WEEKENDS

We have been staying with Grandma and Grandad on the weekends. Mommy took Marley to an obedience/rally trial. Can you believe she qualified 3 out of 4 times?

Then Mommy took her to an AKC Agility trial and Marley got her first title, Jumpers! Just like me! I liked Jumpers when I competed. I'm so glad I don't have to compete anymore! Mommy says me and Missy will get to go next weekend when Marley competes in TN...but just to watch!

TREATS

Missy and I get to eat the treats that Marley doesn't get at class. They are yummy! Liver treats that Mommy makes. Last night, Missy and I got to go with Mommy and Marley to agility. We stayed in the car. We got home and Mommy couldn't find the treats. She left them at Mrs. Linda's. Oh no! I really wanted a liver treat. We got some real big Milk-Bones instead...they were ok.

RETIRED

Mommy finally retired me from USDAA Agility. She entered me in 2 events last weekend in Hattiesburg, MS. I couldn't do it. I tried one jumpers run and did most of it. The next jumpers run I just couldn't do it. I left the ring and was ready to leave. I just get too anxious in the ring. Plus I don't like being in a crate at the trial.

ANTIBIOTICS

I had to go back on antibiotics. I had a 'hot spot' on my neck that got infected. They shaved a spot on my neck. Mommy said it looked gross. I have to take a pill every day...I don't mind because Mommy puts it in a treat and I like treats!

MY BIRTHDAY!!

Today is my 9th Birthday! I got some cards and a new toy. Mommy says we will have cake and ice cream when Grandad and Grandma can come over. That Dog tried to take my new toy...Mommy took it away from her.

MY BEDROOM

Mommy fixed my bedroom. I have a nice, dark crate. Inside I have a cuddly bed. I also have a fluffy rug in my room and a fan! And the best part is that Marley isn't allowed in my bedroom!!!

TEACUP TRIAL

Mommy and I went to the Teacup Agility Trial a couple of weeks ago. As soon as we went into the ring, I started to feel overwhelmed. I didn't do what Mommy told me to do. Then Mommy did something she has never done before....she left me in the ring by myself. As soon as I noticed Mommy was gone, I ran after her. The rest of the weekend I stayed with Mommy and I did good. I got my weaves every time and I did a Gamblers course. I got 4 Q's and 4 Firsts.

Mommy was so proud..I am too. Mommy has taken me to Mrs. Linda for agility help. She has really helped me and That Dog. Mommy says she may still let me compete sometimes if I feel like it.