Gromit’s Tracking Test

Gromit’s Tracking Test

Just a quick post to share the video of Gromit earning his Tracking Dog title on this very windy day.  I was really proud of the little guy working so well in tough conditions, even if he did stop to roll in something on the first leg of the track.  Out of...
Nosework

Nosework

On Saturday, Maya and I attended our first nose work trial.  This is Maya’s “retirement sport” that we started after she stopped competing in agility.  The idea is to train the dog to find and indicate the odor of specific essential oils (birch in...
The Dog Training Tool in Your Hand

The Dog Training Tool in Your Hand

Chances are you are reading this post on one of my favorite dog training tools- the smart phone or tablet (ok, really iPhone or iPad- why would you want any other brand?)  Don’t believe me?  Here’s an example of how much less “stuff” I have in...

#Opt Outside

So apparently this is a thing- do something outdoors instead of shopping on Black Friday.  Not a bad idea and I have the perfect suggestion- the Mid New Jersey PBGV Association hunt test in Flemington, NJ.  Friday, November 25 is the warm up day for the...