In Good Paws Dog Training

03/10/2025

Spring is here and in Colorado we can’t help but get excited about warmer weather (even if we already do get a crazy amount of sunny days)! ☀️

I am upping my enrichment game with Finn (and his best bud Wesson), by going on Sniffaris more often. These are walks where we just let our pups sniff and wander to their hearts content, no speed or specific destination in mind. We are lucky to live near an open space which makes this activity even more enriching! 🐕

A bonus for the humans is we get to watch for owls and bald eagles along the way which is just amazing 🦅

After a long Sniffari Finn loves to decompress even more with a Pupsicle from our friends

What are you going to try this spring to refresh your enrichment game? Feel free to comment below!

02/18/2025

New dates/times! Do you have a dog that barks and lunges at others on leash? Are you embarrassed by their antics and wish you could just enjoy being out and about with them? Does your dog forget you exist the moment you step out the door? We have the class for you!

Control Unleashed: Basics is a 4 week in-person small group class that gives your dog focus and control even in the face of distractions or triggers. Get ready to feel confident and happy taking your dog out into the world!

We have a new class starting in person on March 16th running Sundays at 12:30pm at Team Spirit Agility in Arvada.

To make sure the class is a good fit for your dog, we require a 30 minute instructor evaluation prior to registration. Schedule your evaluation by filling out the form below, so you can sign up for the next CU:Basics class. (Evaluations last 30 minutes and cost $75; you come away with great management tools as well as two exercises to practice with your dog to work on their challenges right away).

Schedule an evaluation: https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/in-good-paws-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=788

For more information about our Control Unleashed offerings in general, check out our website: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/control-unleashed/

If you have some questions, schedule a free 15 minute discovery call with us! https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/in-good-paws-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=2060

11/25/2024

The Black Friday sale on our online Intro to K9 Nose Work course starts on Thanksgiving 🦃

Looking for something fun to do with your dog while the weather outside is frightful? Look no further than nose work. This doggy-focused activity unleashes your dog’s natural ability to sniff and harnesses that skill while using their brains. No special equipment needed!

Nose work is perfect for:
-Burning off excess energy
-Providing extra mental stimulation (esp. when exercise is more difficult)
-Building confidence (esp. in fearful and reactive dogs)
-Great for older or injured dogs

This course is geared towards those who are totally new to nose work, but also builds the foundation vital for future competition if that’s your jam too 😄

Our course is taught by Patrice (me!) a Certified Nose Work Instructor through NACSW. Not only do you get lessons and videos that take you step-by-step through how to teach your dog to find a food treat (hide) in any indoor environment, you also get access to a private community of people just like you to ask questions and share your successes with. Included with purchase is weekly live office hours where you can get direct instructor support. I join in the online community to help answer questions and provide support there too 😊

Give your dog the gift they always wanted this holiday season— permission to be a dog and use their nose. With our Black Friday sale, you’ll get $20 off this fabulous and fun course. Sale runs from 11/28-12/2 (regular pricing is in effect outside of those dates). I hope to see you and your dog in our lovely nose work community!

Learn more about nose work and our course at our website: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/online-course-intro-to-nose-work/
On Thanksgiving you can visit the same site and purchase the course during our Black Friday sale

10/21/2024

Our last Control Unleashed: Basics class of the year starts November 10th at 12:30pm at Team Spirit Agility in Arvada.

Do you have a dog that barks and lunges at others on leash? Or loses focus the instant you walk out the door together? Do they have anxiety about what they encounter out in the world? We have the class for you!

Control Unleashed: Basics is a 4 week small group class that gives your dog focus and control even in the face of distractions. Get ready to feel confident and happy taking your dog out into the world!

To make sure the class is a good fit for your dog, we require a 30-minute instructor evaluation prior to registration. Schedule your evaluation by filling out the form below, so you can sign up for the next CU:Basics class. (Evaluations last 30 minutes and cost $75; you come away with great management tools as well as two exercises to practice with your dog to work on their challenges right away).

Schedule an evaluation:
https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/in-good-paws-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=788

For more information about our Control Unleashed offerings in general, check out our website: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/control-unleashed/

Don't wait! Get scheduled for your CU eval today!

09/24/2024

Do you have a dog that barks and lunges at others on leash? Or do they forget you exist the moment you walk out the door? We have the class for you!

Control Unleashed: Basics is a 4 week small group class that gives your dog focus and control even in the face of distractions. Get ready to feel confident and happy taking your dog out into the world!

We have a new class starting in person on Oct 6th at either 12:30pm or 2:00pm at Team Spirit Agility in Arvada. This might be the last class before the holidays hit, so don't miss out!

To make sure the class is a good fit for your dog, we require a 30-minute instructor evaluation prior to registration. Schedule your evaluation by filling out the form below, so you can sign up for the next CU:Basics class. (Evaluations last 30 minutes and cost $75; you come away with great management tools as well as two exercises to practice with your dog to work on their challenges right away).

Schedule an evaluation:
https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/in-good-paws-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=788

For more information about our Control Unleashed offerings in general, check out our website: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/control-unleashed/

Don't wait! Get scheduled for your CU eval today!

08/15/2024

My dog and I are heading to the mountains for some R & R- we'll be back on 8/31.

Have a great couple weeks and happy training!

04/14/2024

NW1 and NW2 trial volunteers needed for April 27th and 28th at Jack Nicol Cub Scout Camp in Red Feather Lakes, CO. NW1 is on Saturday 4/27, and NW2 is on Sunday 4/28.

If you are not registered for these trials, but want to help or get experience with a trial (great before you ever go to one), I highly recommend signing up to help with either date. The trial is being hosted by Beyond Elevation Dog Sports and Training.

You can sign up for NW1 volunteering here: https://forms.wix.com/f/7143652636732948489
You can sign up for NW2 volunteering here: https://forms.wix.com/f/7143652736641270209

04/01/2024

Do you have a dog that barks and lunges at others on leash? Or do they forget you exist the moment you walk out the door? We have the class for you!

Control Unleashed: Basics is a 4 week small group class that gives your dog focus and control even in the face of distractions. Get ready to feel confident and happy taking your dog out into the world!

We have a new class starting in person on April 14th at 10:00am at Team Spirit Agility in Arvada.

To make sure the class is a good fit for your dog, we require a 30-minute instructor evaluation prior to registration. Schedule your evaluation by filling out the form below, so you can sign up for the next CU:Basics class. (Evaluations last 30 minutes and cost $75; you come away with great management tools as well as two exercises to practice with your dog to work on their challenges right away).

Schedule an evaluation: https://portal.busypaws.app/customers/in-good-paws-dog-training/forms_and_contracts/new?id=788
For more information about our Control Unleashed offerings in general, check out our website: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/control-unleashed/

Don't wait! Get scheduled for your CU eval today!

02/05/2024

Some cool offerings are coming to The Veterinary Behavior Center. If you join, let them know we sent you 🙂 https://www.vetbehaviorcenter.com/classes

Relaxation: the 6 D’s
In this virtual group class, you will learn our 6 D’s relaxation protocol designed by Dr. Ariel Fagen, DVM, DACVB. Whether you are hoping for a relaxed athlete on the sideline at a sporting event, a consistent signal to inform your enthusiastic dog that it’s time to chill, or a reliable way to help your dog decompress, this class is for you!
Instructor: Danielle Winkelman, KPA-CTP, ACDBC
Sundays 4:00pm - 5:00pm MST
Virtual zoom link provided upon registration
Starting February 25th for 6 weeks

Rattlesnake Avoidance
Warm weather is right around the corner, and you’ll be out and about with your pup! Don’t let the fear of a snake encounter keep you off the trails! Join us for this 2-part class where you will learn about snake behavior and safety, in addition to skills that you and your dog will develop together such as pairing the scent, sight, and/or sound of a snake with a learned signal to come back to you. The goal is for your dog to reflexively move away from snakes- we’ll help you accomplish this in a fear-free, reward-based way!
April 24th & May 19th
1) Virtual Foundations Session: April 24th, 6pm-7pm MST- important background information and foundational skills that will set you and your canine companion up for success
2) In-Person Workshop: May 19th, 9:30am-11:30am MST, at our clinic in Boulder- a live session with snake skins used as decoys to teach your dog to keep their distance and come back to you
Instructor: Amy Creaven, KPA-CTP
*No snakes or dogs were harmed or will be harmed in the production of this workshop.

Veterinary behaviorists are trained in all species, not just dogs and cats. Nothing gets us more thrilled than the chance to use our unique skills to help animals in human care from all sorts of backgrounds. See what our expertise can bring to your animal care program.

01/13/2024

Brrrr! It's cold outside! Too cold to safely go for a walk :(

Looking for ideas to keep your energetic or bored dog (and yourself) sane during these cold winter days? Look no further than our Intro to Nose Work on demand, self-paced online course! Give your dog a new activity from the comfort of your own home using only cardboard boxes and treats.

Learn more about this course (which includes the ability to ask questions throughout and provides you access to an exclusive Facebook community) or sign up today using this link: https://www.ingoodpawsdt.com/online-course-intro-to-nose-work/