[jas'smom]

Well, went to Jasmines first obedience class last night. It was an orientation only session the real ones start next week. I really liked the practical approach of the trainer. She seems to have a lot of experience and knowledge. I did have one question, wanted to hear what you all think. The trainer suggested, did not require, we use a halti or gentle leader with our dogs. I have been using a prong collar with Jasmine, she is almost 17 months old now, on the advise of a trainer I consulted with earlier. Jas has had a few fear aggresstion issues with other dogs in the past. I have been working on confidence exercises and she has made great strides. She no longer jumps at other dogs, just walks by and ignores them. Question, should I attempt the gentle leader or halti or continue with the prong until she can go on a simple training chain or buckle collar? I would like to compete with her in obedience trials at some point.