My name is Patti Engleman and I am the owner and lead instructor at Bell Creek Agility & Obedience. I founded Bell Creek on March 3, 2016, because I wanted to teach the way I train: by having fun at both ends of the leash.
At Bell Creek we believe training should be a positive journey for both the dog and the handler. We recognize that every team is unique and offers different challenges, which is why we offer small class sizes to ensure that all teams receive the help they need to be successful. We emphasize a balanced training program that involves positive shaping of the behavior we want and verbal markers to direct dogs. We believe in breaking down what is being asked of the our dogs, so they can get it right as well as helping to build their confidence and trust in us.
All of Bell Creek's instructors have competed successfully in the dog sport that they teach, so they understand how to give solid foundation training and what is needed for both dog and handler. Our foundation obedience instructors have years of experience working with dogs and people and know how to effectively communicate with both. Our instructors also further their own learning through seminars, workshops, and other continuing education opportunities so they can stay up-to-date on current techniques and skills to better serve you.
We have put a lot of effort into creating a safe environment for both dogs and handlers. Our agility equipment is fully adjustable, built to not reverberate to help instill confidence in dogs of all levels, easy to move, and meets AKC requirements. We have the training hoops, stride regulators, guide-wires, channel weaves, and more to help assist your dogs while they learn. Our obedience equipment has all required AKC Utility and Open obedience competition jumps, Rally signs and equipment, as well as lots of different proofing toys, etc. We have also added Fit-Paws equipment to our list for those that want to work on conditioning their pups. Our 1/2 inch thick anti-fatigue agility matting helps prevent pounding on our pups joints, providing a safe and consistent footing for both handler and dogs, that has good traction. This is also great flooring for students (both dogs and handlers) that have allergies.
At Bell Creek we believe training should be a positive journey for both the dog and the handler. We recognize that every team is unique and offers different challenges, which is why we offer small class sizes to ensure that all teams receive the help they need to be successful. We emphasize a balanced training program that involves positive shaping of the behavior we want and verbal markers to direct dogs. We believe in breaking down what is being asked of the our dogs, so they can get it right as well as helping to build their confidence and trust in us.
All of Bell Creek's instructors have competed successfully in the dog sport that they teach, so they understand how to give solid foundation training and what is needed for both dog and handler. Our foundation obedience instructors have years of experience working with dogs and people and know how to effectively communicate with both. Our instructors also further their own learning through seminars, workshops, and other continuing education opportunities so they can stay up-to-date on current techniques and skills to better serve you.
We have put a lot of effort into creating a safe environment for both dogs and handlers. Our agility equipment is fully adjustable, built to not reverberate to help instill confidence in dogs of all levels, easy to move, and meets AKC requirements. We have the training hoops, stride regulators, guide-wires, channel weaves, and more to help assist your dogs while they learn. Our obedience equipment has all required AKC Utility and Open obedience competition jumps, Rally signs and equipment, as well as lots of different proofing toys, etc. We have also added Fit-Paws equipment to our list for those that want to work on conditioning their pups. Our 1/2 inch thick anti-fatigue agility matting helps prevent pounding on our pups joints, providing a safe and consistent footing for both handler and dogs, that has good traction. This is also great flooring for students (both dogs and handlers) that have allergies.
