My final semester of graduate school officially begins on Monday. I would like to think I am ready.
I am upgrading my internet speed tomorrow, as all of my classes are online. I haven't had any trouble with my current connection in that regard, but I do think it best to be safe rather than sorry.
Yesterday I took Miss Parker to be evaluated for a group training class. This dog is VERY smart. She is thankfully getting so comfortable at this point that some sort of job is in order for her. She has let me know how strong her herding instinct is by herding Wilson - something which mild-mannered Wilson could do without. Thankfully, Parker responds to the slightest disappointment in my tone, so correcting her before she really freaks Wilson out is fairly simple.
We are going to a small clicker training class with other dogs. I have not tried clicker training before, but I love the concept - especially for Parker. The socialization will be the best thing, I think, as Parker seems even more tuned in to me even after her ride in the car and evaluation around other dogs. If things go as well as I expect them to, Wilson will go next. He's so aloof, yet well-behaved, that he and I would benefit from the routine if nothing else.
Wish me luck. I have applied for several jobs. The purpose of taking no face-to-face classes this semester is to allow for interviewing. I am hopeful to be employed before graduation.
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