Dog Day #67 - Rocket

Rocket is an adult Golden Retreiver who was rescued from Second Chance SPCA in Plano prior to coming to our class.  He was a bit unsure of what to do - but picked up on his basics really quick.  He's a super sweet and super smart young man.  He is proof that there are some really awesome dogs in the rescue system.  Go Rocket Go!

Dog Day #66 - Colbie

Colbie is a young Biewer Terrier! He is a rare breed of Yorkie from Germany. Colbie and his family completed my "Puppy Start" in-home program and learned all his basics. He's super smart and spunky, and his best friend is a big gray kitty cat!! We hope to see him fly in XDog next spring. Go Team Colbie!

Dog Day #65 - Lacey

Lacey is a super happy adult Terrier Mix.  She was adopted by the best human family.  They have brought her and her brother to multiple classes including Basic Obedience and XDog Agility.  Lacey finally learned how to lie down on command and stay in place.  Go Team Lacey!

 

Dog Day #64 - Gunner

Gunner is a sweet Chocolate Lab puppy! My favorite flavor of lab! He was a gift to his dad when he returned from his tour of duty. Gunner and his daddy are learning the basics. Go Team Gunner!

Dog Day #63 - Maggie

Maggie is a young Border Collie.  She first came to Puppy Kindergarten as a young pup but sadly broke her leg in a mysterious accident in her back yard.  After some time healing - she came back and graduated Puppy K!  She's a sweet, snuggly and full of life BC and we love making up new nick names for her.  Go Team Maggers!!

Dog Day #62 - Holland

Holland is a young Beagle Terrier puppy and we are loving her in Basic & Beyond Obedience class! She is super smart, funny and quickly becoming the star of the class! Cutie Pie!!!

Dog Day #61 - Tiny

Tiny is a young terrier learning how to understand her humans! She's picking it up pretty quickly. Go Tiny!

Dog Day #60 - Sammy Ocho

Sammy Ocho is a young Terrier Hound Mix.  He is full of spunk and snuggles!! He is super lucky because his mommy loves to do XDog Agility.  Sammy has done very well at XDog and has also attended Basic & Beyond Obedience in our Bedford class.  Yay Team Sammy Ocho!!

Dog Day #59 - Asta

Asta is a beautiful young Border Collie rescue.  She has grown into a super smart, talented and fun-loving young lady.  She loves to play ball and chase squirrels at the local park.  Asta and I met during a private in-home session where we worked on her nervous energy and helping her learn how to come when her mommy calls her.

 

Dog Day #58 - Petey

Petey is a young Pit Bull mix.  His mommy, Ulla, is an amazing dog lover who helps animals every day.  Ulla and Petey first joined XDog Agility in Bedford and won first place!  He then went on to Graduate a Good Manners Workshop!  Petey is another example of how a Pit Bull can be a great dog with the right owner.  Go Team Petey!

Dog "Pig" Day #57 - Otis

Otis is a young Pot Bellied Pig. I worked with him doing private in-home/barn training sessions a few years ago. It was an amazing experience. I taught him to sit, come when called and walk on a leash! He taught me trust, humility, patience and determination.

Dog Day #56 - Caddo

Caddo aka "Caddo Brown" is an incredibly smart and super sweet Brittany Spaniel.  She's as energetic as they come!  Lucky for Caddo, she not only sleeps on a beautiful furry bed by the fireplace - but she also hunts ducks with her Daddy and GSP sister "Ivy".  Caddo's mommy and I met during some private in-home training a few years ago and over the years - the girls and her mommy have grown to be great friends.  Pictured below is Caddo & family from Puppy Kindergarten. (She went on to attend Bird Dog School). Go Team Fenimore!!

Dog Day #55 - Brazos

Brazos is a super sweet King Charles Cavalier Spaniel.  She and I worked together through my Private Elite program a few years ago.  She and her family grew very special to us over the time I worked with her.  I think I learned more from her than she did from me.  Brazos is an amazing little girl who loves to please her family and would simply rather chase leaves than do anything else!

Dog Day #54 - Maverick & Muerfy

Maverick & Muerfy the Leonbergers are an amazing duo!  Both of them have completed two XDog Agility Challenges - yes - these big guys did agility.... well, at their own pace!  They are certified therapy dogs and the hit of the class.  M&M pounced and played with every dog in class and knew no enemies!  We loved having the "lion"-bergers in class!!

Dog Day #53 - Elvis

Elvis is a beautiful rescued Standard Poodle.  His family needed a special hole to fill and Elvis was a perfect fit.  His loving demeanor and spunky style has quickly won us all over. He's completed XDog Agility with us as well as Manners and Dependable Dog Workshops!

 



Dog Day #52 - Piper

Piper is a young Border Collie! She is super fast and super fun. Piper an her human sister practiced hard and came in 1st Place at XDog on her first try! Go Team Piper!

Dog Day #51 - Charlie

Charlie is a young Golden Retriever puppy. He is super confident and crazy smart. He completed basic obedience through in-home training then went on to finish Bird Dog School! He has amazing instincts and is loving life!

Dog Day #50 - Buddy

Buddy is a young English Golden Retriever.  He is a big goofy guy and such a snuggler... oh and well the biggest lover of flour tortillas I've ever met.  He will go to great lengths to get one!!  Buddy is a smarty pants and has learned all his basics through private in-home training and in return he has taught his mommy how to have lots of patience! 

Dog Day #49 - Captain

Captain in a young English Shepherd.  She is full of spunk and silliness!  Captain and her mom have been to several classes in hopes to one day get her AKC CGC Certificate.  They have also attended some fun classes like XDog Mini Agility - winning 3rd place and the full XDog Agility Advance Level 2 - Winning 2nd Place!  Go Team Captain!!

Dog Day #48 - Huxley

Huxley is a young Yellow Labrador Retriever.  We first met when he was a young little pooter (seen in the picture below).  He and his older brother Henry (by marriage) were just getting to know eachother.  Now Huxley has graduated in-home puppy training as well as a basic obedience group class and he and Henry have grown into good friends!

 

Dog Day #47 - Anna

Anna is an adult Border Collie and she has come a long way baby!  When Anna's mommy first adopted her she was afraid of everything!  (One trainer even told her to put her down)  Well not this mommy!  She's worked hard at building trust and helping Anna feel confident and protected.  Anna has attended many XDog Agility classes and improved on her fears of people tremendously!  She is a sweet doggie and owes everything to the right person adopting her!  Yay Team Anna!! 

 

Dog Day #46 - Mr. Tee Tee

Mr. Tee Tee is a fun loving Yorkshire Terrier!  In addition to his awesome name - Mr. Tee Tee is super smart and a terrier to the fullest.  His greatest joy is chasing the squirrells out of his yard.  TT's family has completed Basic Obedience as well as the Dependable Dog Recall Workshop!

 

Dog Day #45 - Sonny

Sonny is a young Golden Retriever/Life Saver!  He first came to me as a small puppy in Kindergarten in Bedford.  Then on to Basics and CGC Certificate.  Last year, Sonny's mommy had to undergo a very tough cancer surgery and we worked hard at making it possible for Sonny to be with her during recovery in Houston.  His loving face, sweet demeanor and affection for his mommy helped her heal quickly and return back to her life here in Bedford.

 

Dog Day #44 - Matilda

Matilda is a Staffordshire Terrier and the poster child for dog training.  She and her mommy have been coming to my classes since she was young.  She's done basics, workshops and got her AKC CGC certificate and has been a champion at over 6 XDog Agility Classes.  She is an amazing dog who has never met an enemy!  Matilda and her mommy are a big part of my SPT family and it wouldn't be the same without her!

Dog Day #43 - Kodi

Kodi is an amazing young Husky.  I first met Kodi when he was just a young pup.  His parents understood the training that breed needs so tehy came to Basic & Beyond Obedience.  Now Kodi is a super star at XDog Agility.  To keep Kodi active and busy, he has come to 4 XDog classes and is having a blast!

Dog Day #42 - Birdie

Birdie is a sweet & silly black lab puppy.  She and her family came to my Puppy Kindergarten class in Highland Village.  Birdie caught on quickly and will surely grow into an amazing dog!

 

Dog Day #41- Buckwheat

Buckwheat is a cocker mix that is full of spunk and snuggles! He had a great time in my Mini XDog Agility class in Highland Village this summer.

Dog Day #40 - Aspen

Aspen is a beautiful mix who loved to play and be the center of attention. Aspen came to my XDog class a few years ago! He is now doing agility on the Rainbow Bridge and we sure do miss his fuzzy face!