Clicker trainer takes first place and special honors at International Freestyle Competition

Our hearty congratulations to Michele Pouliot and her Australian shepherd "Listo" (pronounced "Lee stow") for winning first place and both of the special Attila and Fly awards for High Technical and High Artistic merit at the 2007 International Freestyle Competition, held in Greeley, Colorado. The performing duo even received a perfect 10 from one of the judges. Michele's 8-year-old English springer spaniel "Cabo" wasn't far behind, taking fourth place. Want to learn how Michele does it? She'll be teaching sessions on freestyle and guide dog training at ClickerExpo [0] 2008.

Way to go, Michele!

About the author Miranda Hersey Helin is a writer and editor at Pen and Press [1], an editorial services and consulting company. Her writing credits include the Boston Globe, the Boston Globe Magazine, Bay Area Parent, Exceptional Parent, and Carve Magazine.