PACK WALKS
Take your training out into the real world.
Pack Walks are structured group walks designed to take the skills you and your dog have been building and put them to work in real-world environments. We’ll train around other dogs, people and everyday distractions while you receive coaching and feedback along the way.
WHAT IS A PACK WALK?
It’s a training session that happens to involve a walk.
Pack Walks are structured group walks with training incorporated throughout. Rather than simply walking together from point A to point B, we’ll use the environment and the distractions around us as opportunities to practice the skills you and your dog have already been building.
Train through distractions
Practice skills like leash manners, handler focus & engagement, sit, down, stays (and more) while working around other dogs, people and the everyday distractions we encounter along the way.
Learn to work together
Pack Walks aren’t just training for your dog. You’ll receive coaching, spotting and feedback on your leash handling, timing, communication and how to help your dog successfully work through different situations.
Build real-world skills
Instead of practicing in the same controlled environment each time, Pack Walk locations change. New places give you opportunities to apply your training in different environments and continue building reliability.
This isn’t a puppy playdate.
The goal of a Pack Walk isn’t for the dogs to interact with one another. In fact, learning to exist around other dogs without needing to greet, play with or react to them is part of the training. Dogs remain under their handler’s control throughout the walk while we work on calm, approprpiate behavior around the group.
WHO CAN JOIN?
Pack Walks are for current Klug K9 Training clients.
Pack Walks are available to dogs who have participated in Group Classes, Private Training or Board & Train. The participating dog must have trained with me previously-training a different dog with me does not make a new dog automatically eligible.
Because we’re taking training into public environments and working alongside other dogs and handlers, you and your dog should already have some foundational training in place before joining in.
Not sure if you and your dog are ready for Pack Walks? Just ask! I’m happy to help you determine whether it’s the right next step in your training.
PACK WALK DETAILS
The need-to-know before we walk.
Schedule & Location
Pack walks are generally offered once a week and occasionally twice a week. Scheduling is weather dependent, and walks may be limited or paused during the winter months.
Walks are approximately 60 minutes long and take place at changing locations. Meeting details are provided privately to participants after signing up.
Cost & RSVP
Pack walks are $10 per dog.
RSVP is required so I know who to expect, but plans change! Last-minute cancellations are okay, and you’re welcome to join at the last minute as long as you contact me first.
What to Bring
Bring your dog’s training collar, a leash that’s comfortable to hold, training treats and poop bags. If any additional equipment is needed for a particular walk, I’ll let you know ahead of time.
Dog’s must be current on Rabies, Distemper and Parvovirus vaccinations.
Upcoming Pack Walks
Saturday, September 5 | 10:30 AM | West Longview.
Wednesday, September 16 | 6:00 PM | Longview
Wednesday, September 23 | 6:00 PM | Kelso
See a Pack Walk you’d like to join? Contact me directly to RSVP. Participation is approved individually based on each dog and handler’s training experience and readiness. Please do not arrive at a Pack Walk unless you have confirmed your attendance with me and received the meeting details.