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Description:
Join us for 2 days of workshops with Dana Zinn!
Dates: November 16 & 17, 2024
Location: FDSA Ranch in Petaluma
Day 1: But in a Trial (max 10 working spots)
One of the best advantages we can have as a competitor is the ability to support our dog in a competent and non-intrusive way. The purpose of this workshop is to help the participant make the most of training to prepare for trial in a way that makes the most sense to the dog and allows for a more fluid transition from training to competition in regards to handling. We will discuss in detail how handling in training is often very different than trialing (whether you realize it or not) and how to have more consistency between the two. This applies to all levels from ORT to Summit!
Training is not just about setting hides and problem solving for the dog. It’s about improving our handling skills, and having the tools to support our dogs effectively in any search. We will discuss ways to promote independence and problem-solving skills, and make each and every search the best it can be for every dog. Dana will tailor each exercise to the team’s level and will use her many years of experience observing this game we call nose work to help each individual team improve and become a more cohesive unit. We will have discussions, work dogs, and learn how to review videos to facilitate the most learning.
Day 2: Fox in Sox, It’s More than a Box (max 10 working spots)
Join Dana Zinn for a day of comprehensive study of containers. Through lecture, video and live working teams, Dana will cover the many facets of this often-challenging element.
Dana will discuss odor movement, types of containers, setup, and the most important factor – handling. Dana will coach teams and narrate all that she sees in regard to the dogs’ search style, problem solving, odor movement, and handler movement.
BEFORE REGISTERING, PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
Schedule:
Saturday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, with ~1-hour lunch break on your own.
Sunday: 8:00 am - 3:45pm, with ~45-minute lunch break on your own. Plan to bring a lunch, local eateries are ~15 minutes away.
Fees:
- $160.00 - Audit Saturday Only (there is no Sunday-only option)
- $270.00 - Audit Saturday & Sunday
- $115.00 - Additional Working Spot Fee - At the time of registration, participants will pay the 2-day audit workshop fee of $270. Once a team is selected for a working spot, they will then pay the additional working spot fee of $115.
Working Spot Requirements:
Please read carefully to ensure that you and your dog will enjoy this experience.
- You MUST register for a 2-day auditor spot to be considered for a working spot. If your dog is chosen, we will assign the day your dog will work and you will audit the other day.
- Only one dog per handler will be selected for a working spot, however, you may enter more than one of your dogs for consideration.
- Working dog teams will be selected based on their skill level and an effort to show a variety of dogs and styles for the learning benefit of all participants.
- Working Teams will be chosen after October 5th (after the cancellation deadline). Teams selected for a working spot will be notified by email including a link to submit the additional $115 payment within 48 hours of notification.
- Dogs not chosen this time around will form a Wait List in case a selected dog has to cancel.
- Dogs should be resilient to challenging environments, have strong odor obedience, and be comfortable being watched by a large group of people.
- Dogs who have less experience or understanding of odor or who can become easily distracted by the environment would not be well suited for a working spot for this seminar.
- Additionally, dogs who are environmentally sensitive or reactive/aggressive with people or more than mildly reactive with other dogs would not be well suited for this type of event.
- Dogs MUST be able to stay quietly in their vehicles out of sight from their handlers. Please bring whatever your dog needs to be made comfortable and cool/warm enough in between working exercises.
- Dogs must be healthy on event day and should be current on all vaccinations required by law.
- Deadline for Working Spot consideration is Sept 30th. To apply, please register for a 2-day audit spot first, and then complete the questionnaire linked here before Sept 30th: Working Spot Application.
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations for this event must be emailed to calongi@marinhumane.org. Cancellations received before 9am pacific time on October 5, 2024 will receive a refund minus a 10% processing fee. Cancellations received between 9am pacific October 5, 2024 and 9am pacific November 2, 2024, will receive a refund of 50% of the registration fee. For cancellations after 9am on November 2nd, a 50% refund will only be issued if we can fill your spot. No refunds will be issued for cancellations during the last 72 hours before the event or for no-shows. This cancellation and refund policy applies to participants that must withdraw for any reason including but not limited to injury, illness, emergency, and personal or work-related reasons. NACSW CEUS: 4 CEUs per day
Video/Audio Policy: No video or audio taping please. Exceptions may be made for the working spot teams that want video of themselves for personal use only.
Location: FDSA Ranch in Petaluma, CA. The specific location address will be emailed to participants before the event. Note: the property is spread out and hilly, so you may be required to walk long distances and/or up and down hills. The property contains a variety of farm buildings, livestock, and related distractions. Expect to navigate uneven terrain, dirt, mud, brick, gravel, as well as uneven surfaces, stairs, etc. Please consider whether this is feasible if you have mobility challenges.
If you have any questions about this event or would like to be put on the waitlist for an audit spot, please contact calongi@marinhumane.org. More information will be emailed to registered participants a few days prior to the event.
Class Trainer(s)
2-day audit spot
Price:
$270.00
Location:
FDSA Ranch 470 Sonoma Mountain Road Petaluma, CA 94954
Event Dates:
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Saturday, November 16, 2024
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Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
8hr(s)
Notes:
Audit Spot. $270 per person, includes both days. Please read cancelation policy before registering.
