CKC Rally plus Open Fun Match
In Novice Open (which she started training for in September) she was considerably better than I expected. Her run would have easily qualified with an impressive score. Riot always takes me by surprise with her performance at anything to do with Obedience. It is definitely satisfying to see her talent rewarded with good results.
Georgetown Obedience Trail
- 196 High in Class
- 194 1/2 High in Class
We were the third dog in the ring in the morning. In the first trial I lost 2 1/2 points for handler errors (all on the recall). I was told I moved my hands on the recall. By afternoon the temperature had risen to 34° C, Riot was pretty tired and was lagging continuously. Couldn't blamed her, I was tired too and wanted to go home.
I need to get rid of my bad habits before I compete again.
Woodstock Obedience Trial
- 196 High in Class, High in Trial
William Neville was the judge in the trial. When Mr. Neville was handing out the awards he turn to me and said "Thank god you came to my trial. You have restored my faith in dog training". He then proceeded to give me a hug. The words and the gesture were totally unexpected and very much took me by surprise.
The outcome of the last four days have left me overwhelmed. I just wasn't prepared for this much success. It has been a surreal experience. As far as I know nobody at Companion Dog Training (where I have trained since Riot was a puppy) knows the results. On Tuesday, at my next class, I will tell them.
Blyth Obedience Trial
- 193 High in Class
- 197 1/2 High in Class, tied for High in Trial (winner of run off)
- 196 High in Class
- 196 High in Class