Last weekend I had the privilege of attending a seminar in Portland, OR, about treating dog aggression, fearfulness, and anxiety given by Dr. Ian Dunbar. For those that don’t know Dr. Dunbar, he is one of the world’s foremost authorities on positive training. For the past 40 years, his trailblazing work has changed the way…
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Nothing to sniff at
Just in case you needed another reason to train your dog… Here’s a great story from the Seattle Times about how special dogs are helping make a fortune for their owners. Read this, then start looking for the next K9 Nosework class that’s starting up. http://seattletimes.com/html/localnews/2020326043_trufflesdogswashingtonxml.html
Top Dogs
Much like pop music, America’s choice for dogs can change as time goes by. Last year’s big star falls by the wayside as a one-hit wonder while this year’s darling takes the spotlight. So are the old standards still winning our hearts? AKC takes a look as they name this year’s top breeds. http://animaltracks.today.com/_news/2013/01/29/16758060-which-breed-is-americas-top-dog-of-2012?lite
Big anniversary
It’s hard to believe that once upon a time, a therapy dog was a novel concept. But this group helped lead the way for countless others who over the last quarter century have made a huge impact on the lives of millions. http://www.sfgate.com/news/texas/article/Therapy-dog-program-celebrates-25-years-4159950.php#photo-3971780
Honoring the dogs of war
Dogs have given their all for man in all kinds if situations including battle. This year, one of the country’s most famous New Year traditions will honor that. http://articles.latimes.com/2012/dec/28/local/la-me-rose-parade-dogs-20121229
the American Canine 