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Leg Weaves for Canine Freestye

Teaching your dog to weave through your legs is great for building confidence, and the leg weave is a fundamental…
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Dogs of Any Age Can Have Fun with Freestyle

Many people think that they need to wait until their dog is an adult before getting started in dog sports,…
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Teaching a Go-Around Behavior

Interested in a new way to train and have fun with your dog this summer? Try Canine Freestyle! Also known…
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How to Teach a Head Nod

One of the most powerful benefits of clicker training is the ability to teach creative behaviors quickly. The head nod…
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Creating a Freestyle Sequence with Michele Pouliot

Multiple-time International Freestyle Champion Michele Pouliot is often asked how she makes her dazzling freestyle routines seem so effortless. Ready…
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Michele Pouliot Teaches Bow from Down

The bow is not only an impressive trick, but is also one of the critical skills in canine freestyle routines.…
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Teaching a Head-Tuck Bow

Multiple International Freestyle Champion Michele Pouliot frequently dazzles crowds with her Head-Tuck Bow routine. In this video, Michele shows you…
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Teaching Trick Behaviors: Mic Targeting with Duration

Canine freestyle champion Michele Pouliot is known for using innovative trick behaviors in her entertaining routines. One of the foundation…
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Michele Pouliot Teaches Head in a Prop

Canine freestyle, also known as musical freestyle, is a modern sport where dogs and handlers perform dazzling choreographed routines set…
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Michele Pouliot Teaches Keiko Canine Freestyle

During the winter you may be searching for activities that you can do with your dog to keep you both…
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How to Teach Your Dog to Back Around You

A fundamental skill for canine freestyle is the dog backing around the handler. It’s also a fun trick that will…
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Michele Pouliot and Deja Demonstrate Prance Ahead

Imagine moving across a dance floor, with every move in synch with the music. Now imagine your dog dancing with…
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