Gold Country K9 Services

Tracking 101
2025-03-22 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
This session is focused on tracking foundations for IPO. However, the foundations used for IPO are suitable for introductory SAR work or AKC tracking and each student will work on their own individualized goals. We will be focusing on field work where each dog is. Tracking will typically be on the property of Gold Country K9 Services. Depending on the attendees and the conditions at GCK9, we may opt to adjust time slightly and adjust location of class. This is more likely to happen in April, when we may need to move to a park, if the grass starts turning to foxtails early.
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Bring: Be sure to bring your dogs favorite snacks. I suggest this be something higher value that what you might use for your regular everyday treats. It is best to bring 2-3 things. Examples include; Chicken, string cheese, meatballs (broken up), Dog Food Rolls (like Lucy’s), hot dogs, etc… you know you’re dog best. Make sure you bring his appetite!

ScentWork 101
2025-03-22 10:45 - 12:15, 2025-04-12 10:45 - 12:15, 2025-04-26 10:45 - 12:15 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
This is a great class to get started in the cool sport of ScentWork. Whether you are looking for an activity to do at home to keep your dogs busy mind occupied or you want to get out and compete with your dog, this is a good starting spot. Scentwork is an amazing “brain game” for the dogs. Whether your goal is to find an activity to help expend some (mental) energy for your dog at home, or whether you want to enter the world of dog sports, this is the place to start. People will learn how to pair the scent to the odor and also discuss the advantages of a creating an alert if desired. This is a good class to repeat until you feel that you have a solid indication to odor without the use of a “food lure” but are clearly on “food rewards”.
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Make sure you bring your dogs favorite treats (something they don’t get often, a harness if you have it (don’t worry if you don’t) and preferably a 6-10 foot leash.

CWC 101 & CWC 201 Skills Building Classes
2025-03-22 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-04-26 12:30 - 13:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
Communicate with Clarity 101 & Communicate with Clarity 201
This in person skills class is an adjunct to our online course, Communicate with Clarity, where both Aspiring Trainers and Pet Owners, Service Dog Prospect Owners, and Schutzhund/IGP competitors who desire excellence in obedience come to learn. Students can come to get eyes on their skills to ensure that they are building their mechanics properly when introducing a new cue. The students start in our online sessions in Communicate with Clarity 101, where students are learning how to develop communications systems based upon how dogs learn best. While there is robust online support, some students naturally prefer to come in person to have their learning mechanics assessed and this is the place to do that! Students will work one at a time for a few minutes during the class to demonstrate the mechanics they are developing and receive feedback on strengths and areas of improvement. All students may participate in each students learning session. Dogs will remain in vehicles/crates, until it is their turn, in order to minimize distractions at this stage of training.
What this class is NOT. This is not a group class where all dogs are out at once. There is no/minimal lecture (other than individual feedback). All students are expected to come to work on the specific skill that they are working to complete in the 101 (and then the 201) module. They are expected to have listened to the lectures and be clear about what skill they are working on (Based on what skills they have already achieved badges for and which badge they are working on) We can help students build the training plans for class during our online Q&A times.

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CWC 301: Group Class at Training Field
2025-03-22 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-04-12 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-04-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
Communicate with Clarity 301:
This class is a part of our core obedience program, Communicate with Clarity. Students must have completed the skills in both CWC 101 and CWC 201 before coming to this class. This is the class where we focus on putting together all of the skills we learned in the prior courses and start doing things with distractions. In the first two courses, we focused on learning in a quiet environment, but now we are bringing those cues into the distractions. This class focuses on doing that with an emphasis on understanding threshold and focusing on learning where your dogs threshold is and decreasing it so that you can easily work around others.
This class focuses on bringing fluency amongst the distractions of the other dogs. All dogs work on the field, doing individually appropriate cues (bed, down, loose lead walking, etc…). Instructor works with one dog at a time to advance them on the cues with the distractions at whatever level they are working on. All other students may listen and learn from the Individual coaching, and students may be grouped together who are doing “like” work, but each dog team will get individualized time during the class. Students should come prepared with an understanding of what they want help to work on (game plan can be established with instructor ahead of time), but only the student knows what they were able to work on during the week and where they may have struggled. The goal is to have each person moving forward each class session. The overall focus of this class is to master your cues (skills) under distractions)
This class be continuously used as students advance to introduce new cues from our “Skills” library in a controlled environment, once they have completed their basic cues. It is the appropriate place for our specialty students to work on their advanced cues, once they have finished teaching the behavior and want to introduce those cues under distraction. Once you have mastered the basic cues in this class, then student will begin attending the CWC 401 “Out and Abouts” and take their skills into the community.

Schutzhund/ IPO/ IGP
2025-03-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-29 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-12 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
IGP (formerly Schutzhund/ IPO)
This class is for those wanting to do the sport. The field will be open for obedience for the first 30 minutes; and protection will follow at that time. We focus on putting the foundation in place methodically and with excellent technique. It is not required that you take our focused obedience program, but it is certainly helpful if you are. That will give you an understanding of our methodology and why we do things the way we do them. We host trials here at the facility. Once our new competition field is in, we expect to host trials 3-4 times per year. This class is offered through Gold Country Working Dog Club.

Cost: $20.00
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CWC: Online Q & A
2025-03-26 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-04-09 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-04-23 12:00 - 12:30, 2025-05-14 12:00 - 12:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
Communicate with Clarity Online Q&A
We are online in our Community to answer any questions you may have, help with training plans, give feedback. This time is yours for both our Aspiring Trainers and our Dog Owners who are striving for excellence in their training. We will stay on as long as needed to answer questions, but you need to be logged on by 12:30 to guarantee your spot!
Signups are in the Gold Country K9 Academy online community under “Meet Ups”

Dock
2025-03-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
🐕💦 Dock Diving 101: Take the Leap!
Ready to try the coolest dog sport on the planet? Whether your dog is a natural swimmer or has never seen a pool, this is the class that gets their paws wet—literally!
🎯 What to Expect:
This class is perfect for first-timers and curious pups alike. We’ll guide each dog at their own pace through:

Pool acclimation for dogs new to swimming
Ramp confidence to safely enter and exit the dock
Intro to jumping for those ready to take flight!

Already have a confident swimmer? Awesome—they can jump right ahead (pun intended)! We tailor our instruction to each individual dog, so no one is rushed or held back.
✅ Small class size: Only 5 dogs per session✅ One-on-one time: Dogs are worked individually✅ Low stress, no contact: No interactions between dogs for safety and focus

📅 Ready to Dive In?
Sign up for Dock Diving 101 ➜ Schedule Your Appointment Here

Note: If a date doesn’t show on the sign-up page, that means it’s already full. Pick another date—or check back later. Openings sometimes pop up the week before class!

🧳 What to Bring:

A flat or martingale collar and a 6–10’ leash (required on the dock)
Your dog’s favorite floating toy or tasty motivator
A lifejacket, if you have one (we’ve got loaners if you don’t—no need to buy!)

Let us show you just how much fun dock diving can be! Come out, cool off, and make memories that’ll last all summer long.

Barnhunt 101
2025-04-12 09:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-26 09:00 - 10:30, 2025-05-10 09:00 - 10:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
Barn Hunting is a cool sport that has swept the nation and it’s not just for terriers. Taken as an offshoot from the original AKC “Earth Dog” Competition, Barn Hunt was started to broaden the sport for all competitors and just small terrier breeds.
This is the first step in Barn Hunt and a great place to start if you and your dog are interested in the sport. This class is designed to introduce dogs to the sport and build the foundation for the Alert. Students will stay in this class until they are satisfied that their dog can accurately tell them when they have found the rat! After that, it will be time to move to Barnhunt 201; Search Strategy.
Sign up for Barnhunt 101 here
Please be aware that once the class is full, the date longer show on the signup link above. You may pick a different date, or keep checking back, as sometimes, people adjust their dates and a spot will open up the week prior to class.
Please bring your dog, a long line (if you have it-no worries if you don’t)…and their favorite treats (some dogs don’t need them, but many do).

CWC 101 & CWC 201
2025-04-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States

NADD Dock Diving Event
2025-05-02 16:00 - 2025-05-04 15:00 | CA
🌊 Dock Diving at Gold Country Pet Resort
Come make a splash with us! Whether you’re a seasoned dock diving pro or just curious about the sport, our dock diving events are the perfect way to spend a fun, relaxed weekend with your pup. Nestled in the scenic hills of Ione, CA, our facility offers a beautiful and peaceful setting for both newcomers and veteran jumpers to enjoy.
🎉 First Dock Diving Event of the Season!
Join us for our first event of the year at our Premier Dock, sanctioned by North America Diving Dogs (NADD). Titles earned at our events are recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC)—great news for those chasing championship points or just enjoying the journey.
📅 Ready to sign up?
You can register for this event directly on the NADD website. Your dog will need a NADD Membership Number, which is a one-time fee, and after that you’re good to go for all NADD events nationwide!

🐾 New to Dock Diving?
No problem! We love helping dogs take their first leap. If your pup hasn’t tried it yet, sign up for one of our dock diving classes [here] (link your sign-up page). We’ll help you build confidence and have a blast doing it!

📋 Important Notes on Registration
Dock diving is one of the few dog sports that doesn’t require upfront payment, but that also means it relies on everyone being mindful of their commitments. Here’s the scoop:

No Show Policy: You can adjust your entry anytime before entries close (usually two weeks before the event). After that, you’re expected to attend and pay. One no-show won’t break anything—but three strikes, and you lose pre-registration privileges.
Stuff happens! Illnesses and emergencies are understandable—just communicate with a vet or doctor note and you’ll be good to go.

💦 Our Jump Card System
To make things easier, we offer Jump Cards, a unique perk at our facility (thanks to NADD approval). Here’s how it works:

You’ll sign up and pay in advance via SignUpGenius.
These links will be sent out the week of the event…a few days prior.
You’ll know your approximate jump times before you arrive.
No waiting around all day—you can jump, hang out, and even make it to Ione Sweets for a well-earned ice cream before the heat kicks in!

We love when folks stay all day to cheer each other on, but we also know that California summers aren’t always kind. This system gives you the flexibility to make the day work best for you and your dog.

🏞️ About Our Facility
Our dock and pool are tucked into the middle of 135 quiet, beautiful acres—a true hidden gem! Once you make it down our half-mile gravel/dirt road, you’ll want to settle in and enjoy the day. Here’s what to bring:

Canopies, chairs, lots of water (for you and your pup!)
Aluminet or shade cloth to help with summer heat
Snacks, or check out the local spots in nearby Ione (2 miles north)

🍕 Local eats include:

Two pizza joints
Subway
Chinese & Mexican food
Clark’s Market with a great deli
And of course, Ione Sweets—our town’s favorite ice cream shop!

🏨 Need a place to stay?
Check out nearby hotels in Plymouth or Jackson. Jackson/Martell offers grocery stores, fast food, and anything else you might need during your weekend with us.

Whether you’re diving in for fun or chasing your next title, we can’t wait to welcome you to the dock! 🐶💦

Dock Diving 101: Where we all start!
2025-05-16 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-05-17 12:00 - 13:30 | Gold Country Pet Resort, 6355 State Hwy 104, Ione, CA, 95640, United States
