Category Archives: Dog Sports

Happy New Year!

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Jamie

Happy New Year, everyone! With the coming of a new calendar year, it’s a great time to reflect on everything that happened in the previous one and look forward to everything the new one can bring. Two thousand twelve was … Continue reading →

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And the Beat Goes On

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Jamie

This weekend, I had the opportunity to attend another seminar presented by Michele Pouliot. I got so much out of the first one that I couldn’t wait to attend the second. Not to mention we had scheduled a private lesson … Continue reading →

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The True Root of the Problem

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Jamie

The last two weekends, Risa and I performed a couple freestyle demos. It’s really been a lot of fun showcasing our routines and trying to create more interest in the sport. I find it’s difficult to describe to people; you … Continue reading →

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Shining Star

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Jamie

I’m really late in posting this writeup! Almost a month ago, Risa and I competed in freestyle again. I made this decision in June. We really love dancing and we tend to trial more in rally than freestyle. When I … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget to Advocate

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Jamie

Risa and I have been to several doggy events lately ranging from freestyle demonstrations at pet fesitvals/fundraisers to lure coursing. These events have been full of other dogs which is always a tough spot for Risa given her history of … Continue reading →

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