chicdoghandling.com - About Jaime

About Jaime
I have been handling dogs in conformation for over 10 years. It all started when I took a friends Australian Shepherd into a conformation class, and I haven't looked back since. I did a lot of Junior Handling with a variety of breeds, usually large, difficult dogs. I also enjoyed taking in the smaller breeds and looked forward to the learning experience no matter the size. I cannot thank all the breeders, and juniors judges that took the time to teach and talk to me about the dogs.

I have been involved with many dog sports from agility to obedience to tracking and flyball. In conformation, I have shown a large number of the breeds from all 7 groups. I have pointed and finished many breeds, as well as placing in the group ring. I have worked for 2.5years for professional handler, Beth Hilborn, PHA, and she has taught me some invaluable skills as a handler. I truly appreciate everything that Beth taught me and am enjoying passing on that knowledge to the people around me.

I have also had my own grooming shop for 4 years and have worked as a groomer for a total of 8 years. I am currently working part time as a Vet Tech in Prince Albert. The experiences I am getting are amazing and I am so glad to be learning more and more about our wonderful canines. I have taught obedience, agility and conformation classes for many years for a few clubs in the Victoria, BC area. I bred Fawn and Brindle Great Danes and Smooth Fox Terriers.

The picture to the right was caught by CanineCaptures.com

Our mode of transport
The Chic Team travels to the shows in a 2005 2500 Chevrolet Express Van, affectionately nicknamed Moby the great white whale. All the dogs are in kennels as we feel this is the safest way for any dog to travel.

The picture to the left is a part of our front yard.

Jaime’s set up at home
     At home in Debden ( 1hr NW of Prince Albert) we have 160 acres. We have a large fenced off paddock ( 120ft x 100ft) as well as a smaller one in the back (20ft x 40ft) that has gravel to keep the dogs clean and to tighten up their feet.

You can see my dogs at www.instylekennels.com

     We go on at least 2 walks per day around our property and they can be individual walks or walks with the pack depending on your dog. Each dog gets exercised depending on their needs and energy levels. Every day each dog gets worked with on an individual basis, and we work on whatever they need. For example, leash work, distraction training, hand stacks, free stacks, table stacks and socialization. The dogs are in the house spending time with us. Each dog is groomed and/or bathed on a regular basis. At night each dog goes to bed in their kennel for their own private and relaxation time. We stick to as close as your feeding schedule as possible, feeding once or twice a day depending on your wants.

Please excuse my trackpants and winter jacket and boots, I wasn't expecting anyone to be taking my picture!

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