or Fridays! Agility helps build your bond with your dog, to develop an almost magical connection and lifelong friendship. Seeing your dog happy, loving their life and learning new things is all a dog owner can ask for — and doing fun things together is the way to get exactly that! The bottom line is that dog agility is the ultimate team sport for dog and handler, and should be experienced by everybody! Even if it is not for you or your dog, you will have fun in the attempt!

DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING JULY 5TH AND JULY 8TH IN EUREKA!! 6-week sessions at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday nights for $225.00. Go to www.GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now! What type of dogs can do agility? All breeds can participate in Agility – from the smallest to the largest of dogs! All dogs can do agility regardless of their size. Due to their low weight, small dogs often even have the advantage of hardly developing any joint problems and therefore have less cause to fear health problems triggered by sporting activities. Any dog is an agility dog! Provided your dog is healthy, they’ll have a blast learning new things, running around, and most importantly doing something fun with you. At what age can dogs do agility? You can start agility flatwork and tunnel training with a puppy as young as 8 weeks old. However, before your dog can complete a full course he should be at least 12 months of age, as agility is a high-impact sport. Older dogs attempt jumps at a lower height than younger canine athletes, but can still enjoy this activity

DOG AGILITY CLASSES STARTING IN EUREKA!! Starting July 5th - Go to GlacierDogTraining.com to sign up now!! Agility helps build your bond with your dog, to develop an almost magical connection and lifelong friendship. Seeing your dog happy, loving their life and learning new things is all a dog owner can ask for — and doing fun things together is the way to get exactly that! What are the benefits of agility for dogs? 1. Outlet for physical and mental energy 2. Helps build your dog’s confidence 3. Great for developing self-control 4. Helps with distraction training 5. Strengthens the dog’s natural instincts 6. Handler benefits! Seeing your dog confident, happy and having fun is all we can ask for as dog owners + great exercise!! 7. You’ll have greater trust & confidence in your dog

Is your dog hyper active, not focused, has no basic manners or bored??? Teach him tricks!! Tricks exercise their mind AND body, and they learn behaviors that earn rewards, like sit, down, stay and come when called, so they do more of what you want, and less of what you don't want... Trick classes begin next Tuesday, May 10th, so sign up now at www.GlacierDogTraining.com