Category Archives: Training

No Cue For You!

Sometimes I feel that a cue from me is completely unnecessary. There are several behaviors I teach my dogs without asking them for anything and, once the behavior is taught, I still don’t put a cue word to it. Most … Continue reading

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Canine Carnival

One of these days, I’d like to attend one of these pet festivals and be able to enjoy browsing through the vendor tents, checking out the rescues, and watching the various dog demos. For now, however, that’s a pipe dream. … Continue reading

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Freestyle Practice

Lately I’ve been trying to utilize toy rewards in my training more. Especially since Risa’s favorite activity is running. The best way I can utilize that as a reward is to use her flirt pole. Initially, I found using toys … Continue reading

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She’s a MANIAC!

Yesterday I took Risa lure coursing again. She had a great time and earned her WCM (Wylde Courser Maniac) title after her final run of the day. She’s the first dog to take home this title. The lure course operator … Continue reading

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Celebration Extravaganza

Since I thought 5 years together was too momentous of an occasion not to go all out and celebrate, I had an amazing weekend planned for Risa and I. It started off a bit slowly but culminated in a weekend … Continue reading

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