When to call for help

We might think we are good trainers,and many of us are. But there are times when we all need some help. I had one of those times last week. while I had made tremendous progress with one of my dogs, she needed just that bit more. The benefit of professional experience.
Professional trainers and handlers see many more dogs than we will ever see. Their experiences are so much more varied and comprehensive than ours. They know ALL the tricks and best techniques to solve or resolve a problem or behavior. Yes, they cost money and a little bit of pride,but in the end, the improvements the good ones can make in our dogs are well worth the investment.
Most trainers and handlers are willing to share their knowledge with enthusiastic owners. There's the key: Be open, enthusiastic about helping your dog and demonstrate a real desire to learn. You'll be rewarded many times with much more information than you hoped for,and possibly, you will begin building a relationship built upon mutual respect that will pay huge dividends in the future.
We're all in our various disciplines and dog sports for the benefit of our dogs. Use all the sources of knowledge at your disposal. Your dog will appreciate it!