DashDash learned to nod her head “yes”. I shaped the behavior in about six 5 minute sessions. Shaping is my preferred method of training when I want my dog to interact with something. She already knew to touch her nose …
I sat ringside of a recent rally trial and watched the competitors. The same mistakes were made at the same exercises at all three levels. It wasn’t lack of training on the dog’s part that earned point deductions. It was …
I was talking to someone today about my trick class. That person asked me how many commands my Doberman, DashDash, knows. She also asked me how many of the tricks listed in Kyra Sundance’s multiple books did my dog know …
4 week session – Wednesday, Nov 7th – 11:30-12:30 SE 91st and Stark, Portland Get ready to earn your titles at Rose City Register Class Schedule
When in state of heightened arousal, the instinct will override learned behavior. No matter how well a dog is trained to do something in a class situation, when stressed or highly excited, the hard drive (instinct) will always win out …
Nested Courses Tuesday, 6-7pm October 18 and October 25 Wet Dog Wellness Center 432 SE 91st Ave, Portland 2 runs for $10, add $5 for input and review