Category: APAW Dogs
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Recent Show Brags
1 weekend, 6 dogs, 7 kids, 5 conformation competition wins, 6 coursing Q’s, 12 rally Q’s, 4 new titles, 2 Total Dogs, 2 Total Juniors, and a rally High In Trial!
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A Typical Day as a Service Dog Trainer
Learn about the common roles assigned to trainers at service dog organizations. From kennel duty to obedience and task training, public access training, keeping records, and all sorts of client communications, service dog trainers have busy days filled with hands-on work as well as administrative tasks.
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2024 in Review!
Additions to our program, new working dogs and title holders – we’ve got a lot to be proud of this past year!
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The APAW Waiting List
“What number am I on your puppy waiting list?” This is a question I am frequently asked. The answer might not be as simple as you think…
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Tentative Litter Plans 2025
Litter plans needed to be shifted. New plans will still produce the same general sizes, temperament ranges and colors as originally planned, just with different pedigree combinations. Read on for all the details.
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Health Testing: Phenotype vs Genotype
What’s the difference between phenotype and genotype testing? Which health tests fall into each category? Which tests are perfectly acceptable to breed a dog even with “failed” results? At the end of the day, are there actually any health guarantees?
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Howl-o-ween Preparation (Part 2)
With Halloween looming, here are some safety and courtesy tips for including your dog in festivities, common toxins found in candy and what to do if your dog eats any, and others tips to help keep your dog safe and happy this year. (Part 2 of 2)
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Howl-o-ween Preparation (Part 1)
Halloween is right around the corner, and with it come spooky visitors, toxic candies, and many opportunities to accidentally run out the door. Here are some tips to help keep your dog safe and happy this year. (Part 1 of 2)
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Farm Dog and Other Titles
Locket and Marvel just earned their Farm Dog, Canine Good Citizen and Novice Trick titles! Learn what is entailed in each evaluation, and why I believe these simple titles are worth more than many give them credit for.
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Our Big News!
We have a new baby! Aria Rose was born on May 16th, 2024 and she is the sweetest little girl. Big siblings Chloe and Matthias are thrilled! Pregnancy and maternity leave have meant taking a step back from training/competing/breeding this past year, but I’m gradually getting back to it. I…
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