But the ribbons weren't the best part - it was the fact that both boys ENJOYED their time in the ring and gave their very best. That's all I ever ask for! Moto is really coming along in leaps and bounds and on Sunday his score was a 195 - pretty good for him. Sunday was very trying for him as we were the last class of the day and there was lots of slamming and banging as people broke down their crates and the obedience club was ripping up mats. Moto stayed on task and even during the out of sight downs managed to hold it together. He did not lag on the figure 8 and the fast during heeling which is HUGE for him. We will make an Open debut next year, which thrills me to no end.
Pinch too is making big strides. His ability to work under pressure has increased but still needs work. On Saturday we had a male judge and he moved his feet on the Sit for Exam which cost us a point. The judge also followed him in on the recall, which caused him to accelerate too fast and his front was more of a *splat* - LOL! But that too cost us a point (I felt the judge was very generous, I would have taken 2 or 3 points for that). He is keeping his attention for the most part and he got a lot of compliments for his work. I think with continued exposure to new things and some more maturing he will be a really nice obedience dog.
Our hotel was lovely - clean and quiet, lots of lawn and good restaurants near by. Since I wasn't travelling with any friends the boys and I enjoyed lots of down time together cuddling on the king sized bed. During the night I realized I had become the middle of a doggie sandwich with one dog on each side of me, in the "otter" position. Too cute!
Next up: a Sylvia Bishop seminar and a herding trial, where will try to finish Moto's PT and Pinch will make his PT debut. Then, it's off for the holidaze. Where did the year go?
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