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Breeds

How much does your trainer’s breed matter?

Sometimes I get calls from potential clients who are either not in my working area or who have a dog with issues that I am not currently taking on that I need to refer to another behavior consultant.  When I Read more…

By Vicki, 11 years4 years ago
Conformation classes

Puppies in Conformation Class

Yes!  It’s true!  I do allow young puppies in my conformation classes, in fact, I encourage it.  Because the methods that I use for training show dogs (and all dogs actually) are positive reinforcement methods young puppies do great and Read more…

By Vicki, 11 years4 years ago
Equipment

Choke Chains – Are They Really Necessary?

Frequently, I meet novice show people who seem to be under the impression that using a choke chain is mandatory in the show ring.  This is probably because when they have showed up at a dog show with their dog Read more…

By Vicki, 11 years4 years ago
Positive Reinforcement

Getting Reinforced for Reinforcing Others

I went to the Golden Gate Kennel Club dog show on Sunday.  It was the first the show where I brought my Dog Shows are Fun! cards and charms.  I gave out three of them and it felt great!  The Read more…

By Vicki, 11 years4 years ago
Behavior Modification

But my breeder says….

But my breeder says…  If I had a dollar for every time I have heard these words followed by an inaccurate statement about canine behavior I would be a millionaire.  Before breeders everywhere start raising their hackles, let me just Read more…

By Vicki, 11 years4 years ago

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