Send Them On
Hi all, just a quickie to let you know I am working on the weave pole webinar, hoping to have it completed for the blog on Wednesday. This is your last chance to post any 2x2 questions for me. John and I are leaving the [...]
Rehearsing Success
When I was a kid I loved to play and watch hockey. As an adult, I rarely watch and haven't had an opportunity to play in quite some time. Playoff hockey is pretty much on the TV all the time right now up here in [...]
And the Winners are . . .
First of all thanks to all of you that took the time to give me your feedback by filling out the survey I posted last week. For those that intended to take the survey but didn't get around to it, you can still do [...]
Wii and Dog Agility
Okay, lots of you are using Wii so this one is for you (and those of you thinking of buying a Wii). I have Wii Fit, Play and Sport. I think the Wii Play is just a glorified video arcade. The other games are worthwhile [...]
Do You Wii?
Do you Wii? (no not wee, Wii). Just throwing it out there to you all, kind of an informal survey (hey btw thanks to everyone that has taken the survey from last week, winners to be announced at the end of this week). I bought [...]
Jumping into Spring, literally
Well I am feeling a bit better today so I thought I should try and train my dogs. Because we have grass that is green and not too soggy I thought I should fire up my jump grids for the girls. Susan Salo will be [...]
Playing for Change
This is an awesome clip that is a perfect pick-me-up for anyone (especially those that can't shake their flu bug). Please watch the entire clip it is awesome. Once you are done go to his youtube site www.youtube.com/playingforchange and watch the rest of them. Wow, [...]
An Easy Contest with a Great Payoff
Hey blog readers, I am looking for your help. I am thinking of a future product creation and would like to give you the opportunity to help develop the product. I would like to know what you feel are your 2 or 3 biggest challenges [...]
Swine Flu?
Ok, I really feel like crap. I returned home from San Diego, which John points out is way to close to Mexico not to be concerned, and came down with the flu. Last night I had to wake him up at 2 AM to get [...]
Aggression or Spatially Sensitive, Does it Really Matter?
Sorry all, that I have been away from the blog. I have had lots to say, but life has gotten in the way. I wanted to comment on the issue of dog:dog aggression. I think the run of spatially sensitive dogs we have had at [...]
Recalls … a worthwhile investment
Anytime I do a foundation workshop I mention the tremendous importance I put on a good recall. Not only is it lifesaving, everything grows from it. Focus for work, focus for you, the ability to control your dog at a distance and even handling gets [...]
Another Rockin’ Puppy Camp
Well puppy camp was once again a blast. I was very impressed with the way the campers all were able to create focus and drive in some pretty young puppies. The key was "fast and fun" transitions. From the crate to work and back to [...]
