Pack Walk Prep

This class is the first step to joining our Mt. Tabor Pack walks!

We will be able to assess your dogs readiness to join the larger pack walk and if they are not we can discuss how to get ready for the walk and get the most out of it. We want to ensure this will be a learning opportunity that offers challenge, not stress. We will also talk about how to maintain a loose leash and stay connected with our dog through fluctuating energy.

I have been working with dogs with behavioral issues for almost 15 years. I created pack walk in 2013 for a dog that needed to rebuild trust for dogs. My motivation to give her the best life possible led me to understand that we can change reactivity. I refused to follow the avoid and manage training plan. I couldn't imagine how Sara felt if I dreaded walks! Avoiding busy walk times and managing behavior can only take you so far.

Most of us are busy and doing our best to get out for even a leash walk on a busy day! The problem is that if our dog is walking on a tight leash between us and trigger, they are entering a trigger first and on duty so you wont have time to help your dog before they fly over threshold.
My goal is to give you the tools to feel confident because then you will send that message to your dog. Increasing skills will increase confidence and decrease anxiety! We spend so much time on leash so lets enjoy it!

Leashes must be fixed 4-6ft.
Options for walking gear (if you are clipping to something other than the flat collar) include front clip harness, nose lead, or a Sprenger collar. If you are using a harness with only a back clip option you may nice it is harder to get pulling under control and it is simply because your dogs shoulders are the strongest part of their bodies!

Please note: To have an effective class we need a minimum of three (3) people registered, not including the host. Classes with less than three attendees will be rescheduled. Please check the attendee count and messages BEFORE you head to the class. We will do our best to notify you the Friday evening before the event if we are going to cancel due to low turnout.

We look forward to seeing you there and we are here if you have any additional questions. To learn more about our private training and socialization options, check out our website at www.thebalanceddogpdx.com

*Payments can be made through Paypal.
Search for "TheBalancedDogPDX@gmail.com" or 971-258-1144

*Link to join larger pack walk once you have completed the class. You will request to join and I will approve it. If I don't see the request please text me and let me know you sent one.
https://www.meetup.com/The-Balanced-Dog-Pack/