PrairieFlats

07/26/2025

Glorie is having fun, sparkling, and taking the ribbons at the Longview dog shows.

06/25/2025

Good read.

Carolee Anita Boyles shares her journey in Flat-Coats, breeding ethics, judging, and the evolving culture of the dog show world.

06/20/2025

A good little start...

Saturday
"The Peter Pan of Dogs" Flat- Coated Retriever "As a family companion he is sensible, alert and highly intelligent; a lighthearted, affectionate and
adaptable friend. He retains these qualities as well as his youthfully good-humored outlook on
life into old age. The adult Flat-Coat is usually an adequate alarm dog to give warning, but is a
good-natured, optimistic dog, basically inclined to be friendly to all.
The Flat-Coat is a cheerful, devoted companion who requires and appreciates living with and
interacting as a member of his family. To reach full potential in any endeavor he absolutely must
have a strong personal bond and affectionate individual attention.
Disqualification: Yellow, cream or any color other than black or liver."- AKC Breed Standard

These clips are from the publication "A Guide to the Flat-Coated Retriever" by the Flat-Coated Retriever Society of America. Illustrations by Marcia R. Schlehr. Copyright 1999.

04/26/2025

So glad we are part of this amazing group that dies do much for the community.

For the past 18 years, this nonprofit has been bringing therapy dogs to community members of all ages.

03/22/2025

Nothing says Spring Break like Running of the Shamrocks

03/07/2025

Suzie is so good at this💛🌼🌟

From Online: New Research to Examine Changes to Heart and Brain Following Interactions with Therapy Dogs

The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) today announced a new grant for research to examine the effects of therapy dog interactions on heart and brain activity. This grant was awarded to a team of researchers at the University of Wollongong, led by Jillian Teo, PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Wollongong, along with Professor Stuart Johnstone at the School of Psychology and Professor Susan Thomas at the Graduate School of Medicine.

This study will investigate the changes in heart and brain activity occurring in university students during interactions with therapy dogs and aims to better understand the mechanisms behind the benefits of human-dog interactions on human health and wellbeing. In addition to measurements of heart and brain activity, researchers will also collect self-report measures of emotional states and psychological distress from students. The study hypothesizes that therapy dog interactions will lead to greater relaxation compared to standard relaxation methods, potentially informing future interventions and policies to optimize student health.

Read the entire article here: http://caninechronicle.com/?p=320452

11/23/2024

Guess who got mail....Living Her Glorie Days💙👑

11/21/2024

Worth a repost

The Peter Pan of the Sporting Group, the forever-young Flat-Coated Retriever is a hunting dog of relatively recent origin.

Why do you love the breed?

08/22/2024

Posting so I can get back to it.

Episode 118: "Encouraging Your Dog to be Brave"

What to listen for:

“I think by encouraging it [confidence] and allowing it to happen and letting the dog utilize what's fun and what's engaging and what's rewarding, that’s going to help to build some of that confidence. We really have to kind of let it happen. Don't be a helicopter handler.”

Today our hosts Robin Greubel, Stacy Barnett, and Crystal Wing walk us through essential strategies for fostering independence and courage in dogs (and trainers!). They share their insights on avoiding the pitfalls of being an overprotective "helicopter handler" and how to allow your canine companion the freedom to explore their world and build self-assurance.

The Dames of Detection explain stress inoculation and how providing dogs with coping mechanisms can build resilience. Discover the importance of consistent and clear training, and how the thoughtful introduction of stressors can prepare your dog for future training and work. From the strategic use of play to enhance problem-solving skills to real-life anecdotes like the unforgettable encounter with Prize and the pack of coyotes, they cover it all to ensure you're equipped with practical tips for building your dog's bravery.

Listen to this episode on any podcast player or our website to see the show notes and special links: https://www.k9detectioncollaborative.com/post/encouraging-your-dog-to-be-brave

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07/15/2024

Not a show weekend...🌼&💠
Gotta get in the water retrieves and compete for the Queen of the Prairie

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July🎉A frolicking good time was had🎉
💙💚💛
SuzieQ🌼 & GlorieB💠