Ski-jouring success

Congratulations to Donna for placing fourth in the two dog ski-jouring event at
Elkford this weekend. All that skiing around gravel has given Donna the ability to
stay on her feet at all costs (unlike some of us who spend more time downside than up.)
Her goal was to get a clean start, run with no pass infractions, and get a decent time.
Achieved!!! Anyone wanting to start out ski-jouring can contact Donna through our blog.

Another Congratulations to Michelle and her Australian shepherd, Daven. Daven's picture represents the month of February on the Canadian Search and Rescue Dog calendar!
The calendars are a fund-raiser for the organization. If anyone would like one, please contact
me and I would be glad to put you in touch with Michelle.


The weather here was nuts this weekend! It rained in Elkford, was a balmy +10 in the Pass, and fluctuated between -17 and +10 at Lundbreck. We moved between flood control to deep freeze at 4:00 p.m. and I was thrilled that the wood burner chimney was clean and ready to go with a handy supply of wood thanks to super-hubby! Who went to bed before 7:00 p.m. when the super wore off. Fresh start tomorrow.

We have three Cardi's staying with us and they are providing the entertainment for our shepherds, who definitely do not understand "corget" because they do not respond to any of the comments given by the short-legged ones.

The gate alarm has gone off about 10 times in the past 1/2 hour and every time, it's a new day for the dogs, who come out of their naps just in time to talk loudly about the intruders. The deer are on the move.

Keep in mind that Saturday is our practice for Scent Hurdle for the Ev Kenny show. The jackets have been cut out and given to seamstress, Louann, for construction, the numbers are ready to be put on the plastic and into the pockets, and we have to make sure that everyone has a set of dumbbells. We will start obedience at 9:00, barrel racing at 9:45, scent at 10:30. Those wanting to try freestyle dance are asked to bring 5 rally exercises that can be placed in sequence to music. Donna McLaughlin will be on hand to help us construct a simple dance routine.

Stay sharp.

The Prez