Here comes Cathi & Jazzy & Lefty

Jazzy, RL1X (AOE), CGC, is a four year old Shih Poo who adores every person she meets. For most, the feeling is mutual. She began attending Allan’s Intermediate classes a few years ago and they were so much fun that she kept dragging her mom, Cathi, back for more. Under Allan’s guidance, she perfected the skills needed to earn her Canine Good Citizen title.

Jazzy really enjoys her classes because Allan’s creativity makes them fun for the dogs. Cathi enjoys them too because Allan’s sense of humor makes them fun for the handlers. The classes are an opportunity to witness Allan’s talent for working with all different types of doggy personalities and developing well behaved companions. Still, Jazzy wanted to know, “What’s next?” The answer: APDT Rally Obedience! Allan helped Cathi teach Jazzy all the right moves. In her first competition, Jazzy received her Level One title, earning second place her very first time in the ring. She also received APDT’s Award of Excellence for scoring 190 or better in her first three runs. After only two trials, she earned a place on the 2009 APDT National Rankings. In her third trial, this talented canine was awarded her Level One championship and received two perfect scores of 210. In her short career, Jazzy has been awarded five First Place ribbons and multiple other placements. Once again, the clever All American wanted to know, “What’s next?” That’s easy! Her wonderful trainer will work with her mom to teach her all she needs to know for Level Two and, eventually, Level Three. For this little cutie, the sky’s the limit!

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You’ve hear the expression, “Rally to the Rescue”? This is a case of The Rescue to Rally. Lefty, RL1X (AOE), CGC is a four year old Australian Cattle Dog/Boxer mix once so terrified of humans that he would lose control of bodily functions if anyone paid attention to him. He spent most of his time cowering in his crate or under the nearest table. How does a dog like this survive in a world filled with humans? The answer is training! His mom, Cathi, had been taking Allan’s classes with her other dog, Jazzy, for quite some time. After adopting Lefty, she knew Allan could advise her on the proper training techniques for this – or any – type of dog. Lefty still has a long road to travel, but he’s doing it with a lot less baggage these days. Although still shy, Lefty has gained enough confidence to begin competing in APDT Rally Obedience. In his first competition, he earned his Level One title in three out of three runs. His scores were respectable enough to earn the Award of Excellence. In ten out of ten tries, Lefty was awarded his Level One championship. He’s even earned a few placement ribbons and scores as high as 208 and 206 out of a possible 210. A successful Rally career lies ahead for LEFTY...and that couldn't’t be more RIGHTY.