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Jackson's avatar

That is WILD Mr. Dino! Great story

Dino's avatar

Thank you, Jackson!

xtrole's avatar

This is such a heartwarming true story that demonstrates that sometimes going in a certain direction just doesn’t happen to end up being the right fit for someone and that it’s totally cool that it’s not the right fit for someone. ⚖️

A good theme to remember in life! 💯

Thank you for sharing this inspiring story with us readers, and I’m glad that Quail and the handler are doing well! :)

Dino's avatar

Thank you so much. I think you nailed the lesson I was hoping people would take away. Quail wasn't a failure. He just wasn't the right dog for that job. I'm glad you enjoyed the story.

Curiously_Anya's avatar

This was such a lovely reminder that not every dog has to be exceptional at one specific job to have value. I’m so glad Quail found the life that suited him. Thank you for sharing, loved the perspective!

Dino's avatar

Exactly! Yes, Quail is really enjoying his life these days. He’s a super cool dog. Thank you for reading and commenting.

Curiously_Anya's avatar

Ha yeah I bet he’s loving life! No worries, love your work!! Thank you

mylawyering's avatar

Great message+ I always love the names you assign🐶😄T-Rex is still my fave, but Quail is so cute!!

Dino's avatar

Thank you !

I’m glad you like the names!

Simone Says's avatar

Interesting how Quail made it all the way up to the certification process. I wonder how that happened? Good story Dino

Dino's avatar

It is interesting. My guess is Quail was only trained in a very specific environment… the same building, fields, and training areas every day. Once he was taken somewhere unfamiliar, he just couldn't connect the dots. I've seen that happen a few times over the years. A dog can look great in one environment but struggle when you change the scenery.

Simone Says's avatar

Wow, so truly, most dogs can not be police dogs or working Military dogs, despite having the “right” breed for the job. Fascinating.

Dino's avatar

Correct. We do a lot of testing on the dogs to make sure they are good candidates.

Jasla💌's avatar

Loved this sweet story! Reading your articles day by day is making my fear of dogs less. I was bitten by a rabid dog I even saw my own skin torn around when I was 10 years old. Then, my tooth cracked when another dog chased me and I fell onto the road. So every time I see a dog after that, I can hear my heart beat.

​And your articles make me feel like I don't need to fear them anymore day by day🤍

Dino's avatar

Thank you for sharing that with me. After what you've been through, your fear makes complete sense. It honestly means a lot to know my stories are helping, even if it's just a little bit at a time. Wishing you nothing but good experiences with dogs from here on out. 🤍

Jasla💌's avatar

Thankuuu dino🤍

Re1nGer | Existentialism's avatar

I like that every story of yours begins with the year it happened; it gives them such a unique vibe that I can't help but notice it

Quail’s handler was great as well as the dog

I'm glad he adopted Quail, I think he's living his best days now :)

Great story, Dino

I really appreciate it

Dino's avatar

Great feedback, thank you!

Quail’s handler is alright I guess, lol. I joke lol

Glad you liked the story!

J. Davis Mallory's avatar

I like the overall message that not everyone is good at a certain thing. You have to find what is best for you.

Dino's avatar

Absolutely!

Thank you for always stopping by to read!

Haftalık Eğitim Edebiyat Not.'s avatar

Of course, not everyone can be a K9 Vault instructor like Quil. Dino is both a K9 Vault expert and a writer on the Substack platform. Congratulations Dino... Quail was great.👍

Dino's avatar

Çok teşekkür ederim. Güzel sözlerin beni gerçekten mutlu etti. Nazik desteğin için minnettarım.

Susan Blandino's avatar

Loved this story. So glad Quail found his place.

Dino's avatar

I’m glad you loved it! Yes, me too. Quail is living his best life these days.

Strangeleaf's avatar

That's a sweet story I didn't expect ! Very cool

Dino's avatar

I appreciate that!