Comments on: Greatest American Dog - Week 10 Final http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/ Why My Dog Should be the Greatest American Dog! Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:49:20 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 By: best way to train your dog,how to train your dog at home for free,how to make a shock collar for your dog,training your dog to protect you,training your dog to stay,training your dog to bite,advice on potty toilet training,tips for potty training your pup http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-426 best way to train your dog,how to train your dog at home for free,how to make a shock collar for your dog,training your dog to protect you,training your dog to stay,training your dog to bite,advice on potty toilet training,tips for potty training your pup Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:39:02 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-426 Here are some tips to keep your dog well behaved: 1.You've to start training your dog as early as possible 2,Be firm but gentle when you train your dog 3,By observing the behavior of your dog inside the house you'll realize how it will respond outside 4.You should not lose your temper 5.Timing is always important especially when you're correcting your dog Here are some tips to keep your dog well behaved:
1.You’ve to start training your dog as early as possible
2,Be firm but gentle when you train your dog
3,By observing the behavior of your dog inside the house you’ll realize how it will respond outside
4.You should not lose your temper
5.Timing is always important especially when you’re correcting your dog

]]> By: Jonathan http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-419 Jonathan Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:24:09 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-419 I saw that a stand alone North American version of Dogs Trust will be developed next year according to dogstrust.com and Mrs Barrack Obama has been asked to be the Patron. Dogs trust in the UK has HRH the Queen as patron and has a history going back 100 years. Not sure how advanced they are but I do like the idea of The White House Palace connection as it would send out the message to children re animal welfare I saw that a stand alone North American version of Dogs Trust will be developed next year according to dogstrust.com and Mrs Barrack Obama has been asked to be the Patron.

Dogs trust in the UK has HRH the Queen as patron and has a history going back 100 years.
Not sure how advanced they are but I do like the idea of The White House Palace connection as it would send out the message to children re animal welfare

]]> By: Joe http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-417 Joe Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:13:16 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-417 My take is that there was a bit of "marketing" influence on the decision. When the expectation is to have the winners attend functions, do photo ops, and promote sponsors ... the young, eligible bachelor kinda guy brings more $$$ The final show was lame .. why didn't we get the usual banter of kicked out contestants like other reality shows? So what is the consensus, Season Two? My take is that there was a bit of “marketing” influence on the decision. When the expectation is to have the winners attend functions, do photo ops, and promote sponsors … the young, eligible bachelor kinda guy brings more $$$

The final show was lame .. why didn’t we get the usual banter of kicked out contestants like other reality shows?

So what is the consensus, Season Two?

]]> By: Linda http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-416 Linda Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:38:37 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-416 I was disgusted how the show ended. I felt they sent JD away too early or too late - either he scares Galaxy to death all the time, in which case get rid of him weeks ago, or he is a great trainer with a fabulous dog and should have won. What a ridiculous crock. $250,000 is still a lot of money and the judges played favorites in the end. The judges made fools of themselves, im my opinion and I totally lost respect for the show, unfortunately too late in having watched most episodes this summer. I have a puppy, heinz 57, and would have liked to heard some decent training tips at least. This was a muddy mix of reality shows. There was certainly no need to sequester the contestants! What a joke. Worst though, the judges. They look like idiots, at least to me. Have a clear, fair contest, and sorry, but Presley isn't doing to win that. Lovey dog and owner though. I would have thought the show should have been about dogs with great abilities - tricks, acrobatics and such - fun things that people teach their dogs. I would hope my dog can hold a candle some day to Galaxy. Again, judges SUCKED. I was disgusted how the show ended. I felt they sent JD away too early or too late - either he scares Galaxy to death all the time, in which case get rid of him weeks ago, or he is a great trainer with a fabulous dog and should have won. What a ridiculous crock. $250,000 is still a lot of money and the judges played favorites in the end.

The judges made fools of themselves, im my opinion and I totally lost respect for the show, unfortunately too late in having watched most episodes this summer. I have a puppy, heinz 57, and would have liked to heard some decent training tips at least. This was a muddy mix of reality shows. There was certainly no need to sequester the contestants! What a joke.

Worst though, the judges. They look like idiots, at least to me. Have a clear, fair contest, and sorry, but Presley isn’t doing to win that. Lovey dog and owner though.

I would have thought the show should have been about dogs with great abilities - tricks, acrobatics and such - fun things that people teach their dogs. I would hope my dog can hold a candle some day to Galaxy.

Again, judges SUCKED.

]]> By: Jamie Steinberg http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-415 Jamie Steinberg Thu, 25 Sep 2008 05:27:51 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-415 Every dog has its day, now it's you and your dog's turn! Were you a fan of Travis Brorsen and his dog Presley on the CBS network show "Greatest American Dog"? Ever wonder what it would be like to spend some time with this cute couple? Now your dreams can become a reality! One winner and their pet will win a double date with Travis Brorsen and his dog Presley. All parties will attend the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles Freedom Walk during the day. Then, at night, all will be reunited for a delicious and fabulous feast at The Colony Cafe. Transportation to and from events will be provided by EZ Limo. A gift package filled with goodies for both owner and pet will be provided as well! Head to http://www.starrymag.com/contests.asp to enter for your chance to win! Every dog has its day, now it’s you and your dog’s turn! Were you a fan of Travis Brorsen and his dog Presley on the CBS network show “Greatest American Dog”? Ever wonder what it would be like to spend some time with this cute couple? Now your dreams can become a reality!

One winner and their pet will win a double date with Travis Brorsen and his dog Presley. All parties will attend the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles Freedom Walk during the day. Then, at night, all will be reunited for a delicious and fabulous feast at The Colony Cafe. Transportation to and from events will be provided by EZ Limo. A gift package filled with goodies for both owner and pet will be provided as well!

Head to http://www.starrymag.com/contests.asp to enter for your chance to win!

]]> By: huh? http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-407 huh? Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:40:03 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-407 8 seconds into the vid you see what i was talking about for those that didn't tape the show. so here is travis yanking and holding presley off the ground on the final show. how natural looking. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFi6x0UU7-A never seen JD do that to galaxy or any of JD's abusive training methods. JD was defensive of his training methods that the judges NEVER saw ever, yet commented on!!!! snort... again JD and galaxy were the best. this coming from a shih-tzu owner. b 8 seconds into the vid you see what i was talking about for those that didn’t tape the show. so here is travis yanking and holding presley off the ground on the final show. how natural looking.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFi6×0UU7-A

never seen JD do that to galaxy or any of JD’s abusive training methods. JD was defensive of his training methods that the judges NEVER saw ever, yet commented on!!!! snort… again JD and galaxy were the best. this coming from a shih-tzu owner.

b

]]> By: H. Potter http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-406 H. Potter Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:44:21 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-406 "And the idea that Travis loves his dog less, or is any less committed to being a wonderful owner because he is an aspiring actor, who, by the way, was approached by one of the show’s producer’s while taking Presley for a walk, is RIDICULOUS!" Bingo!!! A ringer from the start. Just sayin'. Seriously, of course all of the owners were committed to and loved their dogs. If that is the sole criteria, then they were all winners. With respect to Bill & Star being ready for a promotional trip, they all ready do that, but on a much smaller scope. And given what advances have been made in travel these days (I do believe we are beyond traveling via wagon train), they would have no problem traveling. In my eyes, Bill & Star are the whole package. They are well-trained, they have a great dog/owner relationship and they are well-mannered. They also have tons of experience with large crowds of people. Visit their website and decide for yourself. The biggest problem with Star leaving, would be that she is an able Assistance Dog for Bill's wife who is diabetic. Star is able to detect low blood sugar events, thus saving Bill's wife from a life threatening situation. My son is an insulin-dependent diabetic, so I can speak from experience; our family is well-educated with regard to diabetes. Yet, do not misunderstand about why I would choose Bill & Star. I watched this show in its entirety, even though it rapidly became clear that the basis of the verdicts were not even-handed and the playing field was skewed, because I loved watching the dogs. I have owned various dogs throughout my life, have a degree in Animal Husbandry, and have worked with all sorts of animals, including dogs. My decision is based solely upon the evidence that this televised portion of the contest provided. Very respectfully, H. Potter “And the idea that Travis loves his dog less, or is any less committed to being a wonderful owner because he is an aspiring actor, who, by the way, was approached by one of the show’s producer’s while taking Presley for a walk, is RIDICULOUS!”

Bingo!!! A ringer from the start. Just sayin’.

Seriously, of course all of the owners were committed to and loved their dogs. If that is the sole criteria, then they were all winners.

With respect to Bill & Star being ready for a promotional trip, they all ready do that, but on a much smaller scope. And given what advances have been made in travel these days (I do believe we are beyond traveling via wagon train), they would have no problem traveling.

In my eyes, Bill & Star are the whole package. They are well-trained, they have a great dog/owner relationship and they are well-mannered. They also have tons of experience with large crowds of people. Visit their website and decide for yourself.

The biggest problem with Star leaving, would be that she is an able Assistance Dog for Bill’s wife who is diabetic. Star is able to detect low blood sugar events, thus saving Bill’s wife from a life threatening situation. My son is an insulin-dependent diabetic, so I can speak from experience; our family is well-educated with regard to diabetes.

Yet, do not misunderstand about why I would choose Bill & Star. I watched this show in its entirety, even though it rapidly became clear that the basis of the verdicts were not even-handed and the playing field was skewed, because I loved watching the dogs. I have owned various dogs throughout my life, have a degree in Animal Husbandry, and have worked with all sorts of animals, including dogs. My decision is based solely upon the evidence that this televised portion of the contest provided.

Very respectfully,

H. Potter

]]> By: Cathy C. http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-405 Cathy C. Sun, 14 Sep 2008 05:47:01 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-405 Though there were some critical flaws throughout the procession of the show, I admittedly watched every single episode religiously. I will say that there was some stroke of luck and timing at getting Presley to the final three... but I'm so glad they made it! Along with many popular opinions I felt that Bill & Star and JD & Galaxy would have made fabulous finalists (and the finale a bit trickier!). However, I do believe that in spite of whatever "changing" criteria the judges seemed to have when evaluating these dogs, they did ultimately choose the right pair. The compassion and love Travis showed for Presley, and the openness he displayed toward absorbing others' techniques proved that they were the best fit for the title. The show was called the Greatest American Dog, but without one of the best owners, the concept loses all meaning. So for all of the smartness and obedience of Galaxy, JD's arrogance soured. For all of Andrew's courage and fortitude, Laurie's overprotective nature negated. It's hard to say anything negative about Bill & Star's relationship; but you could tell that Bill is not meant for a promotional trip of any length away from home (and he also did get Star to jump.. Ep. 1. 4 min, which seemed to be his biggest achievement). Overall, with all of their faults, Travis and Presley are the best fit for the title with their significant progress throughout the duration of the show. And the idea that Presley was "yanked" off the ground by his neck at the season finale; I almost had the same impression until I considered the reaction of my own boxer to the swift confrontation of a jack russell and decided that Travis most likely didn't want his dog to be considered a spectacle after just receiving such an honor. And the idea that Travis loves his dog less, or is any less committed to being a wonderful owner because he is an aspiring actor, who, by the way, was approached by one of the show's producer's while taking Presley for a walk, is RIDICULOUS! Though there were some critical flaws throughout the procession of the show, I admittedly watched every single episode religiously. I will say that there was some stroke of luck and timing at getting Presley to the final three… but I’m so glad they made it! Along with many popular opinions I felt that Bill & Star and JD & Galaxy would have made fabulous finalists (and the finale a bit trickier!). However, I do believe that in spite of whatever “changing” criteria the judges seemed to have when evaluating these dogs, they did ultimately choose the right pair. The compassion and love Travis showed for Presley, and the openness he displayed toward absorbing others’ techniques proved that they were the best fit for the title. The show was called the Greatest American Dog, but without one of the best owners, the concept loses all meaning. So for all of the smartness and obedience of Galaxy, JD’s arrogance soured. For all of Andrew’s courage and fortitude, Laurie’s overprotective nature negated. It’s hard to say anything negative about Bill & Star’s relationship; but you could tell that Bill is not meant for a promotional trip of any length away from home (and he also did get Star to jump.. Ep. 1. 4 min, which seemed to be his biggest achievement). Overall, with all of their faults, Travis and Presley are the best fit for the title with their significant progress throughout the duration of the show. And the idea that Presley was “yanked” off the ground by his neck at the season finale; I almost had the same impression until I considered the reaction of my own boxer to the swift confrontation of a jack russell and decided that Travis most likely didn’t want his dog to be considered a spectacle after just receiving such an honor. And the idea that Travis loves his dog less, or is any less committed to being a wonderful owner because he is an aspiring actor, who, by the way, was approached by one of the show’s producer’s while taking Presley for a walk, is RIDICULOUS!

]]> By: irene http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-404 irene Sun, 14 Sep 2008 04:50:18 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-404 I loved that a boxer was recognized as the greatest american dog!! They are loving, loyal, smart...I could go on and on. I grew up with boxers my whole life and have a 6 year old now that I obtained from a rescue. I was not a fan of JD. Galaxy was a whole 'nother dog when she had to go with the others. When she's around JD she has no personality of her own. I think he does intimidate her quite a bit and I thought his attitude stunk, especially when he lifted up her legs and clapped them together when he was leaving. What a weirdo! I loved that a boxer was recognized as the greatest american dog!! They are loving, loyal, smart…I could go on and on. I grew up with boxers my whole life and have a 6 year old now that I obtained from a rescue. I was not a fan of JD. Galaxy was a whole ‘nother dog when she had to go with the others. When she’s around JD she has no personality of her own. I think he does intimidate her quite a bit and I thought his attitude stunk, especially when he lifted up her legs and clapped them together when he was leaving. What a weirdo!

]]> By: Travis&PresleyFan http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/greatest-american-dog-week-10-final/#comment-403 Travis&PresleyFan Sat, 13 Sep 2008 21:31:05 +0000 http://www.greatestamericandogshow.com/?p=31#comment-403 Agreed! Travis was HOT!!! And he loves his dog... sigh.... love him! Agreed! Travis was HOT!!! And he loves his dog… sigh…. love him!

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