In this seminar, you will learn how to:
- Teach pet dogs and pet owners about canine fitness exercises and using FitPAWS Equipment
- Teach basic training to pet owners and make it fun – pet dog owners want to see results quickly, this class will help you understand how to achieve success without pushing the dog and handler beyond their ability
- Keep pet dog owners from becoming frustrated during the training process
- Teach safe practices when working with FitPAWS equipment
- Choose the right reward for the dog
- Use treat pouches, pockets, food bowls, lick’em sticks, lickable options
- Coach pet dog owners to communicate with their dog
- Keep exercises with FitPAWS equipment at the right level for the dog and owner
- Show owners how to get their dogs to use FitPAWS equipment
- Plan and run group classes (several class ideas will be demonstrated)
- Engage the pet dog in activity
- Play with the pet dog while increasing activity
A variety of training methods – shaping, luring, and nose targeting – will be used
Pre-requisite: You are interested in offering canine fitness classes. If you are a Certified Canine Fitness Trainer (CCFT) this is a great class to help you market to pet dog owners, get class ideas, and learn how to work better with pet dog owners. If you are a dog trainer looking to add to your services, this class is a great place to start learning proper use of FitPAWS equipment while keeping things safe for the dogs and handlers.Note: This class is VERY geared toward teaching the pet dog and pet dog owner. The focus will be FUN, getting dogs MORE EXERCISE physically and mentally, while teaching
