The Red Poodle – Dog Agility Training Tip
This is Louie, The Red Poodle, here with a dog agility training tip. Patience is the key. After a few frustrating sessions, I believe I had a breakthrough yesterday in my agility class. I might look a little sad in my photo, but I’m not. I’m just wiped out. Really, really tired. I want my mom to help me into bed, but she won’t. She insists that I make it on my own. After all, I am learning to jump. The class is 50 minutes of non-stop movement. Jumping over things, running up and over other things, and blindly dashing through something that looks like a long tunnel. I admit I was kinda afraid at first, but the nice piece of chicken I was offered was irresistible.
The Red Poodle – I’m A Standard Poodle
Just for the record, I’m a standard poodle. A red one at that. We come in all sizes, toy, miniature, teacup, etc. I think being a standard makes it a little harder to shine in my agility class. Plus I’m only 14 months old and all legs. I loose control a lot. But, I’m competitive and now that I understand better what this agility thing is all about I won’t give up.
Like I said, I think I had a breakthrough. More about that after I complain a little more. So, I’m a very sociable guy. As a matter of fact there isn’t a dog I don’t like–some people no so much if they are mean to animals and don’t believe in climate control. But I want every dog and cat to be my friend. And I do enjoy being admired. Anyway, as I was saying, I like introducing myself to the other pooches and tussling around a bit. Well it seems like that’s not what agility is about. My mom showed me this video and something clicked for me. Take a look at it here. I wanna beat this guy. By the way, I train at the http://zoomroomonline.com. Oh, and you can get agility equipment at Amazon
I’m still pretty young, but if you’d like to know about my early life history, check out About Me.
I love attention. Let me hear from you. You can even ask me a question.
Hi Louie, You’re a cool guy–keep up the good work in agility training.
Thanks for having faith in me. I promise I will work hard.
I know you will succeed…I’ll keep an eye out on your progress
It feels really good to have a fan. Thank you.
This blog is so helpful since I have a brand new poodle! Thank you Louie for the inspiration!
Thanks to you, Danielle. It makes me smile to be helpful. My very best to you and your brand new poodle.
LOUIE,
YOU ARE QUITE A CHARACTER. I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO HEAR YOU TALKING. YES, I KNOW THAT MICHELLE (YOUR MOM) CAN MAKE THIS HAPPEN.
YOU ARE TOO CUTE. CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU IN PERSON.
HOW IS LAMB CHOP DOING……………………….
Thanks for the complement. I want to meet you in person too. I love Lamb Chop very much. Thank you
Louie you are a very cute dog! Can’t wait to hear more from you.
Louie: I think you’re a beautiful boy with a lot of charisma! I’ll be looking forward to reading more of your blog!
Hey Louie, hang in there. I ran agility too wirh my Mom. It’s loads of fun! The secret is…the classes are for our caregivers, not us!! Greg and Raine visited my class several years ago and recorded it. I will post the link. It’s a great way to get discipline and excercise. It’s also an activity that doesn’t require too much running. Have fun!! Matisse and Mina
You are so right. I think my mom, Michelle, is getting the drift.
Hey Louie,
What do you like about other dogs?