Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion. Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Rachel has known she’s wanted to train dogs ever since she was a young child. Her passion is to help owners unlock the true potential in their dogs and create a happy, confident, and reliable dog.
Rachel currently owns a border collie and a border whippet who started competing this summer qualifying for two world championships in frisbee. 

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The Ruffwear Jet Stream efficiently cools dogs during light and fast, high-intensity adventures through shading and evaporative cooling. In warm climates, dogs typically stay cool by seeking shade in the heat of the day. The light and sleek Jet Stream uses shade-providing spandex over the back, while Ruffwear’s three-layer evaporative cooling chest panel disperses heat from the dog’s core. To activate the Jet Stream, soak in water, wring out, zip on your dog, and go.

The Ruffwear Jet Stream efficiently cools dogs during light and fast, high-intensity adventures through shading and evaporative cooling.

Ruffwear Jet Stream Dog Cooling Vest 

Nulo Hydrate Rotisserie Chicken Flavor Dog Food Topper enhances any dog's meal. Nulo offers a wide range of dry, wet, freeze-dried raw, treat, and topper recipes to fuel your dog's adventures.

Nulo Hydrate Rotisserie Chicken Flavor Dog Food Topper enhances any dog's meal.

Nulo Hydrate Dog Water Enhancer

Super Atoms have a comfortable grip and are especially good for cold weather play. Easy to throw for all skill levels, these Micro-Dog friendly fliers are guaranteed to satisfy.

Super Atoms have a comfortable grip and are especially good for cold weather play.

Hero Disc SuperAtom 185 

In this quick class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you everything you need to know about training your dog to catch a Frisbee. It's not just a game, catching a frisbee with your dog is a great way to strengthen your bond and Rachel will teach you the proper steps to take to accomplish that goal. All you need for this class is your furry best friend and a disc. For more tips and tricks (literally), check out Rachel's How-To videos for this class. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--primary-color);">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

In this quick class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you everything you need to know about training your dog to catch a Frisbee.  

Frisbee Dog Training Class for Beginners

Chuckit!'s Paraflight Flyer features an aerodynamic design that descends gradually for engaging, long-distance games of fetch. The fabric frisbee is lightweight and buoyant, ideal for fetch at the pool or the beach for water-loving dogs. With a strong, multilayer nylon construction, the dog frisbee is built withstand rugged, extended play outdoors. For comfortable catching and carrying, the flyer has raised sides and a soft rubber edge. Designed with bright orange and blue colors, both pets and pet parents can easily spot the flyer in tall grass or on water. Available in small and large sizes, a wide range of dogs can enjoy fetch with the versatile Chuckit! Paraflight Flyer.

Chuckit! Paraflight Flyer Dog Toy

Man's best friend deserves a dog kennel that's a cut above the rest.&nbsp;That's why the&nbsp;Ruff Land Kennel&nbsp;is one of the&nbsp;most popular dog kennels on the market. Made from high-quality plastic, the crate is then molded into a single piece, for added&nbsp;durability. This is a truly stackable dog crate that&nbsp;offers superior strength, durability, and has been field-tested to hold the weight of a 350-pound man.

Man's best friend deserves a dog kennel that's a cut above the rest.

Ruff Land Kennel Single Front Door Dog Crate

Handcrafted in the USA, this British-style lead is a leash and collar in one convenient design—something that’s been used by professional trainers for years, and is now adapted for walking and training. It’s made from a durable, multi-filament braided rope with a “broken-in” feel that is soft on your hands and pliable enough to roll up and put in your pocket. The oil-tanned leather splices and coordinating hardware give the beautiful finishing touch, proving that the best design is found in the simple details.

The Mendota Rope Dog Leash offers a durable and convenient design for dog walking and training! Professional trainers have used this British-style lead for years and it is now adapted for walking and training.

Mendota Pet Slip Leash 

The Puppy KONG dog toy is customized for a growing puppy's baby teeth, with a unique, all-natural rubber formula that is the gentlest within the KONG rubber toy line. Designed to meet the needs of a puppy's 28-baby teeth, it helps teach appropriate chewing behavior while offering enrichment and satisfying a younger pup's instinctual needs. The erratic bounce makes it ideal for those pups that just want to play. Want to make crate training easier or extend playtime? This toy can be stuffed with KONG’s Stuff’N Puppy Easy Treat, Snacks or Ziggies (sold separately), or any of her favorite rewards like peanut butter, yogurt, or kibble!

Designed to meet the needs of a puppy's 28-baby teeth, the Puppy KONG dog toy helps teach appropriate chewing behavior while offering enrichment and satisfying a younger pup's instinctual needs. It's customized for a growing puppy's baby teeth, with a unique, all-natural rubber formula that is the gentlest within the KONG rubber toy line.

KONG Puppy Dog Toy

With Instinct Freeze Dried Raw Boost Mixers Grain-Free Gut Health Recipe Dog Food Topper, you can top your dog’s kibble with raw! This delicious food topper provides fiber and lives, natural probiotics to help maintain digestive health in every tasty bite. Combining cage-free chicken with vibrant, functional, whole-food ingredients like pumpkin and sweet potatoes, it’s 100% freeze-dried so it’s bursting with flavor and nutrition. Plus, it’s made in the USA with zero grains, corn, wheat, soy, potato, or anything artificial.

With Instinct Freeze Dried Raw Boost Mixers Grain-Free Gut Health Recipe Dog Food Topper, you can top your dog’s kibble with…

Instinct® RawBoost Mixers Gut Health Dog Food Topper 

Keeping up with your paw-tner’s grooming routine can help her look better, smell fur-esher, and promote an all-around healthier coat. The FURminator Short Hair Dog Deshedding Tool is designed with a stainless-steel edge that reaches effortlessly through your pet’s topcoat, removing loose hair and undercoat. And when used as directed, you never have to worry about it cutting her skin or damaging her topcoat. The ergonomic handle offers you comfort during the grooming process and the curved edge conforms to your pet’s body to ensure she’s comfortable, too. And with regular use, you can even help to significantly reduce shedding!

Keeping up with your paw-tner’s grooming routine can help her look better, smell fur-esher, and promote an all-around healthi…

Furminator Short Hair Dog Deshedding Tool

Getting a dog isn't just about potty training and playtime. If you've added a four-legged friend to your pack recently, there are a few things you'll want to know to make their transition into their new home a breeze. In this class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you the right steps you need to take when introducing a pet into your home. You'll learn tips that will help you with crate training and setting up a daily routine that works for both you and your dog. For this class, you'll need a leash, a crate, a chew bone, and food. To teach your dog some new tricks, check out Rachel's How-To videos. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

In this class, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample teaches you the right steps you need to take when introducing a pet into your home. 

Dog Training Basics for Beginners

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Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her tips for teaching your dog to jump over your leg to catch a frisbee.&nbsp;Rachel recommends starting out by having your dog in a sitting position and leading them to do takes out of the air over your leg. If your dog keeps going around your leg rather than over it, you might want to try practicing with your foot against a wall so that they have no choice but to jump over your leg. Learn more and follow along by watching Dog Trainer Rachel Sample's How-To. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--primary-color);">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her tips for teaching your dog to jump over your leg to catch a frisbee. 

How-To Teach Your Dog to Jump Over Your Leg to Catch a Frisbee

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to teach your dog to do a flip catch with a frisbee.&nbsp;A flip catch is when your dog jumps and does a backflip while trying to catch the frisbee. All it takes is some patience and a disc. Rachel recommends starting by placing the disc at ten or two above the dog's head and using a command to let them know when to jump up to catch the disc. Learn more and follow along by watching Dog Trainer Rachel Sample's How-To. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--primary-color);">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shows you how to teach your dog to do a flip catch with a frisbee. 

How-To Teach a Dog a Flip Catch

One of the most important parts of dog training is positive reinforcement through markers. Learn how it works in this How-To by Dog Trainer Rachel Sample.&nbsp;A marker is a word or a noise that lets a dog know that they did the right thing and it's always followed by a reward. For this example, Rachel is using a clicker as her marker. After every click, her dog knows that a reward in the form of a treat will follow. Using markers is essential when training your dog even for the most basic commands. Learn more by watching Dog Trainer Rachel Sample's How-To. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;Rachel has been professionally training dogs in Chicago for five years and has a wide range of experience from teaching basic obedience, behavioral modification, dog sports, puppy manners, and more! Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/rachelsample" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: var(--primary-color);">Rachel Sample's profile</a> to learn more about the dog trainer.

One of the most important parts of dog training is positive reinforcement through markers. Learn how it works in this How-To by Dog Trainer Rachel Sample. 

How-To Teach a Dog a Marker

In this How-To, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her method for teaching a dog how to drop a frisbee.&nbsp;This trick involves a lot of one-on-one time with your dog and requires the use of at least two discs to practice. Once you have the basics down, Rachel will show you how to keep your dog from tugging too much on the disc or self-rewarding. Follow along and learn more by watching Dog Trainer Rachel Sample's How-To. Rachel Sample is a Dog Trainer who spent the majority of her childhood training and showing dogs starting at the age of 6. She competed with her Border Collie, Colt, starting in 4H and onto other venues like AKC, UKI, Skyhoundz, and CPE. Rachel has competed all over the United States taking home placements in AKC agility junior nationals, CPE nationals, and is a 3 time IL obedience champion.&nbsp;

In this How-To, Dog Trainer Rachel Sample shares her method for teaching a dog how to drop a frisbee. 

How-To Teach Your Dog to Drop a Frisbee

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It’s not kibble. It’s UnKibble: the only Fresh Dry food for dogs. 



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ChuckIt! Disc Recommended by Dog Trainer Rachel Sample

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