Canine Communication, Handling and Husbandry- 21st-22nd March ‘09

During this course participants will learn about the basis of canine behaviour and the likely behavioural responses of dogs dependant on instinct, motivation, breed and previous learnt behaviours. Participants will learn how to predict behaviours by recognising subtle and overt signals given in communication. In addition the course will give advice on canine handling in various situations and differing levels of restraint that can be used as well as the basic husbandry requirements for dogs in care.

Dogs are not really suited to be in the workshop.

Canine Care: What you need to know for your dog to be happy and healthy- 18th-19th April.

Participants of this course will gain a basic understanding of how to care for their dog from puppy to old age and in particular provide care that will enhance natural behaviours and develop a strong and secure owner-dog bond. The course includes health and coat care, nutrition and feeding, physical and mental stimulation, socialisation and training.

Canine Rescue, Rehabilitation and Re-homing- 9th-10th May

This weekend workshop covers basic handling and restraint (in particular of the un-socialised nervous or aggressive dog), dog assessment, simple training that can aid re-homing, owner assessment and the re-homing process. Despite all the fantastic work that rescuers do, there is a huge responsibility in matching dogs with new owners and it is important that is not undertaken lightly. This course helps remind participants of this and gives advice and information in support of this important job.

No dogs at this workshop please.

Introduction to Agility- 27th-28th June

Ever watched agility on TV or at a dog show? Ever thought you’d like to try it with your dog? Well now you can in the Happier Hounds Dog Training Introductory Agility Weekend Workshop. During the weekend you and your dog will be introduced to agility equipment such as the jumps, tyre, tunnel and see-saw whilst being guided in basic obedience important in agility and how to link obstacles into simple courses. Health and safety in agility is also addressed as well as advice being given to owners about how to continue agility training at home.

Unlock your dogs potential- Get Clicking!- 25th-26th July

Clicker Training is a modern training method using the dogs’ motivations and attempts at behaviours to train new and varied commands. After an introduction to using the clicker participants are guide through basic obedience to simple tricks and moves and then complex shaped commands. This is a great introduction for owners wanting to open the door to fun and accurate behavioural performances.

More Fun Matters-Canine Games 15th-16th August

This weekend workshop is based on the six week course also held at Happier Hounds Dog Training. Both workshop and course are about promoting fun times with your dog as well as providing opportunities for advanced socialisation. Participants of the workshop have a weekend of fun and friendship with their dog and other dog owners as they play games such as musical statues, hide and seek, target rounders, relay races… and many more! A great way to end the summer and start an autumn of fabulous fun ways to train!