Our K9 Skills Workshop: Crate Training Foundations is a one-hour, hands-on class designed to teach you and your dog a series of engaging crate games that build confidence, impulse control, and a positive association with the crate. Whether you're starting with a new puppy or working with an older dog who isn't comfortable in a crate, these exercises will help make crate training easier and less stressful.

During this workshop, you'll learn how to:

• Build a positive emotional connection to the crate.

• Encourage your dog to enter the crate willingly.

• Teach your dog to remain calm and relaxed inside the crate.

• Develop patience and impulse control.

• Create a strong foundation for easier crate training at home.

Crate games are about much more than simply teaching your dog to stay in a crate—they help improve focus, self-control, and confidence, making them a valuable training tool for everyday life.

Workshop Details

• Duration: 1 hour

• Format: Small group workshop

• Dogs: Open to puppies and adult dogs

• Prerequisites: Dogs should be comfortable working around other dogs while remaining on leash.

You'll leave with easy-to-follow exercises you can continue practicing at home to build your dog's confidence and make the crate one of their favorite places to be.