Chad Mackin is arguably one of the pillars of dog training when it comes to biological fulfillment, especially when it comes to the leash and the conflicts and frustrations it brings. While he is definitely known as “The Leash Guy”, he also offers impressive knowledge that goes to the roots of emotions in dogs and how they drive behaviors, the distinctions between the energy states that create those emotions and therefore choices, and how we can impact our dogs and change their decision making process.

Chad, a former president of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), has created an incredible program that has improved the methods of trainers worldwide. He is the creator of the Pack to Basics program, and he has trained dogs and other professional trainers since 1993 throughout the US and Canada.

The “Dogmanship Workshop” will have both working and audit spots, and will delve into concepts like using the dog’s natural instincts to alleviate and in many cases stop anti-social and aggressive behavior, as well as an in-depth approach to alleviating frustration and conflict with leashwork. The emphasis on improving connection through the leash alone will be incredibly useful to the every day dog owner or anyone wishing to build upon their leash handling skills.

In addition, Chad will be covering topics such as:

• The roots and causes of aggression (and how to relieve them)

• The truth about the social nature of dogs, and how it affect us

• The secrets of de-stressing an anxious dog

• Gaining and maintaining trust

• Non-threatening results based handling

• Listening with the leash

• Utilizing Constant Communication

• How dogs teach (how dogs learn)

• Creating compliance by avoiding resistance

• Creating a cooperative mind (get the mind and the body follows)

• The most destructive and common myths about dog behavior

• Using the right tool for the right job

Working spots will be by application only to Chad Mackin, who will select dogs in an effort to properly showcase the concepts above to the entire audience. This event will sell out quickly! The spacious and comfortable location offers both indoor and outdoor room.

Working spots: $600

Audit spots: $400.

The event will have certificates for attendees and a seminar workbook to keep.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided both days.

Please contact me with any and all questions, as well as to sign up, whether a working or audit spot.