Category Archives: Dog Shows

Behavior Modification, Body Language, Conformation classes, Dog Shows, Fearful Dogs, Owner Handlers, Positive Reinforcement, Training

“I can’t believe he hasn’t tried to bite you”

Over the years as a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant there has been a constant theme of comments that I have received and continue…

was last modified: June 15th, 2019 by Vicki

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Breeders, Breeds, Conformation classes, Dog Shows, Owner Handlers, Positive Reinforcement, Puppies, Show Dog Prep School, Training

Attention Breeders

Those of you who breed know, like me, how challenging it can be to teach a new puppy owner who is not in your immediate…

was last modified: May 14th, 2019 by Vicki

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Dog Shows, Handling, Movement/Gaiting, Owner Handlers, Positive Reinforcement

Flexibility and trying new things

was last modified: January 31st, 2019 by Vicki

was last modified: January 31st, 2019 by Vicki

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Behavior Modification, Body Language, Breeders, Breeds, Dog Shows, Fearful Dogs, Owner Handlers, Positive Reinforcement, Training

The Little Dogs that Could

was last modified: December 11th, 2018 by Vicki

was last modified: December 11th, 2018 by Vicki

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Breeders, Breeds, Dog Shows, Owner Handlers, Professional Handlers, Puppies, Specialty

Retirement Homes for Show Dogs

was last modified: November 14th, 2018 by Vicki

was last modified: November 14th, 2018 by Vicki

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Behavior Modification, Dog Shows, Handling, Movement/Gaiting, Owner Handlers, Positive Reinforcement, Puppies, Training

Pulling on the Lead Part One

was last modified: November 11th, 2018 by Vicki

was last modified: November 11th, 2018 by Vicki

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Dog Shows, Puppies, Specialty

4-6 Month Puppy Competition

4-6 MONTH PUPPY COMPETITION Ever since AKC began offering the 4-6 month old puppy competition I have had people asking me what I think about…

was last modified: August 5th, 2018 by Vicki

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Dog Shows, Handling, Owner Handlers

Competing with the Pros – How could you possibly?

was last modified: July 21st, 2018 by Vicki

was last modified: July 21st, 2018 by Vicki

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Behavior Modification, Body Language, Dog Shows, Fearful Dogs, Handling

Vinegar or Honey?

was last modified: July 15th, 2018 by Vicki

was last modified: July 15th, 2018 by Vicki

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