Pathfinder Agility

Pathfinder Agility offers structured, progressive training programs starting with Canine ABC for basic manners, followed by Introduction to Agility, then Beginning Agility 1 and 2, Intermediate Agility, and Advanced Agility for serious competitors. Additional specialized classes include Nosework, Recall, Impulse Control, Predation Substitute Training, and Yappy Trails for hiking. AKC CGC prep and testing are offered. All classes use positive reinforcement and are designed to build confidence, communication, and teamwork. Private lessons are available for customized training goals.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed publicly. Classes are offered in 4- or 7-week blocks. Private lessons, agility punch cards, and AKC evaluations are available by request. Waiting lists are maintained for popular classes, with priority given to those on the list.

Policies

Waiting lists are maintained for classes, and those on the list are notified first of openings. Classes are scheduled based on demand. No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated on the website.

Pathfinder Agility is a dog training business founded in 2011 by Natasha Osborn, a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) and Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). Natasha offers reward-based, force-free training using positive methods to build strong, trusting relationships between dogs and their owners. She provides a wide range of group classes including Canine ABC (basic manners), Introduction to Agility, Beginning and Intermediate Agility, Nosework, Recall training, Impulse Control, Predation Substitute Training, and AKC Canine Good Citizen prep. She also offers specialized seminars like Yappy Trails for hiking safety and First Aid for dog owners. Private lessons are available for puppies, behavioral issues, agility, or hiking. Classes are held at her outdoor arena in Stevensville, MT during spring, summer, and fall, and in a private indoor arena during winter. Natasha’s extensive experience includes 25+ years as a veterinary technician and personal experience with a pack of five dogs and wolf hybrids, giving her deep insight into canine behavior.

She is an official AKC evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs and offers certification testing. Her training philosophy emphasizes communication, mental stimulation, and fun, making her programs suitable for dogs of all ages and breeds, from fearful rescues to competitive agility dogs.

In addition to training, Natasha provides a Mobile Vet Tech Service, offering in-home veterinary support such as blood draws, IV fluids, and medication administration, which adds unique value for pet owners seeking integrated care.

Accomplishments

Natasha Osborn is a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) with over 25 years of clinical experience and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). She has been training and competing in agility since 2000 and is an official AKC evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy programs. She owns and trains a pack of five dogs and has extensive experience with wolf hybrids, contributing to her deep understanding of canine behavior.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can contact Natasha via email or phone to inquire about class availability, join a waiting list, or schedule a private lesson. Classes are scheduled based on demand, and new sessions are regularly announced.