Chris' Canine Training

Puppy Training. BFFs

Puppy play time

El Chapo learning the recall

Oh my gosh so cute! #puppiesofinstagram #goldendoodle

Cute baby! #dogsofinstagram #dogtraining #puppiesofinstagram

We are currently running a special on our private lessons program this winter. 6 lessons for only $289! Call now to reserve your spot!

Down stay with Zoey

Harley is very enthusiastic to do some obedience work today!

I'm all ears (engagement work and training refresh with Vader.)

Packing yet? Be sure to throw in some address labels! The B.A.A.R.K. Foundation will be holding Raffles and you will not want to have to fill out all those tic...kets! 50/50 Rex Specs Dog Goggles Raffle - custom dog wrap that can be personalized with team name or logo Tickets a $1.00 each, 6 for $5.00 and 30 for $20.00 You do not need to be present to win.

Baloo struting his stuff at week three of the Kansas City Disc Dogs league. He always has to check in with the crowd after each catch to make sure everyone is watching!

Why Should You Hire a Dog Trainer who Competes in Dog Sports? 1. Problem Solving: Dog training is hard. Really hard. Every dog is different, and learns differen...t, and struggles with different things. People who compete in dog sports have to learn to work through these struggles to bring out the best in their dog. That makes them equipped to do the same for your dog. 2. High Standards: If you’ve ever watched someone good training for competitive obedience, you will see that they notice when their dog is even 1/4 crooked. These sports have high standards, and so handlers do as well. While your dog doesn’t need a perfectly straight sit, he does need to be able to sit in a variety of settings, with high reliability. Your trainer is used to pushing for the best possible standard if they are competing. Further, they are putting themselves out there to be judged against a standard. They are confident in their abilities, and know they can bring out the most in their dog. 3. Proofing: I hear all the time from people that their dog will listen at home or the backyard, but not when they see a dog on the street. Competition dogs have to be able to work around people, dogs, kids, loud equipment, a hot dog vendor, you name it! Trainers of good competition dogs know very well how to deal with distractions. 4. Passion: It isn’t easy having your hobby and your profession be the same thing. People who live and breathe dog training to that degree are very passionate about what they are doing, and put their best into their work. 5. Education: Did you know that there isn’t any national standard for dog training? Some people go to a school, some people take an online course, some people do an apprenticeship. Sport dog trainers spend their lifetime learning from gifted trainers all over the country. They shadow them, mentor under them, observe their every move when training a dog. This hands on experience is so critical in building a skill set as a professional, and is something that can’t be gained in a school. So while you may not have competitive goals for your own dog, you can still gain a lot of value from someone active in the sport world.

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