Stories of Spur: Dogging it in competition
Stories of Spur: Dogging it in competition
Spur competes in AKC obedience trials. He is a miniature schnauzer. This will chronicle his life on the "campaign trial" as he and his handler compete against dogs of all breeds for high titles.
Real Name: Michele McCormick Member Since: March 19, 2008 Last Signed In: October 05, 2008 Blog Views: 873 Send To A Friend Sign Guestbook Add as a Friend
Spur Goes UD!
Spur Earns His First Utility Leg! Points or Pass? The Campaign Continues Matching It on 4th of July Keeping Perspective on Utility It's Time to Try Again A Strategy Evolves The Trials of Spur A Tough Weekend March 08 April 08 May 08 June 08 July 08 August 08 September 08 October 08 November 08 
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Spur Gets Ready for April Shows
After ten years of showing my miniature schnauzers in AKC obedience trials, it's fun to have a chance to chronicle the journey towards titles, the fun we have together, the interesting people and amazing dogs we meet along the way. I learn something new from Spur every day - and I hope he learns a few things from me!
But mostly, I am finding that this competition is a small reflection of life. You get out of it what you put into it. Spur and I have a very nice mutual admiration society in progress, and some similar objectives - we both like prizes! But the road ahead is a very challenging one, and it is a journey I continue eagerly. In a nutshell, Spur (whom the AKC knows as Southcross Texas Ryder) is a miniature schnauzer who turns four this month. He is the youngest of my three minis. The other two, Petra and Axel, are retired after years of showing. I learned a lot by working with them, and they had some very nice accomplishments. But we were all cutting our teeth. Now we've all learned a few things together, and I have high hopes for Spur. In the world of dog competition, it can be unseemly to talk about such things. But I would like to see us win as many titles as we can.. Initially it's all about making the grade in obedience classes - one has to pass the classes which isn't easy. Eventually it's about outperforming other dogs of all breeds, and in California the competition is _very_ tough. Spur holds the first two titles. Companion Dog, the novice level, and Companion Dog Excellent, the open level. In April, we will "come out" in utility at the Terrier Club and Sacramento Kennel Club shows here locally. That is the next step in a quest that will be long and challenging. This blog will be my chronicle of our journey. I look forward to posting! 3 comments from 3 users
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posted by
William
on Mar 19, 2008 at 07:25 PM
Why bother with the competition? Ask any starlette.... why bother with talent? When you are as good lookin' as Spur, just get by on those good looks!
posted by
catsmeow
on Mar 20, 2008 at 10:01 AM
What a beautiful dog and a great idea for a blog!! I will be reading!
posted by
bowzip
on Mar 24, 2008 at 05:10 PM
I will be at the Cal Expo show I would love to watch you and Spur. Hope I see you there on one of the days. My sister will be showing (not obedience) so I wish you both the best. Pam
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