For all those out there who think their dog has what it takes to be in the movies, this is for you. Adam Sandler is going to be shooting the movie, “Mangy Dogs” here in New Mexico, and he’s looking for aspiring canine actors. Now I know that none of your dogs are “mangy” but that’s what costumes/makeup are for. Check out their website at http://www.oneheadlightink.
Got stuff you want to get rid of? We’d LOVE to have it! It’s time for the 4th Annual Listening Horse Yard Sale fundraiser!! It’s going to be on Saturday, September 13th, outside the upper arena at the NNMHA (Northern New Mexico Horsemen’s Assoc.) by the bleachers. Any item you think would make some money for Listening Horse would be greatly appreciated as a donation — with the exception of clothes. Clothes are so hard to sell, but something special, unusual or horse related would be terrific!
Please contact me if you can donate to the sale. We can make arrangement for your items to be dropped off or, if helpful, we’re happy to pick things up. Please pass the word to your friends & family. The more wonderful treasures we accumulate, the more money we’ll raise.
Thank you for your on-going support of Listening Horse. The success of the program really comes from having such wonderful people involved.
Best to all,
Laurie
Laurie Seton
Listening Horse Therapeutic Riding
Communications Director
Pleas
e see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings,
and to reserve your spot.
Class is limited to 8 participants
For puppies 8-18 weeks at start of class; first class is orientation without your puppy. For puppies older than 4.5 months, please consider our Real World Manners class.
This fun play-and-learn class for you and your puppy combines on-leash training time and off-leash socialization in a safe and supervised environment. Learn how to read basic body language and discuss common puppy challenges such as nipping, appropriate play, chewing, barking, and jumping. Discussions will include management tips for your puppy’s environment while you are away from home, crate training, bite inhibition, the importance of early socialization, nutrition and more. Through rewards-based techniques, basic manners such as name recognition, sit, down, polite greetings, off, wait, loose leash walking will be introduced. A great way to lay the foundation for you and your pup to develop good habits together! Age appropriate vaccination schedules will be discussed and reviewed at orientation.
Instructor Debra Moody, B.A., ABCDT, CPDT-KA
Fee – $152.00 includes tax *10% discount for shelter/rescue dogs adopted with 90 days prior to start of class – this is a one-time offer.
To register contact Debra at
dmoody28@comcast.net
505-660-9097
Please see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings, and to reserve your spot.
Open to 6 dogs and their handlers.
For dogs 4 months and older; dogs younger than 4 months with permission of instructor; first class is orientation without your dog.
Does walking your four-legged friend feel more like a drag than a walk? This six-week class will concentrate on the best walking management practices so that you and your dog have FUN! Which equipment to use; how to reinforce calm and polite behaviors before and during walks; focus and attention skills when passing people, dogs and other enticing distractions; and how to reward and reinforce your dog’s good leash walking behaviors. Orientation and two sessions will be held inside the training facility to polish our foundation skills. The last three classes will be held at locations around town to practice the skills you learned in class – we will coordinate meet-up times for these practice sessions. Class is not recommended for leash reactive dogs – those who lunge, snap or bark at people or other dogs . Pet guardians must show proof of current vaccinations or titer testing results prior to the first class.
Fee – $152.00 includes tax *10% discount for shelter/rescue dogs adopted with 90 days prior to start of class – this is a one-time offer.
Instructor Debra Moody, B.A., ABCDT, CPDT-KA
To register contact Debra at
dmoody28@comcast.net
505-660-9097
Jessie is a medium size Black Lab female and Bruno a large gold/brown/black Shepherd mix. Jessie is more approachable and Bruno a bit shy but they are both sweet dogs.
Please call Nancy at 505-82-4067 or Kathy at 505-501-2961
REWARD!!!!!,
Please see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings,
and to reserve your spot.
Our Basic Obedience & Companionship course will give you the fundamental skills you need for a well-mannered dog, whether you have just acquired a new dog or are in need of a refresher. In addition to basic skills such as leash walking, come when called, sit, down, and learning a positive correction for undesirable behaviors, you will also learn how to build your relationship with and gain influence over your dog. Learning “how to read” your dog’s body language will help to create balance and harmony in the household. Classes are available for dogs 4 months and older. Class is limited to 6 dogs and their handlers.
10% discount for shelter/rescue dogs adopted within 90 days prior to start date of class – this is a one-time offer.
$180. + tax
Instructor: Connie Dillon, CPDT, KA
To register, contact Connie at
Please see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings,
and to reserve your spot.
Open to 6 dogs and their handlers.
For dogs 4 months and older; dogs younger than 4 months with permission of instructor; first class is orientation without your dog.
Real world manners offers you all the essentials to get your training started on the right paw with your dog! Utilizing the lure-and-reward method, you and your dog will learn how to apply behaviors such as sit, down, wait/stay, leave it, focus/watch, go to your mat, and loose leash walking into your daily lives. Real life set-ups such as a cafe environment; a comfy living room; or guests knocking on the door; will give you the tools to respond when you’re out there in the real world with your dog. Recognize how to prevent and manage behaviors such as jumping up on guests, leash reactivity, destructive chewing, counter surfing, and excessive barking to name a few. Learn what motivates your dog and how to use it to train for the behaviors you want. This fun, on-leash class is for dogs with no previous training experience or for dogs needing a real world manners refresher. Pet guardians must show proof of current vaccinations or titer testing results prior to the first class.
$152 (includes tax)
10% discount for shelter/rescue dogs adopted within 90 days prior to start date of class – this is a one-time offer.
Please see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings,
and to reserve your spot.
(Second class in the series)
This is the next class in the series, where the first target odor is introduced. Dogs will begin searching in various types of luggage and containers, interiors,m outdoor searches, and vehicles will be introduced. This six week class builds upon foundation concepts introduced in the introductory class.
$70.00 + tax
Erny Isabelle, ANWI
Please see our Calendar for current and upcoming class offerings, and to reserve your spot.
This class expands the dog’s experience in new search areas such as business parks, interior spaces, vehicle searches, and new types of containers. Handlers are taught how to strategize in new search areas and how to work “blind” hides. Handlers are taught how odor moves in different weather conditions, against buildings, in foliage, allowing the handler to begin to anticipate how to manage their dog in new search areas.
$70.00 + tax
Erny Isabell, ANWI