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.

Socially Awkward

Posted on December 23, 2010 by Jamie

Risa doesn’t have the best social skills. She’s much like the shy kid at the party. When first arriving, she introduces herself nicely but then she goes off in the corner to be by herself. She’s uncomfortable being there and … Continue reading →

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Ignorant Employees

Posted on December 19, 2010 by Jamie

I’m very disappointed with pet care professionals these days. It seems that, despite working with pets every day (especially dogs), they are completely unaware of how to properly interact with them. I expect John Q. Public to be illiterate when … Continue reading →

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3-2-1 SNOW!

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Jamie

With about 6 feet having fallen in just half a month’s time, it’s clear we have a lot of snow. I’m going to go against the majority here and declare that “I like snow.” I do not like shoveling, dusting … Continue reading →

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I Eat Meat

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Jamie

(This blog entry will feature photos of my dog eating raw meat. If such images may offend you, you might want to avoid reading further.) There is a lot of controversy out there about raw feeding dogs. Some people find … Continue reading →

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Rally Mutt

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Jamie

We’ve always had a bit of a love/hate relationship with rally. During our general obedience classes we took in Montana, we covered many of the rally stations. Our trainer was working towards her RAE with her dog and we were … Continue reading →

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