Category Archives: Fear

She Needs You

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Jamie

Many years ago, Risa and I trained with a group of freestylers on Friday nights. It was an informal gathering where we we able to work on our routines and get feedback from fellow canine dancers. We all took turns … Continue reading →

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Testing 1. . .2. . .3

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Jamie

You can learn a lot from failure. When you trial your dog you learn what you know and figure out what you still need to work on. No surprise for us, Risa’s lack of focus is still a huge issue. … Continue reading →

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The Power of the Dance

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Jamie

Last night was the final night of my canine musical freestyle class. This is the class I have waited 3 years to teach and the first class I have ever taught. It was an amazing 8 weeks. There was not … Continue reading →

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Confessions

Posted on August 17, 2013 by Jamie

I didn’t always like my dog. I always loved her. Her award-winning smile. Her goofy nature. Her velvety-soft coat and too-big-for-her-head ears. I knew she was supposed to be mine. But I didn’t like her right away. In fact, she … Continue reading →

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Lucky Number Seven

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Jamie

Tomorrow is Risa’s 7th Gotcha Day but we celebrated this weekend. We went for a long walk at our favorite place. It’s just a shame it was so hot and yucky out! I stopped by McDonald’s on the way home … Continue reading →

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