The hens are working the soil while Lucy overseas their efforts.
Adorable Yorkies playing together with a watchful, yet patient guardian dog at their side.
This fellow was walking the Camino trail today.
Sam walking with his mom this morning. They are both quick studies. As you see, not only is Sam learning heal, he is learning that he should sit when his mom stops--with the slightest leash pressure, he sits down. In time, when his mom stops, he will sit down without the
gentle reminder.
Sam's first off-leash recall session.
Six month old Sam starts his Monday morning with threshold conditioning.
Little Maggie is mastering the "place" command. Basic obedience and outdoor recall training will play a crucial role in making her a more pleasant companion and by keeping her safe--she is learning to resist the temptation to run out of the front door to engage her family in "catch-me-if-you can."
Rain or shine, these hearty pups won't pass up an opportunity to go on a hike.
He is an example of dogs knowing their place and remaining calm despite the temptation to play with one another.
These polite pups are waiting for their friend to join in on their off-leash play time.
These girls enjoyed working hard together this morning and decided to share a bunk.
Keep your pet safe from predators with off--leash recall.
This afternoon, I took Lucy and Kara to Frenchman's bar to cool off in the river. The girls were off-leash while playing along the river and on the secluded path back to the car. While we were walking along the top of the berm, I led the girls down to the left so they could run freely along the path. Suddenly, I saw a coyote just ahead of us. It took just a brief moment to have the girls return to me and put them on-leash. Relieved that these girls are off-leash recall trained, I was able to take this video to document the coyote's behavior.
Khalisi's practicing "down" during our walk.
Today was Khalisi's (Doberman in the center) first day of training. She has taken nicely to the "place" command.
Lilly is progressing nicely.
***Dog Briefs***
Quick training tips that you can practice at home with your best friend.
These girls have a lot of pent up energy. Rather than letting them bolt out the door, they are required to contain their enthusiasm. It's important to helping them learn to remain calm, even when they are enthusiastic about their day of training and socializing together.
Handsome pup works with owner busking in Lviv's city center.
Lucy expressed her displeasure when her new training companion had to go home.
At Easter time, I couldn't resist the temptation to raise a handful of little chicks of my own. They grow fast and could start laying eggs in September. In the meantime, Lucy is learning how to live with eight curious, if not sometimes assertive young hens.