Category Archives: Fear

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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Constant Vigilance!

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Jamie

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Communication

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Jamie

Maybe it’s just because I have a dog who has issues with other dogs, but I’ve noticed that a large majority of dogs have terrible social skills. This frustrates me immensely. I know it frustrates Risa too. There have been … Continue reading →

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