UKC Rally Program
In this issue, I would like to introduce the UKC Rally Program. The revised program went into effect on July 2, 2020 with the addition of many new signs and a completely new level.
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Repetition, Schmepetition
There’s no substitute for repetition in learning. How many times do athletes run drills? How much practice does it take to get to the Olympics? How much work does it take to earn an OTCH?
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Why Do We Own Dogs?
Approximately forty-two percent of all households own a dog and there are over seventy-five million individuals who own dogs. While dogs are one of the most beloved companions of man, the majority of owner’s don’t train dogs.
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Front & Finish® 2020 Rally Novice Ratings
Top Dog:Shetland Sheepdog, Ivanlee Let The Games Begin BN RN CGC ~ Owned & Handled by K Darling
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Front & Finish® 2020 Novice A&B Obedience Ratings
Top Dog: Keeshond, Wyndspell Effervescent CD ~ Owned & Handled by M Crain
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1 in 4 Think Walking Dogs Every Day Should Be Legally Required
43% believe dog owners who don’t walk their pets should receive a life ban from owning pets. Half think tying up dogs for over an hour should be illegal.
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What to Carry in Your Judge’s Case?
A judge’s case is comprised of ones tools of the trade. Many of the items needed for judging are supplied by the judge. It s NOT the obligation of a club, Superintendent or Show Secretary to provide anything other than:
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Virtual AKC ~ Training & Titling in the Time of COVID-19
Many of us are still not able to get out and about with our dogs due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Fortunately, there are some wonderful activities and titling opportunities in which we can participate while we wait for trials and shows to fully reopen around the country.
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Get Off My Property!
I love doing obedience as a sport and I’ve been lucky enough to own biddable dogs. I’m proud of my dogs when people stop to watch my training, while marveling at the things they are doing. Even though my working dogs impress those who adore their pets, but aren’t really interested in formal obedience I am aware that I still have a long, long way to go to get to reach the top of the competitive obedience ladder.
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Training Tip for the Broad Jump
This is a maintenance concept I teach my dogs while learning the Broad Jump. It keeps their return to me after landing nice and tight.
