2024 Issue Index
January Issue
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In this issue…
- F&F Rally Advanced A Ratings
- Visualize Success (It’s Not What You Think) ~ Elizabeth Raba
- Happy New Year To Our Valued “Front & Finish” Family! ~ Bob Self
- Challenging Novice/Advanced Courses ~ Bea Moore
- Plans and Goals for 2024 ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Off, Standby, and Working Modes ~ Janice Gunn
- Nose Work Classes Are Over Till Spring ~ Marilyn Miller
- Getting An Early Start ~ Deborah Neufeld
- Judges Ask Themselves “Are You Ready?” ~ John Cox
February Issue
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In this issue…
- F&F Ratings ~ Top 100 OTCH Dogs of All Time
- Canine Respiratory Infection Worries Exhibitors ~ Bob Self
- Dogged Dissent Over Dog Parks ~ Willard Bailey
- Advanced Rally Challenges # 19 ~ Bea Moore
- Changing My Mindset ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Remote Reinforcement ~ Janice Gunn
- Taking It Slow ~ Marilyn Miller
- A Cultural Shift ~ Deborah Neufeld
- Don’t Overlook The Devil In The Details ~ John Cox
- Celebrating Achievements ~ Jane Guidinger & Redcoat Midnight In London BN CD PCD RAE4 RM6 AX MJP MFP TKA CGC CGCA
- What Is NADOI? ~ Linda Lindgren
March Issue
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In this issue…
- The ’23 Delaney Ratings Are In!
- Dopamine: Don’t Train Your Dog Without It ~ Willard Bailey
- Meet Kim Berkley ~ Lauire Lo
- Continuing Intro to Rally 20 ~ Beatrice Moore
- Training the Senior Dog ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Relieving Boredom With A Tea Ball ~ Marilyn Miller
- Immediate ~ Deborah Neufeld
- Nuances In Scoring In Regards To HF, D, DR ~ John Cox
- NADOI ~ Top Ten Tricks To Enrich Dog Training Classes ~ Ellen Drews-Stoen
- AKC ~ Aviation Filing of Loss, Injury, or Death of Animals
- Obedience Cross Training ~ Bob Self
April Issue
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In this issue…
- The ’23 Rally Combined Ratings
- What NOT To Do ~ Deborah Neufeld
- Advanced Rally Challenges ~ Beatrice Moore
- Indoors or Outdoors ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Finding The Right Dumbbell Can Be Difficult ~ Marilyn Miller
- NADOI ~ The House Line ~ Helen Cariotis
- Handler’s Guide For Saving Points + Handler’s Guide For Going The Distance ~ John Cox
- Stewarding ~ Bob Self
May Issue
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In this issue…
- F&F Rally Novice Ratings
- It Was the Worst of Days. It Was the Best of Days ~ Willard Bailey
- Country Dog vs. City Dog – Glenna MacLeod
- Course Practice ~ Challenging Novice/Advanced Rally Courses ~ Bea Moore
- Handler Socialization ~ Deb Neufeld
- NADOI ~ The Solid Lead ~ Helen Cariotis
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Honoring The Memory of Nicklus ~ John Cox
- The Early History of Dogs ~ Bob Self
- Protect Your Pets From Cicadas!
- Top Dog Obedience School ~ Betsy Scapicchio & Linda Brennan Seminar
June Issue
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In this issue…
- Tribute to John Cox
- F&F Novice A&B Obedience Ratings
- Evolution of Dog Training Methodologies ~ Bob Self
- Advanced Rally Challenges: Excellent Course ~ Bea Moore
- Away From The Dog House ~ Duro Dog Ladies ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Journey Of The Heart ~ Deb Neufeld
- When In Doubt Consult The Rule Book ~ Marilyn Miller
- NADOI ~ Intrinsic Motivation ~ Monique Anstee
- Setting Your “Focal Point” ~ Janice Gunn
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Knowing Starting Positions Of The Various Exercises ~ John Cox
July Issue
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In this issue…
- 2023 First & Foremost Rating System ~ Top Team: Lance Kruse & Roxy
- Exhibitor Highlight ~ Terry Barnes & “Quail” ~ Dee Dee Anderson
- Supporting NADOI ~ Bob Self
- Challenging Novice/Advanced Courses ~ Advanced Course – Taking Off Leash ~ Bea Moore
- Is Giving Up A Good Thing ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Jumping In Obedience ~ Deb Neufeld
- What To Do When Your Dog Shuts Down ~ Marilyn
- Scent Detection Game ~ Janice Gunn
- NADOI ~ End Of Life Decisions ~ Maryna Ozuna
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Honing In On One’s Judging Skills In Novice ~ John Cox
August Issue
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In this issue…
- 2023 Rally Masters Rating System
- Exhibitor Highlight ~ The Story Of An Unlikely OTCH ~ Gerianne Darnell
- Feature Article ~ Gaze Into My Eyes … Fluffy ~ Willard Bailey
- Biscuits & Bones ~ Building Focus & Confidence In Dogs ~ Bob Self
- Course Practice ~ Advanced Rally Challenges 22 – Master – 303 Jump – Front Side Steps – Being A Team Member ~ Bea Moore
- Away From The Dog House ~ Obedience From The Other Side Of The Jump ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Doggedly Obedient – Returning To Nose Work ~ Marilyn Miller
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Honing In On One’s Open Judging Skills ~ John Cox
- New CDC Regulations on Importing & Traveling With Dogs
September Issue
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In this issue…
- 2023 Rally Intermediate Rating System
- How To Get Your Training Mojo Back ~ Elizabeth Raba
- Course Practice ~ Challenging Novice/Advanced Courses : Advanced Diagonal Course ~ Bea Moore
- Away From The Dog House ~ Veteran’s Classes For Dogs, But Not For Handlers ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Doggedly Obedient – Rules To Remember In Nose Work ~ Marilyn Miller
- A Common Bond ~ Who’s On First? Or, What’s The Batting Order? ~ Deborah Neufeld
- NADOI ~ Recognizing Dog Stress & Calming Signals ~ Ellen Drewes-Stoen
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Honing In On One’s Utility Judging Skills ~ John Cox
- Biscuits & Bones ~ Essential Skills For Becoming A Proficient Dog Trainer & Competitor ~ Bob Self
October Issue
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In this issue…
- Open A Obedience Ratings
- Rally Advanced A Ratings
- Obedience Loses A Dear Friend: Lynn Heidinger
- 2024 AKC National Obedience Championship Top Ten Teams ~ Dee Dee Anderson
- 2024 AKC Rally National Championship Top Ten Teams ~ Dee Dee Anderson
- Feature Article ~ When Dog Sports Trainers Encounter The Dreaded Local Leash Law ~ Willard Bailey
- Course Practice ~ Advanced Rally Challenges – 23 ~ Bea Moore
- Service Announcement ~ Not Just the Dog: How to Protect Yourself from Ticks
- Away From The Dog House ~ When Obedience Is Used As Therapy ~ Glenna MacLeod
- Doggedly Obedient – Preparing For The Odor Recognition Test ~ Marilyn Miller
- A Common Bond ~ Judging… ~ Deborah Neufeld
- Random Little Tidbits ~ Learn The Applicable Penalties In The Scoring Sections ~ John Cox
- Biscuits & Bones ~ The Journey Within: Why Dog Training and Obedience Trials Reflect Personal Growth ~ Bob Self
November Issue
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In this issue…
- F&F November Issue. Don’t be a turkey… You’re a dog trainer! Your F&F is on the way!
December Issue
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In this issue…
- F&F December Issue. Another year coming to a close… Another dozen issues… It goes so fast but a fresh start is just around the corner. May your holidays be blessed and your future bright! We’ll have your issue out soon!