Eis and I didn't get to show off his true obedience potential at the last championship for obvious reasons (injury). He's quite the dog to handle in obedience and has always been known for being so biddable and consistent. He loves to be correct and has always had a lot of stamina in his obedience work.
I sure am missing our training time and know he is too. Here is a clip from the 1st half of his obedience routine at the GSDCA Nationals earlier this year. Eis earned a super score of 95 points which tied with the Champion for the highest OB score of the entire event. So proud of him for this!
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Raiden showing he wouldn't make it as a Wheel Chair Assistance dog! π
Just a little fun with a boy and a dog. π€£ Blake and Raiden goofing around.
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A little sit, down and stand stays from motion (focused heeling) practice for Eis and I for the German Shepherd National Championship coming up.
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Puppies!!!
We did a litter assessment today for a brand new litter of Chinese Red Dogs. 11 puppies total! They were super cute and very sweet and a pleasure to assess.
During this assessment we evaluate many factors for several indicators like pack drive, prey drive, food drive, sound sensitivity, environmental nerves, natural retrieving abilities, social behaviors as well as thresholds and more. This can help with proper placement of puppies into new homes to come.
They also got to get some socialization with some kids while here which the kids absolutely loved!
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Do you guys remember little Beckham? He was a dog in my program months back. When he came his owner was considering if there was a need to re-home him. After his program the two have literally thrived together!
Beckham's owner suffered from a brain injury which has lead to many medical disabilities and complications which Beckham now assists her with. He's now an active service dog trained to do various tasks to help with migraine onset alert, hearing aid and more.
We are so so proud of Beckham and his owner for doing great and succeeding together. We always new he was wicked smart and could do great things.
Below is part of a message we just got from Beckham's owner and handler. π
"I seriously can't thank you both enough for your help and the fact that we could even do this! He is not only the best dog I've ever had thanks to your help, but he has given me so much of my independence back (he will go get me when the microwave or oven beeps! And has helped me with his killer nose and awareness that I've come off 2 meds and am able to help me with things I still couldn't do for myself."
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A little snippet of Eis and I's regional championship obedience and protection routine this past weekend. So proud of this dog!
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