Answer: To sign up, please visit our Challenge 2.0 page and reserve your spot. Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete your registration.

+ TWO: When does Challenge 2.0 start and end?

Answer: The live run of Challenge 2.0 begins on March 9 and ends on March 22. After that, Challenge 2.0 will be a self-guided e-course that you can join at any time. Please go at your own pace. You retain access to the content after the live run of Challenge 2.0 ends.

+ THREE: Following my purchase, when will I be able to access the Challenge 2.0 content and for how long?

Answer: Challenge 2.0 content (e.g. the videos and text that’s behind the Challenge 2.0 paywall) will be unlocked immediately after you purchase it. After that, you will have access to Challenge 2.0 for the foreseeable future, meaning you will still be able to access the Challenge 2.0 content as long as you are able to access the services that TOC provides.

+ FOUR: Do I have to commit to a particular schedule during the two weeks to participate in Challenge 2.0?

Answer: Nope! You are free to go at your own pace and opt in and out of activities as you wish. Challlenge 2.0 is set up to stand alone as a self-guided course. If you want to join the live Challenge 2.0 community event (which is totally optional and starts March 9) please follow us on Instagram where you can tag us in all of your Challenge 2.0 content so we can help cheer you on. After that, while we won’t be leading you and a group through Challenge 2.0 all at the same time, you’ll still have access to all of the same content, and we will still cheer you on if you share your progress on Instagram.

+ FIVE: Can I buy Challenge 2.0 after the live Challenge 2.0 window has passed?

Answer: Yes, enrollment open for Challenge 2.0 is always open! Join whenever you want and go at your own pace.

+ SIX: Is Challenge 2.0 virtual or in-person?

Answer: Challenge 2.0 is fully virtual! You will access everything you need online, and then you are free to have fun with your dog wherever you are!

+ SEVEN: What will we do in Challenge 2.0?

Answer: Each week, we will offer you daily activities that range from enrichment, tricks, and recall to cooperative care and cue transfers.

We’ve divided each day into five short videos. Here's how they're laid out:

Intro: This video gives you a quick overview of what you’ll do that day.
How-To: This is the “main” video with a video demo and instructions explaining how to do the training activity.
Shake it up: This is another demo video with another activity option for the day. In some cases, it’s a progression on that day’s How To, but sometimes it’s also just a different activity option.
Perks: This video tells you about some of the benefits you may experience with doing these activities.
Challenge: This is a short recap of what the how-to and shake-it-up were for the day. Each of these sections has a video and written text, so hopefully you’ll find a way to learn that suits you. If you want to skim the intro text and go straight to the how-to video, go for it! It’s your course!

For a full list of the activities in Challenge 2.0, please visit the Challenge 2.0 course page.

+ EIGHT: Is there a special community for Challenge 2.0?

Answer: We will create a sense of community on our main Instagram (@tailsofconnection) page, so tag us in your posts and stories! Be sure to follow us there! We will share as many as we can to celebrate your success, spread the joy, and allow our community to learn from and be inspired by each other.

You can find some fun Challenge 2.0 GIFs to add to your Instagram stories by searching “toc challenge,” “tails of connection,” "toc challenge 2.0" or a range of other similar search terms within the GIF section of Instagram stories.

+ NINE: Is Challenge 2.0 a good fit for me and my skill level?

Answer: Anyone can have fun with Challenge 2.0 regardless of your experience level. We have included a variety of activities in the course, so hopefully it keeps you interested in coming back. Each day, there is a how-to option and a shake-it-up option (both with tutorials), so you have the ability within each day to tailor the activity to your level and interests. You are also always welcome to take the theme and main points from that day and shake it up your way by adjusting the activity to your specific situation. Learning a new training skill every day can be daunting, so we've really tried to include a range of activities that allow you to consistently come into contact with reinforcement while also having the option to enjoy some new challenges. We also know your time is valuable, so we've designed the course in a way that allows you to pick and choose what to watch and read and move through it quickly (just 5 minutes a day!).

+ TEN: What age dog is Challlenge 2.0 designed for?

Answer: Challenge 2.0 is great for dogs of any age (including puppies) and experience level. There is truly something for everyone! Even if these topics aren't new to you, it's a great oppotunity to take the thinking out of what you're going to do with your dog that day and just have some fun with the activities we present. If you are a beginner, you will learn a lot (and have access to revisit everything after the challenge ends to keep working and progressing). As a reminder, Challenge 2.0 is not single-topic course (e.g. “puppies 101” or “perfect leash walking”).

+ ELEVEN: What equipment do I need?

Answer: The vast majority of Challenge 2.0 can be done without any additional products.

Here's a list of things you might want for Challenge 2.0.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at hello@tailsofconnection.com .

+ TWELVE: Where can I find/what is your refund policy?

Answer: We offer full refunds of the price of Challenge 2.0 with no questions asked up to 14 days after your purchase. If you need a refund, please email hello@tailsofconnection.com with the subject line CHALLENGE 2.0 REFUND. Please note that some refunds will take up to 30 days to process depending on your payment method.

+ THIRTEEN: Once purchased, how do I access Challenge 2.0?

When you purchase Challenge 2.0, you will receive an email asking you to complete your registration. Simply log into the Challenge 2.0 webpage to access the Challenge 2.0 content.

+ FOURTEEN: What training methods are used in Challenge 2.0?

Answer: We will use positive reinforcement throughout Challenge 2.0 (Challlenge 2.0 is all "force free).

+ FIFTEEN: Are you a professional trainer?

Answer: Yes, I am a certified professional dog trainer, knowledge assessed (CPDT-KA). I am also currently a Lead Trainer under Gwen Podulka, CPDT-KA and Dog Trained founder. I fell in love with training as a pet parent who was simply trying to help her fearful reactive dog, and I will forever be a student. I am excited to share the joy that I have found and to learn alongside all of you. You can read more of my story here.

+ SIXTEEN: Who do I contact for technical support?

Answer: If you are having technical issues with Challenge 2.0, please contact Podia at hello@podia.com.

+ SEVENTEEN: Is there an age limit?

Answer: You must be 16 years of age or older to purchase Challenge 2.0.

+EIGHTNTEEN: What if I can't afford Challenge 2.0 but would still like to participate?

If you want to join the challenge and the cost is the only thing stopping you, you can pay what you are able to by buying us a coffee here. Then email us here hello@tailsofoconnection.com to let us know, and we will manually enroll you in Challenge 2.0. If that's not possible, please email us at the same address, and we will work something out - no questions asked.

+NINETEEN: What if I didn't receive the welcome email after I purchased Challenge 2.0?

Please check your spam folder. Sometimes email filters can hide the welcome email. If that doesn't work please reach out to hello@podia.com for help.

+ ONE: How do I sign up for Challenge 2.0?