Peaksview Agility - formerly Windy Hill Farm Agility

04/16/2024

Big changes to AKC agility!!!

04/16/2024

This past weekend we went down to Rising Star Canine Ranch to work with Ina Himle. I was sooooo proud of for some awesome distance skills and amazing technical learnings.
Enjoy!

Ina Himle seminar 4-13-2024

04/04/2024

Ever wanted to just try UKI Agility? Check out this pop-up trial on Wednesday evening at REVA! Briefing starts at 5pm - speedstakes (jumps and tunnels only) and jumpers - all levels!

02/27/2024

Awesome opportunity!!

02/19/2024

2024 Updated events

02/11/2024

https://vimeo.com/911632267

Fascinating study and information!

This is "5 foot bars 2024" by Kim Collins on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

01/22/2024

Excellent idea for those of us who travel with our dogs!

Many years ago, there was an article in the USBCC newsletter written by Ethel Conrad (president and founding member) about traveling safely with our dogs. A few years ago, Nancy Starkey posted this to an internet list for use by its members. I, in turn, asked Nancy for permission to revise the note somewhat and pass it on to you.

Sarah Ruckelshaus, ED

In Case Of Emergency
by Nancy Cox Starkey

As many of us travel great distances with our dogs in our vehicles, here's something which you might want to keep in mind. Have you ever stopped to think what might happen if there were an accident in which you were injured (or even killed) and not able to communicate your wishes regarding your dogs? I now carry the following letter, along with photos and medical records for each dog, in my vehicle at all times.

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In Case of an Accident

In the event that I, ______________________, am incapacitated and unable to make my wishes known regarding my dogs, please honor the following requests:

My ________, _M______________, is to be contacted as soon as possible at__________________________. If he/she can not be reached, please contact my __________, __M___________________at _____________. All expenses for the dogs care will be guaranteed by them.

If the dogs are not injured, they are to be cared for by the nearest reputable boarding kennel, and kept in the best possible manner, until arrangements can be made to get them home.

If the dogs are injured, they are to be cared for by the nearest reputable veterinarian. I would prefer that my veterinarian, Dr. _______________, be contacted regarding decisions about the dog's care and treatment and can be contacted 24 hours a day at the ______________________ Veterinary Hospital at ___________. If any dog is injured beyond all hope of recovery, that dog is to be humanely euthanised by a veterinarian.

Photographs and descriptions of the dogs which usually accompany me are attached, as are their health and vaccination records. These dogs are tattooed/micro-chipped on the ____________________and the number(s) are:____________________________ The welfare of these dogs is my primary consideration.

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Consider keeping a letter such as this (with your information and additional instructions, of course) in your vehicle, somewhere where it would be easily located by emergency personnel (mine is in a zip-locked plastic bag and attached to their crates). It could ensure the proper treatment of your dogs in case of an accident. The alternatives are not pleasant: if uninjured, your dogs could be taken to a local "pound ‘; if injured, your dogs could be "put out of their misery" by a well-meaning but uninformed trooper. And, hopefully, all of us further ensure our dogs safety by keeping them restrained at all times while traveling (in their crates or in a seat belt system). A few simple precautions could make a big difference in an emergency situation.

Revised and Reprinted with permission of Ethel B. Conrad, USBCC pres. And Nancy Starkey, 2001.

Please find a copy/paste version here:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LICamWsB18Y1VI2GmrYoUNMxPEBDg_X5oeLyBvYz2nw/edit

01/17/2024

I can't say enough good things about this game. I have used it with every dog I've trained since I first learned about it a decade ago. It is an invaluable tool to have in your training toolbox.

Look At That Game: Changing the Conversation with Leslie McDevitt

On demand webinar 💻

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Look at That game (LAT), plus an introduction to LAT's new baby sister, LATTE!

If you are new to Control Unleashed®, need a refresher, or just want a way to help your dog focus under challenging circumstances, Leslie McDevitt's LAT game is a great tool. Learn how to teach LAT in detail, plus get info on how to add "Take a Breath" to further calm and focus your dog. This webinar addresses these topics and more including how to use LAT with other Control Unleashed® games, and an introduction to LATTE, a tool that uses LAT concepts to teach a dog to handle difficult environments without focusing on the handler.

What is included with your purchase?

A 58-minuted recorded webinar presentation by Leslie
A video of the 57-minute long question and answer session hosted by Leslie where she answered questions about her presentation

Access on mobile devices and your computer

Downloadable content for off-line access
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01/10/2024

Another excellent video from Susan Garrett. If you’re not subscribed to her free YouTube channels, you should be!

Non-Reward Markers have long been used in dog training, but are they really necessary? And what drives our choice to use an NRM? A NRM, sometimes called a No...

01/08/2024

Listen to your dog 💖🐾

Trainers that make lots of corrections with young dogs, including not letting them be tight, fast, etc. often believe their dogs should “push through” even when their body language isn’t keen for the work, usually in an effort to accelerate the training.
The problem with this is, you cannot recreate initial enthusiasm. For some young dogs, the resentment for the phase of work that was forced upon them, stays with them and could have been avoided if the handler had changed their approach.

If you try to shape or push your young dog and he gets reluctant, sniffs, goes unusually wide, is master conscious, turns tail or comes back to you for reassurance, he’s telling you that you’re spoiling his enjoyment.
It’s his way of letting you know he’s not ready for the pressure you're applying or doesn’t understand your way of communicating—It’s not ever normal or acceptable that a dog should quit working.
Sometimes handlers mistakenly interpret this and blame their dog, rather than recognizing something about their training approach has a bullying mindset rather than a teaching mindset.

Watch your dogs body language and demeanor. If he’s not enjoying what he’s doing, he’s probably not ready for the next step and/or he needs you to revise your approach.
Once he is enthusiastic and confident, try the next step and make adjustments based on his response.

Take the time it takes, to be certain your dog fully understands and enjoys a new training concept before you set expectations or make the task difficult.
Patience is one of the best gifts you can give your young dog to empower his confidence and development.
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12/31/2023

Awesome last minute opportunity…!

Seminar - last minute opening tomorrow, on 1/1/24

Angie Benacquisto at Rising Star in Oak Ridge.

1 spot in the morning and 1 in the afternoon seminars.

Monday, January 1st

8:00am - 12:00pm: Finding the Winning Line: Angie will break down how to determine the fastest line and how to help you dog do it on international style courses.

1:00pm - 5:00pm - International Coursework: This will be geared for international style courses. The sequences can be broken down to help each team achieve success.

Message if you would like one of the spots. Or email: [email protected]

12/26/2023

Love this!! ❣️

12/14/2023

11/20/2023

Great to see this news for 2024!! Smaller rings and all under cover!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

11/07/2023

FYI....update to AKC Agility Regulations today 11/7/2023.

10/31/2023

Unfortunately, we will no longer be able to attend. Best of luck to all the competitors…we will be cheering you on the livestream!

10/29/2023

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Confused by the US Open walk/run schedule? Trying to figure out where to be and when if you have dogs in multiple heights? I've written a web site to create a personalized walk/run order based on the UKI schedule. Use your browser print feature to save it with each day on a separate page. Please let me know if you see any errors or have questions/comments.

https://us-open-schedule.web.app/

See this post for updates: https://www.facebook.com/AgilityNerd/posts/pfbid02yyqKZNASGVoUGbN19ywDgB4U1mHoGoKCCunURfmYn9E2Lqb8NH2F94TN1J87DQU6l