What Are Enrichment & Fulfillment Classes?

When people hear the word “enrichment,” they often think of puzzle feeders, frozen Kongs, or shredding boxes. And while those tools can be part of a dog’s enrichment plan — they’re only a small piece of the puzzle.

Enrichment is about meeting your dog’s needs across multiple categories:

• Mental
• Instinctual

• Physical

• Social

• Emotional 

• Senasory

An Enrichment & Fulfillment Class brings all of that together in one space — in a thoughtful, safe, and structured way. These classes are designed to help your dog engage with the world in a way that’s natural, confidence-boosting, and deeply satisfying. 

So… What Happens in Class?

Enrichment classes are not obedience classes. Your dog won’t be asked to sit, stay, or heel.

Instead, they’ll be guided through different enrichment zones, where they can sniff, climb, explore, problem-solve, and recover — at their own pace.

Each class includes:

• Sensory setups (e.g. scent walls, textures, confidence stations)
• Movement-based activities that build physical confidence
• Problem-solving tasks that stretch your dog’s brain
• Social experiences that allow your dog to observe others and engage in handler based games.

• Recovery zones where dogs can decompress and settle

• Handler games that build orientation, engagement, and trust
   

There’s no pressure to perform. It’s about helping your dog feel safe, successful, and capable — while helping you learn what truly fulfills your dog.

Why Enrichment Matters (Beyond the Puzzle Feeder)

Many dogs today are under-stimulated, over-aroused, or simply bored — not because their owners don’t care, but because life is busy, and dogs often don’t get to use their bodies and brains the way they were meant to.

Enrichment classes give dogs:

• A safe space to be curious
• A break from overstimulation
• A chance to learn emotional regulation
• A way to express natural instincts in healthy ways
• A stronger relationship with their handler through shared activities 
  

These classes are for everyday dogs and their people — no special experience required.

Who Benefits Most from Enrichment & Fulfillment Classes?

These classes are especially great for:

• Shy or cautious dogs who need confidence
• Reactive or overstimulated dogs who need help learning how to recover
• High-energy dogs who need more than just a walk
• Seniors or small dogs who enjoy lower-impact, mentally engaging activities
• New rescue dogs or fosters who are still adjusting to their environment
• Owners who want to connect with their dog in a more meaningful way

What You’ll Learn as the Handler

It’s not just enrichment for your dog — it’s insight for you. Each week, you’ll learn to:

• Observe how your dog moves through space
• Recognize their body language and emotional state
• Offer support without over-cueing or micromanaging
• Understand what your dog gravitates toward and why
• Use enrichment as a practical tool for confidence, calm, and connection

Why Every Trainer Should Offer Something Like This

Traditional obedience classes are great — but they don’t work for every dog.

Enrichment classes:

• Give reactive or nervous dogs a chance to build skills in a controlled, low-pressure way
• Offer puppies or seniors developmentally appropriate outlets
• Let clients experience success without focusing on performance
• Teach trainers and owners how to read, respond to, and support a dog’s whole self — not just their behavior
   

Whether you’re working with new rescues, building confidence, or just trying to help a client understand their dog better, enrichment provides a foundation that obedience alone can’t always offer.

 
This Isn’t About Doing More — It’s About Doing What Matters.

An Enrichment & Fulfillment Class isn’t just a fun activity (though it is super fun). It’s an opportunity to support your dog in a deeper way — to build resilience, confidence, and connection.

If you’ve ever felt like your dog needs something more… this is it. A class designed for the whole dog — and the human who loves them.