WORKSHOPS
Expand your and your dog's skills in a workshop
Below you will find any available workshop and description
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Complete a class application to initiate the registration process.
Workshop enrollment is considered confirmed once your class application, the copy of current vaccinations, and payment have been received.
Proof of rabies vaccination is required, except for pups under the age of 12 weeks.
Proof of distemper / parvo is also required for Puppy Primer classes.
Workshop enrollment is considered confirmed once your application, the copy of current vaccinations,
and payment has been received.
Proof of rabies vaccination is required, except for pups under the age of 12 weeks.
Proof of distemper / parvo is also required for Puppy Primer classes.
Flatwork - Agility Mini Series
Agility Workshop with Kristie
In this 3 part workshop, you will work on beginning handler - dog connection and general handling skills. Each week will build on to skills from the previous week. This mini series is open to dogs who have completed Companion Dog Essentials
and are 8 months old or older. NO agility experience is required. This mini series would be great for people considering agility, or newcomers looking to develop beginner skills.
East Lyme Location
Sundays
3 Session Mini Series
Feb 18, Mar 3 & Mar 10
1 - 2 pm
$100 + tax
Layering
Agility Workshop with Kristie
Layering is an agility handling technique in which there is an obstacle that the dog shouldn't perform “layered” between the handler and the dog. This technique requires the dog to work at a distance from the handler, and for the handler to appropriately cue the desired behavior/obstacle to the dog.
In this workshop, participants will learn to use physical and verbal cues to keep dogs on their path to take the correct obstacle, even when separated from the handler.
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday February 18, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am
$45+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Back-Side Jumps, Backs & Front Side
Agility Workshop with Kristie
As the sport of agility has progressed, many agility venues now include jumping from both
the side facing the dog and handler, and jumping from the back-side.
This workshop will focus on developing back-side jumping skills.
We will also focus on the handler’s position, cuing, verbals, and the dog’s path
since they all contribute to successful jumping skills.
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday March 3, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am
$45+ tax
FULL/Waitlist
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Turns & Wraps
Agility Workshop with Kristie
There are many times when the path on an agility course changes, and dogs need to wrap around an obstacle to head in a new direction. Handlers need to be able to cue their dogs appropriately in order to perform wraps well.
In this workshop, we will discuss and practice a variety of wraps which will be determined by various sets.
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday March 10, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am
$45+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Clever K9
Environmental Agility Workshop
Workshop with Jen
Come learn the fun and engaging dog sport of "Canine Parkour". In this workshop we will build the foundation skills to get you and your dog started using any environment you are in to engage your dog physically and mentally.
You will build confidence while teaching more body awareness with climbing, jumping, balance
Dogs must have complete Companion Dog Fundamentals or higher.
East Lyme Location
Saturday March 9, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am
$50+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Stonington Location
Saturday March 16, 2024
10:00 am - 11:30 am
$50+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Heeling Workshop
with Jen
In this workshop we will break down what it means to "heel" and the major components that make up this elusive training position. We will create focus and position with clear communication.
Dogs must have completed Companion Dog Essentials or higher.
East Lyme Location
Saturday March 9, 2024
11:30 am
$30+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Stonington Location
Saturday March 16, 2024
9 am
$30+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Tricks Workshop
with Julianne
Want to have fun with your dog while challenging them physically and mentally?
In this workshop we will build your dog's trick skills. We can use tricks in everyday situations, like "waiting" in the vets office, while you wait your turn in other canine sport classes, or just as a way to challenge your dog in everyday situations.
Along with positive reinforcement we will use shaping and luring techniques.
Tricks may include, crawl, shake, high five, roll over, spin, sit pretty, wave, back up, hoop, paws up, push up.
Prerequisites: Puppy Primer or Companion Dog Fundamentals
East Lyme Location
Sunday April 7th & 21st
10 am - 11:30 am
$100
2 Session Workshop
Stunt Dog Workshop
with Julianne
This workshop we will help you take your dog's trick repertoire to the next level.
If you have ever thought about performing or doing demos with your dog at schools, nursing homes, fairs, etc. then this is the class for you.
We will be creating a trick routine and learning strategies for keeping control of our dogs in the face of distractions and ring skills to inspire and entertain audiences. We will also be working toward the ability to pass a structured Stunt Dog Ring trial and title.
Prerequisite: Tricks class
East Lyme Location
Sunday April 7th & 21st
11:45 am - 1:15 pm
$100
2 Session Workshop
Weaves Workshops
Agility Workshop with Kristie
Weaves #1 :
Using the 2x2 method to learn to weave without handler assistance and to build independence in weaving. This workshop is suitable for dogs who are just learning to weave as well as for those who are not yet doing weaves independently.
This is a beginner level workshop.
Weaves #2
Designed for dogs already doing weaves independently, this workshop will focus on more difficult entries, exists,
rear and front crosses at the end of weaves. As well as building distance and layering with weaves
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday April 14, 2024
Weaves #1 : 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Weaves #2: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
$45+ tax
Workshops are one time events, unless otherwise stated
Speedway Simulation
Agility with Kristie
In this simulation Speedway participants will get to practice run-throughs. Prep for competition or
for anyone new, you'll get to experience what the setting is like
This is open to any client who has graduated an agility class with My Dog's Place.
Pre-registration is required.
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday May 5
9:30 am - 11:30 am
(until all have run)
$45
Tandems and Rear Crosses
Agility Workshop with Kristie
In this workshop participants will learn how to use a Tandem Turn as well as Rear Crosses while working on sequences.
This workshop is appropriate for participants of the previous "Rear Cross" workshop
as well as other dogs enrolled in an agility class with My Dog's Place.
Prior agility experience is required
East Lyme Location
Sunday May 19
10 am - 11:30 am
$45
Complete a class application to initiate the registration process.
Class enrollment is considered confirmed once your class application, the copy of current vaccinations, and payment has been received.
Proof of rabies vaccination is required, except for pups under the age of 12 weeks.
Proof of distemper / parvo is also required for Puppy Primer classes.
My Dog's Place LLC
50 Taugwonk Spur Rd
Stonington, CT 06378
860-572-7755