Training....Do We Need A New Group?

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

I almost hate to even suggest another new group, but here goes.  After my experiences with Murphy over the past few weeks (and especially this weekend), I've found great advice and support from many of you here on DK.  I've been challenged with Murphy's training for many reasons, and most of those reasons related more to ME than to him.  I can't tell you how helpful it was for me to read your responses to my blog.  I had been feeling pretty bad about the "mistakes" I was making in my training approach, and you helped me get over myself and just move ahead with a renewed enthusiasm.  Last night I was thinking about the fact that there are probably many of us going through similar things.  It might be great if we had a "support group" where we could share our learnings, breakthroughs, frustrations, and just be there to pick each other up during the "training tough times".  There is an obedience group now, but it's for advanced or competition OB experiences.  Clearly, I'm not in that position with Murph.  There's also Puppy Madness, but this feels different to me because this is really all about training.  So, I'm wondering what everyone thinks of this idea.  Is there interest in forming this type of group or do you think the regular forum and blogs are adequate?  Obviously, Adina, your thoughts and ultimate approval are the key here. 

[Adina P]

So more than anything, if I'm understanding, you want a way to compile all valuable experiential tid bits, and 'what i learned from training my dood' kinds of things into one place?

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

No, definitely "not more than anything". The "shared experiences/support group concept" is what I was looking for primarily. Being able to easily get back to a discussion as a reference is just one benefit of a group....but if the tags are done well in the forum you still should be able to find what you're looking for.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Maybe we should put more emphasis on tags. I rarely tag anything except photos for a show simply because I never think of it. Of course a great search engine would be good too.

[Adina P]

So write me up another group description and title or let me know it's the same as before and I'll make the group. If you want it and want to lead it that is okay by me =)

[shelly]

I'll be following this Jane. It sounds like a group that I would really find helpful! We all know Tori's 'training' has been less than perfect!

[Jacqui and RosyNose]

Hi Jane- I like your suggestion and would likely read and contribute to this group.
Jacqui and Rosy

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

I just added the new group...look for it later today.