Seminar Info

Sherrie is so excited to be having Jen Pinder back again!

Jen will be offering the following workshops:

October 24th, Friday, 9:00 - 1:00

TURNAWAYS -

You will work with Jen on short sequences focusing on how to turn your dog away from you both over a jump and on the flat. The following techniques will be covered: whiskey, rear cross, tandem, flick and lap turn. Sequences will be 8 to 12 obstacles consisting of jumps and tunnels only.

October 24th, Friday, 2:00 - 6:00

EITHER/OR -

Do you and your dog understand the cues to give when there are multiple choices on which obstacle to take or which direction to approach or exit a jump or tunnel? You will work on short sequences offering choices, EITHER this one OR that one. Sequences will be 8 to 12 obstacles. A contact and/or weaves may be included but can be skipped for younger dogs.

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October 25th, Saturday, 9:00 - 1:00:

BACKSIDE SEQUENCES -

This is a sequencing workshop which will include 8 to 12 obstacles focusing on various types of backsides including slices, wraps, straight sends and turns into the backside. Learn the handling elements of each type while using your verbal cue.

October 25th, Saturday, 2:00 - 6:00:

ADVANCED SEQUENCING -

We will be sequencing between 8 and 10 obstacles and will be perfecting handling techniques within the sequences. All levels welcome.

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October 26th, Sunday, 8:00 - 12:00:

BLIND CROSSES -

Take the mystery out of blind crosses. Learn the proper timing and master this easy technique! Sequences of 8 to 12 obstacles will be included of jumps and tunnels only.

October 26th, Sunday, 12:30 - 4:30

LAYERING -

Learn how to layer easily using effective lines of motion and where to look! Sequences will also include either/or options so your dog knows how to come in towards you versus when to layer.

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Seminar Logistics

These workshops will be open Immediately for everyone.

Students will have priority and then spots will be given in order of receipt.

Payment information will be shared when you receive your confirmation from Sherrie that you have a spot. Auditing is available.

Working spots are $145 and auditor spots are $45.

Please have patience!

Sherrie will get to everyone as soon as she can.

There will be coffee, tea, bagels, snacks, and water available.

Please bring your own lunches if you are staying for the day.

There are a few good places within driving distance if you would like to pick up a lunch.

If you have any questions, please email Sherrie at completek9@live.com

Or use the Find Out More button below!

Looking forward to seeing everyone!

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Jen's Bio

Jen has been actively competitive in agility for over 20 years. Over the years, Jen has competed with many different breeds ranging from Boxers, Jack Russells, Border Collies, Mix Breeds, and Shelties.

Jen has seen success both Nationally and Internationally. Jen has been on the AKC World Team 3 times prior with Border Collie "Static". She has made the AKC World Team with Sheltie "Wicca" in 2002 and 2023 as an alternate and she is very proud to have won her way on the 2024 team. In addition to the AKC AWC team, Jen has been on the AKC European Open Team including earning her way on in 2025.

In addition to the success Jen has had with her 5 year old Sheltie "Wicca", Jen is currently competing with her young Sheltie "Spec" and her Border/Whippet "Phineas".

Jen resides in Lapeer, MI. She teaches classes and private lessons for FiredUpK9s at Highest Hope Dog Sports in Michigan. She also conducts online classes, seminars and workshops around the country.

Contact Jen at firedupk9@yahoo.com