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.

Trialing with a Reactive Dog

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Jamie

Choosing to trial with a reactive dog is a difficult decision. There are a lot of factors that must be weighed. After all, each dog is an individual. Not all reactive dogs are so bad that they cannot successfully trial. … Continue reading →

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Trust Me

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Jamie

We started our new rally class. This one encompasses all the levels whereas the prior class was just AKC novice level. I was really looking forward to it as I do with all classes Risa and I sign up for. … Continue reading →

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Mick Jagger Was Right

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Jamie

I wanted a dog I could take with me everywhere. I wanted an agility partner that I could tear up the course with. I wanted a dog who hung on my every word. I wanted a companion to cuddle with … Continue reading →

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What Do I Want?

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Jamie

Ever since high school I’ve dreamt of owning a German shepherd dog. I love their look, their loyalty, their drive to work with their person, their athleticism and intelligence. Any task you put them to, they’ll do. They may not … Continue reading →

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ADD Dog

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Jamie

It has recently become obvious to me that Risa has horrible handler focus. Honestly, I can’t figure out why I never noticed it before. Well, maybe that’s unfair. When I got her, I knew she had no focus at all. … Continue reading →

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