MACH Party at Harriman

Thanks to all who helped celebrate our first MACH at a party held at the TVKC agility trial in Harriman. What a blast to share some fun and treats with my agility friends. I am so thankful for the help and encouragement I have recieved. I couldn't have done it without you! Thanks also to husband, Joe, for attending the party and for cheering me on.

We Finally Made It! First MACH!

I cannot begin to describe the excitement and pride I have in team Nina and Beth. I know we have a lot to learn and a lot to improve, but for now, I am so happy with what we have done so far. From Perry, GA in early July 2010 to Meretta, GA in early November 2011, w managed to go from Novice A to MACH in 16 months. We experienced a lot of ups ad downs and will, no doubt repeat that roller coaster as we procede up our learning curve. That is what keeps this sport so exciting.

I continue to strive to be the best handler I can be so I can help my dog to do her best for each run each day. I struggle with stayting in the present, respecting and accepting and running the dog I have today. I know I can improve my handling skills, mental focus, and physical attributes. I know I will will work hard to do this.

I am taking a hard look at what I want my new goals to be. I know this includes a lot of honest introspective, detailed planning, learning new training methods, stepping out of my comfort zone and hard work.

But for now, I want to bask for a little while in what we have accomplished an be grateful for my dog, my husband, my friends, my trainers and my encouragers.

MACH NINA! Congratulations!

Decatur Spoils

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Decatur Agility Trial

Today was a special day, and Nina deserves the rest.

We got our first Q in STD ExcB with a 4th place, 19 points run. After that we Q'ed in Jumpers w/ Weaves with 9 points AND OUR VERY FIRST DOUBLE Q!

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MXJ Title

Oak Ridge Kennel Club Agility Trial, Harriman, TN. Here are Judge Nancy Davis, Beth White, and Nina having just completed requirements for Master Excellent Jumpers with Weaves MXJ title on April 16, 2011.

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Happy Anniversary from Huntsville

This photo and card from Joe is hanging in camper to keep me company. Happy anniversary, Sweetie!

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Photos from Durham Trial

Durham Kennel Club Trial

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Nina and I had a fantastic time.  Our first time at this outdoor trial.  The weather Friday was rainy all day long.  Saturday was pleasant and Sunday was HOT!  Nina completed requirement for her Excellent A Standard title.  AX!  We can now start accumulating MACH points in both Std and JWW and start our quest for 20 double Q's.

I loved meeting the folks from Durham Kennel Club - approx 250 members with 50 participating in agility competition.

Oak Ridge Kennel Club Trial

What great weekend! All great runs - fast and fun. MXJ title. I love my poodle!  One more leg to move from Excellent A to Excellent B Standard.

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Great Photos from Louisville Trial

Greater Louisville Training Club Trial - March 17-20, 2011

Happy girl with 4 Q's and an Open FAST title.

The Spoils to Date

Here is a photo Joe recently took of Nina's ribbon display.

Murfreesboro - I love it!

A fantastic day with a Q in Open FAST and our Open STD title, finally. What a day!

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I was really proud of the girl.  If I had given a better cue for the JWW triple jump, we would have had a trifecta!  I was glad to have just one day at this trial as the dust was very heavy in the air. 

Decatur Alabama Kennel Club - Hustville

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Two Q's JWW. Now have 6 of 10 needed for MXJ. Nasty arena. Coming home covered in red dirt in the Alabama A&M Ag Center.

TVKC Agility Trial Pics

MACH Celebration

What a special cake! Congrats Ellie and Michelle!

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TVKC Trial

What a fantastic weekend with a break-thru, in-ring teeter performance. We, consequently, were able to get qualifying scores in two Open STD runs. Finally! One Q (no points) for three JWW runs.

Thank you, Ace, for your insight into the power of a quiet, sincere, eye-to-eye celebration of accomplishment.

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Franklin Photos

BRAC - Photo

Nina - Saturday 1/22/11
Blue Ridge Agility Club Trial
Fletcher (Asheville), NC.

This is the first photo I've gotten showing Nina exiting the chute. She always looks like she is having so much fun.

I have learned some drills that should help build up speed and straightness.

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Blue Ridge Agility Club Trial - Day 1

Super day w/ 5 MACH points in JWW and 3rd place & 1st Q in Open FAST. Nina really ran with a lot of enthusiasm & control. It was a fun day!

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