So things have slowed down a bit around our area when it comes to practicing our barn hunting skills. The place we normally practice had an illness that went through the rats and a few died, so we had to take a little time out. The time out wasn't because the dogs would … [Read more...] about Barn Hunt, a Mule and a Shih Tzu
Riley
Lure Course Shih Tzu Super Star
As you know Riley competes in the AKC's Coursing Ability Test (CAT) events. She is my lure course Shih Tzu super star! Even though I refer to this as "lure coursing", for non-sight hound breeds it is the CAT. The CAT tests a dogs basic instinct on hunting by sight ability and by … [Read more...] about Lure Course Shih Tzu Super Star
Tale of a Winter Stretch Fleece
I live in the San Joaquin Valley of California so that means that our winters can be wet and foggy. The worst thing is that the cold combined with the wetness makes it absolutely bone chilling. Now I know what you are thinking, 'You don't even have snow, how can it be that cold'? … [Read more...] about Tale of a Winter Stretch Fleece
Choosing the Right Path for Riley’s Agility Training & Career
The Decision This week I made a very tough decision regarding her agility career and her best interest. The decision was to only compete in the Jumpers (USDAA) or Jumpers with Weaves (AKC). As you may know we have been struggling with the our nemesis the teeter for a very long … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right Path for Riley’s Agility Training & Career
Barn Hunt for Shih Tzus
Do you know about the latest and greatest dog sport that is sweeping the nation? It's called Barn Hunt! Barn Hunt is a sport that is based on the traditional roles of many breeds in ridding barns, storage areas and such from rats and other undesirable animals. In the … [Read more...] about Barn Hunt for Shih Tzus