Jill has been working on polite heeling now for about a week. She can be very distracted and worried about the world around her but…
TImber: What dog?
Timber is practicing his skills around other dogs. He doesn’t have to want to be buddies with all other dogs, but it is required that…
Millie’s Going Home!
Millie is settling quietly on her bed while I put on my shoes. She has been a great student and has really progressed to being…
Calm in the House
Bella and Millie LOVE to play together, but we are saving playtime for outside. They like to lick each other’s faces, but they have to…
Millie: Safe Car Rides
Millie loves going places in the car! She is working hard to stay calm in the vehicle. This isn’t just important for her safety, but…
Doorway Manners
Doorway manners are essential for leadership as well as your dog’s safety. Start with a short distance and then gradually increase it. Don’t forget to…
Double Down!
Millie and Bella are showing off their manners! They are staying in a down while I check the mail. No need to follow me!
Timber: Along for the Ride
Timber is learning that his handler has things under control and he can just relax and come along for the ride. Once Timber knows this,…
Millie’s Dinner Manners
Millie has mastered sitting for dinner, so we took it to the next level: lying down and waiting to be released. She is working hard…
Calming the Chocolate Labs
Millie and Bella are both practicing being calm before our walk. This means waiting before they come out of the crate, sitting at the doorway,…