Speaking of which, why can't we call them "Postive Reinforcement Matches"?? I was at one Correction Match and you could use prong collars, and jerk the hell of...
Cheryl Bartlett
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Aug 1, 2000 4:27 pm
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... And I suppose a collar correction isn't training ? Give me a break ! I was at a "correction" match a few of years ago, and was told by the judge - "you...
The Horde and Their H...
dogsrule@...
Aug 6, 2000 3:37 am
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Pat replies - I'm interested in the chat about correction matches. In the 'olden' days a Correction Match was held with a judge who deducted marks if your dog...
Ken Clarke
kenclarke@...
Aug 6, 2000 4:44 am
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Here is a site some of you may want to visit. Click on the section that says Dog Bites. http://www.safety-council.org/ Virginia...
Virginia
mblackston@...
Aug 7, 2000 3:17 pm
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Oops! Here's another article I should have included on the first email. Virginia http://www.ottawacitizen.com/national/000728/4524636.html...
Virginia
mblackston@...
Aug 7, 2000 4:24 pm
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Just more proof that our country is being run by total idiots with an IQ of 0 and absolutely no knowledge of what they speak!!!! Can anyone get any stupider...
Cheryl Bartlett
cbartlett@...
Aug 10, 2000 6:49 pm
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Just more proof that our country is being run by total idiots with an IQ of 0 and absolutely no knowledge of what they speak!!!! Can anyone get any stupider...
Cheryl Bartlett
cbartlett@...
Aug 10, 2000 6:49 pm
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Hello all, Just thought I'd write an introduction as I have just joined this list. I live in the Newmarket, Ontario area and have 2 dogs. My older dog a German...
Maria Jeffrey
mjeffrey@...
Aug 24, 2000 7:02 pm
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Hi guys, Just had to let everyone know. We just got back from Great Falls Montana. Had gone for an obedience trial and had a great time. Everyone was very very...
Kathryn Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Sep 4, 2000 7:28 am
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Hi everyone - I have just returned from Toronto, having attended the Obedience Council Meeting - September 23 & 24. Many, many items were discussed and I ask...
Norma Hamilton
biriver@...
Sep 26, 2000 4:44 pm
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Hi - You asked "who approves the minutes............." The council members approve the minutes and yes, this will take about a month. Good question & thanks...
Norma Hamilton
biriver@...
Sep 27, 2000 3:07 am
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IT IS NOW OFFICIAL. THE CKC HAS DECIDED IT IS NOT IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF PUREBRED DOGS IN CANADA, NOR IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF EACH CKC MEMBER TO MAKE ANY...
Cheryl Bartlett
cbartlett@...
Sep 27, 2000 4:50 pm
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Cheryl, We just had Butch MacDonald at our club meeeting and he went over the minutes from the meeting and I got the impression it was the majority of the...
Kathy Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Sep 28, 2000 2:05 am
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Hi There, Do you know any Certified Guide Dog Trainers ? If so, where are they located, and how do "we" contact them ? Could you let me know as soon as...
The Horde and Their H...
dogsrule@...
Oct 2, 2000 1:14 am
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. If it is dropped on the bar jump/far side of the ring....he can SEE it, and he takes the shortest route to it, which of course means he jumps the bar jump to...
Kathryn Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Oct 6, 2000 6:56 am
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... that ... I have tried in the past of racing the dog to the glove. Actually winning at first, this will increase enthusiasm. Especially if you make sure to...
Kathryn Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Oct 6, 2000 9:32 am
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Hello all I am in the midst of a project on Jrs. and am wondering if anyone can enlighten me as to whether there is a class for them and how the rules are...
V. Brideau
nomadic99@...
Oct 6, 2000 4:35 pm
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Yes there is the classes are broken down in to Senior & Junior & Novice & Open categories are divided by dog's ability & the handling skill levels are "A" &...
Hilary Culp
dculp@...
Oct 6, 2000 8:57 pm
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Dear Hilary That would be super if it wouldnt be too much trouble. My understanding is that it appears to be rare to see Jrs. using these classes or to see...
V. Brideau
nomadic99@...
Oct 7, 2000 12:07 pm
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Val, I have watched the Versatility class a couple of times and the only thing I have really seen happen is the dogs go back towards where the glove should be...
Kathy Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Oct 9, 2000 1:44 pm
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Hi listers. I'm wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction to get my hand on obed regs. AKC has a very easy to find phone number & email & they...
mathre@...
Oct 17, 2000 9:13 pm
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Stevie, The CKC is more than willing to make the rule books available. You can contact the Club by one of the methods below to ascertain the current price of...
Joseph Pownall
jpownall@...
Oct 17, 2000 9:39 pm
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Actually Joe they are $4.50 Kathy...
Kathy Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Oct 17, 2000 9:54 pm
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Hi - Just go to the 800# 1 800 250 8040 this is CKC order desk, you may be on 'hold' for a short time (800's are great <g>) Ask for the Rules &...
Norma Hamilton
biriver@...
Oct 18, 2000 3:15 am
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Thank you all! I did call that number, and was on hold for 20 min when I gave up. Email was not answered. I'll just keep trying! Stevie...
Stevie Mathre
mathre@...
Oct 18, 2000 4:26 pm
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Hi I just called the CKC Order desk and got threw right away and ordered myself 2 books since I have a habit of misplacing things <g> When I asked which year...
Wendy Rossler
jaguar1@...
Oct 18, 2000 4:32 pm
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Many people have mentioned problems re: being on hold for eons and/or not getting through to a person in a reasonable time; frustrating isn't it? I will add...
Norma Hamilton
biriver@...
Oct 18, 2000 5:13 pm
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Okay this is your laugh for the fall. Does anyone know of Tibetan Spaniels in obedience? With all this clicker mania professing superb training of Samoyeds and...
V. Brideau
nomadic99@...
Oct 19, 2000 12:14 pm
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Val, There was a lady doing veterans obedience in Lloydminster with a Tibetan Terrier. Is that close enough? I say go for it! You just never know you may have...
Kathy Albrecht
kalbrech@...
Oct 19, 2000 12:50 pm
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Hi Kathy Yes I knew about the TT. There have been several in obedience...smart as whips...but the Tibbie, well.......let's just say another story...lol. ...