I’m Beki and these are my dogs Seamus and Buddy. I started training Seamus with Little Orchard in Jan 07 when he was 13 weeks old progressing through the Good Citizen Dog Award Scheme and passing the Gold Award in May 2008. We have then gone on to do Agility, Advanced Agility, Obedience and Working Trial Training.
Our latest addition in December 2008 is Buddy, who went on to pass his Good Citizen Gold Award in January 2010. He couldn't be more different in personality to Seamus but they get along great together, thoroughly enjoying each other’s company and often to be found cuddled up asleep together or playing in the garden. Buddy has completed further training in obedience and agility which he absolutely loves and is showing some potential as well as a lot of enthusiasm! He and Seamus are both part of the demonstration team with me and my partner Martin.
I love working with the dogs and seeing them enjoy themselves so much and, through the social club, I have gained fascinating insights into their behaviour. Due to his temperament Seamus has become a tutor dog at social club and puppy classes where he is especially good with nervous dogs and bouncy puppies.
I really enjoy assisting with the puppies as, at this young age, they are so responsive and it is very rewarding helping teach owners effective, kind and positive learning techniques to help them get the best out of their pets. I am really interested in the study of canine behaviour and communication and am currently studying the ’Think Dog!’ Intermediate OCN course on canine behaviour and training before I progress onto other courses.
