Big Leap of Faith Dog Training & Services

Big Leap of Faith Dog Training & Services Big Leap of Faith is named after my two original Pit Bulls.

Big Leap of Faith offers private lessons, group classes, board & train, working through undesired behaviors, as well as the opportunity to participate in group walks. I have always had a passion for dogs and dog training but it was not until a 4 month old Pit bull came into my life that I knew the love I had for training came in all breeds and sizes.

What are the benefits of Scent Work?Benefits for the dog include physical activity, mental stimulation and confidence bu...
02/26/2025

What are the benefits of Scent Work?
Benefits for the dog include physical activity, mental stimulation and confidence building. For both the dog and the handler, Scent Work work is a great way to bring your relationship to the next level.

Register here: https://forms.gle/58AyupwroG9y4i7LA

Rally Obedience class is full for the spring session! Fit dog has one opening and Advanced Obedience has two openings le...
02/25/2025

Rally Obedience class is full for the spring session! Fit dog has one opening and Advanced Obedience has two openings left. Don't wait until May to sign up for classes or you may just miss out!

Register here: https://forms.gle/H7s6bPZSSHhKSuTj7

BLOF is looking forward to introducing our first AKC FIT DOG class starting on 5/5/25! This class will be a great founda...
02/19/2025

BLOF is looking forward to introducing our first AKC FIT DOG class starting on 5/5/25! This class will be a great foundation to starting your dog on a healthy and safe fitness routine!

Register here: https://forms.gle/LrFVa9mRQyBBRHK99

I know it is hard to think of spring classes when it is -10 out today but this is just a reminder that spring classes st...
02/17/2025

I know it is hard to think of spring classes when it is -10 out today but this is just a reminder that spring classes start in May and classes are filling up!

BLOF has a variety of classes lined up to meet you and your dog at what ever level you are at.

Register here: https://forms.gle/vyjBbZT2g7qdSbEh6

BLOF Spring classes are up! The AKC has now made the AKC S.T.A.R puppy class an official title if you pass the class!BLO...
01/07/2025

BLOF Spring classes are up! The AKC has now made the AKC S.T.A.R puppy class an official title if you pass the class!

BLOF is also excited to offer a brand new class AKC Fit Dog!
This class is designed specifically for healthy adult dogs and is not appropriate for dogs with orthopedic injuries. This class is designed for handlers to improve their dog’s flexibility, form, balance, and overall fitness. A focus on canine fitness can improve health and sports performance for dogs, in addition to counting towards earning FIT DOG titles.

Upcoming Classes:

Basic Obedience (Mendakota Park) 5/5/25 6p-7p Monday Class 6 weeks $150

AKC Fit Dog (Mendakota Park) 5/5/25 7p-8p Monday Class 6 Weeks $165

AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Class (Mendakota Park) 5/6/25 6p-6:45p Tuesday Class 6 Weeks $150

Rally Obedience (Hansen Park) 5/6/25 6p-7p Tuesday Class 6 weeks $150

Intro to Scent Work (Hansen Park) 5/6/25 7p-8p Tuesday Class 6 weeks $150

Advanced Obedience (travels to different parks) 5/7/25 6:
30p-7:30p Wednesday Class 6 Weeks $150

Open Scent Work (travels to different parks) 5/7/25 6:30p-7:30p Wednesday Class 6 weeks $150

Register Here: https://forms.gle/inKZY2tqrabBJ8sX9

Today is the last day!How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $2...
11/29/2024

Today is the last day!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!

All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Register here: https://forms.gle/JVyRkq3dgPA7sHGu

BLOF’s Black Friday deal continues today!How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in ...
11/28/2024

BLOF’s Black Friday deal continues today!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!

All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Register here: https://forms.gle/JVyRkq3dgPA7sHGu

Today starts BLOF’s Black Friday deal! How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in ad...
11/28/2024

Today starts BLOF’s Black Friday deal!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!

All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Register here: https://forms.gle/JVyRkq3dgPA7sHGu

Today starts BLOF's Black Friday deal! Take advantage of this savings for next year!How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am to...
11/27/2024

Today starts BLOF's Black Friday deal! Take advantage of this savings for next year!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!

All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Register here: https://forms.gle/cJiKRGi3sxqp8mkQ9

Tomorrow starts BLOF's Black Friday deal! Take advantage of this savings for next year!How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am...
11/26/2024

Tomorrow starts BLOF's Black Friday deal! Take advantage of this savings for next year!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!
All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Registration form will be available on 11/27/24 at 8am!

BLOF’s Black Friday deal is almost here! How it works:On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in ...
11/22/2024

BLOF’s Black Friday deal is almost here!

How it works:
On 11/27/24 from 8am to 11/29/24 at 8pm pay for a 6 week class in advance and save $25. 6 week classes are $150 and you get it for $125! Deal is good for two classes! Save now for classes starting in 2025!

All BLOF classes are included:
* AKC S.T.A.R Puppy
* Basic Obedience
* Rally Obedience
* Advanced Obedience
* Date Night
* AKC Fit Dog
* Tricks (all levels)
* Scent work (all levels)

Registration form will be available on 11/27/24 at 8am!

What does the "Yes" marker really mean? In order to improve communication, we need a way to clearly let our dog know whe...
11/19/2024

What does the "Yes" marker really mean?

In order to improve communication, we need a way to clearly let our dog know when he is doing the right thing - or when he isn’t and needs to try something else. This is where reward (and no-reward) markers come into play.

A reward marker is a sound that tells your dog what he was doing at that exact moment is what you wanted, resulting in a high-value treat. It is the bridge between the instant the dog performs the behavior and the moment he gets the reward.

"Yes” is the commonly used verbal marker word. One could use the word "good" or "nice" or "bravo" the choice is yours as long as you are consistent. People often ask if they should use a clicker. For new pet owners I tend to have them use a verbal maker as it's difficult to juggle a leash, treats and a clicker at the same time. Most dogs love the sound of their owner’s voice, so saying the verbal marker in a high-pitched and happy tone is very rewarding.

Sometimes people can go wrong with socialization by overdoing it and not listening to their puppy’s needs. Don’t go over...
11/15/2024

Sometimes people can go wrong with socialization by overdoing it and not listening to their puppy’s needs. Don’t go overboard and ignore your puppy’s signals that they need a break. This means allowing the puppy to choose to go up to people, explore the surface, sniff the statue, etc. on their own terms. Don’t force them; this is a sure way to increase fear.

Give your puppy lots of breaks and naps each day. As important as socialization is, be careful not to overdo it. Instead of asking your puppy to remain calm at a coffee shop for several hours, start with 15 minutes and build from there. Allow them plenty of alone time
for naps and decompression, or you will suffer through over-tired puppy behavior.

Allowing 100% access to all people and dogs can create hyper-social behaviors. When they grow up, walks become embarrassing and hard to manage when your now-adult dog drags you across the street to greet a stranger. Instead, teach your puppy that simply walking by others can be just as fun as meeting them (i.e., they get yummy treats from mom or dad!).

For shy or fearful dogs, don’t force them to do things they aren’t comfortable with. Break down socialization into doable pieces. For sounds, play thunderstorms, garbage trucks, vacuum sounds, etc. at a very low volume that causes NO fear in your puppy. Gradually turn up the volume over time. Start by watching people at a distance and gradually get closer. Allow your puppy to play with calm, appropriate adults with plenty of escape routes and consent tests as needed.

Socializing your puppy is the most important thing you can do to raise a healthy and happy adult dog. But what does soci...
11/14/2024

Socializing your puppy is the most important thing you can do to raise a healthy and happy adult dog. But what does socialization mean, and how can you do it the right way?

Proper socialization means exposing your puppy before they are 16 weeks old to as many new people, animals, sights, sounds, environments, etc. as can be achieved safely and positively. This means not exposing them to risky situations such as dog
parks or pet stores.

Last night was the first night of Date night this round! We had lots of fun playing an interactive game of Bingo that in...
09/10/2024

Last night was the first night of Date night this round! We had lots of fun playing an interactive game of Bingo that included the dogs!

It's the last day of the MN State Fair and I just want to give a final thank you to those who participated in the BLOF's...
09/02/2024

It's the last day of the MN State Fair and I just want to give a final thank you to those who participated in the BLOF's demos.  Each and everyone of you made it a great success. I am so thankful to have such a great team full of students who are willing to participate with their dogs.

Thank you to the following:
Tif and Fraser
Angie and Fizz/Mav
Ian and Opie
Nora and Moxie
Laura and Maeve
Kelly amd Fox
Laura and Sully
Amy amd Fletcher
Rainy and Mango
Linda and Zumi
Emily and Gibbs
Miranda and Bailey
Colleen and Meeko
Kim and Rebel/Jax
Jessica amd Benny
My dogs Yuuna and Rogue

Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Looking forward to next year!

One of my favorite things to see at the fair is junior handlers interacting and showing off their skills that they have...
08/30/2024

One of my favorite things to see at the fair is junior handlers interacting and showing off their skills that they have worked so hard on with their dogs.

Rainy has been working with trainer Laura and Laura's dog Mango for the last three years. She has built a great bond with him and it shows when she performs.

Ian took BLOF's basic obedience class with his dog Opie this spring and show cased what they learned as first timers at the fair! You would've never known this was his first time.

Both of these students did an incredible job!🎉

Junior handlers are our future and it's such a great experience to be in front of such a big crowd at the Minnesota State Fair!

Bravo to the both of you!

Huge thanks to Laura TheravenousBraineater Newland for helping both of them get started and to her husband Kevin for capturing such great shots!

📸 Kevin Newland

Address

Saint Paul, MN
55107

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16512525242

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We will no doubt have a plethora of videos and pictures to share, but check out these awesome dogs doing a sit stay with distractions! Laura TheravenousBraineater Newland is on the mic and did an incredible job running the show! Bailey, Fletcher, Fox, Mango, Jax and Benny in the video!

Fae
Fae

Today I worked my board and train Fae at my local playground. We trained here to work on obedience with distractions and to work on building her confidence being in an environment that has a lot going on and that has kids. When we arrived the little boy in the video came up and tried to give her a hug. She did not appreciate that and backed away.  I advocated for her and told the boy that the dog likes to be pet but not hugged and we continued on training. We did move to the other side of the park to continue our training and the boy came back and although he interrupted our training, he was much more respectful and just tried to pet her. The mom apologized profusely and I told her it was okay. We reset and continued on with our training. I am training a dog at a children’s playground.  I have to expect the unexpected and we had the unexpected today. She had lots of children asked to say hi and she did very well. I am proud of her because it was not an easy day.

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