Delta gets her first ribbon!
Posted By Sandy Wilson on March 31, 2010
Delta von der Kleinen Wiese (Arla v.d. Kleinen Wiese x Hawk v. Eichenluft)
Delta successfully completed her first obedience class at Orchard Hills, in Barto, PA. She was in class with quite an assortment of dogs of different breeds and all sizes. One of her favorite buddies was Hercules, a very big Great Dane. The first time she met him she wasn’t quite sure what it was and barked at him, but soon they became friends. I am still not sure if she thinks he is a dog, or a small pony. In her first class she learned her basic commands and did well. I also think it’s great that she is adjusting to all the distractions at the class.
There are many dogs all around the facility and an agility class going on at the same time, so it is alot for a young dog to take it, but it is a great experience for her. Also I like the fact that the instructor, Phyllis Kraft, who is a very seasoned trainer, has been in German Shepherds for 45 years, so she is so good with all the dogs. She really understands them and I love her gentle way with them. It is a nice class because all the dogs are well behaved and there is plenty of time for socialization which is so important for the dogs.
Delta practicing her "Platz"!
Right now we are attending the second phase of obedience training and so Delta is coming along nicely. I haven’t put a lot of demands on her as she is still very young, but she is improving each week we go to class and I see her more at ease all the time with the other dogs too. One thing I can say that I am impressed with Delta is the fact that she has such super focus on me during class. She doesn’t really care to play with the other dogs, but would much rather engage in play and training with me. This is such an attribute as she is so dedicated to me.
Delta with her ball - she always has a toy nearby!
We have big plans for the Spring for Delta. We will continue to track with Delta, but right now it is just too wet outside. The ground is like muddy soup. We are also going to start her training on sheep – so more on that later when we get into her formal training. We are excited about this pup – she has a lot of zip and she loves to work!
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