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I wanted to share some thoughts with and about the folks who
train and are trainers at Fieldwood. Shortly after we took Missy into our
home, I signed up for my first class, Basic Obedience. I thought going though
training together would help us build a better relationship. I underestimated
how my life would change once Missy and I took that first step.
Sue took us through Basic Obedience and Look Ma classes followed by Christine
who helped build a foundation for our current addiction, Agility with
Deb.
Through this all the bonds that have grown with both of my girls is wonderful
but what I didn't expect was how training with Missy would enrich my life.
To train your dog you must be or become confident in yourself. If you
are unsure or tentative you cannot be the leader your dog needs you to
be. The encouragement and good humor of my friends at Fieldwood has buoyed
my self-confidence and opened doors that I was only vaguely aware existed.
The confidence I built has allowed me to walk through those doors.
Anyone who thinks training a dog stops with sit and stay is missing out
on the opportunity of their dog's lifetime. Building a partnership that
is beyond ownership. When it happens it is like no other relationship.
It is unreserved and unconditional. Many of you already know this. If
you have not yet experienced this relationship, I hope you do and very
soon.
Sherry
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