“We have been through three levels of obedience training. All have been a great learning and enjoyable experience for dog and owner”
- Jan
Workshops:
Helpful and informative half-day workshops are taught by Carolyn Ross, a Certified Pet Dog Trainer and Certified Tellington Touch Practitioner. She is a Professional Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, an organization that promotes positive reinforcement methods. Her goal is to help her students better understand and communicate with their dog, so that they can share an active and happy life together. She is also available for private consultations.
The Basics of TTouch Bodywork Workshop
“A Gentle Approach to Influence Behavior, Health, & Performance”
The Tellington Touch method is a great compliment to training. Anyone can learn to do the TTouches and your dog will love you for it. The goal of the TTouch bodywork is to stimulate the function and vitality of the cells and to activate unused neural pathways to the brain. Stress-reducing hormones are released, and your dog learns to gain trust in you as well as awareness and confidence in himself. TTouch has been successfully used to solve typical behavior problems such as excessive barking, anxiety, carsickness, shyness, aggressiveness, grooming issues, as well as aiding in the healing of injuries and disease. Learning the TTouch method is sure to improve your relationship with your pet as well as enhance your dog’s willingness and ability to learn.
Walk in Harmony
“Learn to Help your Dog Walk Politely on Leash”
Unfortunately dogs these days spend a lot of time on leash. Why do so many dogs pull their owners around the neighborhood? Using a combination of The Third Way and Tellington Touch training methods, this class will explore different techniques to help dogs and handlers enjoy their leash walks. We will discuss the physics of leash walking, the Balance Leash, and leash walking using two points of contact. If you would like to use a head collar, you will learn how to gently introduce it to your dog and how to use it most effectively. Other various management devices will also be discussed to help find the right solution for each dog and handler team. We will explore using TTouch body wraps, practice meeting other dog & handler teams, as well as have fun with the “Playground of Higher Learning.” This class is suitable for dogs that pull on the leash, dogs that don’t want to move forward, or for puppies just learning what the leash is all about.
Help for the Shy Dog
“Gaining Confidence in the World”
Like People, dogs are individuals, and some dogs just seem to have a harder time coping with social situations. This class will introduce different training techniques, including Tellington Touch, to help students discover ways to help their dog feel more confident and safe outside of their own home. Class time will consist of discussions, body work, leash work, and time on the Playground of Higher Learning. Our goals will be to help our dogs learn to relax and enjoy life more. Although the dogs will determine the pace of the class, handlers will learn ways to continue building confidence in their canine companions so that they can both enjoy life to the fullest.
Important Information:
- In order to keep our workshops minimal, we require a pre-registration.
- Current vaccinations are required for all dogs: Rabies and Distemper.
- Call ahead! Workshops fill up fast.
- Payment due upon pre-registration.
- Cancellations: No refund after start of workshop.
What to bring to workshops:
- Proof of vaccinations, distemper and rabies from your vet
- Yummy treats or a favorite toy
- 6 ft. leash (no flexi-leads)
Please note: Dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times.
Please arrive 15 minutes before start of workshop.
8 New County Road 
Saco, Maine 04072 