Monthly Archives: September 2010

Putting a Behavior on Cue

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Marika S. Bell

Putting an unwanted  behavior on cue is a method of training that has been used for at least the last 30 years. However it is still debated among trainers as to its effectiveness. I have used it myself with moderate … Continue reading →

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Canine Sports: Agility

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Marika S. Bell

I have just finished teaching the foundation agility class (8 weeks) for Dog Agility Wellington Group (DAWG) for this term.  So I thought I would comment on canine sports. Most dogs love it. They love it because it gives them a way to burn … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Scaredy Dog! Understanding and Rehabilitating Your Reactive Dog by Ali Brown

Posted on September 7, 2010 by Marika S. Bell

What a fantastic book with practical applications for working with a reactive dog. If you have never read a dog behavior book before and you are trying to work with your own, or help someone with their reactive dog, then … Continue reading →

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