Charles Rocheville's Blog – January 2010 Archive (3)

Building Riley a couple of jump hurdles for agility. Had to go into Mollala today to pick up some pieces that just are not stocked locally. I miss timed our adventure, and was 15 min late to our half hour class. Today, was the introduction to the teeter board. I knew this would be a situation for him. He is sooo darn careful and cautious of everything he does. Also did the table, he is good at that as we have done similar at home.



He is so funny, when I let him out of his overnight… Continue

Houdini Dog; Riley can now open doors. Our house is an older vintage with glass door knobs. He jumps up and puts his paws around the door knob and works it back and forth until the door opens. Saw him working at it and using his paws in this holding maneuver, didn't think anything of it. When I yelled at my daughter that she didn't close the door tight, as he hits the door with his body to open it when not latched completely. My daughter said it was shut, so I went back and made sure this time… Continue

Just got back from our first 30 minute agility lesson. Being I went into this basically not knowing what to expect, I sure got a shocking revelation. Seems its more on the handlers to get their moves down correctly; as Riley picked up his end relatively quickly. As I am typing this, I am also thinking about the three moves I am supposed to be proficient on for next class.



There was a miniature poodle that was training just prior to our lesson. I couldn't believe how GREAT she was,… Continue