Register at: simpletix.com/e/leash-skills-reactivity-workshop-tickets-227548
Is your dog friendly and well-mannered, except when on a leash? Do they pull, bark, jump for joy, or get overly excited when people or other animals are nearby?
If this sounds familiar, join us on Saturday, August 23, for a hands-on leash skills workshop with Leslie Hudson, CPDT, certified professional dog trainer and owner of Train Loyal Companions, LLC. This workshop is designed for dogs who have some basic training but struggle with leash manners and impulse control in real-world environments.
In this workshop, you’ll:
✅ Learn how dogs think, communicate, and respond to stimuli
✅ Explore the emotional roots of excited behavior and barrier frustration
✅ Receive hands-on guidance using tools such as clickers, treats, gentle leaders, calming touch, leashes, and harnesses
✅ Discover how to manage, modify, and train using positive reinforcement techniques
✅ Practice leash handling strategies to reduce pulling and frustration on both ends of the leash
Whether your dog lunges toward other dogs or can’t stop pulling toward people, this workshop will help you build better communication and control through kind, reward-based training.
⚠️ Please note: This workshop is not suitable for dogs with a history of aggression or biting.
_________________
DATE & TIME: Saturday, August 23, 9-10 a.m.
LOCATION: MCHA Animal Care Campus (791 S. Fieldstone Blvd, Bloomington, IN 47403)
INSTRUCTOR: Leslie Hudson, CPDT – Train Loyal Companions, LLC
FEE: $25 per participant, includes materials & a goody bag to take home
WHAT TO BRING: All dogs must be on a 4–6 foot standard leash. We can provide one if needed. No retractable leashes, choke chains, prong collars, or shock collars will be permitted in this workshop. Participants are also encouraged to bring their dog’s favorite training treats, if desired.
🗓 Register by August 21 at 11:59 PM to secure your spot! Class size is limited to 15, but we will add a second session if there is enough interest. Register at: simpletix.com/e/leash-skills-reactivity-workshop-tickets-227548
_________________
👟 🐕 Attendees are also encouraged to join us on the following Saturday morning to practice and show off those new leash skills at the August 30 Dog Walking Club! Visit monroehumane.org/upcoming-events for details.
For the safety of all attendees, pets participating in hands-on learning must be non-aggressive and up-to-date on vaccinations. If your pet is aggressive and in need of reactivity training, please contact Leslie at trainloyalcompanions.com for a one-on-one assessment.
Questions? Email us at
bWNoYSB8IG1vbnJvZWh1bWFuZSAhIG9yZw==
You may also like the following events from Monroe County Humane Association:
Also check out other
Workshops in Bloomington.
