I Tumble 4 'Ya!

We have had a successful week in training.  On Saturday, I practiced with Jefferson for the longest time ever – nearly an hour!  Of course, we ran obstacles and then took a break…practiced jump box exercises…took a break…then, I took a nasty fall, tripping over my own two feet while attempting a crazy front cross at the weaves...so, we HAD to take a long break!  Apparently, Jefferson was not as concerned about my falling as he was in trying to steal smelly treats from my pockets all the while I was sprawled-out, face-down on the field.  Oh, such are the joys of agility training!

Since this weekend, I have not been feeling well and am a bit concerned about being “on” for the upcoming trial.   Jefferson is so attune to my every mood and senses when I am not “in” to running a course.  Hopefully, with a little luck and a prayer...see "Agility Blessing" below (plus Comtrex, Vitamin C and extra sleep!) we will be able to turn “on” team J-Dawg this weekend.    In honor of March Madness, Jefferson will be sporting his new UK leash and a sleek, aerodynamic “do”!   

Agility Blessing

May the tunnels not have too much suction

May the course be fun and fast

May your dogs not stop to say "hello"

to the photographers they pass!

May the table not be too slippery

May the chute house no scary beasts

May all of the yellow parts be touched

with one little toe, at least

May the wind be always at your back

May no bars fall on the ground

May the A-frame have no stop sign on top

May the judge's whistle never sound.

May your dog obey all correct commands

And ignore the ones that are wrong

May your heart be light, your feet be sure

and the bond with your dog grow strong.

At the finish line may great joy abound

regardless of your score

You have your dog, your dog has you

and who could ask for more?

Written by P.J. Hughes

"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." - Ferris Bueller