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Hi, folks - just wondering if anyone on this side of the country would be interested in seeing whether Vivian would be willing to put on a training class for us? I don't know at all whether she could be persuaded to travel, but maybe if we had a certain minimum number then at least we'd demonstrate that we're genuinely interested.

Pearly is going to training classes at the moment but the focus is all about walking nicely on the lead, which she does beautifully anyway, and getting the dogs to sit on command - there is one chance of Pearly doing that, and it's NO chance! And with her hairless tummy she's not too keen to lie down on the floor, which is another of the hot topics for the class. So some sighthound-specific training with someone who undersands their particular foibles and needs would be wonderful

If you are interested, let me know and I'll contact Vivian to put it to her. She might not, but it's worth a wee try.

Fiona

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I would definitely be interested in training classes for my youngest, Rosie. We're in Livingston and would happily travel to Edinburgh or thereabouts.

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YES PLEASE!! Would love to do training with Blue but taking him to Glasgow isn't really an option. If she would travel to Edinburgh or roundabout here some where that would be fantastic!

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Hi Fiona


I`d be really interested. Count me in!


Sha



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So that's Harry, Pearly, Blue, Rosie - Sharon, which of your puppers would be joining in? Just so I can get the numbers right.

I would guess that we'd need to get at least 10 dogs together to make it worth her while.

Fiona

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Hi


I`d prob just bring one dog, Beanie the brat!!! Was thinking classes might be good for socialising foster dogs, if i have one at the time.


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Viv set a limit of 6 dogs on the Glasgow training class, partly due to space but mostly due to the fact that it's a lot better to have a smaller amount of dogs, that way she can get good one to one sessions with everyone in the class..

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Just to let you know that I've mailed Vivian to see whether she'd be up for a class through here. Keep your fingers crossed!!!!

Fiona

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Fiona, Viv is on holiday for the next couple of weeks so she prolly won't get back to you till then..

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Dave - thanks for letting me know. 

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Just read these post's and wondered if any had become of these training classes in the East as I'd definatly comw with Millie. I know it was ages ago this was discussed but just wondered if it happened. I have started clicker traing with Millie  but i think training classes would help socialize her too

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Count me and Casper in!
Jane

Doh, didn't see this was an old post. I would be interested if something was to become of it tho...

-- Edited by C_J at 19:45, 2006-01-20

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Another yes please from here, even though it was an old post :)  We've bought Vivian's book and are started on clicker training though not that far on yet.

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i know its a bit late notice to ask, but, ive got Millie's first training class tonight but not sure what to take?


do i just take lots and lots of doggie treats so when she is good she gets a treat? 


pretty clueless as never been to training classes before


 



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Hi Jennifer,

Millie's favourite treats are advisable - even though it usually depends on how Graeme train's anyway. You usually find the instructor has extra treats etc with them in class too.

Have fun and can't wait to hear all about it.

Siouxsie

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Thanks siouxsie and just in time as im about to leave, im so excited


Poor millie wont be as excited lol although after she gets used to it she should find it fun.


i'll take some gravy bones and snap them in half as she loves them.  I'll let you know how i get on



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Jennifer, looking forward to hear how Millie enjoyed her first night at training, she probably loved it, meeting all the other doggies.


I know I am too late to ans this, but as Siouxsie said, Millies fav treats should be fine.  If Graemes training methods are on a similar vein to Viv's, treats can be classed by value....obviously the higher value the treat the quicker the response from the dog.  Also, it needs to be a very quick reward, in as much as, if the dog has to chew the treat they can forget why the got the treat! So, a high value 'quick' treat is best.  I give Presley Hotdogs from Lidls.... v cheap, v smelly, and he downs it in a 'millie' second...pardon the pun, and to date no dodgy tummy...even after 6 hotdogs to himself!!


High Value Treats that work for my guys are:


Hotdogs *****


Chicken Breast *****


Liver *****


Steak Sausage *****


Their own doggie biscuits **


Everthing I eat, regardless of what it is **********


Anything out the bin ********


Anything offered to another dog *********


Anything Rancid ********


 


So have fun, enjoy the class, we always look forward to a Thursday night!


Dawn and Big FAT Presley xx


 


 


 



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Just back from West Calder. Well i hate to boast but what a natural talent my grey has!!


I was under the impression it was training classes but much to my delight when i arrived, realised it was actually agility


Millie was fab! went over the jumps no bother, was a little shy pf the A frame to start with but after a few gravy bones she went over no problem. Graeme was very pleased with her for the first week considering she can be a little nervous at times.  I'll try get some pics of her doing the A frame next week


Oh im so pleased with her and think this well really help her confidence building


oh Suzanne - i see what you mean by the "big green monster"  LOL i saw it in the corner but Graeme thought best leave it for another week. One step at a time eh LOL



-- Edited by Jennifer at 22:21, 2006-02-22

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Well done, Jennifer and Millie! I'm looking forward to hearing how she gets on next week!


Christine



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Well done Millie!! Sounds like a lot of fun.

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Congratulations Millie, and you Jennifer don,t forget we want photo,s pleaseeeeeeeeeee. Nora  

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Well done Millie, a little star. Is there any chance of some pics of her doing agility,  go on you know you want to show her off


nicki and wee janie.x



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Great to hear Millie did so well last night, looking forward to hearing how see gets on over the next few weeks...and looking forward to seeing the photos.


Dawn x



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Jennifer wrote:
oh Suzanne - i see what you mean by the "big green monster"  LOL i saw it in the corner but Graeme thought best leave it for another week. One step at a time eh LOL



oh dear god Millie - run!!! run for your life!! its evil....it eats dogs, sometimes mums too.....

love Murphy

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