A CD title for my dog. I started thinking about this when our first poodle, Gigi, earned two legs in obedience, almost there, but we never went to another trial. I still have the Nambe ashtray she earned as high in trial or best in show, whatever it was then. I've thought about it every times I've taken a poodle to obedience training, with Triska, Persi, Caprice, and Rondo. I didn't take the time to practice, didn't have the support or commitment. But Canon and I made it!
It wasn't pretty, but we got through it. Two plus years of training. More driving to and from training than actual training, I think. Lots of treats- Charley Bears, chicken, hot dogs, whatever else I acquired. Lots of dollars. Canon's attention is still not riveted upon me. He often follows when there's nothing more interesting around, and at a trial, there's something more interesting. He paid attention just enough, followed my commands just enough, to earn us what I've thought about for a long time.
Thank you, Canon. Good boy!!!!!
