01/20/2025
We still have open spots for both programs at both locations!!!
If you would like to sign your pup up please fill out the below forms!!
Chill and Thrive: Teaching Calm Behaviors
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Leash Logic: Teaching Calm Walks
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Happy Friday everyone!
The Pup Camp is excited to announce we are partnering with Limitless Canines. They specialize in dog training, serving Anne Arundel County and surrounding areas.
The owner and head trainer at Limitless Canines will be joining us on selected days of the week to do training curriculums for our happy campers who are interested.
Ashley Carpenter, Owner and Head Trainer of Limitless Canines, has been immersed in the world of dogs from an early age. With well over 10 years of experience under her belt, Ashley pursued a career as a Veterinary Technician for 15 years working in both the emergency veterinary field and general practice, and has since dedicated herself fully to dog training.
A seasoned competitor, Ashley has earned multiple AKC obedience titles and actively participates in sports such as Obedience, Rally, Barn Hunt, Scentwork, Dock Diving, FASTCAT, and French Ring with her personal dogs. Her commitment to continuous learning and her belief that there is always more to discover in the field of canine behavior and training fuel her mission to improve the lives of dogs and their families.
We are so excited to have Ashley join us. She has two very specific curriculums that you can choose from. Each curriculum has 3 courses your pup will take.
Chill and Thrive:Teaching Calm Behaviors (3 courses) = $300
Leash Logic: Teaching Calm Walks (3 courses)= $300
We are going to continue to partner with Ashley every month and do two different programs you can choose for your pup to do.
Here is a break down of each program you can choose from:
Program 1: Chill & Thrive: Teaching Calm Behaviors
Class 1:
The Art of Settle
Objective: Teach dogs how to relax on cue by mastering the "settle" behavior.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Brief introductions and overview of the course goals.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
What is the settle cue? Why it’s useful for everyday life.
Step-by-step demonstration of settle: capturing calm behavior.
Practice sessions: Help each owner guide their dog into the settle position.
Adding the cue word as the dog begins to offer the behavior more consistently.
Troubleshooting common issues (e.g., dogs that stay too alert or struggle to relax).
Q&A (15 min): Open time for questions and individual coaching.
Class 2:
Mastering the Place Command
Objective: Teach dogs to go to a designated place (mat, bed, or spot) and stay there calmly.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Quick recap of settle progress from the previous week.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
Introduction to the place command and choosing an appropriate spot.
Shaping behavior: Guide dogs to step onto their "place" and reinforce calm behavior.
Duration work: Gradually increasing the amount of time the dog stays on the place.
Introducing mild distractions while maintaining calm on the place.
Q&A (15 min): Discussion about reinforcing place in real-life settings.
Class 3:
Building Reliable Stay
Objective: Solidify the stay command for calm behavior in different scenarios.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Review progress with place and answer quick questions.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
Introduction to the stay command: difference between stay and place.
Three D’s: Adding Duration, Distance, and Distractions to the stay.
Practice: Owners work on extending the length of the stay and adding light distractions.
Games or exercises to make practicing stay fun (e.g., a stay competition).
Q&A (15 min): Final questions and advice for continuing practice at home.
This structure ensures each class builds on the previous one, setting a strong foundation for relaxed, calm behavior both in class and in real life!
Leash Logic: Teaching Calm Walks
Class 1: Foundations of Loose Leash Walking
Objective: Introduce loose leash walking and teach dogs not to pull on the leash.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Introductions and overview of leash manners goals.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
Why dogs pull and how loose leash walking solves it.
How to hold the leash and manage tension correctly.
Demonstrate techniques like stop-and-go and red light, green light.
Practice sessions with each team: Reinforce the behavior with treats and praise.
Tips on timing and consistency for rewarding calm walking behavior.
Q&A (15 min): Troubleshooting pulling and tips for home practice.
Class 2: Focus and Engagement on Walks
Objective: Teach dogs to maintain attention on the handler and disengage from distractions.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Quick recap of Class 1 and sharing progress.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
Importance of focus and connection with the handler on walks.
Demonstrate name recognition and look (eye contact) cues.
Practice: Engage dogs in focus exercises before and during walking.
Gradual exposure to light distractions during practice.
Q&A (15 min): Questions about managing distractions in the real world.
Class 3: Advanced Leash Skills and Real-World Scenarios
Objective: Build endurance for longer walks and handle more challenging distractions.
Agenda:
Warm-Up (5 min): Review Class 2 progress and share wins or challenges.
Instruction & Practice (40 min):
Adding turns and changes of pace to keep walks engaging.
Working with real-world distractions (e.g., other dogs or people).
Structured group walk: Walk together as a class to simulate public settings.
Discuss using tools like treat pouches or long lines for continued success.
Q&A (15 min): Final questions and suggestions for building good leash habits at home.
Schedule for both programs:
Classes will be back to back at each location... 4 pups allowed per class per location.
Chill & Thrive: Teaching Calm Behaviors:
Severna Park clients: (Mondays): 6:30pm-7:30pm
Class 1: February 10th
Class 2: February 17th
Class 3: February 24th
Gambrills Clients: (Wednesdays): 6:30pm-7:30pm
Class 1: February 12th
Class 2: February 19th
Class 3: February 26th
Leash Logic: Teaching Calm Walks:
Severna Park Clients: (Monday): 7:45pm-8:45pm
Class 1: February 10th
Class 2: February 17th
Class 3: February 24th
Gambrills Clients: (Wednesday): 7:45pm-8:45pm
Class 1: February 12th
Class 2: February 19th
Class 3: February 26th
Please fill out the form according to which program you would like your pup to take and submit!!
HURRY FAST... ONLY 4-5 PUPS PER PROGRAM PER LOCATION!!
Leash Logic: Teaching Calm Walks
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4alv_mAUiPoIINyongS_ZYxqePL1kabQc20YJ4Vp2IKE4ZQ/viewform?usp=dialog
Chill and Thrive: Teaching Calm Behaviors
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQmbSqqUKHEbEWJ_LS4XHdx20PkYaJLjHbUyx5oUbdPj396w/viewform?usp=dialog
