K-9 Solutions Dog Training, Inc.: Pretty in pink

Monday, July 12, 2010

Pretty in pink

Jenny's new collar came in last week. I tried to get some really great photos to show it off but I failed. Here are a few I got anyway. It is from www.wiggleswagswhiskers.com and is called Dragonflies Turquoise. I almost got her Pink Lotus and still may in the future. (I find myself becoming addicted to collar shopping.)

We have an APDT Rally show coming up this weekend she will debuting it at. It is the 1 inch martingale style. I love martingales because dogs cannot slip out of them yet they can wear them loosely. I thought it was beautiful and girly. Every wannabe diva needs to wear something that makes her feel pretty after all. To many people think she is a boy just because she is a pug. I'm hoping the pink will help give people a clue.
Now don't you have collar envy? I'm planning on getting Jack the POW collar next. For being a Super Dog he deserves a Super Hero collar after all.

http://www.wiggleswagswhiskers.com/newsite/elitecollars1.htm

4 comments:

Jen said...: i LOVE IT!; July 13, 2010 at 9:24 AM
Anonymous said...: Do you use a flat collar on Jack?

We have a long haired akita as well, and while the round ones are definetly better on the fur, I'm constantly disappointed in the lack of variety.

Though, I suppose one doesn't really get to see the collar through all that fur anyway.; July 13, 2010 at 4:21 PM
Marie said...: I use a flat martingale on Jack as well. I just don't care about fur issues. As long as it doesn't mat it up, which I don't find they do, I don't worry about it. If he were a show dog and the ruff HAD to be perfect I might re-assess.

No they really can't be seen much. But it only seems fair he get a nice one too. He's currently wearing "snowflake" by www.ifitbarks.com; July 13, 2010 at 8:14 PM
Marie said...: I will add, the martingale allows them to be worn more loose than a regular collar which might prevent the matting and collar indentation.; July 13, 2010 at 8:17 PM

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My Story

In 1992, after serving for 6 years in the United States Marine Corps, I decided to settle down in my hometown in Mid-Coast Maine. I got my first dog, (as a bona-fide adult) an akita, and joined the local kennel club. I also joined akita rescue and learned alot about the breed. In turn I began helping educate others. This taught me how important training is for ALL dogs. Thus began my (unofficial) foray into the world of dog training.

I worked for a few years at a local veterinarians office and then began working at our local humane society. While there I saw many dogs being given up for simple training issues. About that time the kennel club began looking for a new trainer to teach group obedience classes. I decided I might be able to handle that challenge once I had more official training of my own.

MY TRAINING:

I found an excellent trainer to mentor with and in October of 2001 after a year of hands on training and study I completed my apprenticeship under Lloyd Williams of Bear Brook Kennels. During that apprenticeship, in addition to learning all the basics, I got to assist in the training of police dogs in narcotics, tracking and cadaver dogs with the medical examiners office.

Not only did I learn how to be a dog trainer, more importantly, I learned how to teach owners how they could communicate more effectively with their dogs. I consider that training just the beginning in my canine education. I continue to attend seminars and keep current through reading about recent advancements in dog training methods. I am a former member of The Association of Professional Dog Trainers.

My training was sponsored by The Humane Society of Knox County and The Mid-Coast Kennel Club of Maine.

MY METHODS:

I use positive reinforcement methods whenever possible during training sessions. Positive reinforcement helps make the training experience more enjoyable for both the dog and owner, producing a better learning environment. I also utilize hand signals in my training which is very useful with deaf dogs as well as hearing ones. My methods include lure/reward and marker training. (with or without a clicker depending on owner preference)

MY GOALS:

My goal in training is to help pet owners develop a better relationship with their dogs. Many times that includes teaching about canine communication and behavior. I also like to help dogs stay out of the shelters and in their homes whenever possible. Training for those unruly dogs can make that a reality for some families.

MY OTHER JOBS:

I am currently the trainer for the HSKC's K-9 Corrections program. I also work as a receptionist at a local veterinary hospital.

MY FAMILY:

I am happily married and the mother of two fabulous children.

Dog Training and Behavior Seminars Attended

11-09 Self Control and Focus Games with Dee Ganley CPDT/CABC/CDBC
6-09 Dog to Dog Aggression with Patricia McConnell PhD
7-08 Debunking the Dominance Myth in Training with Jean Donaldson
6-08 PitBull Education Seminar with Drayton Michaels
3-08 Aggression and Canine Compulsion Disorders with Dr. Nicholas Dodman
4-07 How to Talk Dog with Sarah Kalnajs
6-06 Understanding Canine Body Language with Trish King
4-06 Aggression in Dogs 2 Day Seminar with Brenda Aloff
10-05 Play with Me and Feisty Fidos with Pia Silvani CPDT,CABC
2005 Canine Communication, Meet your Match and and Intro to "Safer" Training with Emily Weiss PhD