This morning I took Nico for a walk through downtown Saranac Lake before the Winter Carnival parade started. We visited a Paul Smith’s College Woodsman Team demonstration and walked up and down Main St. Nico saw tons of people, including little kids and people dressed up in costumes. We also walked within feet of other dogs. He only pulled once when a little dog charged at him. He was doing so well we decided to practice his ‘sit stay’ in several locations near lots of people and a few dogs. He nailed every one. I’m really grateful for Upstate Canine Academy and proud of Nico. He’s doing really well with his obedience.

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