ADVANCED TRAINING CONCEPTS FOR
TRAINERS AND EXPERIENCED HANDLERS
Learn how to overcome some of the “bumps in the road” we encounter as trainers and handlers
8.75 CEUs for trainers
For advanced trainers and handlers only. Please contact Teah at teah@gentlepets.com to register.
Concept Training (Modifiers, Mimicry, Adduction) - “Stretching Your Dog’s Capabilities” - There are many conceptual ideas that require a much more focused approach to training. This seminar will review the foundation needed for training broad concepts like modifier cues, mimicry, adduction, matching to sample and other conceptual tasks. A large amount of time will be focused on step by step training procedures for modifier cue work and mimicry as a behavior. This topic is designed for experienced trainers and animals.
Handling and Dealing with Mistakes –Ken will share his perspectives regarding how a positive reinforcement trainer should deal with animal errors. He will look at the popular use of no reinforcement markers and time outs and offer more positive alternatives, particularly the use of re-direction.
Evolution of the Modern Trainer –Ken will use a review of the trajectory of his career to examine the growth and changes in the training community to help explore what is possible and how far the training community has progressed. This presentation will take a brief peek at a variety of concepts including relationship building, husbandry training, mimicry, remote training, complex chains, and so much more. This final section is less about how to do these things and more about seeing what possibilities exist.
Directions
From San Luis Obispo go south on State Highway 227, turn left onto Corbett Canyon Road (just past the Price Canyon intersection), continue four miles on Corbett Canyon Road then turn right onto Deer Canyon Road. The training center is located approximately 1/4 mile up Deer Canyon Road on the left side of the road.
From Highway 101 in Arroyo Grande, go east on Grand Avenue (Hwy 227). Grand Avenue turns into Branch Street in the Village of Arroyo Grande. Go through the Village and proceed about 1/2 mile east to the stop sign at Huasna Road. Continue on north on Hwy 227 for 1/2 mile then turn right onto Corbett Canyon Road, continue two miles on Corbett Canyon Road then turn left onto Deer Canyon Road. The training center in located approximately 1/4 mile up Deer Canyon Road on the left side of the road.
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Campgrounds / RV Parks
Three local San Luis Obispo County Parks have RV and car camping available. The pet fee is $3 per day per pet. You can find more information on each park at www.slocountyparks.org. Phone numbers for each park are also listed below:
- Oceano Campground (805) 781-4900
- Coast Dunes RV Park (805) 781-4900
- Lopez Lake Campground (805) 788-2381
There are also numerous private RV parks in the area. The closest is Pismo Coast Village; 888-RVBEACH www.pismocoastvillage.com. (Unfortunately, I noticed that they now list breed restrictions “due to insurance requirements” so check the website.)
Registration and Refund Policy
REGISTRATION AND REFUND POLICY: Full payment is required to confirm your registration. Registration is not final until registration form and payment are received.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be given, less a $40 non-refundable administration fee, if notice of cancellation is received by one month prior to seminar date. Notices should be in writing and can be emailed to teah@gentlepets.com, faxed to (805) 481-1497 or mailed to Gentle Touch Pet Training at the address listed below. If notice is not received by one month prior to seminar date, no refund will be given unless your spot can be filled from the wait list.
