Improved Precision for K9 Sports
A 30 Day Body Awareness Program to:
Sharper Focus
Sharpen your dog's mental focus and acuity.
Improved Precision
Improve your dog's ability to place their body exactly where intended with improved precision and accuracy.
Stronger Connections
Help your dog connect the mind and body, while also connecting to you.
Looking to improve your dog's precision?
Thinking your canine athlete needs better focus in her next performance?
Hoping to connect your dog's mind and body, while connecting to you too?
This four-week online program will help you do just that!
Your next four weeks are filled with specifically chosen exercises, easily understood physiology, and training assistance all geared to improving your dog's precision and mental focus through body awareness exercises. Take body awareness to the next level with this program!
In this targeted program you will:
- Learn 17 carefully selected body awareness exercises, designed to increasingly challenge your dog's proprioception, progressing from beginner to advanced.
- Master focus drills to include in your pre-performance warm-ups to sharpen your dog's mental game.
- Understand the science and physiology of body awareness so we can efficiently increase the accuracy of our performance dogs.
- Discover 6 different ways to use a proprioceptive ladder.
- Receive step-by-step instructions on building the perfect ladder to challenge your dog's proprioception (Hint: it's not the same for every dog!)
- Find one method to progressing your dog to independent lateral movement.
- AND get practical tips on how to train the exercises so your dog can improve quickly!
"I am enjoying the programme a lot.... It's a great range of exercises, ... and I can see the differences as we go forward. "
Sara Rosenblatt
"This course has been amazing. I hope you are planning on having a separate course for each level and category on the pyramid... It has particularly helped me understand the level of proprioception in my younger Border Collie. Especially important for me to know as he learns the contact obstacles…"
Rene W. and Tweed
"I LOVED the course. I like the way you presented the material with clear explanations and pictures/videos. Your pictures of the dog with the line graphic showing the flat top line, head position, etc. were nicely done."
Terri Schmidt and Gromit and Belle
30 Lessons Over Four Weeks — Plus Two Bonus Days and a Body Awareness Workout
Included in this targeted program:
- 17 progressive body awareness exercises - each with a Video Tutorial and written instructions, showing proper form for the best results.
- Video review: send us video of your dog working and get feedback on exercise form, handler mechanics, and equipment setup.
- Practical tips on how to train the exercises so your dog can improve quickly!
- What you need to know on what body awareness is - and what it isn't.
- Lifetime access so you can visit and revisit lessons.
Developed by a Rehab Veterinarian
The program was developed by veterinarian Dr. Sonnet Jarvis, who focuses exclusively on sports medicine and physical rehabilitation in her rehab clinic, along with Michelle Fromm, CCFT and lifetime dog sports trainer and enthusiast:
- Developed from working with athletes, both, in their sport, and in the rehab clinic for over 10 years.
- Both are Certified Canine Fitness Trainers through the University of Tennessee, which Dr. Sonnet helped design and teach to canine coaches.
- Real life training advice from years of practical experience.
FAQ
Your most frequently asked questions answered here.
What equipment will I need for this program?
- This program uses simple equipment - items you can find around your home or readily make inexpensively: a platform for your dog to stand on, a proprioceptive ladder, and two smaller platforms/boxes. A detailed list with exact dimensions and instructions for your dog's proprioceptive ladder, will be emailed to you upon enrolling.
My dog is a beginner/more advanced with body awareness. Is this program appropriate?
- Yes! This program is appropriate for dogs at all levels! Beginner or advanced, you and your dog will learn something new as the exercises progress in difficulty. This program is low-impact and appropriate for puppies 6 months and older and will also keep older and senior dogs engaged mentally and physically too!
How do I access the lessons in the program?
- When you enroll you will need to create an account with us, if you don't already have one. Lessons are released weekly, and you will receive an email every other day with a brief summary and link to your current lessons. Click the link and login to your account to begin the lesson.
Can I get a refund?
- Enrollment fees are nonrefundable, but you will have lifetime access to the program content so you can go at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime.
Do you offer support?
- Your program includes a video review - send us video of your dog working and get feedback on exercise form, handler mechanics, and equipment setup. You may also comment or ask questions in any of the lessons, or email us at [email protected] anytime for assistance. We are here to help!
How long is registration open?
- Registration is open all year long but the benefits of improved focus, precision and body awareness only begin once you start the program. Join today to start right away!