We decided to get the entire cattle dog gang out to swim at Terri’s house, and the water level was low enough that we could all actually wade out to the island, including the dogs that aren’t a huge fan of deep water swimming (Fiddle and Rory). the puppies were allowed to go in at … More Swimming Lessons for Team Rocket
I love working with Auntie Terri, and challenging ourself to be better at herding! so, I had Fiddle, Mazikeen, and Rory with me as well as the puppies, so we decided to do a really fun barrel racing exercise with everyone. It was Fiddles first real day back from maternity leave, and I was so … More Working at Isle of Calais – November
After the Doswell shows, we headed down to Auntie Terri’s House to work dogs, and get these guys instinct tested on ducks and sheep. They did a pretty good job, and I was so proud of what they showed. We only had one day, so we just decided to drop everyone in together and see … More Instinct Testing Team Rocket
I am really happy with this litter right now. They seem to be easy to work with, adjusting well to everything that I have thrown at them, and really are enjoying their time on the road with their momma and me.
We Finally have the results of all of the health testing that can be done before the age of 12 months! I am happy to report: All six ears hear! Jessie and Meowth are clear of the entire health testing panel offered by pawprints (Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Cystinuria, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM), Multidrug Resistance (MDR1), … More BAER/Health Testing Results
These guys are really starting to motor around, have fun, and are enjoying there very first herding clinic at Agility at the Farm in Illinois. We had an amazing photoshoot with our friend Sam, and she also took these wonderful stack photographs. Overall, I am pretty happy with what this group looks like.
After nationals, we headed north to Wisconsin to get some time exposing the puppies to kids, and all matter of crazy hikes in the woods, mud puddles, and fun! These guys didn’t blink an eye, and were able to adjust to all sorts of things. They met a lab, and really got to spend a … More Time in Wisconsin
At the beginning of 2024, I set out to accomplish some pretty ambitious plans.. and for the most part, we were successful. But, the biggest winner of this year was Mazikeen, who finished in the Owner Handled Top 10, took several OH Group placements, and achieved way more than I set out to do… Our … More 2024 Goals – Accomplished and Beyond…
We took a huge road trip to nationals, and it was time for the little babies to join in. Fiddle was still cleaning up after them, nursing, and overall being the most wonderful mother. They got to meet Auntie Donna, and some prospective future owners and trainers. Auntie Robin was wonderful and helped us take … More Team Rocket is 5 Weeks Old
So, our Australian Cattle Dog Club of America decided to put together an inaugural Top 20 event for the nationals in 2024 for both the regular and owner handled categories. Last year Mazikeen was invited to Royal Canin, finishing #10, and her mother Fiddle finished the year as the #20 cattle dog. This night was… … More Nationals – The Top 20
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