Paws & People Training

2011 Workshops


Nutrition & Behavior

January 6th Thursday 6:30-7:45 - Bozeman Public Library Community Series

Nutrition directly affects the way our dogs behave, and our dogs behavior can directly affect our households. The first step in taking fire out of some behaviors is to look at the nutrition your dog is getting first and foremost. Come and share in the discussion on what is biologically appropriate nutrition for a canine, what to look for in marketing and labels, how is kibble processed, making your own verses pre made, and more. 

Nancy Tanner, Vicky Whitney a raw feeder and proponent of biologically appropriate diets, Libby Mock of Bridger Feeds, and Dr. Jane Mittelsteadt TCVM will be leading this discussion and have handouts and information on hand.



I was born to do... -

February 17th Thursday6:30-7:45  Bozeman Public Library Community Series

Choosing the right breed for you and/or your family is the first step in successful ownership. A fun  look at various breeds and what they were bred to do, how they are adapting into 'family pet' life, and what owners should be prepared for if they choose to own certain breeds. Fun discussion with slide show


9-12noon - Freestyle for Fun

1-5pm - Advanced Freestyle Contact Joni Wissinger for registration information approved for CCPDT 7 CEU's


March 6th - Freestyle Workshop- Helena Montana

Focus, who me? -

March 10th Thursday 6:30 - 7:45pm Bozeman Public Library Community Series .

This was our first all day workshop over 6 years ago, and to date, our most popular! This will be a 1 hour condensed version in regards to what handlers need to do in order to build the focus they desire with their dogs.

Going South, and quickly! 



April 7th Thursday 6:30-7:45pm  - Bozeman Public Library Community Series.

When something has gone terribly wrong between you and your dog, whether in training, in the home environment, while out on a trail, with children, while playing with other dogs, etc ... This will focus on the basic s of getting things back on track,  making a plan,  the basics of modifying a behavior



April 9th- MDSA Freestyle LIVE Titling Event Baltimore Maryland, Judge Nancy Tanner - Contact Linda Grskovich for more information



April 10th - Cross Training Workshop - building focus and motivation while exploring training from multiple sporting venues.  - Baltimore Maryland - Contact Linda Grskovich  approved for CCPDT 6 CEU's



April 28th - MSU Libraries Distinctive Dialogues -

Nancy Tanner, table host for 'OUR DOGS TODAY'

Do our dogs today differ from those of our childhood? What are the pro’s  & con’s of the dog park revolution, how is this changing the way we view our dogs? Is training really necessary, how is it beneficial for the dog?  Are people getting the  right dog for the right reasons or is the popularity of certain breeds and ‘rescues’ causing more harm than good?  Should breeders be accountable for what they produce, both in health and temperament? Fun, fast paced and information packed! Contact Pam Schulz for more information and reservations

approved for CCPDT 3 CEU's



Back Country Hiking with you and your dog - 

May 12th Thursday 6:30-7:45pm  Bozeman Public Library Community Series

Nancy Tanner, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and avid back country hiker will lead a discussion on; canine trail etiquette, multi use trails and right of ways, training before you ever hit the trail with your canine companion, trapping and dog safety, what to carry with you, and wilderness first aid for your dog. A great experience in the back country with your dog starts with good information! This will be fun, fast paced and information packed.



June 16th Thursday 6:30-7:45pm
Bozeman Public Library FREE Community series.
Puppies are not puppies for very long, but during that very short time frame what they learn and how they learn it sets the stage for the adult dog they will grow into…  We specialize in puppies, the stages of canine development, testing litters, relationship work, kind considerate socialization, and teaching new behaviors.  I believe everyone should enjoy their new puppy while teaching life long coping skills, but it is also important for owners to learn a lot about their puppies too! Once a behavior is learned, desirable or undesirable, it cannot be
‘unlearned’ so understanding good management and structure is imperative.  Bring your questions!



July 16th -  Missoula Montana - Freestyle for Fun - Contact Sarah Spencer Hall for more information and registration. approved for CCPDT 6 CEU's


July 30-31st - Boise Idaho - Freestyle & Beyond!  For information contact Mary Hunter at Dogs A' Flying  Registration Form / Flyer This workshop will be filmed by Tawzer Productions and be available to purchase on DVD.  Working spots FULL, 5 Auditing spots available.

approved for CCPDT 7 CEU's



August 13th - Kalispell Montana - Freestyle for Fun! Click Here for Flyer

Contact Gretchen Finch

approved CCPDT 8 CEU's


August 14th - Helena Montana - Lewis & Clark Humane Society - History of Aromatherapy, how dogs process scent, why is it so effective. The Lewis & Clark Shelter will be participating in a trial test with Paws & People Room Mists. For more info contact Tom Kandt


December 10-11th - Red Lodge Montana - Treibball - WOOP! this new sport is going viral through the dog training world, and there is a reason for it... It's not only fun, really fun, but it creates an amazingly strong team.
Let's Get Started and Pushing On
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