Monthly Archives: December 2014

Growling – why I need it!

Posted on December 26, 2014 by westwinddt

This is from a handout I created almost four years ago. I tried to reformat it for a blog – not always the easiest thing to do  🙂 Please note: this is not addressing play growling.  This addresses growling because your … Continue reading →

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What Will I Teach?

Posted on December 19, 2014 by westwinddt

  At UKC shows, Junior Handlers are often asked questions about the breed of dog they are handling. Later, the judge told me Connor had informed her that since he was Autistic and may not be the best handler, he … Continue reading →

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Here We Come A’Caroling

Posted on December 17, 2014 by westwinddt

Karen Peak Oh Christmas tree oh Christmas tree, How I love your ornametry. Oh Christmas tree with shimmery balls, That soon shall crash on down the halls. Those pretty lights all shining bright! A chomp then fire may light the … Continue reading →

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Be It Purebred or Crossbred, Good Breeder or Good Rescue: do what is right for YOU!

Posted on December 11, 2014 by westwinddt

Original working title was There Is No Shame. You have two puppies to choose from. Puppy one you are told there is no good way to determine final size, coat type or expected behaviors as the puppy matures. Puppy two … Continue reading →

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Dancing, Pageants and Effective Leading

Posted on December 5, 2014 by westwinddt

Some days I worry about the paths my brain takes. I admit I watch that genre of television called “reality.” Two particular shows give strong lessons regarding effective teaching and leadership that apply to humans, canines and many other species. … Continue reading →

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Pets as Presents – can it work?

Posted on December 5, 2014 by westwinddt

Karen Peak There has been a lot written about why not to give pets as presents. However, if certain, strict criteria is met, there is a possibility the gift can work. Unless, after a lot of research and willingness to … Continue reading →

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Excuse or Explanation

Posted on December 4, 2014 by westwinddt

Excuse:  to make apology for: to try to remove blame from Explain: to give the reason for or cause of: to show the logical development or relationships of (Merriam Webster Dictionary) Dog behavior in various situations has been an on and off … Continue reading →

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Lure Coursing

Posted on December 1, 2014 by westwinddt

I write for a local newspaper.  Some times my works end up on line, other times, just the print version.  Therefore, I will be sharing a lot of what I do for the paper on my blog as well – … Continue reading →

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