tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20086993810194520642024-02-07T00:16:58.506-06:00Smooth Sailin' AgilityAgility requires that we continue to learn and develop. You will never know everything. I believe that you will achieve more by being open minded, and always searching for a better way. Developing lasting relationships with both dogs and humans along the way! That's what dog training is all about.Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.comBlogger326125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-12158302830506982702013-07-16T06:21:00.001-05:002013-07-16T06:21:24.334-05:00Carol Kendle and MACH Yasha!! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Huge CONGRATS!!</div>
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Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-48827401546066968702013-04-14T08:22:00.002-05:002013-04-14T08:28:02.110-05:00MACH Happy Go Lucky Ryelee CD 3/2/99-4/10/13<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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(Rilda and Ryelee at the AKC Nationals in Ohio, 2007)</div>
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A Message from Liz, who was kind enough to welcome him into her home after Rilda was diagnosed with lung cancer in July. Thank you Liz for giving him a great 6 months, and giving Rilda peace of mind knowing that Ryelee would have a 'forever' home. </div>
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I just want to let you know that I said good bye to Ryelee yesterday.
Ryelee was diagnosed with lymphoma 2 weeks ago. Although the prednisone
therapy helped in some aspects of his life, the treatment did not
achieve the hoped for results. After discussion with Dr. Mulch, we
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had the privilege of taking care of Ryelee for about 6 months. While
he was with me, he enjoyed walks at the farm, around Clarence and the
conservation park. The rabbits in my yard were just lucky that Ryelee
was an old dog because he knew they were there. He also enjoyed
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favorite Ryelee story was when Rilda was working on his CD. The stand
for exam is tough when you have a dog that does not particularly like
humans. I told Rilda the way to help this was to teach Ryelee to give
kisses. Much to Rilda’s horror, I taught Ryelee to give me a kiss. I
don’t know if this actually helped get the CD but Ryelee could still
give me a kiss when prompted to the very end. The most fun part of this
was watching Rilda’s face when he would give me a kiss!</div>
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Thank you to all of you who have helped me take care of Ryelee the past 6 months. </div>
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out by letting the dog choose?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s
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the same set up with both Seeker and Nettle, working them individually of
course.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I asked the dog to sit, I showed
them each toy and put presented them in a pile about 10’ ahead of them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I just gave them a release word, and let them
do whatever they wanted.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I knew they’d
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Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-58675465703119724552013-02-18T09:01:00.000-06:002013-02-18T09:01:40.977-06:00Happy Endings In AgilityHave you ever noticed how we seem to put a lot of time into our 'Start Lines', or 'Set up'? We also put a great deal of time into our overall obstacle performance. Why is it that we never seem to put any thought or time into how we'll finish our run?<br />
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Over the last two weekends running USDAA, I had the opportunity to spend a great deal of time in the ring, not only as a competitor, but also as a worker. I do enjoy working at trials, there's rarely a better seat in the house. My focus while working over the last couple weekends was on 'start lines', contact performance and how teams ended a run. This post is on the endings.<br />
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First off, why are the endings important? Most people might think they are important so you can praise and reward your dog for a job well done, okay, I can agree with that. Endings are also an important time to be sure you are still connected and in control of your dog. The majority of dogs I saw these past two weekends were in a high state of arousal, or drive, at the end of there runs, a time where bad things can, and occasionally do happen. This could involve an altercation with another dog, or more commonly, an arousal aggression, 'biting, nipping' their handler, or even resource guarding their leash. <br />
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Several years ago, AKC implemented a rule that required dogs be on a leash and 'under control' when exiting the ring. I will admit, I thought it was a stupid rule. The more I watch the ends of the agility runs, the more I agree with it. Handlers are just too disconnected at the end of the agility run, whether they are just happy they survived, thinking about what went wrong, or just trying to breathe. They assume the dog will be with them, that's when bad things happen.<br />
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I started thinking about 'endings' when I was about to enter Seeker in his first trial a few years ago. He does get highly aroused when watching other dogs work, and I knew I didn't want to have any issues with other dogs in the ring. I decided for him, running the leash and having a quick sit was the answer. This allowed me to put slip his leash over his head and release to a game of tug. It was quick, and got us out of the ring under control. <br />
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For a couple of our other dogs, jumping into my arms was a good option. Again, I knew where my dog was at all times, and was able to slip a leash on and get out quickly. <br />
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Other options that work well are having the dog come to you and you take their collar, then go to your leash. This isn't an option in USDAA, as you aren't allowed to wear collars. <br />
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I personally don't like sending a dog to a leash at the end for a reward. I've seen a couple handlers scream at leash runners (not the last two weekends BTW) to drop the leash as the dog will grab it out of their hands. Potential for a dog bite just isn't worth it. Also, dogs that 'resource guard' might not like someone else handling their leash.<br />
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If you have a dog that jumps up and nips you, seriously consider a sit or down at the end of your run. The more often they get to rehearse that behavior, the more serious it could become. I've seen some pretty nasty bruises and bites from agility endings. OUCH!! <br />
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With the 2013 Agility Season just under way, I challenge you to add 'happy endings' into your training. You and your dog will both be happier for it!<br />
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<br />Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-25222830202794271792012-10-13T07:55:00.001-05:002012-10-13T08:40:42.242-05:00Rilda Sue Fish - We Lose An Amazing PersonRilda passed away on Friday morning, at the age of 62, following a recent diagnosis of lung cancer. Unfortunately, by the time it was diagnosed, it had already spread to her brain and spinal fluid. She knew her time left was short, she was diagnosed on July 9th, and fought it with everything she had.<br />
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Although Rilda was a smoker, her type of cancer (Adenocarcinoma) may, or may not be smoking related. In fact, non-smokers often develop this type of lung cancer. This is also the most common lung cancer in women. One of Rilda's proudest accomplishments was when she quit smoking, over 5 and a half years ago. <br />
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It's hard to know how any of us would react after hearing the news that you have terminal lung cancer. On the way home from that appointment, I asked Rilda what she was thinking. She said, 'I'm worried about my dogs.' Rilda had 2 dogs, a 13+ yr old Bichon, Ryelee, and a young 18 month old Schnauzer, Nike. This was so typical of Rilda, she worried about others, before she worried about herself. 'We'll figure it out, I assured her, and we have.' Thank you Liz and Fritz for opening your home up to Ryelee!!<br />
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Rilda was overwhelmed by the number of people that visited, sent cards, flowers, and money. Friends from high school friend, co-workers at Kwik-Way, and of course dog friends. The reason was quite obvious, it was because Rilda truly knew how to be a friend. She always gave, and I don't mean in materialistic things, more than she received. It takes a very special person to do this, and Rilda was that special.<br />
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We talked about a 'bucket list', knowing full well that time was short. Number one on her list was finishing Ryelee's MACH. Just a few short days later, Michele Hartzler was able to make that dream a reality. You see, even by then, Rilda wasn't able to run. Rilda was so happy! Of course everyone else was in tears. What a wonderful day. Rilda remarked, that it was one of the best days of her life, she'd never felt so much love and support.'Dog people are the BEST.'<br />
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Another bucket item, was to see Nike run in her first agility trial. It was going to be tough; she really hadn't had much agility training. She didn't even know what weave poles were, but what the heck, we entered her in the Granger trial in September. Just Novice JWW preferred. Nike was 20th or so on the waiting list, so didn't think we'd make it in. But a couple days before closing we'd made it!! Unfortunately Rilda wasn't well enough to make the trip, but friends Peggy Patters, and Beth Haley were waiting to share video of Nike's runs with her. Posted on You Tube, right after the run. It was another great day, as Nike run like she belonged there, with two clean runs. Even though I had to do the old push pull weaves. Rilda didn't care!!<br />
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Now, just because Rilda was a great friend, that doesn't mean she wasn't ornery. She like practical jokes along with the rest of us. My favorite was in Granger in March. It was Rilda's birthday, and we'd all picked up 12 packs of Diet Pepsi, her favorite. We weren't sure how we were going to present all this soda, but after she'd set up both of her dog crates (vari type) and left to get the dogs...it came to us!! Let's fill her dog crates with the Pepsi 12 packs! The crates were on the ground, they are fairly solid, and had covers over them, so you couldn't see the pop inside. Not unless you got down on the ground to look. <br />
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So, we filled the crate quickly, with as much as we could, just in time. Here came Rilda with Ryelee. He balked a bit, as he went into his kennel, but in he went. Of course, the orange people were trying to act 'normal', but a few of us had tears in our eyes. Rilda left to get Sophie, and we all burst out laughing, hushing of course when she returned. Sophie didn't have as much room left in her crate as Ryelee, and Rilda could not figure out why she wouldn't go it. Finally, Rildsa got down on her hands and knees, and look inside. The look on her face was hysterical!!<br />
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So many great trips, fun times hanging around with our dogs, and just enjoying our dog peeps!<br />
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We will so miss our Rilda Sue, but you can bet, she won't be forgotten!!<br />
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Barb made me this cute little name tab</div>
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Pretty sure I'll have the BEST treats tonight! </div>Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-53593763874294940492012-07-14T17:34:00.002-05:002012-07-14T17:34:55.921-05:00Not Just Another MACH!<br />
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Rilda Fish, MACH RYLEE,<br />
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Here's your assignment. Have your dog sit at your side, either side. You will be standing up, no cookies to toys on your person. Give your release word without any movement on your part. What does your do do?<br />
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Last week when it was too hot to run courses, we focused on other Important, yet often forgotten pieces of good dog training. This happened to be one of the things we tried. Interestingly enough, Only about 4 of the 20+ dogs would release without some movement on the handlers part. All 4 of those dogs had worked though at least the initial phrase of Crate Games. A coincidence? I don't think so.<br />
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The dogs that 'released' on their release word did not 'run off' a muck. They simply jumped out of their sit, and either bounced in front of their handler to see 'what's up?', or stood up asking the same question. Where they ended up after they released, was likely determined by where they have been reinforced the most.<br />
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Why is this important? This could be impacting your start lines, if you dog doesn't understand when it should release, you might well be getting movement on your start line. If they self release on your 2o2o, they might not truly understand their release word. There are some pretty easy solutions.<br />
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Crate Games, that's probably the clearest. I know I mention this at class, probably more often that people would like to hear. I see so many problems with holding position, driving ahead, impulse control, that could be resolved with a $35 DVD. I'm not saying this is a 'cure all', but it sure helps define some pretty significant behaviors. <br />
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Release word understanding is very important, it's just one of those things that get left out along the way. HAVE FUN!!!Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-67412693720302404102012-07-01T18:43:00.001-05:002012-07-03T07:13:31.882-05:00Meet Vista!!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Too hot, to run agility courses, at least I think so. It's a tough call, do you cancel class? Do you let people decide what they want to do? Do you offer a morning session on the weekend? Decisions Decisions.<br />
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Unless you have an air conditioned facility, you're going to run into these problems. Luckily for us, or not, there's nothing between our place and Nebraska, so we always have a breeze. Let's be honest, it's generally gale force winds up here on the mountain...in Iowa.<br />
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These are things I just 'take for granted' that people are doing with their dogs outside of class. For some handlers, they've either taken a puppy, or trick class with me, so they know them already. Others have been to seminars, or taken on line courses that recommend these 'games'.<br />
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I took this crate out to the yard to do some short - 5' - 10' sends. Both dogs did great with the sends, </div>
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After we were done, I left the crate outside, with the dogs, while I did a few outside chores. I came back about an hour later and called them inside. The border collies came.....the PWD didn't. Hum...... So I called, "Net, Buttercup, Nettie, NETTLE"....nothing. I know, 'How many Nettle's do I have?', apparently 4, that's about right for the number of her personalities. Now, she has jumped the fence earlier this spring, twice, both resulted in being up inside in her crate. She hasn't done it since. I'd been outside, I hadn't seen her, and she would have come to see me, so I was kind of concerned, but not panicked. </div>
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I walked around the corner of the house, and the crate was tipped so the door was up. That was strange. I looked down inside, and what do you suppose I'd captured!! One goofy grinning PWD! Made me laugh! What a nut! Then of course I saw that she'd chewed some of the 'pre-chewed' part of the door. Oh well, no big deal. NAUGHTY NAUGHTY NETTLE!!</div>
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Seeker just LOVES those large indestructible balls that dogs can push around the yard. </div>
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Guess what I found today!!! </div>
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So, I put it on the other handle of Nettle's bungee tug. </div>
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What fun is that!!!</div>
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The idea wasn't about 'understanding', it was about controlling. In this case, I was controlling her ability to be able to move outside the square. Of course, she could, it was just wire. She wasn't really fond of the feeling on her feet, so she didn't. This was just one of the 'many' ways I 'trained' stays. To be honest, none of them really worked. Did Molly get her CDX? Yes, but these were always a battle and never fun. I hated them, she hated them, but 'unfortunately', or 'fortunately', depending on how you look at it, we were rewarded with some qualifying scores, placements, and titles. </div>
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If I'd only had 'Crate Games' back then!</div>
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What an amazing little Novice A dog. </div>
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If only I could start over with her again!</div>
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I miss you Molly.</div>
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MACH U-ACHX That's My Molly CDX U-CDX FGDCh (flyball), </div>
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(All NADAC Elite Titles....which have all changed since way back when......) </div>Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-54505483275185291512012-06-13T08:04:00.001-05:002012-06-13T08:04:04.106-05:00To Happy Endings!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tobie is FOUND!!!</div>
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This could happen to any of us. </div>
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There is a fund raiser link in this article. </div>
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<a href="http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_central_southern_az/tucson/2-dogs-dead-1-missing-in-se-az-accident">http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_central_southern_az/tucson/2-dogs-dead-1-missing-in-se-az-accident</a><br />
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(Tobie is a female)</div>Smooth Sailin Agilityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08424384642355314743noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2008699381019452064.post-65696494584073021852012-06-11T09:25:00.002-05:002012-06-11T09:27:42.859-05:00A Look Back at Jump Heights<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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