Course Details
3 WEEK CLASS - Join Certified Control Unleashed Instructor Kim Palermo in teaching your dog the versatile Control Unleashed protocol, Voluntary Sharing. Originally created for dogs who resource guard, it turns out that this game can actually help with so much more, such as:
- Introducing your dog to the concept of a Start Button
- Waiting turns for training
- Arousal management around people, dogs, or other animals
- Sharing attention and affection
- Cooperative care and husbandry
- And so much more!
This class will first go over the different types of Start Buttons—One and Done, Duration, and Dog’s Choice—and how to teach them. Next, you will learn how to build the picture of Voluntary Sharing for your dog, introduce a neutral helper (such as a stuffed animal), and finally incorporate another person or animal into the picture. From there, it’s pick-your-path based on your needs for the game! This class will be fun, creative, and you’ll build a wonderful way for your dog to communicate their needs to you!
Teaching Approach:
Instructor: Kim PalermoKim Palermo CPDT-KA (she/her) is a Certified Control Unleashed Instructor and ACE (Animal Centred Education) Practitioner. She specializes in teaching Control Unleashed and ACE Free Work with private clients, teaches a high volume of in-person CU classes, and incorporates CU into all of her membership-style group pet dog classes for her dog training business, BlueDog, located north of Boston...(Click here for full instructor bio)
