Latest Past Events

Impulse Control and Prey Drive – Open to all breeds

Is your dog high-drive and quick to chase?Does your dog struggle to delay gratification or control themselves around exciting things? This workshop is designed for driven dogs who need help finding their off switch. We’ll play fun, practical games that teach your dog to: Make better decisions when aroused or excited Self-regulate and resist the urge to chase Channel their drive constructively through food and toys Important: Dogs must be able to work for food or toys in a new environment. If that’s not your dog yet, you should sign up for the Engagement & Focus workshop first.  Date: 12th July 9.30 am £45 email info@thatlldoacademy.com to register interest

Engagement Focus and Motivation – Open to all breeds

Do you have a dog who:  Refuses food or toys when you’re out and about? Ignores your cues around distractions? Struggles to focus or be redirected? Then this is the workshop for you. We’ll work on:  Building your dog’s motivation to engage with you Getting them playing and taking food in new environments Reinforcing your dog’s decisions to focus on you Using rewards effectively when distractions are present Date: 5th July 9.30 am £45  email info@thatlldoacademy.com to grab a spot

Ignoring Livestock Training Day

Are you concerned that your dog might pull you around when you're near sheep? Do you worry that your dog's recall isn't strong enough, especially around distractions like grazing sheep and cows? Are you unsure how to handle your young dog when taking a walk in sheep-rich areas? If you want to ensure that your dog can be handled with livestock in emergency situations, keep reading! I'm thrilled to offer a training day that equips you with the right tools and training plan to teach your dog: - A swift recall, even in the presence of movement. - The skill to ignore grazing sheep, allowing you to walk past them without a fuss. - Strategies for redirecting your dog's prey drive toward you instead of the environment. - An understanding of livestock welfare and your dog's needs, ensuring their happiness even without herding sheep all day. And here's the best part - we'll be practicing with real sheep! A friendly flock will assist us in applying these training techniques. This is the start of your training journey, additional days to practise with the presence of sheep will be provided to allow you and your dog to practise in safe way […]