Feathers & Focus: Fun Field Skills for Sporting Dogs. Reward, Based Intensive Workshop

Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm UTC-05:00

Moir Park | Bloomington

Positive Gun Dogs of Minnesota
Publisher/HostPositive Gun Dogs of Minnesota
Feathers & Focus: Fun Field Skills for Sporting Dogs. Reward, Based Intensive Workshop
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Feathers & Focus: Fun Field Skills for Sporting Dogs
Reward-Based Intensive Workshop
πŸ“ Bloomington, MN (Twin Cities Area)
⏱️ 2.5-Hour Hands-On Intensive
🎯 Limited Working Spots for Individual Coaching
Have a sporting breed dog?
Labs, Goldens, German Shorthaired Pointers, Spaniels, Vizslas… dogs bred to hunt, think, and work.
πŸ‘‰ Whether you hunt or not, we’ll show you how to channel that instinct into focus, skill, and real-world control.
πŸ‘‰ Only a small number of working spots are available so we can provide real one-on-one coaching.
πŸ’² Pricing
🐺 Early Bird (Ends March 9)
β€’ 1 Handler / 1 Dog: $155
β€’ 2 Handlers / 1 Dog: $185
πŸ”₯ Regular Pricing
β€’ 1 Handler / 1 Dog: $175
β€’ 2 Handlers / 1 Dog: $205
πŸ‘€ Audit Spot (No Dog)
Ideal for those who want to learn without bringing a dog.
β€’ Early Bird: $85
β€’ Regular: $95
Turn Your Dog’s Drive Into Focus, Skill, and Control
If your dog:
β€’ Chases birds, squirrels, or anything that moves
β€’ Gets overstimulated outdoors
β€’ Has tons of drive but no clear direction
β€’ Struggles to listen once excitement kicks in
πŸ‘‰ This workshop gives you a clear, structured way to work with your dog’s instincts instead of fighting against them.
This Is NOT a Typical Dog Training Class
This is a small-group, hands-on intensive where:
βœ” You and your dog are actively working (not sitting and watching)
βœ” Trainers coach you in real time
βœ” You get individual guidance and adjustments
βœ” We meet your dog exactly where they are
This is about doing, not just learning.
A Different Kind of Gun Dog Training
No force.
No pressure.
No outdated methods.
We use reward-based, positive reinforcement training to build a dog who:
Thinks before reacting
Channels drive into purpose
Works with you instead of against you
We call this the Thinking Gun Dog.
What You’ll Work On (With Your Dog)
πŸ”₯ Retrieve-building games (even for dogs who won’t pick up yet)
πŸ”₯ Steadiness β€” teaching your dog to think instead of launch
πŸ”₯ Field search using natural scenting ability
πŸ”₯ Send-out skills (building independence and direction)
πŸ”₯ Real-world outdoor focus and engagement
All exercises are adapted to your dog’s level.
Who This Is For
βœ” Sporting breeds (Labs, Goldens, Spaniels, Vizslas, Pointers, Setters, etc.)
βœ” High-drive pet dogs who need a job
βœ” Hunting dogs or future hunting prospects
βœ” Twin Cities dog owners looking for positive, reward-based training
πŸ‘‰ No hunting experience required.
Why This Matters
Sporting dogs were bred to:
β€’ Move
β€’ Think
β€’ Problem-solve
β€’ Work with a human partner
When those instincts aren’t channeled, they show up as:
❌ Overexcitement
❌ Pulling and chaos outdoors
❌ Ignoring commands
❌ Frustration for both of you
This workshop gives your dog a clear outlet and purpose.
Location
πŸ“ Moir Park in Bloomington, MN
Easy access from Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina, Richfield, Burnsville, and surrounding Twin Cities suburbs
⚠️ Limited Spots
This is intentionally a small-group intensive to allow for:
πŸ‘‰ One-on-one coaching
πŸ‘‰ Real-time feedback
πŸ‘‰ Better results in less time
Once working spots are full, they’re full.
Reserve Your Spot Now: Sign up starting soon.
Early Bird pricing ends March 9 β€” don’t wait.
🧠 Dogs that think for themselves succeed.
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Moir Park, 10344 Morgan Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55431, United States, Bloomington

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