Pup Portal | Michele | Activity https://pupportal.dog/members/michele/activity/ Activity feed for Michele. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:03:57 -0800 https://buddypress.org/?v= en 30 hourly 2 24c4c38888f1b87c7c01d876069a53e2 michele added a comment to the project KotaH https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2089/ Sun, 02 Jan 2022 20:32:54 -0900 Hi Annie, a quick email to me at learn@alaskadogworks.com with your scores is great, then I can input them into your profile in my system.

I’m so glad you’re already noticing huge differences in the approach. Each dog has their own personality and this program gives you a way to develop and train for those personalities.

Happy New Year and I…[Read more]

]]> 0 1451e46ebe83986d8173eb60856c5ff4 michele added a comment to the project Dalton https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2069/ Thu, 09 Dec 2021 22:12:00 -0900 Jenna we have done some updates to the program, did you find the complete button?

]]> 0 871ff6c504060475e814d26fed743936 michele added a comment to the project Goose https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2068/ Thu, 09 Dec 2021 22:04:58 -0900 Hello Jessica
Thank you for getting me your personality profile numbers.
I will send a message to you via text regarding the schedule for the next class. This coming week is really slammed for me.

]]> 0 8b09ac0ff1d5a322efca53a2ba1ad764 michele added a comment to the project Jewels https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2041/ Wed, 24 Nov 2021 01:01:12 -0900 Renea and Mark
Thank you for the update and I will have Robert, my husband and page administrator to find the test results.

]]> 0 2f13ff8edf00c5a09653ee974e8e7846 michele added a comment to the project Elly https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2033/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 21:00:52 -0900 Piper
My apologies, I just got this message. I’m still in recovery and unable to drive – might be released tomorrow.
I’ll see you guys soon.

]]> 0 871f91ae31dc7e65610bd5bfd8534017 michele added a comment to the project DD https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2032/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:59:13 -0900 Jeremy
I didn’t see your message until today. Surgery did not turn out as planned – ended up having two. I’m on the mend. I hope training with DD is moving along. You should’ve gotten the email from Joel telling you that your program was approved and you’re sponsored by the ELKS Lodge. I’m not cleared to drive yet, hopefully tomorrow. Text me so…[Read more]

]]> 0 dcfa9a3fd00aad0093df75b81bf15843 michele added a comment to the project RagsH https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2031/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:57:04 -0900 Use of treats is up to you, praise is expected. Over use of treats in dogs with higher prey drive than your Rags can cause problems. 🙂

]]> 0 3f9e72d5af1f9e8a93b268a86c59d571 michele added a comment to the project RagsH https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2030/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:56:09 -0900 All of those commands are excellent for teaching him to get in the car. We say “load up”
Remember when unloading to say “wait” before allowing him to exit, think of a release command for exiting and then encourage him to stay near, or even sit by the vehicle with leash on until your ready for the next step.

]]> 0 7b124668f249b41ffd31c6c898df3e90 michele added a comment to the project RagsH https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2029/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:54:20 -0900 Anne
Sorry for the delay in answering your questions. I’m not on the PupPortal daily so I miss things. In regards to his reactivity to noises at the door and window…best case is to catch him in the act and tell him to “check it” – if he looks without jumping or barking excessively then praise him for it. Teaching him a command for the thing he’s…[Read more]

]]> 0 2496ea1a51ad6d5f28f612b7c40b4a25 michele added a comment to the project Dizz https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/2001/ Sat, 30 Oct 2021 01:16:28 -0800 That’s awesome!
We just dropped your order in the mail, you should get it in a couple days.
Thank you

]]> 0 e2a2079992e0a8c24e56ff93a1ea52b0 michele added a comment to the project TeddyAY https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1966/ Thu, 07 Oct 2021 03:18:36 -0800 Hi Audra
The numbers do look pretty close.
Try using all numbers between 0 through 10 as scoring choices.

I scored Teddy Prey 68 Pack 55 Def. Flight 60 Def. Fight 40

Then you compare your numbers to the scenarios to see which one is closest and it’ll explain how to work the dog through the drives into PACK which is optimal for training retention.

]]> 0 c70280778e6151253bcc411d6f604a54 michele added a comment to the project Khan https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1958/ Sat, 02 Oct 2021 02:02:08 -0800 Tammy
A lot of this is addressed in the first meeting – please text my phone number to schedule that!

Please retake the test and utilize all numbers between 0 and 10, not just 0, 5, and 10. I apologize it is confusing directions. But I would also imagine that is about correct for his breed type. Also, you both should take the test individually…[Read more]

]]> 0 9b2d4ea1c70e5c1e112fb66a42202476 michele added a comment to the project SashaC https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1957/ Sat, 02 Oct 2021 01:55:11 -0800 Hi Carlotta, Just got this message, my apologies I have to get physically on a computer to see these. Like I mentioned earlier we need to remove her from her “comfort” area which is your home. Drive her to another place in the neighborhood to get her out of the spot.

]]> 0 303d1cc35886a023409c804960ce071b michele added a comment to the project ZoeyR https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1815/ Sat, 05 Jun 2021 18:46:34 -0800 Great job you guys.

Go back and match her numbers as closely as you can to the descriptions (i.e.) junk yard dog, teachers pet etc. to see which type she’s most like.

To keep her out of that defense drive and in pack drive we’ll use prey, like toys and treats to capture her attention

]]> 0 03be888a058c7b326c7a7851e744da88 michele added a comment to the project MooseU https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1807/ Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:56:43 -0800 Jessica, the program is set for 90 days access. We will extend it for you for another 90 days. Keep working hard. Michele

]]> 0 4cb9ec8fb4552a008b3b2eb8bf2722a1 michele added a comment to the project Brulee https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1782/ Thu, 20 May 2021 02:51:24 -0800 Hi Dawn
1. Tikahtnu Commons – Lowe’s parking lot.
2. June 4th is Friday and drop off is fine but unfortunately it’ll need to be late – I’d prefer you drop her off on Saturday the 5th at 3:30pm and I will send a text message when we get closer to firm this up.

As far as pick up date its the 18th, 19th or 20th unless you’d like to add a week and…[Read more]

]]> 0 f4d73832209620e39b31bbc87cdf3937 michele added a comment to the project Jett https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1728/ Tue, 27 Apr 2021 17:04:52 -0800 Good Morning Simmons Family!

Please go to the Ascent Course and do the Getting Started part, take the personality profile using number 0-10 for scoring. Then send me a picture text to 907-841-1603 of the scores for me to review. Then follow the Week 1 on the Ascent Course and look at or print the following from the Projects section: Command…[Read more]

]]> 0 b2224ad7c1c07f7e81f07032f03817cf michele added a comment to the project FinnS https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1712/ Wed, 14 Apr 2021 20:54:46 -0800 Thats great, no one has ever shared with my like that so it may take me a bit to locate.

]]> 0 33f3bd4762a80ce80600b9807e7a037f michele added a comment to the project HankKevin https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1664/ Wed, 24 Mar 2021 01:02:37 -0800 I’m going to just put this note here that I am calling you right now!

]]> 0 b209ab2e9e351a6ceb0ab3bcdee1dba1 michele added a comment to the project HankKevin https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1658/ Sun, 21 Mar 2021 02:19:16 -0800 Looking forward to seeing you guys tomorrow morning!
Michele

]]> 0 d85ee786254205b2fc18e846e7551890 michele added a comment to the project Jude https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1618/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:49:29 -0900 Jude’s Write-Up after Camp.

Here’s what the trainers thought!

Jude is a very loving attentive dog but he is easily distracted by other things and loses his focus. Our trainer utilized treat training but at a minimum to train him by that we mean one piece of a treat was used for an entire hour long session and was given at the very end. J…[Read more]

]]> 0 2f8882d8d1083f9beb4812a132d41522 michele added a comment to the project Ranger https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1617/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:46:25 -0900 Ranger’s Write-Up after Camp.

Here’s what the trainers thought!

Ranger is a joy to train but sometimes can get distracted easily during a stay. Ranger knows how to stay but prefers to stay next to whoever is training him so he has a tendency to sneak closer to you during his stays, in order to curve this of Ranger while at camp our trainer…[Read more]

]]> 0 7dac41cb73710be4cec6431f82ccf01e michele added a comment to the project Cooper https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1616/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:44:08 -0900 Cooper’s Write-Up after Camp.

Here’s what the trainers thought!

Cooper is an incredibly smart dog but he enjoys to push his boundaries and test the waters of what is and isn’t okay. Cooper is well behaved and sometimes needs one or two redirections to keep his focus such as ‘off’ when he tries to jump up or ‘leave it’ when he is distracte…[Read more]

]]> 0 f7b0d40da20a25ff98475f3dd82eeb71 michele added a comment to the project Brody https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1557/ Thu, 24 Dec 2020 01:34:46 -0900 Roberta! I missed this message, and I’m very sorry. Please text me on my cell so we can schedule the next class. 907-841-1603

]]> 0 1d32010d284ff8a826ca1907351a5acf michele added a comment to the project Goulash https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1555/ Thu, 24 Dec 2020 01:33:12 -0900 Thank you! I will see you all soon. Merry Christmas

]]> 0 1e0ac843e1a332c7213262ceb62dd2b8 michele added a comment to the project Kelly https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1541/ Tue, 15 Dec 2020 07:39:20 -0900 Kelly had a good first day. She enjoyed hanging out with me and by the afternoon was enjoying play time with the other dogs.

]]> 0 f557ce09247fa43a29f7aad74ad799b1 michele added a comment to the project Chaga https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1500/ Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:06:04 -0800 Courtney – great job. Please read the Understanding Drive Behaviors and it’ll help you understand your results. Because she is flighty with high prey we want to definitely build on that pack drive by using treats and “look” or “watch me” commands. Her flight being so high is why we encourage the environmental socializing as much as possible.

]]> 0 b2cb2fff3326f4d6b4e622694f0a7a98 michele added a comment to the project Karma https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1499/ Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:03:00 -0800 Jamie – did Warren take the personality profile too? Did you score with all numbers between 0-10?

]]> 0 5a08fa7950ee7604dafb5636f682332b michele added a comment to the project Karma https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1498/ Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:02:19 -0800 No, I don’t want you to place in crate “cold turkey”. Transition slowly. Remember she has no choice at my place and I’m just asking you to prepare her so its not such a shock.

]]> 0 2574463df0d6937fd7cd75fdc23cca8e michele added a comment to the project Karma https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1490/ Mon, 19 Oct 2020 20:36:52 -0800 Jamie and Warren

This is just a guide, but hopefully it’ll give you some insight on how to develop a routine and stick to it.
Routine for your new puppy
It is important to establish a routine that not only works for you but shows your puppy how to coexist with you in their new life.
Here’s an example of a routine you can use to develop g…[Read more]

]]> 0 c33585c7233fae9253fb3d9ab53350f7 michele added a comment to the project Newt https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1485/ Fri, 09 Oct 2020 17:24:58 -0800 DogWorksRadio.com

Four Critical Periods of a puppy

]]> 0 9f8fe3e95b3522a8d9598711a46ef1f1 michele added a comment to the project Denali https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1483/ Fri, 09 Oct 2020 03:17:01 -0800 Carrie
Good job on staying focused and diligent! I know it’s tough with those big brown eyes!!

To help her learn to sit facing forward by your side, try walking her close the the closed garage door so that she doesn’t have space between your leg and the door, kinda forcing her to go nowhere but sitting next to you.

I’ll definitely help…[Read more]

]]> 0 8cf82907c9a19bb1220ce78ad190f817 michele added a comment to the project Denali https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1481/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:18:08 -0800 Carrie
No worries, hopefully you’ve received your leashes! Denali definitely has one of the highest pack drives in our program right now. I agree with that but I think her prey drive is slightly higher, meaning she does like toys and treats, right?

]]> 0 97b5cd1d6abd88ba68f18327f57b9f5d michele added a comment to the project Beast https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1478/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:16:16 -0800 Kerre – altering a behavior takes time and effort and this tantrum is proof that with patience you will win the game he’s playing – that’s why he’s pouting.

]]> 0 e1cdde44d04180643870951e31a3f6fb michele added a comment to the project Luna https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1476/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:13:05 -0800 Sheryl, looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow at our class at 1:30pm!

]]> 0 44c4f2e340c75003cda5f3b41889a95a michele added a comment to the project Newt https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1444/ Mon, 14 Sep 2020 18:34:28 -0800 Good morning Theresa, yes you can email the results or you can post them here so I can review them. If you email, send to learn@alaskadogworks.com

]]> 0 b0ac2eaf0c718717d8a944446cac9bc1 michele added a comment to the project Paisley https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1443/ Mon, 14 Sep 2020 18:33:19 -0800 Great, Thank you very much, I’m reviewing it and will get back with you.

]]> 0 93b1e0065bdbc21fe78466ee8307c2e2 michele added a comment to the project Zig https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1422/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:34:56 -0800 I use a cradling technique.
Day 1 – cradle with pup on her back between your legs while you hold her snuggly and rub her belly, and once she calms down begin to rub her legs and feet, think of it like massage (do this for at least 5 minutes)
Day 2
repeat (increase time to 8 minutes)
Day 3
Repeat but place clippers next to you on the floor…[Read more]

]]> 0 d740261234c1610624c05b85626c70c6 michele added a comment to the project Bart https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1421/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:27:07 -0800 That’s great. I appreciate you sending a monthly progress report. Bart has successfully completed his program and his certificate and official patch will be mailed tomorrow. Congratulations

]]> 0 666d2213dbad3179423fb4448c29e606 michele added a comment to the project Chamma https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1399/ Fri, 07 Aug 2020 16:56:57 -0800 Jackie
Sorry for the delay – I know I sent you a text regarding this message because our internet was down.

I’ll go over hand signals at group class and in our next private class.

Practice saying her name while holding a treat and bringing the treat towards your eyes, when she looks at you tell her good girl and give her the treat. Tell…[Read more]

]]> 0 e685dd925490395ddf6e3d77ceca2052 michele added a comment to the project Dexter https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1390/ Tue, 04 Aug 2020 02:35:50 -0800 Hi Tricia
Sorry for the delay in my reply MTA had an outage today that affected our internet for 7 hours!

Regarding your personality profile test, those numbers do seem a little off. I agree his PACK is high but his prey and defense drives play off of each other. Like at first he wants to play but then he gets nervous or even fearful and then…[Read more]

]]> 0 79bdcb537b5ccf0a4e0f5ef831e49640 michele added a comment to the project Toby https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1387/ Wed, 29 Jul 2020 19:04:56 -0800 Saturday August 8th is the next group class

]]> 0 6b5f22c92de6f5aa7db7c5bc11f8a6bb michele added a comment to the project Miley https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1381/ Mon, 27 Jul 2020 04:07:40 -0800 Hi John!

]]> 0 a28ff4d86628fcb3648e30c8575c3acc michele added a comment to the project MillieL https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1373/ Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:38:40 -0800 Hi Jeff
Walk her around it by starting at the base of the stairs walk towards the driveway and at the corner of the house go right leading yourself to the end of the house where the driveway kinda starts, then walk her along the grass/driveway line. Making some stops along the way to ask her to sit, look, and reminding yourself to praise her. As…[Read more]

]]> 0 9353b589074212a464f3ba09f111b267 michele added a comment to the project MillieL https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1367/ Wed, 22 Jul 2020 16:32:09 -0800 I love that doing the personality profile sparked conversation (and learning)! That will change a little bit with maturity but not much. Her Flight being at 50 is a little concerning and means that we need to make sure when we expose her to new things, noises, smells, etc that we act like its interesting and not to coddle and tell her things…[Read more]

]]> 0 0a5152bc478955c61b49b5364708ae51 michele added a comment to the project MillieL https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1349/ Sun, 19 Jul 2020 04:15:16 -0800 Routine for your new puppy
It is important to establish a routine that not only works for you but shows your puppy how to coexist with you in their new life.
Here’s an example of a routine you can use to develop good sleeping habits, potty training, and teaching your pup how to handle being alone.
6:00am wake up in crate, go outside to potty a…[Read more]

]]> 0 705efb663fac0fcef0519a338472c441 michele added a comment to the project Vicious https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1346/ Sun, 19 Jul 2020 04:03:13 -0800 CRATE TRAINING
One of the best items you could purchase for yourself, as well as, your dog is the dog crate. This crate can be made of wire, metal, plastic, and/or collapsible nylon and mesh. All are easy to clean. This crate can help solve behavior problems, provide safety for your dog, and can become your dogs inside home when appropriate times…[Read more]

]]> 0 0b7119c93f74ac5d946b47a4766da503 michele added a comment to the project Vicious https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1345/ Sun, 19 Jul 2020 03:59:49 -0800 Hi Marjorie

The Ascent Course is on the Dashboard main page under the courses you’ll see Ascent. Click there.

Let me know. if you still have any trouble.

]]> 0 4c0c8f0fb74f572543973fafa153eb6c michele added a comment to the project Emmit https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1337/ Sat, 11 Jul 2020 17:17:24 -0800 Hi Jasmine,
I’m not sure what you mean by 7 outdoor activities for Emmit. He can do anything you want him to do outside as long as he listens to your commands.

You have to attend group classes or our scheduled pack walks in order to qualify for the Alaska Dog Works American Kennel Club K9 Fit Club program and to receive the bandana you must…[Read more]

]]> 0 64f2eb91615877492962814443503d7f michele added a comment to the project StormyK https://pupportal.dog/activity/p/1327/ Wed, 08 Jul 2020 18:43:52 -0800 Good morning Denya! I hope you had a great bike ride through Denali.

We worked with Stormy on Come when Called while he was playing and highly distracted digging holes and chasing the other dogs and every time he’d come to me. We also worked on him coming when called while he was in the backyard alone and wasn’t expecting to be called for…[Read more]

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