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Here is Houston’s first agility run.

I learned a lot from watching this video. He notices and shows concern about the boy leash runner. I could have waited a bit longer to get his attention back on me and waited for him to offer me a sit, before I took off his leash.

He did not respond to my first release cue, probably because he was showing me the value in concern for “the boy”.

My word for tunnel for him is tunnel, but I used my old word of “through” which sounds too much like his name (my bad). I would also like to work on getting a faster dog walk, so that means I need to do some more plank work. He used to be fast, but slowed down after learning teeter, so both need work in terms of making them more fun! I also need to do some double box work with him so he is stronger with my change of arms change of direction cues.

On a good note, his weaves were confident, he did a lovely tight turn on command after the A-frame (not shown in video) and he showed no concern of the chute which is great considering he has not been in a chute much. He also easily cleared his first spread jump at 16 inches. Oh and his table down was super fast!

He got his first Qualifying score on his very first run! What a good boy!!

It is with heavy heart that i write about the passing of my treasured Pikaboo.

His sickness came on quickly, seems like it may have been a pancreatic insuloma.

when i feel strong enough i will write a little tribute to his life. He was a rescue dog who had lived on the streets prior to coming to our family. He was a joyful spark in our lives and we deeply mourn his passing.

I painted a picture of Pika before i knew him and before i even planned to help rescue a dog. He will always be in my soul.

RIP little one june 6, 2010

Here Bella is Modeling a charity bandana, in support of Havanese Rescue

The bandana is a tribute to Hyacinth, a Havanese who made the ultimate sacrifice for the betterment of the breed. Hyacinth came to an untimely end while staying under the responsibility of a professional handler. Unfortunately, the professional handler has only spoken once to Hyacinth’s mom regarding the incident, so the last moments of Hyacinth’s life remain a mystery.

To make the bandana, I was able to track down a lovely fabric with colorful Hyacinth flowers. The flower side is kept close to the heart, as Hyacinth the Havanese will always remain near and dear to our hearts.

I think it is fitting the bandana also hides the hyacinth flowers from view, again symbolic of the lack of communication and closure with regard to Hyacinth’s tragic end.

I do wish people could understand the sacrifice show dogs make for the breed, traveling away from their family, sleeping and sitting in unfamiliar cages, and the long grooming sessions.

I do wish people would realize that all dogs are special, and not just a means to an end — be it fame, fortune or bragging points.

Let’s show our appreciation for their sacrifices, please join in the bidding.

Bidding starts March 7th. Join in the support!

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Jake loves to swim at the fish hatchery stream…all year round.

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Pika boo makes a leap of faith in this agility run…to see the jump and catch watch here! please be patient as he is smells stew in the stands and doesn’t want to do a down on the table (not shown).

nov 1 2008

See Jake try to get the ball from the fabric bag.
This was initially a game Pika Boo played…I need to make another bag for Pika so he can play again. Jake rarely gets the squeaky ball from the bag…but that doesn’t stop him from trying.