In recent years\, there has been expl
osion in people practicing EFT (also known as &ldquo\;emotional freedom te
chnique&rdquo\;or &ldquo\;tapping&rdquo\;)\, and with good reason. Tapping
is a simple technique people can use. By applying pressure to acupressure
points to remove emotional blocks to financial security\, weight loss\, r
elationship success\, pain management\, and more. Did you know that you ca
n also use EFT to help relieve your dog&rsquo\;s anxiety and stress? In th
is hands-on informational workshop\, you&rsquo\;ll learn some basics about
EFT\, how it can work for your dog\, and apply what you&rsquo\;ve learned
on your dog.
Register \;with giffydog@gmail.com. \; \;Call 651 59
2 1264 for more info.
Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun challenges in a rewarding environment--things as simple as walking aro und obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\ , and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly con fident! This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the second in our New Begi nnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor app roval or ½\; hour private consult needed to take the class without l evel one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings classes are a combination of acti vities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs pe r trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:2441 Ventura Dr\, Woodbury\, 55125 UID:20130207T0241000Z-469794-3@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130126T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130126T111500 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1: Building a healthy bond with your dog (1/26-2/16) DESCRIPTION:Whether your dog came to you through rescue or has simply devel oped some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect with yo ur dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with one ano ther. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with o ther people and dogs. We’ll also troubleshoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the first in our New Beginnings series fo r shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. New Beginnings classes are a c ombination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no m ore than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attentio n. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com \, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Cl
ass sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can giv
e you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail
.com\, or call 651 592 1264 \;for questions.
\; \;
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:2441 Ventura Drive\, Woodbury\, 55125 UID:20130128T2238420Z-469794-7@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130202T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130202T121500 SUMMARY:NB 1: Wk 4 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20130216;BYDAY=SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130202T111500 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130209T111500 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130216T111500 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:2441 Ventura Dr\, Woodbury\, 55125 UID:20130128T2142330Z-469794-8@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130223T100000 SUMMARY:FREE! Essential Oils & Dogs DESCRIPTION:This one-hour session is available for free to anyone intereste d in learning more about essential oils and their applications with dogs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This one-hour session is available for free to anyone interested in learning more about essential oils and their appl ications with dogs.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130207T0226470Z-469794-11@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130126T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130126T163000 SUMMARY:EFT Study Group (private) RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20130531;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=SA DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, 55103 UID:20130129T0050280Z-469794-12@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130205T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130205T201500 SUMMARY:FULL New Beginnings 2: Confidence-building (2/5-3/5) DESCRIPTION:Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun ch allenges in a rewarding environment--things as simple as walking around ob structions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obstac les\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confident ! This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor approval or ½ hour private consult needed to take the class without level one. Ne w Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give y ou lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class Regis ter with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun challenges in a rewarding environment--things as simple as walking aro und obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\ , and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly con fident! This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the second in our New Begi nnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor app roval or ½\; hour private consult needed to take the class without l evel one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings classes are a combination of acti
vities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs pe
r trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is
NOT an obedience class
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. &
nbsp\; \;
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and
discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\,
so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obed
ience class. \;
NO CLASS 1/27
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592
1264 for information. \; \; \;
\; \;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more! \;
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span style='font-size: small\;'> Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of
inclement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
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Register with <
a href='mailto:giffydog@gmail.com'>giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 59
2 1264.
Cost: $40 for 1st visit\, $20 thereafter. \; \;
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Join other dogs and dog lovers to burn off
steam with \;an off-leash romp at the Metodome
Cost:&
nbsp\;1 person &\; \;2 dogs OR
2 people &\; \;1 dog = $5.00\,
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bsp\; \; \; \; \;2 people &\; \;2 dogs = $10.00
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Metrodome\, Minneapolis UID:20130129T0033410Z-469794-20@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130216T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130216T123000 SUMMARY:NEW! New Beginnings 3: Creating challenges for your dog (2/16-3/9) DESCRIPTION:Due to interest in continuing the New Beginnings curriculum\, w e are now offering a challenges course to help you build on your strong fo undation with your dog. Filled with challenges to simultaneously help you build upon your relationships while impressing your friends\, this class i s ideal for New Beginnings dogs (and people) who'd like to continue with u s and supplements obedience training nicely. This 4-week course (1 hour pe r week) is the third in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserv ed\, reactive\, or rescued dogs. Instructor approval or ½ hour private con sult needed to take the class without level one. New Beginnings classes a re a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, wit h no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal at tention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gma il.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Due to interest in continuing the New Begin
nings curriculum\, we are now \;offering a challenges course \;to
help you build on your strong foundation with your dog. Filled with challe
nges to simultaneously help you build \;upon your relationships while
impressing your friends\, this class is ideal for New Beginnings dogs (and
people) who'd like to continue with us and \;supplements obedience tr
aining nicely.
This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the&nbs
p\;third in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, reactiv
e\, or rescued dogs. Instructor approval or ½\; hour private consult
needed to take the class without level one. \;
New Beginnings classes a
re a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, wit
h no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal at
tention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class.
Register wi th giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 65 1 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:AllBreed\, 2441 Ventura Dr\, Woodbury\, 55125 UID:20130129T0151320Z-469794-21@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130223T110000 SUMMARY:Doggie Prodigy @ Carver Lake Vet Clinic DESCRIPTION:Stop by for microchipping and to try out great\, interactive to ys. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Stop by for microchipping and to try out gr eat\, interactive toys.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:2201 Ventura Dr\, Woodbury\, 55125 UID:20130129T0042490Z-469794-22@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130224T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130224T173000 SUMMARY:Spa Day: $5 nail trimming! DESCRIPTION:The cheapest nail clipping around--plus your dog will get to pl ay with toys before and/or after the clipping to reduce stress. Appointmen ts preferred. Sign up for a slot with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 with questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The cheapest nail clipping around--plus you
r dog will get to play with toys before and/or after the clipping to reduc
e stress. Appointments preferred.
Sign up for a slot with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264 with \;questions. \; \;
$40
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
for details. \; \;
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activitie
s and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per tra
iner\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT a
n obedience class.
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 \;for questi
ons.
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discus
sion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we
can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience
class.
A practice run at our Socialization class\,
this combination activity-observation session will provide a unique oppor
tunity for you and your dog to work in various environments with other dog
s and people present. During this session\, dogs will interact with one an
other beginning with a controlled environment. Over time\, we&rsquo\;ll pr
actice working with various dogs in the ring together. Meanwhile\, you&rsq
uo\;ll become increasingly aware of the complex ways in which dogs interac
t with one another and what to watch for when you&rsquo\;re out and about.
Although this course is not part of the New Beginnings curriculum\, to en
sure that dogs are well-suited to work with one another\, we recommend tha
t you take one (or both) of the New Beginnings courses\, obtain instructor
approval\, or complete a ½\; hour private consultation before regis
tering (2 hours\; limited space available)
Register with giffydog@gmail.com \;or call 651 592
1264 for information.
Join Debra Schneider for 1/2 hour readings
with your dog.
Schedule appointments \;with \;giffydog@gmail.com. \;
Join us for a free 1-hour conversation with
Beth Popalisky\, Tellington Touch practitioner\, to learn more about what
t-touch is\, how it works\, and whether it might be useful for your dog.<
br />
Register with giffydog@gmai
l.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
\;Appoinments preferred: Contact giff
ydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 to reserve your space.
\; \;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more! \;
<
span style='font-size: small\;'> Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of
inclement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\;
Register with <
a href='mailto:giffydog@gmail.com'>giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 59
2 1264.
Cost: $40 for 1st visit\, $20 thereafter. \; \;
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Do you ever find yourself in conversations
with your dogs\, asking them how they feel or what they want to do? If so\
, this class is for you. This 3 week \;(6-hour) \;workshop with na
tionally known psychic\, Vonne Jonsson\, will provide you with a foundatio
n to animal communication\, and by the last session\, you won't have to gu
ess what your dogs want\; you'll know. \;
Well-mannered\, s
ocialized dogs are welcome (no more than 1 per person). \; \;
Class size limited to 10\, so reserve your seat today. \;
Register with \;giffydog@
gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 with questions.
\; \;&
nbsp\; \; \; \;
Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun challenges in a rewarding environment--things as s imple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing ga mes\, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will bec ome increasingly confident!This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the sec ond in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued d ogs. Instructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to take the class without level one. \; \;
\nNew Beginn
ings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes a
re small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots
of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gma
il.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. \;
Together\, we will help you and your dog ex plore small\, fun challenges in a rewarding environment--things as simple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to us e a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become in creasingly confident!This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. I nstructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to take the cl ass without level one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings classes are a
combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no
more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attenti
on. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;
Register with
\;giffydog@gmail.com\, or cal
l 651 592 1264 for information. \;
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and
discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\,
so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obed
ience class.
Register with giffyd
og@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Book your 1/2-1 hour appointment early to m eet with \;animal \;and human \;communicator\, Renee Parcheta. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul UID:20130501T0233300Z-469794-96@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130330T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130330T123000 SUMMARY:NB1: Wk 4 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20130413;BYDAY=SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130330T113000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130406T113000 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:AllBreed Obedience\, 2441 Ventura Drive\, Woodbury UID:20130325T2214540Z-469794-97@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130406T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130406T123000 SUMMARY:NB1: Wk 3 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:AllBreed Obedience\, 2441 Ventura Drive\, Woodbury UID:20130325T2212450Z-469794-98@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130414T190000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1: Building a healthy bond with your dog (4/14-5/5) DESCRIPTION:Whether your dog came to you through rescue or has simply devel oped some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect with yo ur dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with one ano ther. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with o ther people and dogs. We’ll also troubleshoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the first in our New Beginnings series fo r shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. New Beginnings classes are a c ombination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no m ore than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attentio n. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com \, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activit
ies and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per t
rainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activit
ies and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per t
rainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activit
ies and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per t
rainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
\;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264.
Cost: $40 for 1st visit\, $20 thereafter. \; \;&nbs
p\; \;
Join us for a free 1-hour conversation with
Beth Popalisky\, Tellington Touch practitioner\, to learn more about what
t-touch is\, how it works\, and whether it might be useful for your dog.<
br />
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130501T0237340Z-469794-111@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130504T140000 SUMMARY:Third Annual No-Kill Walk for the Animals DESCRIPTION:A great opportunity to get out and enjoy the spring weather and help raise money for Minnesota no-kill animal rescues! We'll have knowle dgeable trainers\, information about classes and seminars\, coupons\, and items available for sale. Why not walk to support animals and stop by to v isit us? Details: https://www.facebook.com/nokillwalkfortheanimals Fly er: https://docs.com/RM0A?doc_text=1 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:A great opportunity to get out and enjoy th
e spring weather and help raise money for Minnesota no-kill anima
l rescues! \;
We'll have \;knowledgeable trainers\, inf
ormation about classes and seminars\, coupons\, and items available for sa
le. \;Why not walk to support animals and stop by to visit us?
\;
Details: https://www.facebook.com/nokillwalkfortheanimals
\;<
br />Flyer: https://docs.com/RM
0A?doc_text=1
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activi
ties and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per
trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NO
T an obedience class.
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more! \;
<
span style='font-size: small\;'> Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of
inclement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\;
Register with <
a href='mailto:giffydog@gmail.com'>giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 59
2 1264.
Cost: $40 for 1st visit\, $20 thereafter. \; \;
\; \; \;
\; \; \;
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br />
\; \;
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activit
ies and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per t
rainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more! \;
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2 1264.
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130412T2206250Z-469794-124@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130516T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130516T193000 SUMMARY:NB1: Wk 4 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130413T0239380Z-469794-125@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130622T100000 SUMMARY:Tapping with Your Dog\, 1st Session FREE! DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, there has been explosion in people practicing EFT (also known as “emotional freedom technique”or “tapping”)\, and with good reason. Tapping is a simple technique people can use. By applying pre ssure to acupressure points to remove emotional blocks to financial securi ty\, weight loss\, relationship success\, pain management\, and more. Did you know that you can also use EFT to help relieve your dog’s anxiety and stress? In this 2-hour hands-on informational workshop\, you’ll learn some basics about EFT and how it can work for your dog\, and during the second half of the workshop you’ll apply what you’ve learned on your dog. Regist er with giffydog@gmail.com. Call 651 592 1264 for more info. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In recent years\, there has been expl
osion in people practicing EFT (also known as &ldquo\;emotional freedom te
chnique&rdquo\;or &ldquo\;tapping&rdquo\;)\, and with good reason. Tapping
is a simple technique people can use. By applying pressure to acupressure
points to remove emotional blocks to financial security\, weight loss\, r
elationship success\, pain management\, and more. Did you know that you ca
n also use EFT to help relieve your dog&rsquo\;s anxiety and stress? In th
is 2-hour hands-on informational workshop\, you&rsquo\;ll learn some basic
s about EFT and how it can work for your dog\, and during the second half
of the workshop you&rsquo\;ll apply what you&rsquo\;ve learned on your dog
.
Register \;with giffydog@gmail.com. \; \;Call 651 592 1264 for m
ore info.
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs.
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activit
ies and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per t
rainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Together\, we will help you and your dog ex plore small\, fun challenges in a rewarding environment--things as simple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to us e a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become in creasingly confident!This 4-week course (1 hour per week) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. I nstructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to take the cl ass without level one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings classes are a
combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no
more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attenti
on. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;
Register with
\;giffydog@gmail.com\, or cal
l 651 592 1264 for information. \;
Designed for people who have attend ed the beginner and intermediate sessions\, and/or those who work in related fields\, this facilitated st udy group covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing.
\n< p>Topics will be vary for each session.\nThis group is for humans.
Beginning and intermediate attendees welcome\, but content is gear
ed toward advanced skill levels. Time will not be spent explaining beginni
ng and intermediate principles.
Cost: $20/month (in cluding access to intermediate and advanced study sessions)
\nRegist er with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131120T0417330Z-469794-155@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T173000 SUMMARY:Out & About RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131231;BYDAY=1SU,3SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130616T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130804T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131006T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131020T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131201T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131215T153000 DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distr acted by other dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'b ad mannered' dog in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your d og when s/he encounters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can enjoy your walks a bit more! Note: Class will be canc elled in cases of inclement weather\, and students who have registered wil l be notified. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264.
\;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264.
Appo
inments preferred: Contact aimee827
8@yahoo.com\,
or call 651 491 5515 to reserve your space.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140107T0322590Z-469794-158@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130427T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130427T100000 SUMMARY:Tapping with your dog\, 1st session FREE! RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20130525;BYDAY=4SA DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, there has been explosion in people practicing EFT (also known as “emotional freedom technique”or “tapping”)\, and with good reason. Tapping is a simple technique people can use. By applying pre ssure to acupressure points to remove emotional blocks to financial securi ty\, weight loss\, relationship success\, pain management\, and more. Did you know that you can also use EFT to help relieve your dog’s anxiety and stress? In this hands-on informational workshop\, you’ll learn some basics about EFT\, how it can work for your dog\, and apply what you’ve learned on your dog. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. Call 651 592 1264 for more info. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In recent years\, there has been expl
osion in people practicing EFT (also known as &ldquo\;emotional freedom te
chnique&rdquo\;or &ldquo\;tapping&rdquo\;)\, and with good reason. Tapping
is a simple technique people can use. By applying pressure to acupressure
points to remove emotional blocks to financial security\, weight loss\, r
elationship success\, pain management\, and more. Did you know that you ca
n also use EFT to help relieve your dog&rsquo\;s anxiety and stress? In th
is hands-on informational workshop\, you&rsquo\;ll learn some basics about
EFT\, how it can work for your dog\, and apply what you&rsquo\;ve learned
on your dog.
Register \;with giffydog@gmail.com. \; \;Call 651 59
2 1264 for more info.
Well-known psychic medium\, Vonne Jonsson w ill be offering 30 minute readings. Schedule yours today!
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130617T2046140Z-469794-160@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130608T110000 SUMMARY:Essential Oils and Dogs DESCRIPTION:Sabrina Stoven will be on hand for this free 1-hour seminar to talk about using essential oils for dogs. Topics will cover how to apply o ils and using them for bugs\, anxiety\, and muscles. Register with giffyd og.blogspot.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sabrina Stoven will be on hand for this fre e 1-hour seminar to talk about using essential oils for dogs. Topics will cover how to apply oils and using them for bugs\, anxiety\, and muscles.&n bsp\;
\nRegister with giffydog.blogspot.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130512T1643120Z-469794-161@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130519T150000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1: Building a healthy bond with your small dog (5/19 -6/2) RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20130602;BYDAY=SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130526T130000 DESCRIPTION:Compressed session! Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wil l help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confide ntly interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour pe r meeting)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We’ll also troublesh oot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs . New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. C lass sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can gi ve you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through
rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wi
ll help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confid
ently interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour p
er meeting)\, you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more atte
ntive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\,
and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll
also troubleshoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour cour
se is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\,
or rescued dogs.
New Beginnings classes are a combinati
on of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than
3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\
, this is NOT an obedience class.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for q
uestions.
We'll be at Greyfest this year at the dairy building of the State F airgrounds from 10:00-3:00. We'll be outside the dairy building and would love to share our new products with you and chat with you about our curric ulum and consults.
\nPlease join us there!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Empire Commons building (aka dairy building)\, minnesota state fai rgrounds. UID:20130602T1452390Z-469794-164@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130630T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130630T150000 SUMMARY:Seminar: Reading your dog's body language DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how to interpret your dog's body languag e? If so\, this is the class for you. We'll discuss common cues you can lo ok at when interpreting your dog's body language. Then we'll look at a ser ies of images and videos of dogs to interpret what their body language may indicate. A great introductory session for anyone who has a dog. Contact giffydog@gmail.com to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you ever wondered how to interpret your dog's body language? If so\, this is the class for you. We'll discuss common cues you can look at when interpreting your dog's bo dy language. Then we'll look at a series of images and videos of dogs to i nterpret what their body language may indicate.
\nA great introducto ry session for anyone who has a dog.
\nContact giffydog@gmail.com to register.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130628T1642290Z-469794-166@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T140000 SUMMARY:NEW! Socialization RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20130707;BYDAY=1SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130707T120000 DESCRIPTION:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out & A bout class\, you will work with your dog in the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\ , and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely part icipate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to s omething fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled
after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your dog in
the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, h
ow to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begi
ns to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play beh
avior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe
\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If you
r dog isn't able to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on
helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
Do you work with a rescue group\, or have y
ou simply wondered how to assess the temperament of dogs at animal control
? This 2-hour workshop will cover fundamentals of assessing temperament\,
such as when and how to assess\, how to proceed when \;various behavio
rs/conditions are exhibited (i.e.\, medical concerns\, cowering at back of
cage\, growling\, etc.)\, and when is testing ina
ppropriate\, how to \;work with results\, and providing follow up supp
ort to fosters/adopters. \;
For the last portion of this wo
rkshop\, we'll assess actual dogs as a group. To book a spot for individua
ls or your rescue group\, please contact giffydog@gmail.com \;
Contact Giffydog@gmail.com to register.&nbs p\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130621T0205190Z-469794-170@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130714T140000 SUMMARY:Tellington TTouch Training Workshop for Companion Animals DESCRIPTION:Learn to help your pet relax and settle while enhancing your re lationship. Tellington TTouch® is a unique and positive way of influencin g and changing your animal's unwanted behaviours such as leash pulling\, separation anxiety\, fear of thunder/loud noises and more. It can also he lp relieve the discomfort of aging\, assist in recovery from injury or ill ness. Instructor\, Beth Popalisky\, is a certified Tellington TTouch® pra ctitioner. To register and begin learning this transformational technique\ , contact Beth Popalisky at chulapop@hotmail.com\, or call 612 824 8555. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Learn to help your pet relax and settle while en hancing your relationship. \; Tellington TTouch®\; is a unique and positive way of influencing and changing your animal's \; unwanted beh aviours such as leash pulling\, separation anxiety\, fear of thunder/loud noises and more. \; It can also help relieve the discomfort of aging\, assist in recovery from injury or illness. \; Instructor\, Beth Popal isky\, is a certified Tellington TTouch®\; practitioner.
\nTo r egister and begin learning this transformational technique\, contact Beth Popalisky at chulapop@hotmail.com\, or call 612 824 8555.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20130627T0050080Z-469794-171@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130629T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130629T170000 SUMMARY:Booth: Pet-A-Palooza (Urban Dog) DESCRIPTION:Join us at Pet-A-Palooza where we'll be visiting the fabulous C athy Menard of Urban Dog to celebrate pets\, summer\, rescues. There will be a ton to do\, and we'll be on hand to answer your dog training question s! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us at Pet-A-Palooza where we'll be vis iting the fabulous Cathy Menard of Urban Dog to celebrate pets\, summer\, rescues. There will be a ton to do\, and we'll be on hand to answer your d og training questions!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:State Fairgrounds UID:20130621T0219160Z-469794-172@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130720T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130720T150000 SUMMARY:Readings for you and your dog with Deb Schneider & Renee Parcheta DESCRIPTION:Book your 1/2-1 hour appointment early to meet with animal and human communicators Deb Schneider and Renee Parcheta for 2-person readings . Deb and Renee don't do this often\; join us for this great opportunity! Register with giffydog@gmail.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Book your 1/2-1 hour appointment early to meet with \;ani mal \;and human \;communicators Deb Schneider and Renee Parcheta f or 2-person readings. Deb and Renee don't do this often\; join us for this great opportunity! \;
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130621T1636400Z-469794-173@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130707T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130707T203000 SUMMARY:Socialization DESCRIPTION:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out & A bout class\, you will work with your dog in the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\ , and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely part icipate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to s omething fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled
after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your dog in
the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, h
ow to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begi
ns to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play beh
avior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe
\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If you
r dog isn't able to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on
helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this first class in
our New Beginnins series will help you connect with your dog by teaching y
ou how to calmly and confidently interact with one another. Throughout the
4-session course (1 hour each session)\, you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motiv
ate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it
wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other p
eople and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot challenges unique to you an
d your dog. This 4-week course is the first in our New Beginnings series f
or shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs.
New Beginnings c
lasses are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are sma
ll\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of per
sonal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Because this is an
open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which allo
ws you flexibility for your schedule.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 f
or questions.
It is always nice to be prepared for an eme rgency before one arises. \; This training will give participants hand s-on experience performing CPR and the Heimlich maneuver on dogs. \; W e will also discuss common summertime injuries and medical conditions and how to provide quick and easy first aid.
\nFor more information or t o register\, email contact@athomepetcareandtraining.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130628T1642010Z-469794-176@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130623T140000 SUMMARY:Socialization DESCRIPTION:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out & A bout class\, you will work with your dog in the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\ , and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely part icipate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to s omething fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled
after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your dog in
the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, h
ow to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begi
ns to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play beh
avior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe
\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If you
r dog isn't able to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on
helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
Learn to connect with your psychic energy a
nd do basic readings on yourself\, your dog\, and classmates in this 3-hou
r workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and psychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. \;
To regi ster\, call 612 296 0016.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130628T2004210Z-469794-178@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130811T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130811T173000 SUMMARY:Socialization RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131230;BYDAY=2SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130908T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131013T153000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131208T153000 DESCRIPTION:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out & A bout class\, you will work with your dog in the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\ , and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely part icipate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to s omething fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this 2-hour workshop\, modeled
after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your dog in
the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body language\, h
ow to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another dog begi
ns to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play beh
avior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe
\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If you
r dog isn't able to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on
helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
Do you find yourself staying home because y ou don't want the dog to distract your neighbors? Have you ever used duct tape on a kennel to repair the damage your dog did to its kennel in a mome nt of panic? Do you bring your dog with you on errands and leave the car i dling to keep the dog cool while you sprint into the store?
\nMost o f our dogs don't like it when we leave\, but dealing with dogs that have s eparation anxiety is a whole different matter. They injure themselves brea king out of anything that confines them\, bark obsessively\, leave puddles of drool in their kennels. This session targets dogs that are likely to i njure themselves or irritate the neighbors because they escalate when thei r people leave.
\nIf you see yourself in this description\, you and your dog won't want to miss this class.
\n
Register or ask ques
tions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\;
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130722T1855000Z-469794-181@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130825T200000 SUMMARY:Special Session: Dealing with separation anxiety RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131229;BYDAY=4SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131124T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131222T180000 DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself staying home because you don't want the do g to distract your neighbors? Have you ever used duct tape on a kennel to repair the damage your dog did to its kennel in a moment of panic? Do you bring your dog with you on errands and leave the car idling to keep the do g cool while you sprint into the store? Most of our dogs don't like it whe n we leave\, but dealing with dogs that have separation anxiety is a whole different matter. They injure themselves breaking out of anything that co nfines them\, bark obsessively\, leave puddles of drool in their kennels. This session targets dogs that are likely to injure themselves or irritate the neighbors because they escalate when their people leave. If you see y ourself in this description\, you and your dog won't want to miss this cla ss. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Do you find yourself staying home because y ou don't want the dog to distract your neighbors? Have you ever used duct tape on a kennel to repair the damage your dog did to its kennel in a mome nt of panic? Do you bring your dog with you on errands and leave the car i dling to keep the dog cool while you sprint into the store?
\nMost o f our dogs don't like it when we leave\, but dealing with dogs that have s eparation anxiety is a whole different matter. They injure themselves brea king out of anything that confines them\, bark obsessively\, leave puddles of drool in their kennels. This session targets dogs that are likely to i njure themselves or irritate the neighbors because they escalate when thei r people leave.
\nIf you see yourself in this description\, you and your dog won't want to miss this class.
\n
Register or ask ques
tions at giffydog@gmail.com.
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130828T0110460Z-469794-185@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130804T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130804T173000 SUMMARY:Out & About (2nd hour only for returning students) DESCRIPTION:This workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted b y other dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mann ered' dog in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he encounters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog rel ax so you can enjoy your walks a bit more! Note: Class will be cancelled i n cases of inclement weather\, and students who have registered will be no tified. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This
workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other dogs an
d people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' dog in mi
nd\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he encounter
s distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can e
njoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of inclement w
eather\, and students who have registered will be notified. \;
\;
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 126
4.
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Join us in front of Grand Ole Creamery (Booth 31\, 750 Grand Avenue) to chat a bout classes\, get free mini consults\, and enjoy a fabulous day out with other dog-minded folk.
\nWe'd love to see you!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:750 Grand Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN UID:20130731T0126340Z-469794-187@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130814T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130814T203000 SUMMARY:Intro to essential oils DESCRIPTION:In this 1 1/2 hour session\, doTerra representative\, Sabrina S toven will introduce you to essential oils and explain how they can bring health\, balance\, and wellness into your life. To register\, text or call Sabrina Stoven @ 651 428 1036. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this 1 1/2 hour session\, doTerra repres entative\, Sabrina Stoven will introduce you to essential oils and explain how they can bring health\, balance\, and wellness into your life.
\n< p>In this 1 1/2 workshop\, doTerra representa tive Sabrina Stoven will show you how to use essential oils to guard your dog against parasites and ticks\, relieve your dog's anxieties\, and impro ve his/her wellness
\nTo register\, text or call Sabrina Stoven @ 65 1 428 1036
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130731T0215400Z-469794-189@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130818T200000 SUMMARY:Special Session: Dealing with undersocialized dogs RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131215;BYDAY=2SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131110T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131208T180000 DESCRIPTION:Have you adopted a wonderful\, sweet dog that is terrified of y ou\, your friends\, your family? Does s/he avoid eye contact\, cower when new people walk in the room\, prefer her/his kennel to exploring\, or do a bsolutely anything rather than come when you call? Did you adopt a puppy m ill dog that needs to expand its circles a bit? Oftentimes dogs have some triggers that make them nervous\, but undersocialized dogs seem to have tr ouble finding comfort and confidence in their daily activities. They can g o to great lengths to avoid new experiences\, and often\, their adoptive f amilies find themselves feeling frustrated\, underprepared\, and overwhelm ed. If you've got an undersocialized dog\, this session in our safe\, home y environment is for you! Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com. NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you adopted a wonderful\, sweet dog th at is terrified of you\, your friends\, your family? Does s/he avoid eye c ontact\, cower when new people walk in the room\, prefer her/his kennel to exploring\, or do absolutely anything rather than come when you call? Did you adopt a puppy mill dog that needs to expand its circles a bit?
\n< p>Oftentimes dogs have some triggers that make them nervous\, but undersoc ialized dogs seem to have trouble finding comfort and confidence in their daily activities. They can go to great lengths to avoid new experiences\, and often\, their adoptive families find themselves feeling frustrated\, u nderprepared\, and overwhelmed.\nIf you've got an undersocialized d og\, this session in our safe\, homey environment is for you!
\n
Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please enter the prope rty through the fenced yard rather than the front door.
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130828T0111480Z-469794-190@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130824T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130824T120000 SUMMARY:Animal Communication with Vonne Jonsson and Cheryl Gfrerer DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what's going on in your dog's mind\, how he's feeling\, why she engages in the behaviors she does? For this 3-hour class\, you'll learn to connect with your dog using your psychic skills\, intuition\, and gifts of observation. Join us for this jam-packed session that will help you explore a deeper and more meaningful relationship with your dog. To register\, please text or call 612 296 0016. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you ever wondered what's going on in y our dog's mind\, how he's feeling\, why she engages in the behaviors she d oes?
\nFor this 3-hour class\, you'll learn to connect with your do g using your psychic skills\, intuition\, and gifts of observation. Join u s for this jam-packed session that will help you explore a deeper and more meaningful relationship with your dog.
\nTo register\, please text or call 612 296 0016.
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130731T1620120Z-469794-191@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131130T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131130T100000 SUMMARY:FREE: Breaking up dog fights DESCRIPTION:This free session is intended for people who have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do? Using simple instruction and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are with another person AND when y ou are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that will minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in the process. This session is f or humans. Register with giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This free session is intended for people wh o have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do?
\nUsing simple instructi on and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are wi th another person AND when you are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that w ill minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in th e process.
\nThis session is for humans.
\nRegister with giffy dog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T0337000Z-469794-192@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130810T103000 SUMMARY:FREE: Breaking up dog fights RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20130810T103000;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION:This free session is intended for people who have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do? Using simple instruction and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are with another person AND when y ou are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that will minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in the process. This session is f or humans. Register with giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This free session is intended for people wh o have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do?
\nUsing simple instructi on and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are wi th another person AND when you are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that w ill minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in th e process.
\nThis session is for humans.
\nRegister with giffy dog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130808T1859540Z-469794-193@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130817T103000 SUMMARY:FREE: Breaking up dog fights DESCRIPTION:This free session is intended for people who have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do? Using simple instruction and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are with another person AND when y ou are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that will minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in the process. This session is f or humans. Register with giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This free session is intended for people wh o have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do?
\nUsing simple instructi on and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are wi th another person AND when you are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that w ill minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in th e process.
\nThis session is for humans.
\nRegister with giffy dog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130808T1900270Z-469794-194@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130811T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130811T143000 SUMMARY:FREE: Breaking up dog fights DESCRIPTION:This free session is intended for people who have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do? Using simple instruction and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are with another person AND when y ou are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that will minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in the process. This session is f or humans. Register with giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This free session is intended for people wh o have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do?
\nUsing simple instructi on and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are wi th another person AND when you are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that w ill minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in th e process.
\nThis session is for humans.
\nRegister with giffy dog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130808T1901520Z-469794-195@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130915T210000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1 Compressed: Building a healthy bond with your dog (9/15 & 9/29) RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20130929;BYDAY=5SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20130929T180000 DESCRIPTION:Compressed session! Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wil l help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confide ntly interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour pe r meeting)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We’ll also troublesh oot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs . New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can g ive you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
L earn to help your pet relax and settle while enhancing your relationship.& nbsp\; \;Tellington TTouch®\; is a unique and positive way of influ encing and changing your animal's \; \;unwanted behaviours such as leash pulling\, separation anxiety\, fear of thunder/loud noises and more . \; \;It can also help relieve the discomfort of aging\, assist i n recovery from injury or illness. \; \;Instructor\, Beth Popalisk y\, is a certified Tellington TTouch®\; practitioner.
\nTo register and begin learning this trans formational technique\, contact Beth Popalisky at \;chulapop@hotmail.com\, or call&nbs p\;612 824-8555.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, St. Paul MN 55103 UID:20130828T0138510Z-469794-200@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130908T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130908T150000 SUMMARY:Giffy booth: AllBreed Obedience Open House DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy\, along with wonderful vendors\, rescues\, and of co urse\, trainers\, for a fun-filled day at AllBreed Obedience in Woodbury. Dogs are welcome\, and trust us\, there is something for Everyone! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy\, along with wonderful vendors\,
rescues\, and of course\, trainers\, for a fun-filled day at AllBreed Obe
dience in Woodbury. \;
Dogs are welcome\, and trust us\, th
ere is something for Everyone! \;
Whether your dog came to you through rescue
or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help
you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently i
nteract with one another. Throughout the 4-week course (1 hour per week)\,
you&rsquo\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how t
o engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to a
dvocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also trouble
shoot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-week course is the fir
st in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued do
gs. \;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activiti
es and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per tr
ainer\, so we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT
an obedience class. \;
Join
us for this special one-hour Saturday morning session of Out &\; About
. We'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he encounters d
istractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can enjo
y your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of inclement weat
her\, and students who have registered will be notified.
Register with giffydog@gmail.c om.
\n \;
If you've ever wanted to explore applied ki nesiology and tapping\, this is the session for you. In this two-hour intr oduction\, we'll talk about muscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to test yourself and your dog\, and how to perform basic tapping prot ocols on you and your dog.
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130926T2002040Z-469794-204@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130921T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130921T150000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Muscle Testing (intermediate & advanced) DESCRIPTION:Designed for people who have attended the beginner and intermed iate sessions\, and/or studied tapping and muscle testing through other ve nues\, and those who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group \, covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing. Topics will b e vary for each session. This group is for humans. Beginning and intermedi ate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward advanced skill levels . Time will not be spent explaining beginning and intermediate principles. Cost: $20/month (including access to 'EFT and Dogs\, ' 'Beginning Tapping & Muscle Testing\,' and 'Intermediate Tapping & Muscle Testing') Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Designed for people who have attend ed the beginner and intermediate sessions\, and/or studied tapping and muscle testing through other venues\, and t hose who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group\, covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing.
\nTopics w ill be vary for each session.
\nThis group is for humans. Be
ginning and intermediate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward
advanced skill levels. Time will not be spent explaining beginning and int
ermediate principles.
Cost: $20/month (including ac cess to 'EFT and Dogs\, ' 'Beginning Tapping &\; Muscle Testing\,' and 'Intermediate Tapping &\; Muscle Testing')
\nRegister with giffyd og@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130904T0312230Z-469794-205@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131013T140000 SUMMARY:Beginning Psychic Reading II DESCRIPTION:Learn to continue developing your psychic energy\, to turn the light on dark energy\, and do basic readings on yourself and classmates in this 4-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and psychic. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. To register\, call 61 2 296 0016. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Learn to continue developing \;your psy
chic energy\, to turn the light on dark energy\, \;and do basic readin
gs on yourself and classmates in this 4-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\,
animal comunicator and psychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pr
e-approval required. \;
To register\, call 612 296 0016.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1424560Z-469794-206@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130929T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130929T173000 SUMMARY:Spa Day: $5 nail trims DESCRIPTION:Appoinments preferred: Contact giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 to reserve your space. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Appo
inments preferred: Contact giffydog@gm
ail.com\,
or call 651 592 1264 to reserve your space.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20130926T1953400Z-469794-207@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131006T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131006T200000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1 Compressed: Building a healthy bond with your dog (10/06 & 10/20) DESCRIPTION:Compressed session! Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wil l help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confide ntly interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour pe r meeting)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We’ll also troublesh oot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs . New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can g ive you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Bring your children AND your dogs by for Ha lloween treats!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20131030T1430130Z-469794-210@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131006T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131006T150000 SUMMARY:Giffy dog one-year anniversary party!Please join us. DESCRIPTION:Giffy has turned one-year old--with your support\, and we'd lov e to take an afternoon to celebrate. Please join us to learn more about Gi ffy\, meet our vendors and friends\, event specials\, pet photographs\, an d more! If you'd like a reminder (or to invite friends)\, click here for our MailChimp announcement. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy has turned \;one-year old--with y
our support\, and we'd love to take an afternoon to celebrate. Please join
us to learn more about Giffy\, meet our vendors and friends\, event speci
als\, pet photographs\, and more!
\;If you'd like a remind
er (or to \;invite friends)\, click h
ere for our MailChimp announcement. \;
\;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264.
\;
Do you live with a reactive dog? Has your h ome become divided because your dogs just don't get along? If so\, this gr oup is or you. Please join us to share your challenges and successes and t o talk to others who have had similar experiences.
\nCost: Free
\ nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20131019T2231090Z-469794-213@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130411T194500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130411T204500 SUMMARY:NB2: Confidence-building (OE) RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20151231;BYDAY=TH EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140731T194500 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131031T194500 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131128T194500 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20151231T194500 DESCRIPTION:Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun ch allenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obs tacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, a nd more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confid ent!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Be ginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor a pproval or ½ hour private consult needed to take the class without level o ne. New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussio n. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we ca n give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience cla ss. Because this is an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which allows you flexibility for your summer schedule. Registe r with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Together\, we will help you and your dog ex plore small\, fun challenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simp le as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games \, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confident!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescue d dogs. Instructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to ta ke the class without level one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings class
es are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\,
with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of persona
l attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;Because this is
an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which al
lows you flexibility for your summer schedule.
Register with&n
bsp\;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call
651 592 1264 for information. \;
During this 2-hour workshop\, m
odeled after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your
dog in the ring for the first hour\, learning how to recognize body langua
ge\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what do do if another do
g begins to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate pl
ay behavior. During the second hour\, you'll apply what you've learned in
a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE:
If your dog isn't able to safely participate in the play session\, we'll w
ork on helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activiti
es.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264.
\;
Do you live with a reactive dog? Has your h ome become divided because your dogs just don't get along? If so\, this gr oup is or you. Please join us to share your challenges and successes and t o talk to others who have had similar experiences.
\nThis group is f or humans only\; please leave your dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\n< p>Registration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20131019T2240200Z-469794-217@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131016T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131016T193000 SUMMARY:Fearful dog support group RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131231;BYDAY=2WE,4WE EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131023T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131211T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131225T183000 DESCRIPTION:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he avoid contact with ot her people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when cornered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializing? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for this free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home with a fearful dog. Th is group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home. Cost: Free Re gistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he a void contact with other people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when corn ered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializi ng? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for thi s free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home wi th a fearful dog.
\nThis group is for humans only. Please leave you r dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\nRegistration optional with gif fydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20131019T2235440Z-469794-218@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131023T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131023T193000 SUMMARY:Fearful dog support group DESCRIPTION:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he avoid contact with ot her people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when cornered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializing? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for this free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home with a fearful dog. Th is group is for humans only\; please leave your dogs at home. Cost: Free R egistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he a void contact with other people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when corn ered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializi ng? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for thi s free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home wi th a fearful dog.
\nThis group is for humans only\; please leave you r dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\nRegistration optional with giff ydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20131019T2241250Z-469794-219@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131030T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131030T193000 SUMMARY:General dog support group RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20131230;BYDAY=5WE DESCRIPTION:Whether your dog is fearful\, anxious\, or reactive\, or simply exhibits challenging behaviors that you can't get under control\, this gr oup is for you. Please join us and other people who share their homes with challenging dogs or lovely dogs with some difficult behaviors to commiser ate\, support one another\, and brainstorm strategies for building a healt hier\, happier relationship with your dog. Cost: Free Registration optiona l with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Whether your dog is fearful\, anxious\, or reactive\, or simply exhibits challenging behaviors that you can't get und er control\, this group is for you. Please join us and other people who sh are their homes with challenging dogs or lovely dogs with some difficult b ehaviors to commiserate\, support one another\, and brainstorm strategies for building a healthier\, happier relationship with your dog.
\nCos t: Free
\nRegistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20131019T2241000Z-469794-220@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131102T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131102T150000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Tapping: Beginner study session DESCRIPTION:If you've ever wanted to explore applied kinesiology and tappin g\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\, we'll talk about m uscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to test yourself and you r dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog. Re gister with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:If you've ever wanted to explore applied ki nesiology and tapping\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\ , we'll talk about muscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to t est yourself and your dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog.
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T0319250Z-469794-221@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131019T153000 SUMMARY:Intermediate/Advanced Applied Kinesiology & Tapping DESCRIPTION:Designed for people who have attended the beginner and intermed iate sessions\, and/or studied tapping and muscle testing through other ve nues\, and those who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group \, covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing. Topics will b e vary for each session. This group is for humans. Beginning and intermedi ate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward advanced skill levels . Time will not be spent explaining beginning and intermediate principles. Cost: $20/month (including access to 'EFT and Dogs\, ' 'Beginning Tapping & Muscle Testing\,' and 'Intermediate Tapping & Muscle Testing') Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Designed for people who have attend ed the beginner and intermediate sessions\, and/or studied tapping and muscle testing through other venues\, and t hose who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group\, covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing.
\nTopics w ill be vary for each session.
\nThis group is for humans. Be
ginning and intermediate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward
advanced skill levels. Time will not be spent explaining beginning and int
ermediate principles.
Cost: $20/month (including ac cess to 'EFT and Dogs\, ' 'Beginning Tapping &\; Muscle Testing\,' and 'Intermediate Tapping &\; Muscle Testing')
\nRegister with giffyd og@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1359510Z-469794-222@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131019T153000 SUMMARY:Advanced Applied Kinesiology & Tapping DESCRIPTION:Designed for people who have attended the beginner sessions\, s tudied tapping and muscle testing through other venues\, and/or those who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group\, covers advanced pr inciples of tapping and muscle testing. Topics will be vary for each sessi on. This group is for humans. Beginning and intermediate attendees welcome \, but content is geared toward advanced skill levels. Time will not be sp ent explaining beginning and intermediate principles. Cost: $15 Register w ith giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Designed for people who have attend
ed the beginner sessions\, studied tapping and muscle testing through other venues\, and/or those who work in rela
ted fields\, this facilitated study group\, covers advanced princ
iples of tapping and muscle testing.
Topics will be vary for each session.
\nThis group is for humans. Beginning and intermedi
ate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward advanced skill levels
. Time will not be spent explaining beginning and intermediate principles.
Cost: $15
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.co m\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1401290Z-469794-223@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131005T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131005T153000 SUMMARY:Facilitated study session: Applied Kinesiology & Tapping (Beginners only) DESCRIPTION:If you've ever wanted to explore applied kinesiology and tappin g\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\, we'll talk about m uscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to test yourself and you r dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog. Re gister with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:If you've ever wanted to explore applied ki nesiology and tapping\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\ , we'll talk about muscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to t est yourself and your dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog.
\nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1402080Z-469794-224@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131110T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131110T160000 SUMMARY:Dog & Human Photographs with Cynthia Samels DESCRIPTION:Cynthia Samels is breezing into town and is offering sessions f or one afternoon! Book your appointments early at (612) 280-7649\, (715) 3 72-8852\, or csamels@aol.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Cynthia Samels is breezing into town and is offering sessions for one afternoon!
\nBook your appointments early at (612) 280-7649 \, (715) 372-8852\, or csamels@aol.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1424020Z-469794-225@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131124T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131124T120000 SUMMARY:Beginning Psychic Reading II DESCRIPTION:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the light on dark energy\, a nd perform basic readings on yourself and classmates in this 3-hour worksh op with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and psychic. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. To register\, call 612 296 0016. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the ligh
t on dark energy\, \;and perform basic readings on yourself and classm
ates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and p
sychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required.
\;
To register\, call 612 296 0016.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131030T1429200Z-469794-226@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131116T120000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Tapping: Beginner class DESCRIPTION:Preregistration required with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Preregistration required with giffydog@gmai l.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T2215120Z-469794-227@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T133000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Tapping: Beginner study session DESCRIPTION:If you've ever wanted to explore applied kinesiology and tappin g\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\, we'll talk about m uscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to test yourself and you r dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog. Th is session is ideal for people who are newcomers to applied kinesiology an d muscle testing\, haven't had much practice\, or desire a deeper understa nding of foundational material. This group is for humans. Intermediate att endees welcome\, but content is geared toward introductory skill levels. T ime will not be spent discussing intermediate principles. Cost: $20/month (including access to intermediate sessions) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:If you've ever wanted to explore applied ki nesiology and tapping\, this is the session for you. In this introduction\ , we'll talk about muscle testing\, what it is and how to do it\, how to t est yourself and your dog\, and how to perform basic tapping protocols on you and your dog.
\nThis session is ideal for people who are newcome rs to applied kinesiology and muscle testing\, haven't had much practice\, or desire a deeper understanding of foundational material.
\nThis g
roup is for humans. Intermediate attendees welcome\, but content i
s geared toward introductory skill levels. Time will not be spent discussi
ng intermediate principles.
Cost: $20/month (includ ing access to intermediate sessions)
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131120T0424500Z-469794-228@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131110T200000 SUMMARY:Special Session: Dealing with undersocialized dogs DESCRIPTION:Have you adopted a wonderful\, sweet dog that is terrified of y ou\, your friends\, your family? Does s/he avoid eye contact\, cower when new people walk in the room\, prefer her/his kennel to exploring\, or do a bsolutely anything rather than come when you call? Did you adopt a puppy m ill dog that needs to expand its circles a bit? Oftentimes dogs have some triggers that make them nervous\, but undersocialized dogs seem to have tr ouble finding comfort and confidence in their daily activities. They can g o to great lengths to avoid new experiences\, and often\, their adoptive f amilies find themselves feeling frustrated\, underprepared\, and overwhelm ed. If you've got an undersocialized dog\, this session in our safe\, home y environment is for you! Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com. NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you adopted a wonderful\, sweet dog th at is terrified of you\, your friends\, your family? Does s/he avoid eye c ontact\, cower when new people walk in the room\, prefer her/his kennel to exploring\, or do absolutely anything rather than come when you call? Did you adopt a puppy mill dog that needs to expand its circles a bit?
\n< p>Oftentimes dogs have some triggers that make them nervous\, but undersoc ialized dogs seem to have trouble finding comfort and confidence in their daily activities. They can go to great lengths to avoid new experiences\, and often\, their adoptive families find themselves feeling frustrated\, u nderprepared\, and overwhelmed.\nIf you've got an undersocialized d og\, this session in our safe\, homey environment is for you!
\n
Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please enter the prope rty through the fenced yard rather than the front door.
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131112T0313090Z-469794-229@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131116T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131116T180000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131112T0321580Z-469794-230@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131228T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131228T153000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Tapping: Advanced study session DESCRIPTION:Designed for people who have attended the beginner and intermed iate sessions\, and/or those who work in related fields\, this facilitated study group covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing. Top ics will be vary for each session. This group is for humans. Beginning and intermediate attendees welcome\, but content is geared toward advanced sk ill levels. Time will not be spent explaining beginning and intermediate p rinciples. Cost: $20/month (including access to intermediate and advanced study sessions) Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 fo r information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Designed for people who have attend ed the beginner and intermediate sessions\, and/or those who work in related fields\, this facilitated st udy group covers advanced principles of tapping and muscle testing.
\n< p>Topics will be vary for each session.\nThis group is for humans.
Beginning and intermediate attendees welcome\, but content is gear
ed toward advanced skill levels. Time will not be spent explaining beginni
ng and intermediate principles.
Cost: $20/month (in cluding access to intermediate and advanced study sessions)
\nRegist er with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131120T0420270Z-469794-232@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130810T103000 SUMMARY:FREE: Breaking up dog fights RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:This free session is intended for people who have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do? Using simple instruction and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are with another person AND when y ou are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that will minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in the process. This session is f or humans. Register with giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This free session is intended for people wh o have dogs but have never been instructed how to safely break up fights. Escalations happen. Do you know what to do?
\nUsing simple instructi on and methods\, we'll show you how to break up dog fights when you are wi th another person AND when you are alone\, and we'll do so in a way that w ill minimize the likelihood that you and/or the dogs will be injured in th e process.
\nThis session is for humans.
\nRegister with giffy dog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 for information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T0332350Z-469794-235@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131130T160000 SUMMARY:Black Saturday Sale: 10% of pre-orders for Christmas DESCRIPTION:Stop by with your dog(s) to check out our products and pre-orde r in time for Christmas. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Stop by with your dog(s) to check out our p roducts and pre-order in time for Christmas.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T0338360Z-469794-236@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131211T193000 SUMMARY:Fearful and anxious dog support group RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20141231;BYDAY=2MO EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140113T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141110T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141208T183000 DESCRIPTION:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he avoid contact with ot her people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when cornered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializing? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for this free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home with a fearful dog. Th is group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home. Cost: Free Re gistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he a void contact with other people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when corn ered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializi ng? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for thi s free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home wi th a fearful dog.
\nThis group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\nRegistration optional with giffy dog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20140526T2132010Z-469794-237@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131208T120000 SUMMARY:Howl-iday party: Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy dog and other great vendors for Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue's 3rd annual Howl-iday party. Have a great time AND help raise money for the rescue. Stop by the Giffy dog booth\, and mention this add to receive a FREE bully stick! To learn more\, visit http://thegreatdaner escue.com/. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy dog and other great vendors for Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue's 3rd annual Howl-iday party. Have a great time AND help raise money for the rescue. \;
\nStop by the Giff y dog booth\, and mention this add to receive a FREE bully stick!
\nTo learn more\, visit http://thegreatdanerescue.com/.
\n\;
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Chanhassen Dinner Theaters\, 501 W 78th St\, Chanhassen\, 55317 UID:20131123T0223400Z-469794-238@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131207T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131207T163000 SUMMARY:Out & About (NEW day and time!) DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distr acted by other dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'b ad mannered' dog in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your d og when s/he encounters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can enjoy your walks a bit more! Note: Class will be canc elled in cases of inclement weather\, and students who have registered wil l be notified. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651
592 1264.
\;
During this workshop\, you will work
with your dog in the presence of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize
body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recog
nize your dog's 'threshhold\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalat
e toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. After
our discussions\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised
play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't ab
le to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your
dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T2205300Z-469794-241@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131221T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131221T180000 SUMMARY:Dealing with separation anxiety DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself staying home because you don't want the do g to distract your neighbors? Have you ever used duct tape on a kennel to repair the damage your dog did to its kennel in a moment of panic? Do you bring your dog with you on errands and leave the car idling to keep the do g cool while you sprint into the store? Most of our dogs don't like it whe n we leave\, but dealing with dogs that have separation anxiety is a whole different matter. They injure themselves breaking out of anything that co nfines them\, bark obsessively\, leave puddles of drool in their kennels. This session targets dogs that are likely to injure themselves or irritate the neighbors because they escalate when their people leave. If you see y ourself in this description\, you and your dog won't want to miss this cla ss. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Do you find yourself staying home because y ou don't want the dog to distract your neighbors? Have you ever used duct tape on a kennel to repair the damage your dog did to its kennel in a mome nt of panic? Do you bring your dog with you on errands and leave the car i dling to keep the dog cool while you sprint into the store?
\nMost o f our dogs don't like it when we leave\, but dealing with dogs that have s eparation anxiety is a whole different matter. They injure themselves brea king out of anything that confines them\, bark obsessively\, leave puddles of drool in their kennels. This session targets dogs that are likely to i njure themselves or irritate the neighbors because they escalate when thei r people leave.
\nIf you see yourself in this description\, you and your dog won't want to miss this class.
\n
Register or ask ques
tions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\;
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131121T2208060Z-469794-242@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T150000 SUMMARY:Applied Kinesiology & Tapping: Intermediate facilitated study sessi on DESCRIPTION:This intermediate study session allows students who have attend ed the beginner session and those who participate in the advanced session to work together to learn and trouble-shoot applied kinesiology and tappin g methods. Ideal for attendees of Dr. Pomeroy's 'Test Your Way to Health' seminar who wish to refine their skills\, this facilitated study session w ill be student driven. Rather than relying on the facilitator to lecture o r answer their questions\, they will brainstorm with other participants an d look up answers in Dr. Pomeroy's 'Test Your Way to Health' manual to pro blem solve and hone their own skills. This group is for humans. Beginning and advanced attendees welcome\; content is determined by attendees. Cost: $20/month (including access to beginner and advanced sessions) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This intermediate study session allows stud ents who have attended the beginner session and those who participate in t he advanced session to work together to learn and trouble-shoot applied ki nesiology and tapping methods.
\nIdeal for attendees of Dr. Pomeroy 's 'Test Your Way to Health' seminar who wish to refine their skills\, thi s facilitated study session will be student driven. Rather than relying on the facilitator to lecture or answer their questions\, they will brainsto rm with other participants and look up answers in Dr. Pomeroy's 'Test Your Way to Health' manual to problem solve and hone their own skills.
\nThis group is for humans. Beginning and advanced attendees welcom
e\; content is determined by attendees.
Cost: $20/m onth (including access to beginner and advanced sessions)
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131123T0234350Z-469794-243@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T120000 SUMMARY:Beginning Psychic Reading DESCRIPTION:Develop your psychic energy and prepare for the new year\, turn the light on dark energy\, and perform basic readings on yourself and cla ssmates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator an d psychic. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. To register \, call 612 296 0016. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Develop your psychic energy and prepare for
the new year\, turn the light on dark energy\, \;and perform basic re
adings on yourself and classmates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonss
on\, animal comunicator and psychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome
. Pre-approval required. \;
To register\, call 612 296 0016. CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131207T1814050Z-469794-244@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140112T200000 SUMMARY:NB1\, Wk 2 (compressed) DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20131207T1817070Z-469794-245@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T200000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1 Compressed: Building a healthy bond with your dog (12/29 & 1/12) DESCRIPTION:Compressed session! Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wil l help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confide ntly interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour pe r meeting)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We’ll also troublesh oot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs . New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can g ive you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\ , they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fe arful\, bossy\, or practically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both t each your dog fun games and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about?
\nFor questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131217T2145060Z-469794-247@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131207T173000 SUMMARY:Using games to train RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140531;BYDAY=3SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140517T160000 DESCRIPTION:Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\, they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fearful\, bossy\, or p ractically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both teach your dog fun ga mes and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about? For questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\ , they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fe arful\, bossy\, or practically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both t each your dog fun games and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about?
\nFor questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131231T0258160Z-469794-248@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140104T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140104T120000 SUMMARY:Using games to train RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140531;BYDAY=1SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140104T103000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140405T103000 DESCRIPTION:Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\, they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fearful\, bossy\, or p ractically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both teach your dog fun ga mes and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about? For questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\ , they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fe arful\, bossy\, or practically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both t each your dog fun games and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about?
\nFor questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140127T2353080Z-469794-249@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131214T173000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140531;BYDAY=4SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20131228T160000 DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, 55103 UID:20140212T1726080Z-469794-250@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T200000 SUMMARY:New Beginnings 1 Compressed: Building a healthy bond with your dog (5/4 & 5/18) RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140531;BYDAY=1SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140105T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140202T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140302T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140406T180000 DESCRIPTION:Compressed session! Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply developed some challenging behaviors\, this class wil l help you connect with your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confide ntly interact with one another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour pe r meeting)\, you’ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate for your dog with other people and dogs. We’ll also troublesh oot challenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs . New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can g ive you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for questions.
Compressed session!
Whether your small dog came to you through rescue or has simply
developed some challenging behaviors\, this class will help you connect wi
th your dog by teaching you how to calmly and confidently interact with on
e another. Throughout the 2-session course (2 hour per meeting)\, you&rsqu
o\;ll learn how to motivate your dog to be more attentive\, how to engage
your dog mentally so it wants to interact with you\, and how to advocate f
or your dog with other people and dogs. We&rsquo\;ll also troubleshoot cha
llenges unique to you and your dog. This 4-hour course is the first in our
New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. \
;
New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and di
scussion. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, s
o we can give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedie
nce class. \;
Register with \;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
651 592 1264 for questions.
Games not only stimulate your dog mentally\ , they also provide a unique platform for training. Whether your dog is fe arful\, bossy\, or practically perfect\, you'll learn techniques to both t each your dog fun games and improve his/her behavior. In addition\, you'll have fun. And isn't that what it's all about?
\nFor questions or to register\, contact 651 592 1264 or giffydog@gmail.com
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131227T0154390Z-469794-259@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140111T173000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20141231;BYDAY=2SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140208T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140614T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140809T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140809T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140913T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141011T160000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141213T160000 DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20131231T0302240Z-469794-260@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140113T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140113T193000 SUMMARY:Fearful and anxious dog support group DESCRIPTION:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he avoid contact with ot her people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when cornered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializing? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for this free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home with a fearful dog. Th is group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home. Cost: Free Re gistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he a void contact with other people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when corn ered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializi ng? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for thi s free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home wi th a fearful dog.
\nThis group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\nRegistration optional with giffy dog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION: UID:20140106T0351230Z-469794-261@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131211T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131211T193000 SUMMARY:Fearful and anxious dog support group DESCRIPTION:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he avoid contact with ot her people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when cornered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializing? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for this free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home with a fearful dog. Th is group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home. Cost: Free Re gistration optional with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Is your dog a shrinking violet? Does s/he a void contact with other people\, other dogs? Or worse\, escalate when corn ered? Does your dog prefer to spend time in a kennel rather than socializi ng? If so\, chances are: You're living with a fearful dog. Join us for thi s free support group to brainstorm ways to successfully share your home wi th a fearful dog.
\nThis group is for humans only. Please leave your dogs at home.
\nCost: Free
\nRegistration optional with giffy dog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140106T0352220Z-469794-262@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140127T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140127T193000 SUMMARY:Reactive dog support group RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20141231;BYDAY=-1MO EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141027T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141124T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141229T183000 DESCRIPTION:Do you live with a reactive dog? Has your home become divided b ecause your dogs just don't get along? If so\, this group is or you. Pleas e join us to share your challenges and successes and to talk to others who have had similar experiences. Cost: Free Register with giffydog@gmail.com . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Do you live with a reactive dog? Has your h ome become divided because your dogs just don't get along? If so\, this gr oup is or you. Please join us to share your challenges and successes and t o talk to others who have had similar experiences.
\nCost: Free
\ nRegister with giffydog@gmail.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140526T2131310Z-469794-263@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140126T120000 SUMMARY:Beginning psychic reading RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140530;BYDAY=-1SU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140330T090000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140525T090000 DESCRIPTION:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the light on dark energy\, a nd perform basic readings on yourself and classmates in this 3-hour worksh op with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and psychic. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. To register\, call 612 296 0016. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the ligh
t on dark energy\, \;and perform basic readings on yourself and classm
ates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and p
sychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required.
\;
To register\, call 612 296 0016.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 UID:20140107T0317180Z-469794-264@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140126T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140126T173000 SUMMARY:TENTATIVE-Spa Day: $5 nail trims DESCRIPTION:Appoinments preferred: Contact aimee8278@yahoo.com\, or call 65 1 491 5515 to reserve your space. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Appo
inments preferred: Contact aimee827
8@yahoo.com\,
or call 651 491 5515 to reserve your space.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140107T0321430Z-469794-265@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20131229T173000 SUMMARY:Spa Day: $5 nail trims DESCRIPTION:Appoinments preferred: Contact aimee8278@yahoo.com\, or call 65 1 491 5515 to reserve your space. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Appo
inments preferred: Contact aimee8278@yahoo.com\,
or call 651 491 5515 to reserve your space.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140107T0320540Z-469794-266@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140203T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140203T120000 SUMMARY:Socialization DESCRIPTION:During this 1 1/2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out & About class\, you will work with your dog\, learning how to recognize b ody language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, what to do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\, and how to encourage appr opriate play behavior. Afterwards\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely participate in the session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities. Reg ister with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this 1 1/2-hour workshop\, mod
eled after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your do
g\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if
s/he escalates\, what to do if another dog begins to escalate toward your
dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. Afterwards\, you'll
apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the oth
er participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely participate
in the session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to something fun
using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.<
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CATEGORIES:General
LOCATION:978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103
UID:20140126T0124140Z-469794-267@localendar.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140203T120000
SUMMARY:Socialization
DESCRIPTION:During this 1 1/2-hour workshop\, modeled after our popular Out
& About class\, you will work with your dog in the ring\, learning how to
recognize body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, wh
at to do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\, and how to en
courage appropriate play behavior. Then\, you'll apply what you've learned
as we introduce the other dogs and handlers in a safe\, supervised sessio
n. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely work with the other dogs\, we'll
work on helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activi
ties. Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
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During this 1 1/2-hour workshop\, mod
eled after our popular Out &\; About class\, you will work with your do
g in the ring\, learning how to recognize body language\, how to redirect
your dog if s/he escalates\, what to do if another dog begins to escalate
toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. Then\, y
ou'll apply what you've learned as we introduce the other dogs and handler
s in a safe\, supervised session. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely w
ork with the other dogs\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to somet
hing fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gm
ail.com.
This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140212T1725430Z-469794-269@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140323T130000 SUMMARY:Beginning psychic reading DESCRIPTION:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the light on dark energy\, a nd perform basic readings on yourself and classmates in this 3-hour worksh op with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and psychic. Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required. To register\, call 612 296 0016612 296 0 016. Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Develop your psychic energy\, turn the ligh
t on dark energy\, \;and perform basic readings on yourself and classm
ates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and p
sychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required.
\;
To register\, call 612
296 0016
612 296 0016.
During this workshop\, you will work
with your dog in the presence of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize
body language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recog
nize your dog's 'threshhold\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalat
e toward your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. After
our discussions\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised
play session with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't ab
le to safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your
dog redirect to something fun using games and activities.
Register with giffydog@gmail.com.
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 
651 592 1264
.
\;
Develop your psychic energy\, turn the ligh
t on dark energy\, \;and perform basic readings on yourself and classm
ates in this 3-hour workshop with Vonne Jonsson\, animal comunicator and p
sychic.
Well-mannered dogs welcome. Pre-approval required.
\;
To register\, call 612 296 0016.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 UID:20140521T1546510Z-469794-274@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140607T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140607T173000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20150204T1835360Z-469794-275@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140623T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140623T193000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140818;BYDAY=3MO DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140526T2141030Z-469794-276@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140623T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140623T193000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140526T2140250Z-469794-277@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140602T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140602T120000 SUMMARY:Out & About RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20140818;BYDAY=1MO EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140602T100000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140804T100000 DESCRIPTION:This 2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distr acted by other dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'b ad mannered' dog in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your d og when s/he encounters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can enjoy your walks a bit more! Note: Class will be canc elled in cases of inclement weather\, and students who have registered wil l be notified. Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 12646 51 592 1264. Call Send SMS Add to Skype You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
.
\;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
.
\;
This
2-hour workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other
dogs and people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' do
g in mind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he en
counters distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so yo
u can enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of incl
ement weather\, and students who have registered will be notified.
\; \;
Register with
giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
.
\;
This class will help you bui ld a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging b ehaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have developed an individ ualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on the needs of enro lled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo registe r\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140728T1528140Z-469794-281@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140614T160000 SUMMARY:Event: Green Line Launch-Hamline Station Celebration DESCRIPTION:We're so thrilled to be a part of this momentus occasion! Join Giffy and other miscellaneous vendors as we celebrate the kick off of the light rail green line. We'll be there with specials and trainers to answe r your questions. If you're a friend\, please stop by and say hi\, and if you'd like to get to know us\, this would be a great event to attend. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:We're so thrilled to be a part of this mome ntus occasion! Join Giffy and other miscellaneous vendors as we celebrate the kick off of the light rail green line. \;
\nWe'll be there w ith specials and trainers to answer your questions. If you're a friend\, p lease stop by and say hi\, and if you'd like to get to know us\, this woul d be a great event to attend. \;
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:International Market: Hamline & Univ. Ave. UID:20140526T2225390Z-469794-282@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140713T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140713T163000 SUMMARY:EVENT: Como Art Fair DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy dog and artists from the Como neighborhood for a fun \, free day at the beautiful Como Park Pavillion overlooking Como Lake. W e'll be painting free dog bandanas at our booth\, so please\, stop by and say\, 'hi!' http://district10comopark.org/neigh_days.html X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy dog and artists from the Como ne ighborhood for a fun\, free day at the beautiful Como Park Pavillion overl ooking Como Lake. \;
\nWe'll be painting free dog bandanas at ou r booth\, so please\, stop by and say\, 'hi!' \;
\nhttp://distri ct10comopark.org/neigh_days.html
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:1360 Lexington Pkwy. N UID:20140708T1740030Z-469794-283@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140715T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140715T200000 SUMMARY:For the Love of Pets: Enjoying Public Spaces with Your Dogs DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstasti c seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this firs t session\, we'll be talking about being with your dog in public. From do g parks to coffee shops\, navigating public spaces poses unique challenges for people and their dogs--changing environments\, people behaving unexpe ctedly\, and pets greeting one another. To help you and your dog move thro ugh these changes gracefully\, we'll discuss ways you can have a great tim e and remain safe while you're out and about. Cost: $20 per individual se ssion ($17 for Giffy dog students). Ask about multiple session discounts! To reserve your spot\, call 651-231-6333 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic semin ars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street locati on on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this first sessi on\, we'll be talking about being with your dog in public. \;
\nFrom dog parks to coffee shops\, navigating public spaces poses unique cha llenges for people and their dogs--changing environments\, people behaving unexpectedly\, and pets greeting one another. To help you and your dog mo ve through these changes gracefully\, we'll discuss ways you can have a gr eat time and remain safe while you're out and about. \;
\nCost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students). Ask about multipl e session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651- 231-6333
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St. St. Louis Park UID:20140728T1503020Z-469794-284@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140810T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140810T190000 SUMMARY:FULL NB1+: Wk 2 DESCRIPTION:This class will help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic training concept s. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, topics are subje ct to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydo g@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This class will help you bui ld a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging b ehaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have developed an individ ualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on the needs of enro lled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo registe r\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140801T2209480Z-469794-285@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140817T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140817T190000 SUMMARY:FULL NB1+: Wk 3 DESCRIPTION:This class will help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic training concept s. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, topics are subje ct to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydo g@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This class will help you bui ld a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging b ehaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have developed an individ ualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on the needs of enro lled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo registe r\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140801T2210030Z-469794-286@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140824T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140824T190000 SUMMARY:FULL NB1+: Wk 4 DESCRIPTION:This class will help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic training concept s. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, topics are subje ct to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydo g@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This class will help you bui ld a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressing challenging b ehaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have developed an individ ualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on the needs of enro lled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo registe r\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140801T2210210Z-469794-287@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140723T200000 SUMMARY:For the Love of Pets: First Aid & Disaster Kits\, Don't Leave Home without Them DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstasti c seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sess ion\, Giffy dog will be partering Dr. Amberleigh Barker of Maplebrook Pet Care Center to talk about first aid and disaster kits. We don't often thi nk about it\, but disasters and accidents happen. When they do\, will you be ready? Keeping the 4-legged members of your family in mind\, we'll help you understand how you can prepare for the unexpected. We'll talk about f irst aid and disaster kits\, what to keep in them\, and help you prepare y our own. Cost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students). A sk about multiple session discounts! To reserve your spot\, call 651-231- 6333 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic semin ars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street locati on on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this session\, G iffy dog will be partering Dr. Amberleigh Barker of Maplebrook Pet Care Ce nter \;to talk about \;first aid and disaster kits. \;
\nWe don't often think about it\, but disasters and accidents happen. When they do\, will you be ready? Keeping the 4-legged members of your family i n mind\, we'll help you understand how you can prepare for the unexpected. We'll talk about first aid and disaster kits\, what to keep in them\, and help you prepare your own. \;
\nCost: $20 per individual sessio n ($17 for Giffy dog students). Ask about multiple session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651-231-6333
\n\;< /p> CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St. St. Louis Park UID:20140728T1604370Z-469794-288@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140803T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140803T190000 SUMMARY:FULL NB1+: Bonding Plus DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140801T2214440Z-469794-289@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140729T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140729T200000 SUMMARY:For the Love of Pets: Helping Children & Dogs Build Great Relations hips DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstasti c seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sess ion\, Giffy dog will be partering Dr. Amberleigh Barker of Maplebrook Pet Care Center to talk about first aid and disaster kits. We've all heard an d seen great relationships between children and dogs--like Timmy and Lassi e. But do they just happen? In this session we'll help you and your childr en learn how to speak dog and find activities that will help them build gr eat relationships with one another. Cost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog clients). Ask about multiple session discounts! To reserve your spot\, call 651-231-6333 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sponsored by \;URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sessi on\, Giffy dog will be partering Dr. Amberleigh Barker of Maplebrook Pet C are Center \;to talk about \;first aid and disaster kits. \;\n
We've all heard and seen great relationships between children and d ogs--like Timmy and Lassie. But do they just happen? In this session we'll help you and your children learn how to speak dog and find activities tha t will help them build great relationships with one another.
\nCost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog clie nts). Ask about multiple session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651-231-6333
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St. St. Louis Park UID:20140731T1459250Z-469794-290@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140806T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140806T200000 SUMMARY:For the Love of Pets: Rescue Me! DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstasti c seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sess ion\, Giffy dog will be presenting on a topic near and dear to our hear: A dopting rescue dogs. Rescueing pets saves lives and feels very meaningful\ , but it's not for everyone. Sometimes it comes with behavioral challenges --from hyper-vigilance to separation anxiety to fear. We'll talk about str ategies to handle those challenges and let you know about resources that w ill help you prepare for or build your relationship with a rescued pet. C ost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog clients). Ask about multiple session discounts! To reserve your spot\, ca ll 651-231-6333 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sponsored by \;URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sessi on\, Giffy dog will be \;presenting on a topic near and dear to our he ar: Adopting rescue dogs.
\nRescueing pets saves lives and feels ver y meaningful\, but it's not for everyone. Sometimes it comes with behavior al challenges--from hyper-vigilance to separation anxiety to fear. We'll t alk about strategies to handle those challenges and let you know about res ources that will help you prepare for or build your relationship with a re scued pet. \;
\nCost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog clients). Ask about multiple session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651-231-6333
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St. St. Louis Park UID:20140801T2323390Z-469794-291@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140812T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140812T200000 SUMMARY:For the Love of Pets: Why Does My Dog Do That . . . And What Should I Do About It? DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstasti c seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sess ion\, Giffy dog will be answering questions and explaining what your dog's behavior might indicate. Have you ever wondered why your dog jumps on you when you get home? Would you love to know how you can train your dog to r ing a bell to go outside? And why does your dog have a nasty poop eating h abit? Come with your questions\, and we'll share our best answers. Cost: $ 20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog client s). Ask about multiple session discounts! To reserve your spot\, call 651 -231-6333 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Sponsored by \;URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sessi on\, Giffy dog will be answering questions and explaining what your dog's behavior might indicate.
\nHave you ever wondered why your dog jumps on you when you get home? Would you love to know how you can train your d og to ring a bell to go outside? And why does your dog have a nasty poop e ating habit? Come with your questions\, and we'll share our best answers.< /p>\n
Cost: $20 per individual session ($17 for Giffy dog students and U rban Dog clients). Ask about multiple session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651-231-6333
\n\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St.\, St. Louis Park UID:20140801T2333270Z-469794-292@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140731T194500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140731T204500 SUMMARY:NB2: Confidence-building (OE) DESCRIPTION:Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun ch allenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obs tacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, a nd more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confid ent!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Be ginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor a pproval or ½ hour private consult needed to take the class without level o ne. New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussio n. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we ca n give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience cla ss. Because this is an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which allows you flexibility for your summer schedule. Registe r with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Together\, we will help you and your dog ex plore small\, fun challenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simp le as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games \, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confident!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescue d dogs. Instructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to ta ke the class without level one. \; \;
\nNew Beginnings class
es are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\,
with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of persona
l attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;Because this is
an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which al
lows you flexibility for your summer schedule.
Register with&n
bsp\;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call
651 592 1264 for information. \;
This 2-hou
r workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other dogs a
nd people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' dog in m
ind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he encounte
rs distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can
enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of inclement weather\, and
students who have registered will be notified. \; \;
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264
651 592 1264.
\;
This 2-hou
r workshop is intended for dogs that are easily distracted by other dogs a
nd people when they're on walks. Designed with the 'bad mannered' dog in m
ind\, we'll be working on confidently handling your dog when s/he encounte
rs distractions. The focus here will be helping your dog relax so you can
enjoy your walks a bit more!
Note: Class will be cancelled in cases of inclement weather\, and
students who have registered will be notified. \; \;
Register with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264651 592 1264.
\;
This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog\, 978 Front Ave\, StP\, 55103 UID:20140801T2334440Z-469794-302@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140803T130000 SUMMARY:Operation No Punkin Left Behind Rescue Event DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog will be joining a rescue event hosted by SoCal Style at the Farmers Market Annex. Twelve local no kill rescues will participati ng in the event and will have pets available for prospective adopters to m eet. The event will be held in the back parking lot attached to the Annex (no pets allowed in the main market area). Attend the event and learn how you can help rescued animals! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE s essions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nPuppy Preview: Designed to gi ve prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this sessi on will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine informati on and fun to show you how Giffy training works. \;
\nBring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite treats\, and your questions . \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1515530Z-469794-304@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T114500 SUMMARY:FREE: Ask the trainer @ Maplebrook RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20150530;INTERVAL=2;BYDAY=SA EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150103T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150117T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150228T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150328T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150411T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20150509T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140913T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20140927T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141011T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141108T110000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141206T110000 DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthl y FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? Ask the trainer is an informal\, dr op in (for humans only) session where you can ask any questions you have a bout sharing your life and home with your dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavioral modifications\, or any thing el se dog-related. We'll do our best to answer them. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nA sk the trainer is an informal\, drop in (for humans only) session where yo u can ask any questions you have about sharing your life and home with you r dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavior al modifications\, or any thing else dog-related. We'll do our best to ans wer them. \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail. com or 651 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1516160Z-469794-305@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140909T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140909T200000 SUMMARY:NEW: Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook! Tues\, 9/9-9/30 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140824T1830000Z-469794-306@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141007T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook! RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20141231;BYDAY=1TU EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141007T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141104T183000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20141202T183000 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140824T1829000Z-469794-307@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141007T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook\, Tues. 10/7-10/28 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140824T1830380Z-469794-308@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141104T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141104T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook\, Tues. 11/4-11/25 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140824T1831190Z-469794-309@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141202T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141202T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook\, Tues. 12/2-12/23 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140824T1832510Z-469794-310@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140907T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140907T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 9/7-9/28 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140824T1834420Z-469794-311@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141005T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141005T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 10/5-10/26 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140824T1835470Z-469794-312@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141102T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141102T190000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 11/2-11/23 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20141030T1451030Z-469794-313@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141130T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 11/30-12/21 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20140824T1838120Z-469794-314@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T104500 SUMMARY:Cancelled: Puppy Preview @ Maplebrook DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, w on't you? Puppy Preview: Designed to give prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this session will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine information and fun to show you how Giffy t raining works. Bring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite t reats\, and your questions. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE s essions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nPuppy Preview: Designed to gi ve prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this sessi on will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine informati on and fun to show you how Giffy training works. \;
\nBring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite treats\, and your questions . \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140828T2036210Z-469794-315@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140830T114500 SUMMARY:Cancelled: Ask the trainer @ Maplebrook DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthl y FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? Ask the trainer is an informal\, dr op in (for humans only) session where you can ask any questions you have a bout sharing your life and home with your dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavioral modifications\, or any thing el se dog-related. We'll do our best to answer them. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nA sk the trainer is an informal\, drop in (for humans only) session where yo u can ask any questions you have about sharing your life and home with you r dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavior al modifications\, or any thing else dog-related. We'll do our best to ans wer them. \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail. com or 651 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140828T2036390Z-469794-316@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140914T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140914T140000 SUMMARY:EVENT: Goldzilla--Golden Retriever Fun Fair & Walk for Rescue DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy at this larger-than-life event to help raise money f or Retrieve a Golden of Minnesota. They'll have plenty of great activities and events throughout the day. We hope to see you there! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy at this larger-than-life event t o help raise money for Retrieve a Golden of Minnesota. They'll have plenty of great activities and events throughout the day. \;We hope to see y ou there!
\n
\nSponsored by \;URBAN DOG\, we'll be leading a series of fanstastic seminars--along with other great experts--at their welcoming Lake Street location on topics related to sharing your lives with dogs. For this sessi on\, Giffy dog will be \;discussing what to expect during the first ph ase of your relationship and how to set the stage for a great long-term pa rtnership.
\nAfter a rich life with your beloved pet or a late life adoption of a needy animal\, you begin to prepare for the inevitable. This is also a rich time for you to continue to build on your foundation and t o make sure you're giving your dog the highest quality of life possible. A re you revisiting dietary needs? Have you explored supplements for arthrit is or activities to stave off memory loss? Learn how to make the last year s really\, really good ones. \;
\nCost: $20 per individual sessi on ($17 for Giffy dog students and Urban Dog clients). Ask about multiple session discounts! \;
\nTo reserve your spot\, call \;651-23
1-6333\, and to see info about future sessions\, check out the flyer:
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:6610 West Lake St.\, St. Louis Park UID:20140831T1556390Z-469794-321@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140927T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140927T124500 SUMMARY:FREE: Puppy Preview @ Maplebrook DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, w on't you? Puppy Preview: Designed to give prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this session will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine information and fun to show you how Giffy t raining works. Bring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite t reats\, and your questions. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE s essions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nPuppy Preview: Designed to gi ve prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this sessi on will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine informati on and fun to show you how Giffy training works. \;
\nBring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite treats\, and your questions . \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20140831T1557010Z-469794-322@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140921T160000 SUMMARY:EVENT: St. Paul Open Streets DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy dog and other Midway neighborhood businesses. From L exington Parkway to Marion street\, University Avenue will be closed to ca rs\, but open to walkers and bikers. Why not take a stroll down memory lan e and support the rich Midway community? Learn more about St. Paul Open S treets. We hope to see you there! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy dog and other Midway neighborhoo d businesses. From Lexington Parkway to Marion street\, University Avenue will be closed to cars\, but open to walkers and bikers. Why not take a st roll down memory lane and support the rich Midway community? \;
\n< p>Learn more about St. Paul Open S treets. \;\nWe hope to see you there! \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:University Avenue between Lexington and Marion UID:20140901T0025380Z-469794-323@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140920T130000 SUMMARY:Paws for a Cause DESCRIPTION:Join Giffy at an event to raise money for law enforcement while having a great time. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join Giffy at an event to raise money for l aw enforcement while having a great time. \;
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Giffy dog will be running (or walking) in t he family-friendly Boo Run Run! To see more details\, visit the Boo Run Run homepage. \;
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Harriet Island\, St. Paul UID:20141015T1552220Z-469794-325@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141025T160000 SUMMARY:EVENT: Maplebook Pet Care Center 3rd Annual Open House DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun Halloween-themed afternoon with our friends a t Maplebook Pet Care Center. Bring your pets for refreshments\, activities \, and prizes including: Halloween pet costume contest (begins at 3:00pm)\ , exciting give-aways\, face painting and craft corner for all ages\, phot o booth for people and pets\, hospital tours AND MORE! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join us for a fun Halloween-themed afternoo n with our friends at Maplebook Pet Care Center. Bring your pets for refre shments\, activities\, and prizes including: Halloween pet costume contest (begins at 3:00pm)\, exciting give-aways\, face painting and craft corner for all ages\, photo booth for people and pets\, hospital tours AND MORE!
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Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1513170Z-469794-328@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150303T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150303T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook\, Tues. 3/3-3/24 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1527250Z-469794-329@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141213T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141213T173000 SUMMARY:Shy dog social hour DESCRIPTION:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home . Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occurs in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun? If your dog is hesitant to join i n the social activities in your house\, this session is for you! More info rmal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (and out) social hour will prov ide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment. Register or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com . NOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, pleas e park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through the fenced yard rather than the front door. Th ere is a door to our space within the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20150123T1515140Z-469794-330@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150308T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150308T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 3/8-3/29 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20150204T1831480Z-469794-331@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140510T120000 SUMMARY:Socialization DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, you will work with your dog in the prese nce of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize body language\, how to re direct your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recognize your dog's 'threshhol d\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\, and ho w to encourage appropriate play behavior. After our discussions\, you'll a pply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the othe r participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely participate i n the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this workshop\, you will work with y
our dog in the presence of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize body
language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recognize y
our dog's 'threshhold\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalate towa
rd your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. After our di
scussions\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play s
ession with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to
safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog re
direct to something fun using games and activities.
Register wi
th giffydog@gmail.com.
During this workshop\, you will work with y
our dog in the presence of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize body
language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recognize y
our dog's 'threshhold\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalate towa
rd your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. After our di
scussions\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play s
ession with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to
safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog re
direct to something fun using games and activities.
Register wi
th giffydog@gmail.com.
Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1526540Z-469794-334@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150505T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150505T200000 SUMMARY:Puppy Bonding @ Maplebrook\, Tues. 5/5-5/26 DESCRIPTION:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a su ccessful and enriching life as a member of your family? If so\, this class is for you. Sharing your life with your puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, play\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, healthy\, happy relationship with your p uppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future . Because puppies are busy\, we'll change paces a lot during our session s to keep them engaged the whole time. To register\, contact giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Have you gotten a new puppy within the last few months? Are you trying to decide what to do with him/her\, how to set him/her up for a successful and enriching life as a member of your family ? If so\, this class is for you. \;
\nSharing your life with you r puppy should be fun\, but it can be stressful at first. Using games\, pl ay\, and positive methods\, we'll teach you how to build a strong\, health y\, happy relationship with your puppy and lay the foundation for whatever training you pursue in the future. \;
\nBecause puppies are bu sy\, we'll change paces a lot during our sessions to keep them engaged the whole time. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1528130Z-469794-335@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T104500 SUMMARY:FREE: Puppy Preview @ Maplebrook DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, w on't you? Puppy Preview: Designed to give prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this session will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine information and fun to show you how Giffy t raining works. Bring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite t reats\, and your questions. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gma il.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you the scoop\, we offer monthly FREE s essions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nPuppy Preview: Designed to gi ve prospective students a sampling of our Puppy Bonding class\, this sessi on will a fun introduction to some of our methods. We'll combine informati on and fun to show you how Giffy training works. \;
\nBring your puppy\, a big supply of your puppy's favorite treats\, and your questions . \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 65 1 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1529110Z-469794-336@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150131T114500 SUMMARY:FREE: Ask the trainer @ Maplebrook DESCRIPTION:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Maplebrook Pet Care Center \, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthl y FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? Ask the trainer is an informal\, dr op in (for humans only) session where you can ask any questions you have a bout sharing your life and home with your dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavioral modifications\, or any thing el se dog-related. We'll do our best to answer them. RSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail.com or 651 592 1264 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Giffy dog is now offering classes at Mapleb rook Pet Care Center\, and to give you an opportunity to learn more about us\, we offer monthly FREE sessions. Join us\, won't you? \;
\nA sk the trainer is an informal\, drop in (for humans only) session where yo u can ask any questions you have about sharing your life and home with you r dog. Bring questions about your challenges\, training methods\, behavior al modifications\, or any thing else dog-related. We'll do our best to ans wer them. \;
\nRSVP preferred but not required: Giffydog@gmail. com or 651 592 1264
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Maplebrook Pet Care Center\, 2811 White Bear Avenue\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 UID:20150123T1530080Z-469794-337@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150208T193000 SUMMARY:Socialization DESCRIPTION:During this workshop\, you will work with your dog in the prese nce of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize body language\, how to re direct your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recognize your dog's 'threshhol d\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalate toward your dog\, and ho w to encourage appropriate play behavior. After our discussions\, you'll a pply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play session with the othe r participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to safely participate i n the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog redirect to something fun using games and activities. Register with giffydog@gmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:During this workshop\, you will work with y
our dog in the presence of other dogs. You'll learn how to recognize body
language\, how to redirect your dog if s/he escalates\, how to recognize y
our dog's 'threshhold\,' what do do if another dog begins to escalate towa
rd your dog\, and how to encourage appropriate play behavior. After our di
scussions\, you'll apply what you've learned in a safe\, supervised play s
ession with the other participating dogs. NOTE: If your dog isn't able to
safely participate in the play session\, we'll work on helping your dog re
direct to something fun using games and activities.
Register wi
th giffydog@gmail.com.
This session is tailor made for the shy dog living in your home. Perhaps s/he hides under the bed when activity occur s in your house? Or maybe s/he trembles whenever new people come over? Or when you talk? Does it seem like your dog never has any fun?
\nIf yo ur dog is hesitant to join in the social activities in your house\, this s ession is for you! More informal than a class\, this 4:00-6:00 drop in (an d out) social hour will provide your dog an opportunity to socialize with other people and dogs in our safe\, homey environment.
\nRegister or ask questions at giffydog@gmail.com.
\nNOTE: Safety is important to us at Giffy. If your dog is nervous\, please park on Chatsworth\, unload toward the sidewalk rather than the street\, enter the property through th e fenced yard rather than the front door. There is a door to our space wit hin the fenced area on the Northwest corner of the building.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20150204T1836540Z-469794-339@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150503T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150503T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Sun. 5/17-6/7 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20150604T1802490Z-469794-340@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150503T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150503T193000 SUMMARY:NB1+: Bonding Plus\, Private group\, Sun. 5/3-6/7 DESCRIPTION:This New Beginnings class will help you build a trust-based rel ationship with your dog while addressing challenging behaviors and basic t raining concepts. Because we have developed an individualized approach\, t opics are subject to change based on the needs of enrolled teams. Meets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. To register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl. No cla ss Mother's day or Memorial Day weekend. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This New Beginnings class wi ll help you build a trust-based relationship with your dog while addressin g challenging behaviors and basic training concepts. Because we have devel oped an individualized approach\, topics are subject to change based on th e needs of enrolled teams. \;
\nMeets 4 sessions for 1 1/2 hours per session\; limited to 4 dogs. \;
\nTo register\, contact giffydog@gmail.com or call 651 592 1264 and ask for Cheryl.
\nNo class Mother's day or Memorial Day weekend.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:978 Front Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN 55103 UID:20150604T1803420Z-469794-341@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160110T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160110T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Introduction to Clicker Mechanics DESCRIPTION:This is the first session in the Clicker Foundations course and should be attended without your dog. Using games and activities\, you wil l learn: 1. How clicker training works\, 2. How to hold a clicker properly and when to click\, and 3. What reinforcers work well and how to deliver them. To attend other sessions in the Clicker Foundations course\, you mus t attend this session first or receive instructor permission. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This is the first session in the Clicker Fo undations course and should be attended without your dog. Using games and activities\, you will learn:
1. How clicker training works\,
2. How to hold a clicker properly and when to click\, and
3. Wh at reinforcers work well and how to deliver them.
To attend other sessions in the Clicker Foundations course\, you must attend this session first or receive instructor permission.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1928540Z-469794-342@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160117T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160117T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Capturing\, Shaping\, and Name DESCRIPTION:This session works well as the first session with your dog. In it\, you will learn: 1. What capturing is\, 2. What shaping is\, and 3. A dding a cue Activities will include: capturing a behavior\, teaching your dog to respond to his/her name Prerequisit: Clicker Foundations introduct ory session X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session works well as the first sessio n with your dog. In it\, you will learn: \;
1. What capturing is\,
2. What shaping is\, and
3. Adding a cue
Acti vities will include: capturing a behavior\, teaching your dog to respond t o his/her name \;
Prerequisit: Clicker Foundations introductor y session
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160102T2329580Z-469794-343@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160124T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160124T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Targeting and Sit DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn: 1. How targeting works as a foundational skill\, 2. How to teach your target to target\, and 3. Vari ous methods for teaching sit. Activities will include: paw targeting\, fo llowing a target\, greet with a sit Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn: \;
1. How targeting works as a foundational skill\, \;
2. H ow to teach your target to target\, and \;
3. Various methods for teaching sit. \;
Activities will include: paw targeting\, following a target\, greet with a sit
Requirement: Registration fo r Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations cl ass
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160102T2326250Z-469794-344@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160131T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160131T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Polite Walking and Wait DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Teach your dog to walk at your side and focus on you in the presence of distractions\, 2. B uild a reinforcement schedule and raise criteria so your that dog is succe ssful\, and 3. Teach your dog to wait at a boundary in the presence of dis tractions. Activities will include: walking with with and without distrac tions\, waiting at a boundary with and without distractions Requirement: R egistration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Teach your dog to walk at your side and focus on you in th e presence of distractions\, \;
2. Build a reinforcement sched ule and raise criteria so your that dog is successful\, and
3. Tea ch your dog to wait at a boundary in the presence of distractions. \;< /p>
Activities will include: walking with with and without distraction s\, waiting at a boundary with and without distractions
Requiremen t: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clic ker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1929190Z-469794-345@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151231T194500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151231T204500 SUMMARY:NB2: Confidence-building (OE) RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20161231;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION:Together\, we will help you and your dog explore small\, fun ch allenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simple as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games\, stepping over obs tacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, a nd more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confid ent!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Be ginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescued dogs. Instructor a pproval or ½ hour private consult needed to take the class without level o ne. New Beginnings classes are a combination of activities and discussio n. Class sizes are small\, with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we ca n give you lots of personal attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience cla ss. Because this is an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which allows you flexibility for your summer schedule. Registe r with giffydog@gmail.com\, or call 651 592 1264 for information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Together\, we will help you and your dog ex plore small\, fun challenges in our New Beginnings 2 class--things as simp le as walking around obstructions or weaving around things\, playing games \, stepping over obstacles\, walking on various surfaces\, learning how to use a touch toy\, and more. With each accomplishment your dog will become increasingly confident!This 4-session course (1 hour per session) is the second in our New Beginnings series for shy-fearful\, reserved\, or rescue d dogs. Instructor approval or ½\; hour private consult needed to ta ke the class without level one. \; \;
New Beginnings class
es are a combination of activities and discussion. Class sizes are small\,
with no more than 3 dogs per trainer\, so we can give you lots of persona
l attention. Note\, this is NOT an obedience class. \;Because this is
an open enrollment class\, you can choose which weeks to attend\, which al
lows you flexibility for your summer schedule.
Register with&n
bsp\;giffydog@gmail.com\, or call
651 592 1264 for information. \;
This 1 1/2-hour workshop is intended for do gs that are easily distracted by animals or people when they're on walks a s well as those that can escalate when they see other dogs. Designed with the 'bad mannered' dog in mind\, we'll help you understand your dog's trig gers\, keep your dog below threshold\, and develop skills to confidently h andle your dog when s/he encounters distractions. We will teach you how to keep your dog focused and calm so your walks become more enjoyable for yo u and your dog.
Classes will be held inside until dogs are able to comfortably walk outside with one another and other distractions. Class s ize is limited to four dogs\, and we \;do have a private space for dog s that aren't comfortable working with other dogs present.
We use motivation and science-based methods only and \;never recommend correc tion or correction-based equipment as a means of training your dog.
< p>Register with \;giffydog@gmail.c om\, or call 651 592 1264.This 1 1/2-hour workshop is intended for do gs that are easily distracted by animals or people when they're on walks a s well as those that can escalate when they see other dogs. Designed with the 'bad mannered' dog in mind\, we'll help you understand your dog's trig gers\, keep your dog below threshold\, and develop skills to confidently h andle your dog when s/he encounters distractions. We will teach you how to keep your dog focused and calm so your walks become more enjoyable for yo u and your dog.
Classes will be held inside until dogs are able to comfortably walk outside with one another and other distractions. Class s ize is limited to four dogs\, and we \;do have a private space for dog s that aren't comfortable working with other dogs present.
We use motivation and science-based methods only and \;never recommend correc tion or correction-based equipment as a means of training your dog.
< p>Register with \;giffydog@gmail.c om\, or call 651 592 1264.This is the first session in the Clicker Fo undations course and should be attended without your dog. Using games and activities\, you will learn:
1. How clicker training works\,
2. How to hold a clicker properly and when to click\, and
3. Wh at reinforcers work well and how to deliver them.
To attend other sessions in the Clicker Foundations course\, you must attend this session first or receive instructor permission.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1906480Z-469794-349@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160522T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160522T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Capturing\, Shaping\, and Name DESCRIPTION:This session works well as the first session with your dog. In it\, you will learn: 1. What capturing is\, 2. What shaping is\, and 3. A dding a cue Activities will include: capturing a behavior\, teaching your dog to respond to his/her name Prerequisit: Clicker Foundations introduct ory session X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:This session works well as the first sessio n with your dog. In it\, you will learn: \;
1. What capturing is\,
2. What shaping is\, and
3. Adding a cue
Acti vities will include: capturing a behavior\, teaching your dog to respond t o his/her name \;
Prerequisit: Clicker Foundations introductor y session
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1907460Z-469794-350@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160605T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160605T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Targeting and Sit DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn: 1. How targeting works as a foundational skill\, 2. How to teach your target to target\, and 3. Vari ous methods for teaching sit. Activities will include: paw targeting\, fo llowing a target\, greet with a sit Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn: \;
1. How targeting works as a foundational skill\, \;
2. H ow to teach your target to target\, and \;
3. Various methods for teaching sit. \;
Activities will include: paw targeting\, following a target\, greet with a sit
Requirement: Registration fo r Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations cl ass
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1908250Z-469794-351@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160612T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Polite Walking and Wait DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Teach your dog to walk at your side and focus on you in the presence of distractions\, 2. B uild a reinforcement schedule and raise criteria so your that dog is succe ssful\, and 3. Teach your dog to wait at a boundary in the presence of dis tractions. Activities will include: walking with with and without distrac tions\, waiting at a boundary with and without distractions Requirement: R egistration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Teach your dog to walk at your side and focus on you in th e presence of distractions\, \;
2. Build a reinforcement sched ule and raise criteria so your that dog is successful\, and
3. Tea ch your dog to wait at a boundary in the presence of distractions. \;< /p>
Activities will include: walking with with and without distraction s\, waiting at a boundary with and without distractions
Requiremen t: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clic ker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T1929470Z-469794-352@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160626T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160626T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Down and Mine/Take It DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Shape a down behav ior with duration\, 2. Build to giving cues from a distance\, 3. Teach yo ur dog ignore food on the floor\, and 4. Teach your dog to wait for treats . Activities will include: Shaping a down\, building duration\, giving cu es from a distance\, ignoring treats\, teaching paired behaviors Requireme nt: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Cli cker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Shape a down behavior with duration\, \;
2. Bu ild to giving cues from a distance\,
3. Teach your dog ignore food on the floor\, and
4. Teach your dog to wait for treats. \;
Activities will include: Shaping a down\, building duration\, givin g cues from a distance\, ignoring treats\, teaching paired behaviors
Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously c ompleted Clicker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T2143410Z-469794-355@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160207T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160207T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Down and Mine/Take It DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Shape a down behav ior with duration\, 2. Build to giving cues from a distance\, 3. Teach yo ur dog ignore food on the floor\, and 4. Teach your dog to wait for treats . Activities will include: Shaping a down\, building duration\, giving cu es from a distance\, ignoring treats\, teaching paired behaviors Requireme nt: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Cli cker Foundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Shape a down behavior with duration\, \;
2. Bu ild to giving cues from a distance\,
3. Teach your dog ignore food on the floor\, and
4. Teach your dog to wait for treats. \;
Activities will include: Shaping a down\, building duration\, givin g cues from a distance\, ignoring treats\, teaching paired behaviors
Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously c ompleted Clicker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T2145210Z-469794-356@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160703T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160703T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Recall and Settle DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Motivate your dog to return to you quickly with distractions\, 2. Teach your dog to settle\ , and 3. Teach your dog to settle within a boundary. Activities will inc lude: Recall using shaping or targeting\, shaping your dog to lie on a mat and add cue\, shape your dog to settle within a boundary Requirement: Re gistration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker F oundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Motivate your dog to return to you quickly with distractio ns\, \;
2. Teach your dog to settle\, and \;
3. Te ach your dog to settle within a boundary. \;
Activities will i nclude: Recall using shaping or targeting\, shaping your dog to lie on a m at and add cue\, shape your dog to settle within a boundary \;
Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously com pleted Clicker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T2153280Z-469794-358@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260411T033357Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160214T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160214T191500 SUMMARY:Clicker Foundations: Recall and Settle DESCRIPTION:In this session\, you will learn how to: 1. Motivate your dog to return to you quickly with distractions\, 2. Teach your dog to settle\ , and 3. Teach your dog to settle within a boundary. Activities will inc lude: Recall using shaping or targeting\, shaping your dog to lie on a mat and add cue\, shape your dog to settle within a boundary Requirement: Re gistration for Clicker Foundations class or previously completed Clicker F oundations class X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:In this session\, you will learn how to:&nb sp\;
1. Motivate your dog to return to you quickly with distractio ns\, \;
2. Teach your dog to settle\, and \;
3. Te ach your dog to settle within a boundary. \;
Activities will i nclude: Recall using shaping or targeting\, shaping your dog to lie on a m at and add cue\, shape your dog to settle within a boundary \;
Requirement: Registration for Clicker Foundations class or previously com pleted Clicker Foundations class
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Giffy dog UID:20160612T2153500Z-469794-359@localendar.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR