Looking for that Perfect Puppy
What is it with people these days? Over the last few years I have seen a rise in the following that I really don't understand. Newbie after newbie, who has never train/trialed a dog in sport X, looking for a…
Malinois as PSDs – Adding fuel to the fire
First, let me clarify one thing. This article is about Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs), not Police Service Dogs (PSDs). Some of the definitions and information in this article came from Wikipedia. PSDs and PTSD Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSDs) are defined…
It’s All AKCs Fault
On a regular basis I see people making the comment "AKC is ruining my breed". This is tossed out on social media posts, in face to face conversations, blog articles, etc. And every time I see or hear it, my…
The “Long Haired Malinois”
What is that doggy in the window??? A little history When it comes to the Belgian Shepherd Dog, there is a lot of confusion in the United States regarding "what is that doggy in the window". Hopefully I can help…
Educational Videos
The following video links are from the now abandoned Independent Ringers website. I've moved the IR video page here so they are still easy to find. Introduction to FR Introduction to FR – part 1 Introduction to FR – part…
Will Training in a Protection Sport Make My Dog Dangerous?
When people ask me if training their dog in a protection sport will make them dangerous, I pull out my martial arts comparison. An a-hole with an unstable personality who would jump some random person for fun, is going to…