October 3-4 | Martinez, CA2026 Leash Skills WORKSHOP
Does your dog…
Pull you down the street, to the grass, to every bush
Get over-excited or lunges toward other dogs or people on walks
Get distracted easily and tunes you out
Want to just sniff everything, or maybe they don’t want to walk at all
Not care about treats on walks
Do you wish that you could actually enjoy walking your dog?
If any of this sounds familiar, this workshop is for you!
This 2-day workshop will teach you all the skills you need to get the enjoyable, loose leash walk you’ve been dreaming of. Keep reading for more info!
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The foundations of how Angie teaches leash work, including:
How to communicate with your dog clearly and safely through the leash
The mechanics of leash pressure, and why certain tools are better for communication (and safety) than others
How to use tools like the slip leash safely and effectively
How to create patterned movement and why that helps
How to use food in a way that builds connection instead of distraction
How to work through distractions, excitement, and reactivity
Basics of dog psychology and how it applies to the walk
How the nervous system and your relationship affect the walk
How to get your dog to respond to you and become someone your dog actually wants to follow
How to communicate with your dog clearly with your body language and energy
How to read your dog’s body language and what to do about it
How to feel more confident when walking your dog
The broader pieces to the puzzle, including:
50% off the State of Mind Dog Training Crate Training Guide
A free copy of the State of Mind Dog Training Leash Skills e-book (given out ahead of the workshop)
10% off a future training package (purchased within 3 months of workshop)
Attendees also get:
This isn’t just obedience. You’ll leave the workshop feeling not only more confident on your walks, but more connected with your dog.
The DETAILS
WhenSaturday & Sunday October 3-4, 2026
9:00 am - 4:00 pm both days
TimeMartinez, CA (address provided after registration)
Location$500 | Limited to 5 spots | You and your dog (and partner, if applicable) work hands-on all weekend.
Working Spot$300 | Limited to 10 spots | You attend and learn without your dog present (only 1 person per audit spot).
Audit SpotDogs must be 8 months or older and up to date on rabies, DHLPP, and bordetella vaccines. Proof of vaccination is required at least 2 weeks prior to the workshop date.
Dogs must be crate trained (i.e. calm and quiet in the crate even during the day and even when they know you and other people or dogs are around. If you need help with crate training, get my crate training guide! You get 50% off the Crate Guide if you register for the workshop!
This workshop is not for dogs with aggression or serious behavioral concerns. This is a leash skills workshop where dogs will be working around other dogs and people. Though mild dog reactivity is ok, if your dog needs behavior rehab, this is not the place to start; reach out to Angie and we can talk about other training options that will be a better fit.
Requirements
How to Join
Spots are limited and all working dogs will be pre-screened so that we can make sure it's the right fit for you and your dog:
Apply — click the link below to fill out a short intake form
Screening — for Working Spots, we may follow up with a brief 15-minute call
Accepted? — you'll receive a link to reserve your spot and pay
