tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post196793243809543174..comments2024-03-04T06:54:50.622-06:00Comments on Reactive Champion: IntroductionsCrystal (Thompson) Barrerahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01738188430244886019noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-63556079831181359112009-12-18T06:20:36.617-06:002009-12-18T06:20:36.617-06:00Yes, I have my doubts on how the AKC program is go...Yes, I have my doubts on how the AKC program is going to work out. I haven't even bothered to register her with them yet. <br /><br />I think she'd love agility, if she could get over her fear. I'm hoping to try some private classes in a year or so. Right now, we play lots of shaping games at home to stand on weird things that move slightly or have a weird texture: boxes, kiddie pools, very slight wobble boards, etc. I do think it's helping; over the past 4-6 weeks, I've seen her do Scary Things she's never done before, like nosing open doors! That's a pretty big deal for her! Although, now we do have latch her crate. We've never had to do that before.Crystal (Thompson) Barrerahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01738188430244886019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-56693571228500623822009-12-17T22:00:51.006-06:002009-12-17T22:00:51.006-06:00those are wonderful goals!! Although the akc mixe...those are wonderful goals!! Although the akc mixed breed program really needs to change then since a "separate but equal" system basically doesn't allow for any mixed breeds to get an OTCH since they're not offically competing against the purebreds and I doubt there would be enough mixed breed dogs in high levels to get enough points. stupid, but I guess it's a start. <br /><br />as for agility, it so helps to build confidence! i think it would be wonderful to get her into a class someday or just do backyard (or living room!) agilityLaura and The Corgi, Toller, & Duckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437492165453445126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-86222901887104323212009-12-17T21:40:55.472-06:002009-12-17T21:40:55.472-06:00I suppose I should make a goal post, eh?
For 2010...I suppose I should make a goal post, eh?<br /><br />For 2010, I'm hoping to get her ARCH, and possibly either a CD-H or a U-CD. Those two are harder because of the honors and group exercises. <br /><br />In the (far) future, my ultimate goal is the U-OCH and maybe the OTCH-M, depending on how the AKC's mixed breed program is going to pan out. I also want to get her ARCHMX. <br /><br />Non-letter-wise, but my biggest goal is to help her learn to be comfortable and calm at trials. Right now she can go and do well if I manage her correctly (and I'm still learning what that means), but I'd love for her to be a bit more relaxed. I'd also like her to learn to play agility. She's so fearful that I know that's a very long-term goal, though.Crystal (Thompson) Barrerahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01738188430244886019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-8932412209034042842009-12-17T21:26:06.910-06:002009-12-17T21:26:06.910-06:00aw it's brand new blog :) I think you are doi...aw it's brand new blog :) I think you are doing wonderful with Maisy from what I've seen the last 3 times I've met her! Do you have a distinct goal in mind for this "obedience champions" (like an actual OTCH?) or just competing and conquering whatever comes your way?Laura and The Corgi, Toller, & Duckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437492165453445126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-13311812806533520442009-12-05T14:02:57.639-06:002009-12-05T14:02:57.639-06:00Thank you so much for your kind words, Sara! Maisy...Thank you so much for your kind words, Sara! Maisy is my first dog. If I'd had a "normal" dog, I would not have needed to learn so much about training. So, I am grateful to her for having issues; I've found a hobby I truly enjoy.Crystal (Thompson) Barrerahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01738188430244886019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1101438868458660054.post-78130475422436252282009-12-05T03:23:19.214-06:002009-12-05T03:23:19.214-06:00Welcome to the blogging world! I'm looking for...Welcome to the blogging world! I'm looking forward to hearing about your and Maisy's adventures. You've done an incredible job together, and with your continuing education and Maisy's tutelage I don't think you can in all fairness call yourself an 'amateur' dog trainer anymore. ;-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com