Michaela Hempen

Hi, In yesterday’s email, I described how to use the starting point that we identified in question 2: ‘Where are you now?’ to build towards our target behavior. I decided to start in the paddock, where she is focused and calm with a trained behavior that she knows well: Standing on a mat. Using multiple … Read more

Hi, In the last email, I described where I want to go with Blondie, working at liberty, and where we are now. In the process, we identified our starting point. We found that she can be focused and engaged in the paddock and that training should start there. I have asked you to suggest one … Read more

Hi, In the last email, I challenged you to develop a constructional program for Blondie that would allow me to play with her at liberty. To help with that, we use Goldiamond’s four questions: I am curious, what does your training plan look like? If you feel like sharing it, send me an email. I … Read more

Hi, I am so excited that you are continuing this journey with Blondie and me. I know how challenging it is to carve out some time to read. That’s why I will try to keep to the point and use video instead of lengthy text. Before we continue from what you already read, let’s do … Read more