Atlas had a great time for search and rescue. Atlas had to wait until released. Once released he started picking up the scent and was…
Rosie leash manners
Rosie did a great job around other dogs. Even if she is avoiding them by turning her back. As long as she isn’t trying to…
Supervised Playtime
Gretel, Raven, Barley, and Rudy are enjoying some free time with the nice weather. I keep them on their toes and paying attention to me…
Chief: Meeting Strangers
Chief can sometimes be scared of strangers, men in particular, so we are practicing meeting and interacting appropriately with people who initially scare him. He…
Hanging Out with Gretel and Raven
Gretel and Raven are working on their indoor manners together while they stay for Continuing Education. Gretel stays busy with her toys or antler while…
A Good Place to Be
Scout is learning the crate is a safe place to relax after a big walk full of practicing commands. With mental exercise, he would rather…
Barley Settles Down
When we come inside, it’s time to be calm and settle on a spot. Barley can lie on her bed or the floor, but no…
Rosie’s Door Manners
In dog language, whoever leaves first is in charge, scoping things out and leading the way. The biggest rule at DTC is that humans enter…
Outing at Lake Lynn
Yesterday was a perfect day for a trip to Lake Lynn to practice manners in a new place. Barley is learning no matter who holds…
Downtown with Ginger
To work on exposure, socialization, and confidence we took Ginger downtown. We practiced drills and walking through crowds. Afterwards she practiced settling while we had…