We all want results. Dog training is no different. Yes, the 2-Minute Trainer method is fast and fun for both us and our dogs, but in the end we still want our dogs to do what we ask them to do. In order to have good, consistent results, we have to train consistently. The most reliable way to move forward is to write down our training session notes every day. That way we remember what we did, what went well and what to work on. Track your training!
Fran and Hope have published a series of Training Logs to help you keep track of everything. Whether you’re just starting your training or are a seasoned trainer, everyone benefits when you track your training.
All the logs are available on Amazon for $8.95. 100 pages. Every page has a space for 2 entries – one for every training session – write down the date, time, location, conditions, what you worked on. What went well and what didn’t, plus your thoughts for the next training session.
The 2-Minute Trainer Session Log features 3 blocks per page. Your sessions are short, so you may not work on more than one or two games or behaviors per session. You’ll be able to check the game and the steps for each at a glance – and what your dog told you about your training!
The competition logs (because you’ll be hooked on training and want to show off all your dog knows!) include grids to track your titles, qualifying runs and points earned toward your Championship. They also include spaces for your notes on every trial you enter – similar to the Training Log entries, but also includes your notes on the venue and judge. Because both you and your dog behave differently at a trial (nerves and distractions), your notes will be different.
Below are links to each (yes, those are pictures of our ribbons on the covers!). And a very special log is the My Dog Knows Stuff Training Log – especially for kids!
2-Minute Trainer Session Log
Having fun playing the 2-Minute games that are featured in the tips? The 2-Minute Trainer Session Log is for you!
Rally Training Log
If you’ve caught the Rally bug from following along with our series, this Training Log is for you!
Rally Competition Log
When you’re ready to compete, your Rally Competition Log will get you to the next level. Follow patterns of what works and what doesn’t. Make notes about trial venues and judges. Plus there’s a handy grid to track Q’s, points and titles.
Agility Training Log
If you train your dog for Agility, you know there are lots of obstacles to train, and lots of handling techniques too. So track everything in your Dog Agility Training Log so you remember what you did and what you plan!
Agility Competition Log
Your Dog Agility Competition Log helps you track everything – from the conditions at a particular trial to your MACH points.
Obedience Training Log
If you and your dog enjoy the dance-like precision of Obedience, then you need the Dog Obedience Training Log. Track every nuance of your training!
Obedience Competition Log
More statistics to track when you compete in Obedience! Your Obedience Competition Log has you covered. There are also pages similar to the Rally Competition Log so that you can write notes about your and your dog’s performance at every trial you enter.
Trick Dog Training Log
If you’re going for Trick Dog titles, there are a lot of behaviors to keep track of! Make sure you’ve got enough tricks under your dog’s (virtual) belt to qualify for that title when you track your training in your Trick Dog Training Log!
My dog knows stuff journal
Just for kids – My dog knows stuff journal . Help your child take the best care of the family dog – whatever their hopes and dreams for the training. Work = play and play= work!