HERDING and ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS with Barb Buchmayer - Canine Expo 2025

HERDING and ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS with Barb Buchmayer - Canine Expo 2025

  • ALL AGES

The 2025 Canine Expo at the Cobleskill Fairgrounds includes small group workshops with Herding Expert Barb Buchmeyer

By Cobleskill Agricultural Society

Select date and time

Location

113 Sunshine Dr

113 Sunshine Drive Cobleskill, NY 12043

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Enrichment Games Workshop – Session 1 - September 27th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop focuses on creative enrichment activities that engage your dog’s mind and body. Barb will guide teams through either the Get on Base Game or the Cone Squares Game, with an introduction ...

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Enrichment Games Workshop – Session 2 - September 27th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop focuses on creative enrichment activities that engage your dog’s mind and body. Barb will guide teams through either the Get on Base Game or the Cone Squares Game, with an introduction ...

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Enrichment Games Workshop – Session 3 - September 27th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop focuses on creative enrichment activities that engage your dog’s mind and body. Barb will guide teams through either the Get on Base Game or the Cone Squares Game, with an introduction ...

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Positive Herding Workshop – Session 1 - September 28th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop can be completed as an individual or two-person team and simulates the instincts of herding without requiring a trained dog or prior experience. One participant acts as the “handler” wh...

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Positive Herding Workshop – Session 2 - September 28th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop can be completed as an individual or two-person team and simulates the instincts of herding without requiring a trained dog or prior experience. One participant acts as the “handler” wh...

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Positive Herding Workshop – Session 3 - September 28th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop can be completed as an individual or two-person team and simulates the instincts of herding without requiring a trained dog or prior experience. One participant acts as the “handler” wh...

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Positive Herding Workshop – Session 4 - September 28th

Barb Buchmeyer

This workshop can be completed as an individual or two-person team and simulates the instincts of herding without requiring a trained dog or prior experience. One participant acts as the “handler” wh...

About this event

  • Free venue parking

This workshop focuses on creative enrichment activities that engage your dog’s mind and body. Barb will guide teams through either the Get on Base Game or the Cone Squares Game, with an introduction to enrichment principles and one-on-one coaching. These sessions are designed to improve focus, communication, and confidence in dogs of all experience levels.

Format Overview

  • 10-minute introduction on enrichment games
  • 40 minutes of structured, hands-on coaching
  • Individual instruction for each dog/handler team

Participation Requirements

  • Reliable recall
  • Flat collar and leash
  • Dog must be comfortable around people and other dogs
  • 60 to 100 small, high-value treats

What to Bring

  • Closed-toed shoes
  • Water for both you and your dog
  • Optional mat or blanket for rest between turns

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to purchase admission to the 2025 Canine Expo as well?

Yes

Is the Herding Workshop Individual or Teams?

The Herding workshop can be completed as an individual or as a two person team. If you would like to complete as a two person team, when purchasing the ticket for your time slot make sure you select to purchase the Add-on option for a two-person team.

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Organized by

Cobleskill Agricultural Society

Schoharie County Sunshine Fair Agust 8-13, 2023

$43.66
Sep 27 · 10:00 AM EDT