Hello, does anyone have any recommendations for good dog trainers in Lahore? I’m looking for someone that doesn’t use a punishment based training system and can involve me in the training process as well. Thank you!

Hello everyone! As you can probably see from my last post I was asking about scent work. That’s because I am planning on trying to get into scent work with my pup! Purely for fun, as well as confidence building/ a small part of our training plan to slowly build her confidence. Luckily I got 50 dollars for my birthday! So I’m going to use most of it on my pup for treats and a scent work kit. I found a cheap kit I like the looks of on Amazon, the thing that makes me apprehensive to buy it being the oils. There isn’t much information on them on the Amazon listing besides the types of oils they are. Which makes me nervous because I’ve always been extremely cautious and careful when it comes to products like oils, especially essential oils. If anyone has this kit or knows if it’s 100% safe let me know. If not I’d love some recommendations on kits around a similar price point as a scent training kit, and training treats is going to only leave me with about 14 dollars left not counting shipping and the extra money I want to save for me and my mom to have a belated birthday dinner for us so I don’t want to waste all my money (side note if anyone is thinking of recommending it, I know I could just train my girl to find treats and it would be cheaper, but as someone who one day wants to see if I can do akc scent work I’d love to get started with our first real scent work kit that’s affordable).

It's cooled off in Phoenix and we're ready for more outdoor activities.

I have a setup for both port and starboard, but will just do solo runs until we've built confidence. We'll just be doing this in my neighborhood and nearby school for exercise, maybe 1-2 miles each time. Their safety is a priority so I'm open to any ideas or criticism.

Thanks

Has anybody else tried amateur racing with their dogs? It’s by far my favorite dog sport

I have a Great Pyrenees who loves his FastCat. However, I typically use a slip leash but his hair is getting caught almost every time in the release pen when it’s time to take it off. Anyone have suggestions on a better option for something secure but easy to remove?
Thank you in advance!

Hello everyone, I have a german shepherd that loves dock diving. We are a member of a bite sport club already but I am looking to find a training club that meets consistently for training in dock diving. I have done some googling but don't see mentions for dock diving clubs. Is that not a thing in this sport? I'm looking to show in NADD and I'm located in southwest Ohio. Willing to drive for a welcoming and committed club that trains together

Hello there everyone, I'm an experienced trainer looking to restart my business after taking a break for my health but I require all my clients to have/ purchase certain equipment for the training courses and I would really love to find a small business that makes dog training equipment that I can source from and support! Even if you don't have one if you know of one please drop a comment! Thanks in advance!

Equipment I'm looking for

*Flat collars

*Traffic Leash

*6, 20, and 50 Foot biothane, similar or other water/ wear resistant leashes

*Martingale Collars

*Prong Collars

*Muzzles

*Vests/patches

Hi, so I'am intrested in how is nosework viewed in dog comunity and also want to get into dog world more and even become a trainer, I have a terrier mix named Mimi, she's calm and likes sniffing so we tried Nosework and I love it. But I still have wish to get more into a dog world, I have a "friend" in agility who said that Nosework is basic and new sport.

Hey everyone! I hope this post is allowed. Looking for thoughts on this harness fit for my dog.

This is the RuffWear front range harness in size small. Her girth measured 23 inches, the size guide says a small is for 22-27 inches.

From what I can tell it seems to bunch up in her chest area when she sits down (around 40 seconds) but hangs low when she walks/turns. Kind of hard to see, I did my best.

Does this look like it could be adjusted with the straps or would you suggest a size down?

FWIW, she’s on meds right now and retaining some weight. Once we’re back to usual activity she might fall within the XS range (17-22, she was 21 prior to meds).

Hi! My name is Liz, I’m very interested in working with high drive working dogs in jobs such as AMK9, MSA security and Global k9 protection groups. In general I’m asking what information I should do more research on if I wanna work with high drive working dogs in the future such as Belgian Malinois, GSD, heller, etc. I already work with some dogs and observe a trainer when they train and get to work with a heller pup, other dogs etc. I know basics and such, the girl who invited me to come and observe has done search and rescue, she is an inspiration to me in many ways. I cannot get a dog and won’t till I move out and am financially stable and know what dog working environment I want to work in. I want to know what real other k9 dogs that match what I’m asking for and if there is more I can look into. I wanna learn more about dog body language, nutrition, drives, training etc. I’m very passionate about this and wanna live to do this. Let me know please, it’s my first time using this app lol but I figured it would be helpful.! Also if there is any books you recommend that are affordable and helpful please let me know!

Hello everyone! I wanted to post to ask a question for people who do scent training. As I just watched a video of a Mal doing scent training with a scent wall. I saw someone ask in the comments if they sometimes not put any scent article and reward them for not finding anything (not false alerting) and was wondering if anyone does this? If I had to guess I’d assume, besides the fact I think if you build a strong enough association with clear rules the act of finding is more rewarding than any actual treat reward in and of itself so most dogs will be willing to “play the game right” instead of trying for false alerts in hopes of treats. But that’s just an educated guess so I wanted to ask how do handlers with experience train and make sure false alerts won’t be an issue? I wouldn’t be surprised if I’m wrong in my guess!

Hi! I have dogs I keep in ruffland kennels in the back of my pickup. I’m wondering if anyone has tried any insulated kennel covers and would give me some feedback or suggestions before I purchase some. Do you have one? Do you feel like it restricts too much airflow?

the scheels option:

https://www.scheels.com/p/72656702571?store=&cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=22830613579&cq_con=196010216098&cq_term=&cq_med=pla&cq_plac=&cq_net=g&cq_pos=&cq_plt=gp&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22830613579&gclid=CjwKCAjw88HWBhA3EiwAo2Zd6P2UI2dfx3lkN9mz86HbxqYKRoG8U5ma3ZogtbBcJr7jvJ0yXiNSDhoCNTMQAvD_BwE

Mud river Dixie:

https://www.sportsmans.com/hunting-gear-supplies/dog-supplies-equipment/dog-care/mud-river-dixie-insulated-kennel-cover/p/1176825?channel=shopping&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23843398054&gbraid=0AAAAADvVAnVck_vkK3e51wJZbb4YFht3z&gclid=CjwKCAjw88HWBhA3EiwAo2Zd6EBOyCjD8vmFNiSFMncm9nV9xyu7Kmc3OGtoAXoV3GoPOE9Zt7gEqBoCdUYQAvD_BwE

Maynard Reece: another mud river option

https://www.boytharness.com/products/maynard-reece-insulated-kennel-cover?variant=46638861254843&country=US&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23019535128&gbraid=0AAAAApkaq-PITKV4GiqzhdE3YnzmcFfJR&gclid=CjwKCAjw88HWBhA3EiwAo2Zd6DTgK66tRIJSvEDwbg4hqej82Pj-OrOzGR92YwXcAALGdoKDUI8X0xoCxiAQAvD_BwE&_su_rec=UQDoSjFrVFCnvJYi6ikRFdsMrl5l7c7w8Zlusp5u0z5djXCR4ldzsTUfQGpJPxqtGwS0SluSwcdSKtwWOdJQK3XSkCV-MJ-UJOyyaWh169CaDfk1GgM-tPRqZdLeP92x4Pjr4GgwMabQ8N-osd6-jxS1D5C1bs4erk0HZRuWLQ2UZxEagLFc8EzPJdXhroU1-cullS2-vHtcoaHmR1VFA77R1KXcCuIj9pWcUDzh0BOTSwmwvXso93X7xh-hYqpDXd6WNlhzbm5LGRAWfIYgr8iIOYI_2N9kg0ZnHJ5jdzdQTga6FfB_Rv7vdab0I2BZyyNuDY_aBWl8Idr67vcZRKbUCTIJ9TPXtoBqml0fC7XMZhfbAUcqZW0jUlr_VHWU8ve0ZbwZsGBjHqBJY_JJoXFhrQ&_su_rec_id=c74a483a-a964-45d9-a61f-6bf97cd5b2fc-1792072919

Ducks unlimited :

https://www.boytharness.com/products/ducks-unlimited-mud-river-insulated-kennel-cover?variant=44062830395579&country=US&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23019535128&gbraid=0AAAAApkaq-PITKV4GiqzhdE3YnzmcFfJR&gclid=CjwKCAjw88HWBhA3EiwAo2Zd6CIfGjM_JRkx_C1C6P6xQMlsC-VNOCiwOaUzHFKNlNKDsy3fwKEdYRoCLPQQAvD_BwE

Anyone have a super awesome judge that was fun to show under? Kind. Fun courses. Welcoming. Would love to know which judges we should aim to bring to our club!

Thanks!!!!

Question for anyone who has lost their soul dog you did sports did but has other dogs who do it. What was it like going back the first time? We have a trial coming up, will be my first without my girl but it’s not fair to my other dog who loves to work. Just thinking about going and not having here there makes me want to puke. I did sponsor an award in her memory though

Hey y’all! I’m about to get my first dog (a Drentsche Patrijshond) and want to dip my toes into sports in the future. I definitely think I want to try doing Rally but otherwise am totally open to ideas/recommendations!

I know that, ultimately, the sports I do with my dog will depend on my dog’s interest level with said activity but kind of just want to start getting ideas and the sorts.l

Question for anyone who has earned a C-SNITCH (or C-SNITE) more than once, or is working on a second one.

The rulebook (B14.2) says "Multiple C-SNITCH titles may be awarded; however, the requirements must be completed for each additional title to obtain the next numerical title." For the first C-SNITCH that's 3 Qs in each element (Containers, Interiors, Exteriors, Vehicles) plus 1,000 total points.

What I can't tell is what happens to the extras. Say your dog finishes C-SNITCH with 1,150 points and 5 Container Qs. Toward C-SNITCH2:

•    Do the extra 150 points and extra Qs carry over, so you need 2,000 points and 6 Qs per element in total?

•    Or do you start from zero, with a fresh 3 Qs per element and 1,000 points after the first title?

Same question for C-SNITE (10 Qs per element and 3,000 points).

If you've submitted for a second one, how did CPE count it? Thanks!

Yesterday I competed in my very first trial! Barn hunt novice. First run no tunnel, second run I called her thru the tunnel but got on one knee and patted the floor so DQ (didn’t know I couldn’t).

Today we ran two more times. I double checked that you can crouch with the judge. First run (after climb and finding the rat) I crouched and called her; she came through the tunnel, I pet her to celebrate but her butt wasn’t yet out of the tunnel so it was another DQ.

But the second run today we did it! Climb, rat, call through the tunnel; when she was 2/3 thru the tunnel I stood up and fast shuffled back a few feet (got several laughs).

I’ve learned so much, making mistakes was the best teaching tool. Looking forward to the next trial!

we want to hear your brags, progress, training success stories, training failure stories, goals, whatever it may be. use this thread as a place to just talk about what you’ve done the past week or even what you’d like to improve on in the following.

feel free to link any pictures, videos, etc. to your comments.

My dog and I are working toward AKC Tracking TDX and VST, but with the very long amount of time that takes to be ready and the relative dearth of tracking tests compared to other sports, I’ve become interested in competing in scentwork.

Looking for some recommendations on self-study courses. ScentWorkU looked good, does anyone have feedback on it?

Also looking for feedback on the best place to start based on my dogs starting level. Specifically: - my dog understands tracking a scent (not the same as scent detection but maybe worth noting) - my dog can definitely locate concentration of scent (for example she can hunt up a downed duck in heavy cover that already has a lot of duck scent from previous marks - I can give my dog pretty much any item to smell, put her in a blind, hide it and then release her to find it.

Appreciate the feedback, thanks!

Looking for suggestions or maybe just a vent session.

My daughter is 9 and wants to do dog sports and wants to get titles....but she doesn't actually want to practice ever and won't take criticism from anyone, even if constructive and not from me. She is also at her Dad's every other week, so classes really aren't an option for her (he wouldn't bring her).

She spends most of her weekends with me at dog shows and enjoys them, but is getting frustrated she can't show. I enter her in sometimes but because she never works with the dogs, both completely ignore her and then she fails and gets more frustrated.

She does show Open Juniors right now in conformation and releases for FastCAT, but wants to do more Barn Hunt and NASDA- both which require the dog to actually listen to her and be a team.

My puppy was supposed to be her Barn hunt dog, but the puppy has absolutely zero ability in BH right now, and that may or may not change. My RATCH dog won't hunt for her at all. He NQed with her at Novice level- wouldn't tunnel,climb, or show her the rat.

Rhaen has been wearing purples, but the light purple collar she has been wearing is due for a change, and I wanted to see if there were any ideas for a different color that we should try?

Also, is there any way I can get her into sports without going to actual competitions? I am a teenager and cannot drive her to any sport competitions, but I would love to try some sports with her. I just have no clue how to start or if it would even be possible to do without even competing. I would also love to hear any sport suggestions as well. Thank you in advance!