Category Archives: Dog Training Seminars

Updated Rally Rules

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Jamie

Starting April 4, AKC is implementing new signs and rules for rally courses. I have known of this change since the end of last year and, quite honestly, was looking forward to it. The main reasons being that 1) I … Continue reading →

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This Is No Time For Corrections

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Jamie

While I find no need for positive punishment in my training bag, I’m willing to accept that many people do. That’s fine. However, I disagree about using corrections with a reactive dog. In fact, I think that is one instance … Continue reading →

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Struggle

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Jamie

It seems no matter how hard I work, focus is still an issue for Risa. While it’s true that I really only realized the depth of this issue once we started competing regularly, it’s always been a problem. I remember, … Continue reading →

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Michele Pouliot Seminar Weekend

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Jamie

This past weekend, I had the immense pleasure of attending a 2-day seminar with amazing freestyler and clicker trainer Michele Pouliot. I was fortunate enough to have been present for her learning lecture at Clicker Expo in 2009 (I was … Continue reading →

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Get SMART About Dog Training

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Jamie

This weekend, I had the outstanding opportunity to attend a seminar with Kathy Sdao MA, CAAB (associate). If you EVER get the chance to see her, GO. Don’t even hesitate. She is amazing. I learned so much this weekend my … Continue reading →

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