This is a seminar for knowledgeable, serious trainers (need not be professional) who have a strong working knowledge of learning theory, positive training methodology, and who are familiar with Suzanne’s approach.

PREREQUISITES

1. You must have attended at least one 2-day seminar with Suzanne, and be familiar with her Relationship Based Training approach. Please don't waste our time or yours asking to be the exception. Just find a 2 day and attend!
   Attendance is a prerequisite but does not guarantee acceptance. 
2. Everyone must fill out this application form
   Acceptance/rejection by Suzanne Clothier of any application is final.
3. REQUIRED READING prior to the workshop:
       Bones Would Rain from the Sky by Suzanne Clothier
      A View from the Oak by Kohl (available thru Amazon & Canine Chaos)
      Life Lessons from a Ranch Horse by Mark Rashid.
4. ALSO REQUIRED - A sense of humor!

This intensive trainers' workshop is designed for active trainers who want to learn more about Suzanne Clothier's Relationship Based Approach to training and the dog/human relationship. This is NOT a beginner's seminar. A good foundation in training principles, dog behavior and learning theory is assumed for all participants. This is for serious trainers, though you do not need to be a professional. STRICTLY LIMITED TO 30 ATTENDEES

This workshop fills quickly. The specific focus is shaped in part by the attendees present, by the dogs present and by anything new & fascinating from Suzanne's mind.

This workshop will cover some or all of the following:

A holistic approach to the dog - body, mind & soul, with an emphasis on understanding & reading canine body language through live observation & video

	Assessing & understanding the physical dog, particularly as it affects performance & behavior - note:  one full day will be spent on the physical dog.
	Foundation of relationships - unraveling the problems presented to find the underlying problems that need to be addressed
	Deepening Your Toolbox - exploration of various approaches, techniques & training tools
	Using the 10 Keys and "bottom up" thinking to get the information you need to help resolve problems
	"Umwelt" - understanding life from the dog's perspective
	Aggression - understanding & dealing with it
	Hands-on Work with problem dogs
	Effective but non-confrontational techniques for dealing with problem behavior
	Keeping the soul in training: how do you blend spirituality and learning theory in a meaningful way? Learning to trust your "guts" and really listen with your whole being to the dog.
	Lots more . . . you will laugh a lot, learn a lot, maybe even cry a bit, eat like a piggy, and meet some of the best folks on the planet!

Who Should NOT Attend? We strongly discourage the following:

	Rigid, linear thinkers who want a tidy schedule of what will happen when and outlines for all sessions
	Jargon lovers who want to label everything or OC purists who live in the 4 quadrants
	Punitive trainers
	People without a sense of humor
	Folks who want recipes (except for what we serve at meals - we'll share those!)

DOGS AT THE SEMINAR
Participants may bring a dog; dogs with problems are welcome (provided they have not seriously injured any human or another dog). However, you do NOT need to attend with a dog to benefit, and in many ways, being without a dog is easier. Do you have a dog/case study to present at the seminar.  Fill out this form and email it to us for consideration.

Please note that due to space limitations only dogs that are going to be worked with may be in the seminar room. There is limited crating space adjacent to the seminar room.

COST     $850.00 CAD
You'll be fed & watered in style, with  lunch, snacks & beverages included,
plus group dinner on Saturday evening.
Also included - workbook, certificate of attendance & Canine Chaos goody bag.

SCHEDULE
   Thursday     9:00am-5:00pm
   Friday         9:00am-5:00pm
   Saturday     9:00am-9ish pm (networking dinner included)
   Sunday       9:00am-4:00ish pm

SAR SCHOLARSHIP
Since this workshop is strictly limited in size, only ONE SAR scholarship will be available. Please apply early on your SAR group's letterhead as it will be first come, first served for the Sterling Gillis Memorial Scholarship.

REFUND POLICY
If your application is not approved you will receive full reimbursement.
Refunds will be provided only if we can fill the vacancy from the waiting list.
Workshop spots are non-transferable - if you can't make it let us know and we'll try to fill it from our wait list [you can't sell your spot to a friend].

        Let us know if you have any questions!

        Suzanne Clothier's website is www.flyingdogpress.com