Canine Good Citizen

We spent the first part of our day touching up on some CGC (Canine Good Citizen) work with two of our lover boys Brad Pit and Petey. We have been so busy these past few months we were slacking a bit on their training... and it showed. All these two wanted to do when they first saw one another was pounce, play and pull. Yikes. 

But, thankfully since these boys are living the "nothing in life is free" way, they bounced back quickly and it was down to business... treats and then play. 

Here they are working on "Reaction to another dog".
During the CGC test, here is what the run down will be.

"Reaction to another dog test demonstrates that the dog can behave politely around other dogs. Two handlers and their dogs approach each other from a distance of about 20 feet, stop, shake hands and exchange pleasantries, and continue on for about 10 feet. The dogs should show no more than casual interest in each other. Neither dog should go to the other dog or its handler."

To check out the rest of the CGC test go HERE:

Anyone up for a challenge?
Work with your pup towards passing this test before 2014 begins.

If your pit bull dog accomplished getting their CGC we would LOVE to hear about it and share it with everyone else.

Send clear photos in JPG format of your dog and you holding up their CGC Certificate along with your experience to: modifiedk9@Hotmail.com

Title email CGC Accomplished!

Looking forward to seeing some really big sm:)es!
Much Love
The Modified k9 Family

Get Going!!

If you own a pit bull dog, you know what being active is like. Some pit bull dogs are always on the go, they are always looking for new things to do and exciting things to accomplish.

What makes dogs happy and content??
Love, socialization, training and EXERCISE!  

There are many many different ways to exercise your dogs. Walking, hiking, swimming, taking them for a jog, treadmill, mind stimulation games and competition work. Below are a few of our favorite exercises to get involved in with your pal. You and your dog can get started with one or all of the activities, which will depend on where you live, your dogs personality and drive for the activity.

These are all amazing ways to bond with your dog while both staying active, healthy and happy!!

In no particular order lets start off with:

Dock Diving or Dock Jumping

Dogs compete in jumping for height or distance from a dock into a body of water.
The dock diving team consists of one dog (any breed or size), and usually one handler  All dogs must be over six months of age to compete in this activity. Team members/handlers can use a toy to keep the dogs attention. On a good note the dogs are not required to retrieve the toy.

To find out where you can get started close to your area check out Dock Dogs.com 

Have time to check out an awesome video of Primo doing his thing on the dock?!
GO HERE:

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Fly-ball:

Flyball is a  relay sport for dogs and their owners. Teams compete against other teams. Teams consist of four dogs and their owners. The dogs must jump four hurdles, catch a ball and run back in succession until all four of the dogs on the team have had their turn. The first team to run the course without making a mistake in the fastest time wins !

For more information on flyball and where competitions will be held, go here:

Great Video of the Revolution Flyball BSL team in action:

GO HERE:

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 Nose Work:

K9 Nose work is great FUN way for your dog to build confidence, burn mental and physical energy. It helps to develop your dog’s natural scenting abilities by targeting their drive to hunt. Food, toys, love and exercise are key.

To learn more about Nose work, go here:

Cute video of shelter dog Honee doing some nose work:

GO HERE

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Agility:

 k9 agility is a sport in which a handler is given a set amount of time to direct their dog through an obstacle course. The dog must be off-leash. All dogs must be at least 6 months of age.

Basic obedience training is necessary and need for commencing agility training.

To learn more about k9 Agility, GO HERE

There are other sports and activities you can get your pit bull involved in such as Frisbee, therapy work or weight pulling. Please make sure you do your research on any activity you decide to get involved in and find a trainer that works best with you and you dog helping you BOTH move forward! :)

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Well, are we all ready to get started???
GET GOING THEN!!


We at Modified k9 would LOVE to see pictures of you and your pit bull in action. 
So please send your photos to modifiedk9@Hotmail.com so we can share them with the world.