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8/4 Lake Mills
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May 7, 2009

Best In Class

Last night at puppy socialization class, our little girl redeemed herself. Cinder was "Best in Class", but I may be a bit biased. She has started to DOWN on voice command and will LEAVE IT after one correction. Practicing recalls (having her come to me), she even STAYed while I walked away. As in the past her recall was solid - responsive and eager to come when called.

Of course the class ended with puppy play time. The terror was let loose to attack any and every dog in sight. Promise was there also, so she was the most common target. Actually Promise may be more of an instigator. The secret to Cinder's improved behavior was that I kept her away from Promise until play time.

Cinder continues to be very disturbed by loud noises and is easily/often distracted by other canines. The band percussion practice and thunderstorm were issues yesterday. She will pick up any/all items from the ground. She doesn't walk very controlled either, so she still needs a lot of work.

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