Author Archives: Jamie

About Jamie

I'm just a traditionally-trained artist with interests in dog training. I currently teach classes at the local obedience training club (tricks, freestyle, and Rally-FrEe) and I also teach classes professionally for an organization who helps veterans train their own service dogs.

Freestyle Practice

Lately I’ve been trying to utilize toy rewards in my training more. Especially since Risa’s favorite activity is running. The best way I can utilize that as a reward is to use her flirt pole. Initially, I found using toys … Continue reading

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She’s a MANIAC!

Yesterday I took Risa lure coursing again. She had a great time and earned her WCM (Wylde Courser Maniac) title after her final run of the day. She’s the first dog to take home this title. The lure course operator … Continue reading

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Celebration Extravaganza

Since I thought 5 years together was too momentous of an occasion not to go all out and celebrate, I had an amazing weekend planned for Risa and I. It started off a bit slowly but culminated in a weekend … Continue reading

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Stuck Like Glue

Some days I don’t feel like trying. Some days you know I just wanna give up. When it doesn’t matter whose right Fight about it all night Had enough, you give me that look. I’m sorry, baby, let’s make up. … Continue reading

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Reinforcement

No matter what type of training method you prefer, I think having varied reinforcement sets both you and your dog up for success. As they say, variety is the spice of life. Why should your dog only expect one type … Continue reading

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