Category Archives: Dog

We had a good day. Only went 2 for 6 for qualifying but we had a good day. I took Wyatt back for contacts in Regular 2 and Touch and Go to make sure he was doing what he was … Continue reading →

I only have an A Frame in the yard and use it for distance discrimination as part of a larger course all the time. Wyatt and I have gotten good when the tunnel is on the outside of the A-Frame. … Continue reading →

I was very pleased that Wyatt and I earned 2 NADAC Chances qualifying legs (Qs) this weekend!  We went 0 to 5 this year so far but had many near Qs.   I was getting discouraged that we could ever earned … Continue reading →

I have been very occupied with the end of the school year and the robotics grant but I continue to train Wyatt in agility and both dogs in obedience.  I missed the deadline for the July 4 shows in Springfield … Continue reading →

I set up a course at home that mimicked the part of last Sunday’s Chances course we did not get.  It is a very common part of many NADAC Chances courses.  Here’s the part we missed. I set up something … Continue reading →

It was not a good feeling dropping off Patriot for a procedure Tuesday.  Wyatt and Patriot are the first dogs I have ever owned and I am starting to see them age (as well as myself!) Worst case thoughts crossed … Continue reading →

In reflecting on problems with NADAC Chances (distance game) at home and at trials, I came up with the following mantra to remember before I run. 1)  Keep moving!  Don’t stop suddenly. 2)  Communicate.  Keep a stream of commands going. … Continue reading →