POP UP TALK: Enrichment & Mental Stimulation for a Calmer Dog

ABOUT THE EVENT:
This month’s Featured Expert, Monica Allaire-McMahon of Barrington Barks & Behavior, returns with a transformative new experience to deepen the bond between you and your dog through enrichment and sensory exploration. Join us for this interactive Pop Up Talk where you’ll:

• Learn the science behind enrichment and why mental stimulation is essential for your dog’s well-being
• Discover easy, low-cost ideas you can try at home using household items
• Participate in a hands-on creative challenge using simple supplies (paper, towel, small box) during the session
• Observe how engagement, curiosity, and calmness can flourish with the right activities
• Get a sneak peek into this month’s Official Club Adventure and an exciting month-long “Path to an Enriched Life” challenge

Participants will walk away inspired, equipped with simple activities that spark joy, reduce stress, and strengthen the human-canine connection. Plus, you’ll learn how to turn observations of your dog’s behavior into powerful tools for deeper understanding.

• N/C for members (Your special pricing will be reflected in the CART.)
• $15/person for Not-Yet Members

This event will take place in our Zoom Room. You will receive the Zoom Room link upon registering.

Can’t attend the live session? You will be emailed a link to the recording within 24 hours of the event.

ABOUT MONICA ALLAIRE-MCMAHON:
Monica is the owner of Barrington Barks and Behavior LLC. She is committed to kind, ethical treatment of both humans and their dogs. Monica focuses on learning what the needs of the individual dog and their family are, addressing those needs and in turn improving the welfare of every one in the home.

Monica is a certified Nordic Dog Trainer and Behavior Specialist, and a KPA-CTP-Karen Pryor Academy graduate with distinction. She was the second person worldwide to receive certification through the Dynamic Dog Practitioner Programme –acting as a liaison between client and veterinarian, and highlighting physical and behavioral areas of concern. Monica is also an Associate Member of the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe, and is an ambassador for The Slow Dog Movement.

Her studies include aggression, fear, animal emotions, relationship, and sensory enrichment. Monthly sessions in the Tiny Science Journal Chat club led by a PhD candidate, review current research papers and keep her up to date on the evolving understanding of dogs.

Monica had the honor of speaking at the Virtual Dog Conference, Fling less February, and From the Hound Up Academy – UK based groups – and will be delivering talks for her Russian colleagues in the fall.

She currently offers one-to-one consultations, Dynamic Dog Assessments, Sensory Explorers sessions, and is a Mentor for the Nordic C.A.R.E. community

To learn more, visit BarringtonBarksandBehavior.com.

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