Sidekick Social Club
Brooksville, FL · Monthly · In Person or Zoom
A monthly meetup for dog owners in Hernando County — coffee, good company, and one real training topic per session.
Most dog owners want to understand their dogs better, not just get through the next problem. That's the idea behind Sidekick Social Club — a monthly session where we slow down and really dig into one subject, with time for questions and real answers you can use that week.
Sessions are casual. If you're joining in person, bring something for the potluck table and grab a coffee. Prefer to join from home? The same session streams live over Zoom. This one's just for the humans — leave your dog home for this one so we can all focus on the material.
The Series
A different topic each month, chosen by the people who show up. Sign up for the next one before you leave — no need to wait on another announcement.
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Most conflicts — dog-to-dog and dog-to-human — are preceded by warning signs that go unnoticed until it's too late to act on them. This session is about catching those signs early.
Recognizing stress, fear, and discomfort before they escalate
Telling appropriate play apart from a situation turning
What excitement looks like versus what arousal looks like
The subtle signals dogs give before a bite, fight, or shutdown
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Most owners never think through what they'd actually do in a dog fight, a loose-dog encounter, or an emergency until they're already in one. This session covers the preparation that makes those moments survivable — for you and your dog.
Breaking up a dog fight and handling loose-dog encounters safely
Muzzle training and emergency recall
Safely handling or transporting a frightened or injured dog
Building an emergency kit and disaster preparedness for pet owners
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Common Behavior Problems: What's Causing Them & What Do You Do About Them?
Barking, pulling, and reactivity aren't random — they're communication. This session works backward from the behavior to the cause, so the fix actually addresses what's driving it instead of just suppressing the symptom.
Barking, jumping, and leash pulling
Reactivity and resource guarding
Destructive behavior and separation-related problems
Understanding why a behavior is happening before deciding how to address it
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Topic Picked at the November Session
The group votes on December's topic at the end of the November meetup, based on what attendees are most curious about. Check back after November or come to that session to help decide.
Understanding Dog Body Language & Preventing Problems
Most conflicts — dog-to-dog and dog-to-human — are preceded by warning signs that go unnoticed until it's too late to act on them. This session is about catching those signs early.
- Recognizing stress, fear, and discomfort before they escalate
- Telling appropriate play apart from a situation turning
- What excitement looks like versus what arousal looks like
- The subtle signals dogs give before a bite, fight, or shutdown
Date: Saturday, September 12 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM Format: In Person or Zoom Location: Brooksville, FL — sent on RSVP Includes: Coffee & light brunch (in person) Price: $20 per person
The in-person session is confirmed once 8 people have signed up. If we don't reach 8 by Sept 5, everyone registered moves to the Zoom session automatically.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Monthly dog owner workshops from Follow My Lead in Brooksville, FL. First up: Understanding Dog Body Language & Preventing Problems, Saturday, Sept 12. In-person or Zoom, $20.
A different topic each month, chosen by the people who show up. Sign up for the next one before you leave — no need to wait on another announcement.
September — Body Language & Preventing Problems
Most conflicts — dog-to-dog and dog-to-human — are preceded by warning signs that go unnoticed until it's too late to act on them. This session is about catching those signs early.
Recognizing stress, fear, and discomfort before they escalate
Telling appropriate play apart from a situation turning
What excitement looks like versus what arousal looks like
The subtle signals dogs give before a bite, fight, or shutdown
$20 covers the session and, if you're joining in person, coffee and brunch. Let us know your format preference — we'll confirm which one is running by Sept 5 as an in person format would require minimum participation requirements.
How Sidekick Social Club Works
1. Pick a Topic Attendees vote on what the group covers next, based on the questions real dog owners are actually asking.
2. Show Up, Your Way In-person sessions are casual — bring something for the potluck table. Can't make it in person? Join the same session live on Zoom.
3. Sign Up for Next Month Put your name down for the following month's topic before you leave. No separate announcement to watch for.
Save Your Seat for
9.12.2026
$20 covers the session and, if you're joining in person, coffee and brunch. Let us know your format preference — we'll confirm which one is running by Sept 5.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Payment is due to hold your spot. Choose one of the following:
Shop Checkout: Purchase your spot directly through the shop on this site (PayPal-style checkout).
Square (secure payment link): Text (203) 815-0035 and we'll send you a secure payment link where you may use your debit or credit card.
Zelle: Send payment to info@followmyleadfl.com Please include your name and which session you're paying for in the payment note, then text (203) 815-0035 to confirm we received it.
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