Starts September 15th 2022
Space is limited for a small and interactive group
Hello and thank you for being here and for considering the You and Your Dog as equals program . This program is designed just for us people who think of our dogs as being no different than us.
Of course there are some obvious differences, like body type and overall hairiness and the desire to smell and often eat pooh. But you are in the right place if you think of your dog as having mental and emotional experiences and perceptions a lot like you. Even more so if you see yourself and your dog both as spiritual beings.
This is the perspective we approach our dogs from. Making sure they have the chance to process and think and come to their own agreements and decisions about what we are asking them to do. Letting it be a conversation that isn’t manipulated by the artificial pressure of positive or negative reinforcement. Knowing they need to understand it fully before they can commit to it.
The shamanic dog training lessons and principles guide you with simplicity and practicality through this process.
You don’t need any previous knowledge or experience – just a willingness to meet your dog where they are. So that in return they are willing to meet you in that same place.
If this feels right for you, I whole heartedly invite you to join the program. I hope to see you there!
Warmly,
Tamryn Fudge
~ founder and teacher of shamanic dog training
The 5 Life Skills
Everything you and your dog need
With the 5 Life Skills, you will be able to handle any situation.
They are practical and simple to teach. They are even easier for your dog to learn, because they are designed to make complete sense to your dog.
Come when Called
Keeping your dog close and connected to you is one of our main priorities. You will feel more confident right from the start. Learn multiple recall tools, including an emergency recall.
Don't Pull on The Leash
When your dog pulls on the leash it can sometimes ruin the walk. Your dog will learn to monitor the pressure they put on the leash - all by themselves. When your dog is easier on the leash, you want to do more things together.
manners: be polite in social situations
There are 4 Manners Agreements in shamanic dog training. Noise manners, play manners, food manners and people manners. Plus the bonus manners: other dogs. Teach your dog to handle more situations with manners.
STOP! ON COMMAND
Your dog will learn to freeze in place when you say the word. The safety and trust this creates can be a game changer. It is a simple tool that dogs learn very quickly and easily.
DON'T LEAVE THE HOUSE OR YARD OR VEHICLE WITHOUT PERMISSION
Your dog remains inside the house or yard or vehicle until you check the coast is clear and give the okay. It means more safety and freedom during everyday moments. Your dog can be included and trusted in more circumstances.
The 5 Life Skills
Everything you and your dog need
With the 5 Life Skills, you will be able to handle any situation.
They are practical and simple to teach. They are even easier for your dog to learn, because they are designed to make complete sense to your dog.
Come when Called
Keeping your dog close and connected to you is one of our main priorities. You will feel more confident right from the start. Learn multiple recall tools, including an emergency recall.
Don't Pull on The Leash
When your dog pulls on the leash it can sometimes ruin the walk. Your dog will learn to monitor the pressure they put on the leash - all by themselves. When your dog is easier on the leash, you want to do more things together.
manners: be polite in social situations
There are 4 Manners Agreements in shamanic dog training. Noise manners, play manners, food manners and people manners. Plus the bonus manners: other dogs. Teach your dog to handle more situations with manners.
STOP! ON COMMAND
Your dog will learn to freeze in place when you say the word. The safety and trust this creates can be a game changer. It is a simple tool that dogs learn very quickly and easily.
DON'T LEAVE THE HOUSE OR YARD OR VEHICLE WITHOUT PERMISSION
Your dog remains inside the house or yard or vehicle until you check the coast is clear and give the okay. It means more safety and freedom during everyday moments. Your dog can be included and trusted in more circumstances.
This is Duma
“We had a lot of challenges before the class with leash pulling, overly-excited encounters with other dogs (ie. Duma screaming) and sometimes avoiding bringing Duma out because of the potentially stressful situations.
Since then, all of these things have improved. We still experience some pulling on the leash and definitely some Duma screams. I think the thing that’s changed the most is my approach to those situations. I feel like I can meet her where she’s at more instead of getting upset.
I think there’s still definitely work to do, but I’m not attached to perfection anymore. I’m realizing that these things take time and commitment. Duma has improved a lot in many areas and I would love to do more work with her.”~ Kimberly L (British Columbia, Canada)
Learn to Apply
Shamanic dog training Principles
This is the body of knowledge that shamanic dog training is built upon. When you know the theories behind the techniques, you can make take things further and make them your own. You're not just following a set of rules. Instead you know why you and your dog are doing what you are doing.
The Shamanic Dog Training Pyramid
You will learn to master the 3 arms to shamanic dog training:
• The Process: Understanding, Connecting & Teaching
• The Container: Fluidity, Right Relationship & Unconditional Love
• The Tools: Kindness, Showing & Speaking
Dynamic Equilibrium
The amount of support your dog needs from you depends on the situation - something that can even change from moment to moment. Dynamic Equilibrium helps you gauge how and when to best support your dog.
Mapping Your Dog
At just a glance you will understand your dog's body language and see their mental and emotional state. Use calming exercises to help your dog process their emotions and move into more calm and peaceful states of being. This supportive understanding creates space and ease.
Intrinsic Learning
Intrinsic learning is used in hard boundaries, leashwork and manners lessons. It involves teaching and trusting your dog to make their own decisions. This simple and practical technique introduces an entirely new dimension to your relationship with your dog.
The 5 Freedoms
The 5 Freedoms is the backbone of shamanic dog training.
• Off-Leash Lifestyle: take your dog off-leash anywhere
• Relaxed Lifestyle: nothing gets you flustered
• Inclusive Lifestyle: take your dog everywhere
• Best Friends Lifestyle: be best friends with your dog
•Freedom Lifestyle: do everything you want with your dog
Learn to Apply
Shamanic dog training Principles
This is the body of knowledge that shamanic dog training is built upon. When you know the theories behind the techniques, you can make take things further and make them your own. You're not just following a set of rules. Instead you know why you and your dog are doing what you are doing.
The Shamanic Dog Training Pyramid
You will learn to master the 3 arms to shamanic dog training:
• The Process: Understanding, Connecting & Teaching
• The Container: Fluidity, Right Relationship & Unconditional Love
• The Tools: Kindness, Showing & Speaking
Dynamic Equilibrium
The amount of support your dog needs from you depends on the situation - something that can even change from moment to moment. Dynamic Equilibrium helps you gauge how and when to best support your dog.
Mapping Your Dog
At just a glance you will understand your dog's body language and see their mental and emotional state. Use calming exercises to help your dog process their emotions and move into more calm and peaceful states of being. This supportive understanding creates space and ease.
Intrinsic Learning
Intrinsic learning is used in hard boundaries, leashwork and manners lessons. It involves teaching and trusting your dog to make their own decisions. This simple and practical technique introduces an entirely new dimension to your relationship with your dog.
The 5 Freedoms
The 5 Freedoms is the backbone of shamanic dog training.
• Off-Leash Lifestyle: take your dog off-leash anywhere
• Relaxed Lifestyle: nothing gets you flustered
• Inclusive Lifestyle: take your dog everywhere
• Best Friends Lifestyle: be best friends with your dog
•Freedom Lifestyle: do everything you want with your dog
This is Shanti
“My lil gal and I were dealing with how to best “train” her overactive reactivity and impulsivity.
The best realization was that it’s not about training these behaviors out of her it’s about she and I working in tandem to support her ability and mine to create a calm state for each other. It’s also not about limiting her experiences until she’s “trained” but about being open to creating opportunity for more growth through broadening her experiences.
This work was different in that other professionals kept emphasizing the sit, down, heel etc or muzzle use but through this work I realize those are management tools not tools that always promote growth. The other aspect is the encouragement to realize that every dog should have the opportunity to enjoy varied experiences with as much freedom as possible with safeguards if needed.
This course was a fabulous reminder of the partnership we can have with our animal companions and that this work is not about managing behavior but about holding space so we are learning our own deep lessons as we help our animal companions learn to navigate our human world.
I would highly recommend this course! I would encourage anyone considering the course to be open to learn and grow in their role as a human companion.”
~ Nora V (Colorado, USA)
What you can expect
During the program:
16 weekly LIVE online classes
Interactive classes with teacher and participants
LIVE classes with lessons, slides, demonstrations and practical applications. Connect with fellow participants, ask questions and interact with the teachings and tools to develop deeper understanding and grow with your dog each week.
Special access to additional video tutorials and lessons
For deeper learning and growth through understanding
Go further in your application of shamanic dog training. Your teaching material will include more demonstration videos, advanced teachings and troubleshooting. Go back anytime you want to deepen your knowledge and build your skills.
18 months access to course materials
Including all replays of LIVE online classes
You'll have have plenty of time to watch and review all the replays, lessons and tutorials - all in one spot and easy to access.
Private online community space
For support, feedback, discussion, problem solving and inspiration
We can go farther when we do it together. Our private online community space is your place to support each other as you make this incredible journey of transformation with your dogs together.
What you can expect
During the program:
16 weekly LIVE online classes
Interactive classes with teacher and participants
LIVE classes with lessons, slides, demonstrations and practical applications. Connect with fellow participants, ask questions and interact with the teachings and tools to develop deeper understanding and grow with your dog each week.
Special access to additional video tutorials and lessons
For deeper learning and growth through understanding
Go further in your application of shamanic dog training. Your teaching material will include more demonstration videos, advanced teachings and troubleshooting. Go back anytime you want to deepen your knowledge and build your skills.
Lifetime access to course materials
Including all replays of LIVE online classes and Q&A sessions
You'll have every replay, every tutorial, every Q&A session - all in one spot for as long as you need it.
Private community with participants
For support, feedback, discussion, problem solving and inspiration
We can go farther when we do it together. Your online community is your place to support each other as you make this incredible journey of transformation with your dogs together.
what people are saying about the online classes:
“I think the class portal was a phenomenal tool. Very easy to use. I loved having access to the recorded classes to rewatch and the extra [tutorial] videos.”
~ Anne K with Sophie, Australian shepherd
“It is clear that you have put a lot of care and thought into this course and it’s brilliant content!!”
~ Stephanie Z with Fraser, German shepherd dog
“I wasn’t sure how effective online dog training was going to be for someone in a different province without in-person help. But my initial concerns were unwarranted. Tamryn has prepared a well-organized and comprehensive program online that can work for anyone anywhere.
It includes power point slides to explain the concepts, video examples, tutorials, ample live discussion with other class members, practise sessions, reviews, dedicated Q & A sessions. resources to helpful equipment. etc. and more. Each class builds on the last session so as not to get overwhelmed.
And online access to all of the above is available to me whenever I need a review, along with continual support from all the participants as we post comments, questions and videos of our progress.”
~ Judy L with Ruedi, Bernese mountain dog
Why Group Classes Online?
Does it feel strange to consider dog training classes online? You might be surprised to know how great they work!
6 reasons online group classes are going to be amazing!! ♥♥
REPLAYS
You will be able to view replays of live classes at your leisure. If you miss a class, you will still get to watch it!
EXTENDED ACCESS
You will have 18 months access to all lessons, resources and live class replays. Plenty of time to return to lessons for refreshers, or when you are ready to take the next steps.
COMMUNITY
We will start together and stay together for the duration of the class. Lots of opportunity to support each other and stay connected.
LESS STRESSFUL
You can focus completely on the lessons, without needing to worry about your dog and their behaviour in the group setting. Without distractions, you will learn more consistently and with more ease.
LEARNING OPTIONS
Learn through video, written content, story-telling and case studies. If you prefer a certain learning style, you have options!
ACCESSIBILITY
You can join and watch classes from anywhere on your phone, tablet or computer. Classes fit more easily into your schedule.
This is Trooper
“Trooper is a new addition to our family and he was stressed. We needed help to learn him and his cues and how to make him more comfortable. Plus he has some challenging behaviour – barking, nipping, anxiety, over reactivity.
Learning his signals was key. And us being receptive to those signals has given him better ones! He shows many signs of being overwhelmed and stressed. And he doesn’t think when in this state. Getting him distracted, calmer and allowing him to do his own calming has worked well. Also giving him the opportunity to learn boundaries. He is a smart little guy!
We didn’t {try other training before] but I had heard that he didn’t respond at all well to being dominated. He will fight it and it perpetuates his fears. So understanding him has been a better approach.
We have modified how we work with him. We respect his space and communicate with him a lot. Brainstorming with the group helped with ideas for his unique issues. He is quite good on a leash and loves the long line when we can get out for more space. We have built trust and he calms down much quicker than before.
If you want to know your dog and really bring them in to your family, plus give them an enriched life where all the family can be happy together, then Shamanic training is an awesome way to work with your pet. You will also help your pet to cope with their emotions and learn to respect the family rules. “
~ Kristy J (British Columbia, Canda)
Meet Tamryn Fudge
Tamryn Fudge is the founder and teacher of shamanic dog training. She incorporates animal communication and shamanic principles with 25 years of dog training.
I've spent my lifetime getting closer to dogs. I've explored almost everything you can do with a dog. From agility to flyball and tracking. Therapy dog work and volunteer dog walking at shelters. Foster caring and pet sitting. My goal was to spend as much time as possible with dogs.
I owned 2 dog daycares and ran group classes for over a decade. I have always specialized in aggression and behaviour problems, offering private sessions to clients who need help with challenges.
I added animal communication and shamanic principles as I learned more about the depths of our connection with animals and nature. I love knowing that we are a part of creation and our dogs are our brothers and sisters.
These are the principles I love to share the most - that our dogs are our universal family. The more I learn about them, the less I want to boss them around. The more I want to hear what they have to say and learn their wisdom and gifts.
Meet Tamryn Fudge
Tamryn Fudge is the founder and teacher of shamanic dog training. She incorporates animal communication and shamanic principles with 25 years of dog training.
I've spent my lifetime getting closer to dogs. I've explored almost everything you can do with a dog. From agility to flyball and tracking. Therapy dog work and volunteer dog walking at shelters. Foster caring and pet sitting. My goal was to spend as much time as possible with dogs.
I owned 2 dog daycares and ran group classes for over a decade. I have always specialized in aggression and behaviour problems, offering private sessions to clients who need help with challenges.
I added animal communication and shamanic principles as I learned more about the depths of our connection with animals and nature. I love knowing that we are a part of creation and our dogs are our brothers and sisters.
These are the principles I love to share the most - that our dogs are our universal family. The more I learn about them, the less I want to boss them around. The more I want to hear what they have to say and learn their wisdom and gifts.
This is Ruedi
"I found it difficult to find the right approach to deal with Ruedi’s constant pulling on a leash, barking at me when he didn’t get his way, jumping up on the bed while trying to make it, and pushing me down the stairs to be first, as just a few examples of my growing rambunctious canine teenager’s frustrating behaviours.
Shamanic Dog Training and in particular the online program has been a game-changer for us. Tamryn’s intelligent, experienced, compassionate approach to building a relationship with our dogs focusses on essential principles and a few simple tools to create a mutually cooperative lifestyle that is not only loving, but respectful and inclusive. Ruedi and I are having so much fun together now, with minimal frustration.
I can’t thank Tamryn enough for helping me to help Ruedi grow and become the best that we can be together as a family with Shamanic Dog Training!"
~ Judy L (Saskatchewan, Canada)
Registration details
You and Your Dog is a
16-Week Program
Thursdays 9:30am PDT
Start date: September 15th 2022
Weekly classes
Thursdays 9:30am PDT
Start date:
September 15th 2022
Weekly classes
Thursdays 9:30am PDT
Start date:
September 15th 2022
Weekly classes
Space is limited ♥
Register now to reserve your spot
Regular Cost: $799 CAD
* Your Cost: $549 CAD
(plus applicable taxes)
Faq
You will get the most out of class if you attend the live classes. So will we. We all benefit when you are there to contribute your presence and your unique way of seeing things. However, if you are unable to attend a class (sigh – we will miss you!) a replay of the session will be available in your online course platform area.
First of all – we will miss you if you aren’t there with us in class! But if it cannot be avoided, please let your instructor know (Tamryn) that you will not be joining the live class. So she doesn’t worry that you are trying to get onto the call and having trouble accessing. Then you will be able to watch the replay and catch up with what was covered and taught and discussed among the class group.
To view and participate in the live classes, you will need a computer, up-to-date internet browser, and a high speed internet connection. You will also need a webcam and microphone (usually already built in to your device).
There are several ways to present your questions and get them answered:
Publicly:
- Ask during a live class
- Post a question in the activity feed of the private online community – not only will your instructor Tamryn answer the question, but your fellow participants can offer support as well.
Privately:
- Send Tamryn an email at tamryn@theshamanicdogtrainer.com
- Send Tamryn a private message from within the private online community
NOTE: you will have access to private strategy sessions, shamanic readings and shamanic healings for your dog from within the course.
There is a private online course platform that you will have lifetime access to through your own user ID and password. When you register for the course, all the details will be provided and you can create your own account to access everything anytime you need.
The classes are listed in the Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). If you are not in this time zone, please visit timeanddate.com to see what this time is converted to in your local time zone.
This is Sophie
“The most important thing I got from the class was the whole new mind set of interacting with Sophie. Intrinsic learning for Sophie. The five freedoms and the goals how to get there with Sophie.”
~ Ann K. (Oregon, USA)
This is Sophie
“I think the class portal was a phenomenal tool. Very easy to use. I loved having access to the recorded classes to rewatch and the extra videos you added.
The most important thing I got from the class was the whole new mind set of interacting with Sophie. Intrinsic learning for Sophie.
The five freedoms and the goals how to get there with Sophie.”
~ Ann K. (Oregon, USA)