stockdogranch Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 So if someone posts under "training discussion," then it's fair game for all to chime in, but if it's posted in the "ask the expert" section, then that's for Jeanne alone to answer? Just don't want to step on toes, Thanks, Anna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Bo Boop Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 So if someone posts under "training discussion," then it's fair game for all to chime in, but if it's posted in the "ask the expert" section, then that's for Jeanne alone to answer? Just don't want to step on toes,Thanks, Anna If they are carrying on in the tradition of LH, then yes, only the expert is supposed to reply . And I'm assuming they will have different 'experts' on a weekly/monthly/whateverly basis? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK dog doc Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 If I've understood it correctly, "Ask The Expert" is A) for stockwork training questions only (NOT obedience, agility, flyball, etc, as those are covered elsewhere on the boards) B ) for anyone to ASK on, but only the designated Expert to ANSWER on C) a separate forum under the "working stockdogs" section of the Boards D) will employ experts on a "rotating" basis (as in, one expert is "on call" for a few months and then another will be tapped). This would, of course, rule out Mr. Milan as he is not a stockdog trainer (regardless of whether one otherwise subscribes to his methods.) As long as no one suggests we get Mr. Katz as an expert I think all is well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 As long as no one suggests we get Mr. Katz as an expert I think all is well. J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 Why not retitle it "Ask a Stockdog Expert"? I know it was historically called "Ask The Expert" on littlehats, but this board has the explicit goal of drawing non stockdog people into the fold, so to speak, and since there are a heck of a lot of us here, and more all the time, it does seem like there will be a lot of confusion about what one can "ask the exxpert" about. This might save Eileen having to move a few of the inappropriate threads that will inevitably show up there. Similarly, maybe "Trial Tips" should be renamed "Sheepdog Trial Tips". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 Wouldn't having it under the section "Working Stockdogs" tip off at least the people who read section titles, that they are reading a section focused on stockdog training? As to those who don't read section titles, well, they probably wouldn't read the titles that said "sheepdog/stockdog trial tips" or "Ask the Stockdog expert" either So far so good - I haven't seen any posts asking Jeanne how to get Fluffles to stop peeing on the carpet or get that perfect folding down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Fosher Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Maybe we could have the "Ask a Nitwit" section. I'll take the first tour, then we can see if Jon Katz would do it, then maybe Caesar would grace us with his presence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJS1993 Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Maybe we could have the "Ask a Nitwit" section. I'll take the first tour, then we can see if Jon Katz would do it, then maybe Caesar would grace us with his presence. All the way to the bank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Maybe we could have the "Ask a Nitwit" section. I'll take the first tour, then we can see if Jon Katz would do it, then maybe Caesar would grace us with his presence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Watch Debatable Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Best. Suggestion. Evar. There could even be standard replies: "Sick sheep seldom survive." "Shoot, shovel and shut up." I'm kind of horrified to think I may have just covered everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Thinking. Thinking. Thinking. I've got nothing. I'm afraid you're right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ClickMeBC Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 EXCELLENT! So far I'm unsure how to proceed with my 4 month old pup and the flock of 8 sheep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Watch Debatable Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 I'm unsure how to proceed with my 4 month old pup and the flock of 8 sheep. Dear Unsure, Shoot, shovel and shut up. Also: sick sheep seldom survive. Thanks for your questions. The Nitwit _____________________ Hey... it works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK dog doc Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 I'm kind of horrified to think I may have just covered everything. What???? How can you have forgotten that eight year old dogs are so old that nothing can help them so they should be euthanized, and that all rescues have problems and shouldn't be rescued? Oh, and that the best way to train your BC is to let it chase cars, and also to leave it unattended with the sheep for several hours each day? Or that it is better to consult a pet psychic than a board certified veterinary behaviorist? I'm sure you can think of more things for the Ask The Nitwit section if only you try.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK dog doc Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 I'm kind of horrified to think I may have just covered everything. What???? How can you have forgotten that eight year old dogs are so old that nothing can help them so they should be euthanized, and that all rescues have problems and shouldn't be rescued? Oh, and that the best way to train your BC is to let it chase cars, and also to leave it unattended with the sheep for several hours each day? Or that it is better to consult a pet psychic than a board certified veterinary behaviorist? I'm sure you can think of more things for the Ask The Nitwit section if only you try.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Watch Debatable Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 Don't worry! Those questions will be addressed in "Ask a Nitwit version 2.0 -- the Katz Edition." I'm just a generic, open source Nitwit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 Windoze Nitwit 2.0? Actually, eight year olds and rescues are no good, and letting your Border Collie train itself on passing busses and by staring at sheep does go under Shoot, Shovel, and Shut Up, apparently. In a metaphorical sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 Windoze Nitwit 2.0? Actually, eight year olds and rescues are no good, and letting your Border Collie train itself on passing busses and by staring at sheep does go under Shoot, Shovel, and Shut Up, apparently. In a metaphorical sense. You all have me soo discouraged right now. How in the world am I going to tell my 8 y/o dog that she is is to old to be of any use? She is just not going to understand... And I've been keeping my 2 y/o kenneled when he's not supervised. I do hope I haven't ruined him... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 Dear Discouraged: S.S.S.U. What, no sheep question? Substitute Open Source Ask The Nitwit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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