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I've just been reading an interesting book called The Winning Edge. While the book is mostly about showing in Conformation, I took away a few good tips on the obedience side as well.
The point that caught my attention was the author's insistence on the fact that the dog has to think it's fun to be in the ring - there has to be some genuine enthusiasm for getting in there, and showing off.
There's no doubt in my mind that this is the real key to competitive success. Teaching the "tricks' of obedience competition can be a challenge but it is really just a first step. Spur knows all the exercises, and he can do them in a variety of settings. Some he likes more than others, but he is always eager to head out for a training session or a class.
It's when we step into the trial ring that things change.
We exhibitors often believe that this is due to our own attitude. We're nervous! After twelve years of showing, I still get...
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