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Forum: Schutzhund/IPO Training Yesterday, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 304
Posted By gsdraven
APDT doesn't offer certification, it does provide...

APDT doesn't offer certification, it does provide a database of trainers with (or without) certifications from various other reputable US (and non US) organizations.

Dog Trainer Certification...
Forum: Chat Room 05-17-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 244
Posted By gsdraven
You aren't going to learn anything you don't...

You aren't going to learn anything you don't already know or couldn't learn on your own. The only benefit is the externship if you don't already have a foot in the door locally. I also think their...
Forum: Finding a Good Trainer 05-16-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 142
Posted By gsdraven
I disagree. Any good trainer will know that...

I disagree. Any good trainer will know that motivation changes depending on the dog and environment. While food can be highly motivating in one scenario, it may not be as motivating as play in...
Forum: Chat Room 05-15-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,088
Posted By gsdraven
defiantly - Marked by defiance; boldly resisting ...

defiantly - Marked by defiance; boldly resisting

definitely - Having distinct limits; Indisputable; certain; clearly defined


HUGE difference. And apparently misspelled enough that Google...
Forum: How do I (teach my dog to)? 05-14-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 665
Posted By gsdraven
I have dogs that do both. Raven barks at...

I have dogs that do both.

Raven barks at every dog and person. Forget it with a motorcylce, she goes nuts. I can't fit a crate big enough for her in the car and she goes on high alert as soon as...
Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! 05-11-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 235
Posted By gsdraven
Great pictures! Love Jinx.

Great pictures! Love Jinx.
Forum: General Behavior 05-11-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 418
Posted By gsdraven
Bully. Raven does it to Kaiser. He always just...

Bully. Raven does it to Kaiser. He always just lets her have what ever it is because he's good like that. I can't think of a time when she's done it to Holly but I'm sure she's done it to fosters. I...
Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! 05-09-2013, 02:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 180
Posted By gsdraven
:wub: Love Baxter!

:wub: Love Baxter!
Forum: General Behavior 05-09-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 636
Posted By gsdraven
I will be. My husband and I are expecting our...

I will be. My husband and I are expecting our first in early August. My 2 year old GSD, Holly, is historically NOT good with kids.

We've talked a lot about it and Holly is important to us and we...
Forum: Aggression (the good, the bad & the ugly) 05-08-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,091
Posted By gsdraven
Another opinion to add to the pile. The dog is...

Another opinion to add to the pile. The dog is showing good restraint based on the information the OP has provided. It's not the dog who needs a trainer, it's the kids. If you want a dog that your...
Forum: Equipment (how to use/where to find) 05-08-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 332
Posted By gsdraven
They work the same, yes but the metal is heavier...

They work the same, yes but the metal is heavier so it doesn't bend as easy as the cheaper collapsible crates.

It is a huge crate and it was given to me. I'd love to find the same style in the...
Forum: Equipment (how to use/where to find) 05-08-2013, 10:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 332
Posted By gsdraven
IME, the weak spot is the bottom latch. Every...

IME, the weak spot is the bottom latch. Every single GSD I have had (foster and owned) has been able to push the bottom of the door out enough to slip the latch out and get through. I had a smaller...
Forum: Aggression (the good, the bad & the ugly) 05-07-2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,641
Posted By gsdraven
I'd agree IF all three trainers had actually seen...

I'd agree IF all three trainers had actually seen the dog; the first two are simply going off a phone call so they are reaching the same conclusion because they were fed the same information and did...
Forum: Aggression (the good, the bad & the ugly) 05-07-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,641
Posted By gsdraven
IMHO, keep looking and follow your gut. If it...

IMHO, keep looking and follow your gut. If it doesnt feel right, it probably isnt.

I too am of the thought that you cant treat aggression with aggression. If you are looking for a conflict free,...
Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! 05-07-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 193
Posted By gsdraven
Did you put anything down first or just put the...

Did you put anything down first or just put the chips over the ground? How deep is it?

I've used wood chips for small runs in my yard and they always get pushed to the side after a bit and it's...
Forum: Puppy Behavior 05-07-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 459
Posted By gsdraven
Muzzle. Now. Whenever in public. Classes...

Muzzle. Now. Whenever in public.

Classes aren't going to fix this, your dog needs one on one attention to work on this behavior.
Forum: Health Issues 05-07-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 344
Posted By gsdraven
Jonah did that but with all he had going on who...

Jonah did that but with all he had going on who knows what that cause was. Is she still on doxy?
Forum: General Behavior 05-06-2013, 10:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 611
Posted By gsdraven
^ This. While I can't know exactly what...

^ This.

While I can't know exactly what the first year of life was like for Kaiser before his breeder was forced to turn him over, emaciated and filthy, to a very rural shelter, I would bet...
Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! 05-06-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 169
Posted By gsdraven
Just the girls... Holly and Raven

Took advantage of my parent's backyard (it has grass!) this weekend.

Holly got to play around with my husband. I'm videoing and my 15 yr old brother is sitting next to me.

Holly doesn't train...
Forum: General Behavior 05-06-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 531
Posted By gsdraven
Cliff and Lauri have really good posts. You...

Cliff and Lauri have really good posts.

You are not going to be able to get his attention AFTER he has already flipped out and depending on the dog, could get hurt trying to do so. You need to...
Forum: Health Issues 05-04-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 339
Posted By gsdraven
What actual tests have been run? Has he had a...

What actual tests have been run? Has he had a fecal to check for parasites?
Forum: General Behavior 05-03-2013, 08:17 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,349
Posted By gsdraven
This is not true. I've seen it happen over and...

This is not true. I've seen it happen over and over again. Bring a puppy into a home with a shy/nervous/fearful dog and if the new puppy doesn't get to socialize and experience the world on its...
Forum: Follow-up from 05-02-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 307
Posted By gsdraven
FM, do you have any more information? Which...

FM, do you have any more information? Which shelter she went to?
Forum: Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! 05-01-2013, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 144
Posted By gsdraven
It's very difficult to balance it all especially...

It's very difficult to balance it all especially since the fosters I take in usually can't be integrated with my 3 but I am lucky that I am home with them. While it's been rewarding (and...
Forum: Training Theory & Methods 05-01-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,773
Posted By gsdraven
I hate the words "reward only" and treats. ...

I hate the words "reward only" and treats. Positive training done correctly isn't about shoving cookies in a dogs mouth. The "article" is just as biased as any blog written by a PO trainer. I also...
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