It's a Dog Not a Toaster: Finding Your Fun in Competitive Obedience - Softcover

Diana Kerew-Shaw entered her first dog show in 1958, and has been a devoted follower of all things dog, ever since. She has shown and titled her dogs in Obedience and Rally, while raising a family and managing a busy career.

This book is a must read for everyone involved in dog obedience competition. Diana s humorous writing style offers newcomers all the information they need, and those of us already competing are gently reminded why we love this sport. --Connie Cleveland, Author: Dogs are Problem Solvers: Handlers Should Be

This book is a Must Read for all Novice A handlers and for anyone already training and showing dogs. Reading the book reminded me of all the mistakes I made as a Novice A trainer and handler, inspired me to work even harder at assisting Novice A handlers and once again reminded me of why we love the sport of obedience. --Petra Ford is a top obedience competitor.

Diana provides an impressive insight into the world of competitive canine events. Her work reveals the impact dogs have on our lives and the influence trainers have on each other. Benevolent at times, forthright at others, this book exposes the vulnerabilities exhibitors face as they prepare to enter the ring and proceed through the advanced classes. --Robert T. Self, Editor Front & Finish

This book is a Must Read for all Novice A handlers and for anyone already training and showing dogs. Reading the book reminded me of all the mistakes I made as a Novice A trainer and handler, inspired me to work even harder at assisting Novice A handlers and once again reminded me of why we love the sport of obedience. --Petra Ford is a top obedience competitor.

Diana provides an impressive insight into the world of competitive canine events. Her work reveals the impact dogs have on our lives and the influence trainers have on each other. Benevolent at times, forthright at others, this book exposes the vulnerabilities exhibitors face as they prepare to enter the ring and proceed through the advanced classes. --Robert T. Self, Editor Front & Finish