Saturday, April 12, 2008

And the Lure Winners Are!

Check it out:

Today's winners in each category were:

Peewee Class (under 10 pounds) -
1st Place: Puka (Chihuahua - 42.16 seconds); Winnie (Chihuahua mix - 53.12 seconds)

Mini Class (11-20 pounds) -
1st Place: Asta (JRT - 29.84 seconds); 2nd Place: Max (35.12 seconds)

Classic Class (21-35 pounds) -
1st Place: Cisco (Whippet - 24.49 seconds); 2nd Place: Trixie (American Indian Dog - 24.94 seconds)

Standard Class (36 - 50 pounds) -
1st Place: Ella (Greyhound - 26.50 seconds); Diesel (American Pit Bull Terrier - 30.58 seconds)

King/Queen Class (51 - 70 pounds) -
1st Place: Mutzi (German Shepherd - 30.53 seconds); No qualifying 2nd place dog

Congratulations to all the winners!! Thanks, again, everyone for a really fun day. Thanks, also to my terrific crew and volunteers - we couldn't have done it without you!

Getting Our Lure On!!!

Today we went to La Mesa to get our lure on with Luratics. It was a beautiful day out too...perfect for luring.
This hound is ready to lure.
And yes, this lil guy lures too.
Our Auntie Debbie came to watch us lure and take some pictures with her mega zoom lens. Note: check out the Shepard in the back ground...he was so excited about luring and watching the other dogs, he had to wear blinders to stay calm.
Auntie Debbie and Uncle Glenn taking some pics.
Dad giving Trixie and OoRah pointers and discussing the lure course.
"Go Trixie Go!"
Trixie stretching it out.
OoRah has the lure in his sight.
"Yeah OoRah!"
The day was perfect. OoRah and Trixie each ran 3 heaps. The course was 400 yards. OoRah's time: 28.2; 26.6; 29. Trixie's time: 24.94; 26.5; 25.4.
"This is too fun" Trixie says. "Luring Rocks!"


Saturday, April 5, 2008

Snake Avoidance Class

Last Sunday, the "Nob Hill Rattler" terrorized us, our cousins Koda and Weeko, and others who walk the Ridgeline Trail. So Gretchen decided we needed the assistance of the Snake Man to teach our dogs snake avoidance. Below is one of the snakes (which is muzzled) used in the class.
Koda was a brave girl and was the first to receive a lesson in snake avoidance.
OoRah walking just a little too close to the snake.
OK, that's a little better distance. "I'm watching you" OoRah says to the snake.
"Run Weeko Run!"
After each dog had their snake avoidance lesson, Gretchen was the safe retreat.
A very rare sight...American Indian Dogs clam and laying still. Class must have took a toll on em'.
Well, we hope our dogs are smarter now when it comes to avoiding snakes. Be careful out there while on the trail. Though it's early, snake season is here.

Saturday, March 22, 2008

All Smiles

It was all smiles today at 3 Dog Bakery's Easter Celebration. Momma is flashing her pearly whites.
Check out Shadow's pearly whites and his poppa Scott.
Looks like this cutie got an early Easter treat...umm umm good.
"Where's my treat" this little fellow is wondering. Hopefully the Easter Bunny will bring him a big basket of Scooby Snacks.
Wishing everyone a Happy Easter.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

We Like It

We like it when the weather person is wrong. They forecast rain, but we got plenty of sunshine and temps were 65 degrees...so of course we had to hit the beach...something we never get tired of doing.
We met Zoe, who had no problem keeping up with us and even enjoyed a lil American Indian wrestling. Wow and check out OoRah and Trixie...they so light on their feet, they're not even touching the ground...floating???
But not little 5 month old Sid, who just watched on as we got our wrestle on.
"Those American Indian's are crazy", Sid is thinking.
But Sid definitely had no problem in sharing the hole Trixie was digging.
Then it was time to chase the Gaviotas. Trixie can't quite figure out how to get over the rocks though.
Gaviotas are safe for now.
Before we went home, we stopped off at 3 Dog Bakery and got our Saint Patrick's Day treat. A beautiful 3 leaf clover. But we couldn't eat it until after we had a bath.
Wishing everybody a Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Hump Day Fun

This evening we went for a walk on the beach trail with OoRah's human girlfriend Pan. Pan is the best cook in the world and OoRah just loves how she smells.
We climbed three different sets of stairs...momma says we gotta keep our ass tight.
After our walk (and a good meal from Pan), we stopped by 3 Dog Bakery for their St. Patty's Yappy Hour, and we couldn't resist giving love to Auntie Clare.
I think Trixie drank some of the green beer as she looks very intoxicated.
Sexy Huskies. And yes that's Trixie on the ground being a "Houchie".
Awww, now that's given up the love.
Happy Hump Day!

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Fun Sunday

On our mountain bike ride this morning, we ran into our cousins Koda and Weeko and partake in some serious running.
OoRah, Trixie & Weeko are flying down that hill. Koda decided to hang back.
Trixie running so fast, all 4 paws are off the ground.
These are some happy dogs at 7am.
Uh oh...mudd run.
After a bath and a long nap, we discovered a nice stick hiding in the Mustard Grass.
Despite the weather being gloomy Friday and Saturday, Sunday's sunny forecast made up for it. Wishing everybody a happy first week of March.