Puppy Foundation
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions
Adults*
Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, and other animals. The first meeting of each session is a humans-only orientation.
Pre-requisite: Participants must be able to keep physical control of their dog. We reserve the right to restrict any dog’s participation for any reason, for the safety of other dogs and participants. Evidence of current vaccinations required.
Bring: Collar, harness with chest-pull D-ring, treat bag, treats your dog loves, good stout leash (recommend waist belt), and water. Participants will need to bring printed evidence of current vaccinations, a signed Waiver, and a completed Conflict History Questionnaire.
Instructor: Mark Helpenstell KPA-DTP has been training animals for 50+ years, working with hunting/retrieving dogs, stock dogs, horses, donkeys, goats, and other pets. He is an advocate of Positive Reinforcement Training, working with dogs, donkeys, mules, and cats. Mark has completed multiple Animal Behavior Certification and other courses. Mark got involved in donkey and mule rescue, and has been Clicker Training to rescue/recover frightened, confused and difficult animals. Visit the Facebook page: “Come on, Let’s Train.” markhelpenstell@gmail.com
Location: South Whidbey Sports Complex and nearby trails at 5598 Langley Road, Langley. The first session (without dogs) may be moved indoors location TBA.
Schedule: Sundays, September 17-October 22, Noon-1:00pm**
Fee: $150 per dog
Min 6/Max 20
*Teens welcome with a parent/guardian.
**If registration exceeds 10 dogs, we may split in 2 groups and add a 1:00-2:00pm session.
Registration closes Fri, Sept 15 at noon.
HANDLERS AGE 16+; DOGS AGE 4+ MONTHS (OR ALL VACCINATIONS COMPLETED)
Keep your dog busy, tired, and happy with K9 Nosework! This fast-growing dog sport teaches you how to encourage and develop your dog’s amazing natural scenting ability by using its desire to hunt, and its love of food, toys, and exercise. This exciting detection style activity is appropriate for dogs of any age, breed, or physical ability and handlers of all ages and abilities. No dog-training experience is necessary, and each dog works separately, one at a time, so this class is ideal for dogs unsuited for a group class setting. The ability to conduct indoor searches make the sport excellent mental and physical exercise for our rainy climate. Ongoing sessions are offered regularly.
Bring: Cloth face coverings (for indoors) and physical distancing will be required at class. Bring hand sanitizer and use it upon arrival and departure. Sanitizing wipes recommended.
Pre-Requisite: Instructor requirement – complete COVID-19 vaccination, including booster.
Location: The South Whidbey Community Park ‘Dog House’ at 5495 Maxwelton Road, Langley ; classes meet indoors and outdoors. Nosework 2 & 3 classes may have field trips off-site. Check your email the night before class for updates.
Instructors:
Nosework Class Descriptions
Schedule
Nosework 1 (Beginning Nosework)
Min 3/Max 6
Fri | Sep 29-Nov 3 | 1:00-2:30pm | $175 KF
Sun | Oct 1-Nov 3 | 4:00-5:30pm | $175 GE
Nosework 2A (Intro to Odor 1)*
Max 6
Sun | Oct 1-Nov 3 | 2:00-3:30pm | $175** GE
*Prerequisite: Nosework 1
*Add’l $60 odor kit fee due to instructor at first class.
Nosework 2B (Intro to Odor 2)**
Max 6
Fri | Sep 29-Nov 3 | 11:00am-12:30pm | $175 KF
Tue| Oct 3-Nov 7 | 4:00-5:30pm | $175 GE
**Prerequisite: Nosework 2A
Nosework 3 (Advanced Nosework)***
Max 6
Fri | Sep 29-Nov 3 | 9:00-10:30am | $175 KF
Sun | Oct 1-Nov 3 | 10:00-11:30am | $175 GE
Sun | Oct 1-Nov 3 | 2:00-1:30pm | $175 GE
Tue| Oct 3-Nov 7 | 10:00-11:30am | $175 GE
Tue| Oct 3-Nov 7 | 12:00-1:30pm | $175 GE
Tue| Oct 3-Nov 7 | 2:00-3:30pm | $175 GE
***Prerequisite: Nosework 1, 2A and 2B
****$30 drop-in fee per day for advanced students only, and by prior arrangement with instructor.
Classes may be combined if minimum is not met.
Fee: $175 per dog
Note: Make-ups for missed classes may be arranged with instructor, based on availability.
COVID-19 Safety and Health Screening:
Pre-Requisite: Complete COVID-19 vaccination, including booster.
– Stay home if you or anyone in your household have experienced any cold or flu-like symptoms (not attributable to another condition such as seasonal allergies) in the 14 days prior to the program such as: a fever of 100.4 or higher; cough; sore throat; chills; loss of taste or smell; muscle or body aches; respiratory illness or difficulty breathing; or headache. If you fall ill, please let us know. If you reply to one of our health screening questions in a way that needs more clarification, we’ll have you step to the side while we get the rest of the folks checked in, then chat with you.
– Stay home if you or anyone in your household been exposed to COVID-19 in the last 14 days.
– Keep your distance and maintain at least 6′ distance from others.
– Wash your hands and/or use hand sanitizer upon arrival and departure. Refrain from touching your face.
– Cloth Face Coverings required when indoors, but not when outdoors.
– Privacy Upon arrival we may ask you some basic health questions about symptoms and exposure. If you would like to discuss anything in a more private way, please call us or email before the program starts. If we are made aware that a participant, volunteer or staff person tested positive for COVID-19, fellow participants and staff who have been exposed will be notified, while maintaining privacy.
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions
Adults*
Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, and other animals. The first meeting of each session is a humans-only orientation.
Pre-requisite: Participants must be able to keep physical control of their dog. We reserve the right to restrict any dog’s participation for any reason, for the safety of other dogs and participants. Evidence of current vaccinations required.
Bring: Collar, harness with chest-pull D-ring, treat bag, treats your dog loves, good stout leash (recommend waist belt), and water. Participants will need to bring printed evidence of current vaccinations, a signed Waiver, and a completed Conflict History Questionnaire.
Instructor: Mark Helpenstell KPA-DTP has been training animals for 50+ years, working with hunting/retrieving dogs, stock dogs, horses, donkeys, goats, and other pets. He is an advocate of Positive Reinforcement Training, working with dogs, donkeys, mules, and cats. Mark has completed multiple Animal Behavior Certification and other courses. Mark got involved in donkey and mule rescue, and has been Clicker Training to rescue/recover frightened, confused and difficult animals. Visit the Facebook page: “Come on, Let’s Train.” markhelpenstell@gmail.com
Location: South Whidbey Sports Complex and nearby trails at 5598 Langley Road, Langley. The first session (without dogs) may be moved indoors location TBA.
Schedule: Sundays, September 17-October 22, Noon-1:00pm**
Fee: $150 per dog
Min 6/Max 20
*Teens welcome with a parent/guardian.
**If registration exceeds 10 dogs, we may split in 2 groups and add a 1:00-2:00pm session.
Registration closes Fri, Sept 15 at noon.
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions
Adults*
Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, and other animals. The first meeting of each session is a humans-only orientation.
Pre-requisite: Participants must be able to keep physical control of their dog. We reserve the right to restrict any dog’s participation for any reason, for the safety of other dogs and participants. Evidence of current vaccinations required.
Bring: Collar, harness with chest-pull D-ring, treat bag, treats your dog loves, good stout leash (recommend waist belt), and water. Participants will need to bring printed evidence of current vaccinations, a signed Waiver, and a completed Conflict History Questionnaire.
Instructor: Mark Helpenstell KPA-DTP has been training animals for 50+ years, working with hunting/retrieving dogs, stock dogs, horses, donkeys, goats, and other pets. He is an advocate of Positive Reinforcement Training, working with dogs, donkeys, mules, and cats. Mark has completed multiple Animal Behavior Certification and other courses. Mark got involved in donkey and mule rescue, and has been Clicker Training to rescue/recover frightened, confused and difficult animals. Visit the Facebook page: “Come on, Let’s Train.” markhelpenstell@gmail.com
Location: South Whidbey Sports Complex and nearby trails at 5598 Langley Road, Langley. The first session (without dogs) may be moved indoors location TBA.
Schedule: Sundays, September 17-October 22, Noon-1:00pm**
Fee: $150 per dog
Min 6/Max 20
*Teens welcome with a parent/guardian.
**If registration exceeds 10 dogs, we may split in 2 groups and add a 1:00-2:00pm session.
Registration closes Fri, Sept 15 at noon.
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions
Adults*
Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, and other animals. The first meeting of each session is a humans-only orientation.
Pre-requisite: Participants must be able to keep physical control of their dog. We reserve the right to restrict any dog’s participation for any reason, for the safety of other dogs and participants. Evidence of current vaccinations required.
Bring: Collar, harness with chest-pull D-ring, treat bag, treats your dog loves, good stout leash (recommend waist belt), and water. Participants will need to bring printed evidence of current vaccinations, a signed Waiver, and a completed Conflict History Questionnaire.
Instructor: Mark Helpenstell KPA-DTP has been training animals for 50+ years, working with hunting/retrieving dogs, stock dogs, horses, donkeys, goats, and other pets. He is an advocate of Positive Reinforcement Training, working with dogs, donkeys, mules, and cats. Mark has completed multiple Animal Behavior Certification and other courses. Mark got involved in donkey and mule rescue, and has been Clicker Training to rescue/recover frightened, confused and difficult animals. Visit the Facebook page: “Come on, Let’s Train.” markhelpenstell@gmail.com
Location: South Whidbey Sports Complex and nearby trails at 5598 Langley Road, Langley. The first session (without dogs) may be moved indoors location TBA.
Schedule: Sundays, September 17-October 22, Noon-1:00pm**
Fee: $150 per dog
Min 6/Max 20
*Teens welcome with a parent/guardian.
**If registration exceeds 10 dogs, we may split in 2 groups and add a 1:00-2:00pm session.
Registration closes Fri, Sept 15 at noon.
Full schedule, fees, and information at www.swparks.org/puppy-foundation