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.

Focus on the Do

I feel bad for some dogs when I’m out walking Risa. While I’m stuffing her full of treats and praising her to the heavens when we pass another dog, those other dogs aren’t always so lucky. Oftentimes, I hear their … Continue reading

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Small Steps

When living with a fearful or reactive dog, training is all about small steps. You have to pay attention to and celebrate the minor successes. There aren’t likely to be any major accomplishments at first. In fact, the only way … Continue reading

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Re-Evaluating

This past weekend Risa and I trialed in rally again. I’ve really started to get into rally; something I wasn’t sure we’d ever click with. Not to mention there have been enough trials close by that it’s been easy to … Continue reading

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I’m Not Lying

I think people are starting to think I’m a liar. I’m honest with everyone about my dog’s issues. It’s only fair they’re warned and prepared. Not to mention it often explains some of her strange quirks and weird things that … Continue reading

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Adopt the Internet Day

It’s hard to believe that almost 5 years ago I started my dog search. The first site I visited: Petfinder. Today, Petfinder is celebrating it’s 15 year anniversary! It’s amazing to think that Petfinder has been helping people find new, … Continue reading

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