Description
Handler Mechanics
Presented by Buddy Spohn
Hosted by Eastern Branch
The Eastern Branch is proud to host an engaging and practical Workshop led by highly
respected and experienced dog trainer Buddy Spohn, Lateral K9 (formerly of ProDog).
What You’ll Learn
The Handler Mechanics Workshop is designed to offer a fresh perspective on the practical
foundations of dog training. We’ll take a deep dive into the essential physical skills that every
handler should master, while also exploring the behavioural and psychological principles that
influence how dogs learn and respond.
This workshop is designed to be engaging, interactive, and enjoyable. Combining instruction
with practical field sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to immediately apply what you’ve learned.
We’ll also incorporate five working dog demonstrations throughout the day to bring key concepts to
life and reinforce the skills covered in the workshop.
Topics covered in this interactive workshop include:
– Communication, reinforcement, and cues
– Channelling motivation
– Teaching dogs behaviours
– Fundamentals in leash work
– Play and the use of toys as a reinforcer for behaviour
– and many fun tangents along the way.
Date & time: Saturday, 3 October 2026, 9:00am – 4:30pm
Venue: Eastern Branch, JW Manson Res. 53 Selkirk Ave, Wantirna
Catering Included: Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.
Ticket Cost:
Members – $50.00 Non-members $75.00 Instructors: $25.00
Registrations and Payment: www.gsdcv.org.au/shop
Ticket purchases close Monday, 25 September 2026
Enquiries for Bookings and further information:
Paul – easternci@gsdcv.org.au Jenny – eastern@gsdcv.org.au or mob – 0417 522 301
View flyer GSDCV Eastern Branch Handlers Mechanics
