GameCraft Training Challenges

Every week we are offering 5 day training challenges. Scroll down to see past, current and future training challenges that you can join. And one day a week a challenge to create your own game!
Join us on Facebook in the Dog Training Challenges Group or join us @GameCraftJamie on X (twitter).

Future Challenges

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Foundation Skills
A selection of skills based on the testing items for Foundation Level in Service Dog Games International for dogs of all ages using 5 games from Foundations, buy the book for more or download the challenge PDF

Starts Monday, June 9, 2025 
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Focus Fiesta
Picture this: you’re on a walk, leash in hand, when a squirrel rockets across the path. Your dog’s eyes light up, and—zoom!—they’re off, dragging you into the bushes. Sound familiar? But here’s the good news: you don’t need to be a drill sergeant to win their attention. You just need to be their favorite adventure. Buy Paws for Attention - the book this challenge is modeled after or get the challenge download of the PDF 


Starts Monday, June 23, 2025 
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Home Manners Mastery Challenge
"Home Manners Unleashed" is the training guide you've been waiting for – one that's filled with engaging techniques designed to reward and motivate both you and your dog, because let's face it, we could all use a little motivation sometimes. Buy Home Manners Unleashed -  the book this challenge is modeled after or get the challenge download of the PDF 

Starts Tuesday, July 1, 2025 
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Leash Reactivity Challenge
Forget commands and control—this book’s fun, play-based games teach your dog to think before they leap, turning triggers into triumphs. From dodging distractions to cooling arousal, each exercise builds confidence and trust, like guiding a hunter to pause mid-chase.https://a.co/d/7KofB67


Starts Monday, July 12, 2025 

Crafting the Challenge: “GameCraft: Create Your Own Games

Dogs love learning when it’s fun—same as us. I’ve seen pups light up playing Show Me The Money, sniffing fox tracks with me, not because of treats, but because it’s a blast. Learning’s their nature—puppies explore, adults adapt. But force kills it. Shocking a dog to stop barking? That’s lazy. I’ve turned around reactives like Stanley (Clueless) with play, not pain. This book’s about igniting that spark—games, movement, choice. Roo’s resource guarding (Resource Guarding) flipped with bowl games, not zaps. Dru’s park crash (Fate Steps In) healed with running, not coddling. Play’s the key—let’s unlock it.

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Start Monday, July 1, 2025 

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Get Ready to Game Your Training!

Imagine a training app with games for dogs, birds, reptiles, or even kids! The GameCraft Learning app is coming—add your own training plans & join a community of playful learners. What species will YOU train?

Hi, I’m Jamie Robinson, and after 50 years training dogs, seals, otters, and even humans, I’ve learned that training is all about progress, not perfection. My book, The GameCraft Philosophy, describes the 10 playful modules to train any species—dogs, birds, or even kids! Plus, stay tuned for the GameCraft Learning app, where you can access training games and build your own plans. Pre-order the book today and join our community of playful learners!

Are You Ready

Training isn’t just about your animal—it’s about you, too. I’ve worked with dogs for 50 years, and I’ve learned that if the handler isn’t ready, the dog won’t be either.

To Train?

In GameCraft Learning, we start with a “pre-check” to make sure you’re both set to succeed. Think of it like checking if your computer has power before you start typing—if it’s not plugged in, nothing’s going to happen.

Will answer you:

Jamie Robinson
Creator, Author, Trainer and Coder

crafter@gamecraftlearning.com

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