Information about the practice of showing your dog in an obedience or rally trial.
The awards just concluded it’s time to head off to Dairy Queen. But wait! Do you know for sure if your score is entered correctly in the Judge’s Book and the math is correct?
Did You Double-Check the Judge’s Book? Read More »
Struggling to find a place to train? Days are short, buildings shut, classes cancelled. If you’re feeling discouraged you’re not alone!
Seven’s reached 18 months and it is safe to start teaching him to jump full height. To ensure this is positive I’m using a jump that will let the bar easily fall.
Jumping Full Height for Competition Obedience Read More »
AKC had to cancel the RNC and NOC in July due to CoVid 19, but shifted it to Orlando in December 2020 replacing the AKC Classic. It is an interesting time to compete in dog events of any kind.
RNC & NOC In The Age of COVID-19 Read More »
If you’re interested in learning about AKC Rally, you may already have a dog that can do the required skills.
It’s All About the Journey ~ An Introduction to Rally Read More »
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2018 Dog Trainer’s Survey ~ Exhibitor Comments – Part IV Read More »
*** I feel that some of my answers are dependent on my present dog situation. I’ve only got two dogs; one who completed his titles before the changes to obedience were implemented and another, younger dog who dislikes obedience so we’re currently training in agility. I do own a heavy-bodied breed, though, and I don’t believe that the broad jump did any physical harm to either of the ones I trialed at the open level.
2018 Front & Finish Dog Trainer’s Survey ~ Exhibitor Comments Part III Read More »
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2018 Dog Trainer’s Survey ~ Exhibitor’s Comments – Part II Read More »
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2018 Dog Trainer’s Survey – Exhibitor Comments Part I Read More »
During the week of November 12th through the 19th, 2018, Front & Finish presented a survey to the dog training community. The survey was opened to gain insight into current exhibitor participation and feelings about recent changes affecting the sports of obedience and rally. While information about a variety of registries was collected one primary focus of the study centered on the American Kennel Club.
2018 Dog Trainer’s Survey – Interpretation of the Results Read More »
