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Sunday, September 20 at 3:00pm Introduction to Scent Work is a fun and unique way to engage your dog’s natural abilities! This seminar introduces the foundations of scent work, teaching dogs to use their noses, problem-solve, and work independently from their owners in a productive way. It is a great opportunity to build your dog’s confidence, provide mental enrichment, and strengthen your bond while learning something new together. Dogs must be comfortable in a crate to attend.
10:00am South Slope- meet in front of the parking garage at 45 Federal Alley Wandering Wags is a guided pack walk exclusively for current Ruff Life clients, held on the last Sunday of each month. These outings are designed to help dogs and their humans practice training skills in real-world environments while receiving support and coaching from our training team. Each excursion begins with a short mini-lesson, where we introduce a training focus and review practical strategies you can immediately apply during the walk. From there, participants engage in hands-on, guided practice as we move together as a group, working on skills such as loose-leash walking, neutrality around other dogs and people, engagement with handlers, and calm behavior in stimulating environments. Pack walks provide valuable opportunities for dogs to build confidence, improve social skills, and learn to exist calmly around distractions while maintaining appropriate structure and guidance. For owners, Wandering Wags offers continued learning, real-time coaching, and a chance to connect with other Ruff Life clients who are working toward similar goals. The shared experience creates a supportive community environment where both dogs and humans can grow their confidence, strengthen relationships, and enjoy training together beyond a traditional class setting.
Sunday, December 6 at 11:00 AM Get your pup holiday-ready before the guests arrive! This seminar focuses on practical house manners such as polite greetings, settling around visitors, staying off counters and furniture when asked, and creating calm routines during busy gatherings. Perfect for helping your dog navigate the extra excitement of the holiday season.
Sunday, December 13 at 11:00 AM Your dog can do more than sit and stay! Come try fun, brain-boosting activities like scent work, tricks, agility, conditioning, and more. This seminar is all about discovering new ways to challenge your dog, build confidence, and have more fun together.

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