Thoreau

Pizazz! Cattle dog mix, acquired at 14 weeks Pizazz! came into my life because I wanted a dog to play agility.  I've been competing in agility since 2001 but didn't currently have a dog who was temperamentally suited to play.  When I became disabled in 2010, I knew I would need a dog with drive, able to work at a distance and fully understand the job.  Any dog can play agility, and any dog can be taught the obstacles and cues for turning, running ahead, and more.  But I was seeking a dog who

Twyla Acquired at approximately 1 year Before adopting Twyla, I was looking for my next agility dog.  When I saw her sweet face on Petfinder, I was head over heels.  I immediately filled out and submitted an application.  But when I spoke with a shelter worker on the phone, I was told, "You don't want this dog.  She'll never do agility.  She's feral." It was too late.  I was in love, and I knew that Twyla belonged with me.  It was not easy to convince the shelter that this very fearful dog

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