Relaxing, Playing, And Training

Hi, my name is Gracie.  I used to live and work at the race track.  I had fun running around the track, but decided I wanted to try something new.  I’m now trying out this training for retirement thing.  I can’t say that I really know what it is, but my inmate trainer thinks it’s a really good idea.   He offers me treats when I respond to his requests so it’s shaping up to be a pretty good deal.  I’ve been a little reserved while I see how this was going to work out, but I’m beginning to open up.  I mean, really the dude is offering me treats so I don’t see any harm in cutting him some slack.  At first I was a little shy about being petted, but I really like it just had to get used to the new person and place.

So now that I’m getting the hang of this new place I’m jumping into this training bit.  I seriously get treats for this how awesome is that?!  I’ve gotten the hang of hurry, let’s go, kennel, release, sit, bed, bang, and belly!  My inmate trainer says that we’re going to work on my response to wait, heel, here, down, stay, bow, lap, and jump.  I’m starting to understand what he wants so this is going to get easier!  I can’t wait to see what I get treats for next!