OFFICIAL CLUB ADVENTURE: The Dog in Front of You—From Understanding to Observation

ABOUT THE EVENT:
What if understanding your dog came down to what you can see—not what you’re told to do?

Join professional dog trainer Laura Gendron of Miss Behavior Training for a hands-on experience at the Golden Dog Playground, where we bring this month’s learning into real-life situations. This interactive session focuses on observing how dogs naturally move, explore, and interact—and what those behaviors reveal about their individual needs.

What to Expect

On-Leash Exploration
We’ll rotate through different environments using a simple observation guide to help you spot natural, innate behaviors—no cues, no commands, just real-life insight into what your dog is already showing you.

Group Discussion
We’ll regroup to share observations, highlight patterns, and connect what you’re seeing back to your own dog.

Off-Leash / Controlled Play (last 15 minutes)
For appropriate dogs, we’ll observe social interaction in action—looking at play styles, communication, and how dogs engage and disengage. Laura will provide real-time insights to help you better understand what you’re seeing. If you have a dog that would be uncomfortable with free play, there will be a chance to safely exit the Playground before free play begins.

You’ll leave with:

• Greater confidence reading your dog in real time
• A clearer understanding of your dog’s individual needs
• Less comparison and more clarity
• A deeper awareness that behavior is communication, not just obedience

This session is ideal for anyone who wants to better understand their dog in real-world environments and feel more confident navigating everyday life together.

IS THIS EVENT GOOD FOR REACTIVE DOGS?
Reactive Dog Level 2. See our Comfort Chart for explanation. Reactive dogs are encouraged to join the on-leash learning. If your dog would be uncomfortable with free play (last 15 minutes of the event), you are able to safely exit the Playground before free play begins. If you have concerns or questions about if this event is right for your dog, please email woof@goldendognh.com for assistance.

COST: Please register for this event below. Limited to 12 dogs.

• Golden Dog Members – $35/dog (Your special pricing will be reflected in the CART.)
• Not-Yet-Members – $50/dog (Join the membership for $15/month and enjoy this event at the member rate as well as a month of benefits!)

Full refund issued if cancellation received 48 hours prior to event start time, otherwise no refund if canceled after. 

ABOUT LAURA GENDRON:
Laura, a virtual and in-person dog behavior support coach is the founder of Miss Behavior Training located in Northwood, NH.

As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), Licensed Family Dog Mediator, and Fear Free Certified Trainer, Laura helps families better understand and support their dogs by focusing on trust, communication, and emotional wellbeing— going beyond skills and obedience.

Laura works primarily with shy, sensitive, and misunderstood dogs, as well as the overwhelmed humans who love them. She especially enjoys supporting dogs who struggle with handling, grooming, or vet visits—helping them feel safe and supported through cooperative care and choice-based routines. Her work centers around strengthening the human-dog bond through enrichment, relationship-based teaching, and real-life strategies that feel sustainable for busy families.

With degrees in Psychology and Animal Science, and over a decade of experience in veterinary care, Laura brings a compassionate and collaborative lens to her work. Whether through private coaching, online courses, or her supportive membership program, she helps dog parents move beyond frustration and into connection—one simple, meaningful moment at a time.

To learn more, visit MissBehaviorTraining.com.

DIRECTIONS/PARKING:
The Playground is located in Barrington, NH. All information needed for parking and directions as well as event logistics will be emailed to registered participants 24 hours prior to the event start time.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE JOINING AN EVENT:
Please review our Club Guidelines, sign our Liability Waivers & Release Forms, and read our covid guidelines on our Events & Activities page.

CANCELLATIONS:
If weather or covid conditions make gathering and walking unsafe, the event will be cancelled and registered participants will receive a email cancellation notice. It will also be announced in the Event section of the Facebook Community Group and on this Calendar page.

QUESTIONS:
If you have questions, text/call (603) 815-2453 or email woof@goldendognh.com.