What to do when you can’t go out…

I had my knee replaced November 18th and plan to have the other one replaced in January.  Knowing this could be a long winter for Jake knowing I’d be a bit restricted I though…  hmmm….  what to do…  what to do…  Then something made me think of NOSEWORK!!

SO…  how to start???   Google it…  talk to people…  Started out by ordering Andrew Ramsey’s nosework DVDs from Leerburg.  Andrew was the originator of the UKC Nosework Program which after some investigation is the venue that I’ll most likely participate in. 

History Of The UKC Nosework Program

The Nosework program is modeled after working detection dogs. While working as a team with their handler, the Nosework program allows any breed and type of dog to respond to specific target odors by using their natural olfactory abilities. The specific target odors are placed in a variety of environments from containers on the floor to vehicles and much more!

UKC sends a heartfelt "thank you" to Karen Shivers and Andrew Ramsey for their dedication to the sport of dogs and promotion of Nosework. Mr. Ramsey was the originator of this style of Nosework. Together, with their insights and contributions regarding the concept of Nosework, the recognition of this program by the United Kennel Club became a reality!

Red light healing

I’ve used a red light for years on acupressure points on my dogs to accelerate healing but recently I purchased a larger pad and I love it!   Click here for info (and no, I have no interest in the company!) Also, even though it says it’s for dogs and horses, it feels pretty good when I use it on my knees and shoulders!!  Clearly worth the $200 cost!!

I toss a throw over Jake when using it because it sort of anchors him and he is less likely to move.  I use it on Jake’s hips, back and shoulders and any specific injuries he may have such as the sore on his leg that he is licking.

 

2015 – Rock Star!

So….  what did we do in 2015….  here it is!!  He’s earned his Rock Star name!

BARN HUNT
Dog	Owner	Date	Class	Time	Placement	High in Class	Location
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-03-27	Master	1 min. 51 sec.	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-03-28	Master	1 min. 41 sec.	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-03-29	Master	1 min. 43 sec.	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-03-29	Master	2 min. 36 sec.	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-07-04	Master	1 min. 49 sec.	1	yes	Menasha WDC
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-07-04	Master	1 min. 59 sec.	1	yes	Menasha WDC
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-07-05	Master	2 min. 5 sec.	2	------	Menasha WDC
RATCHX3 achieved!
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-03	Master	2 min. 11 sec.	1	yes	Menasha Gail
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-04	Master	1 min. 49 sec.	1	yes	Menasha Gail
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-04	Master	2 min. 5 sec.	1	yes	Menasha Gail
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-23	Master	2:08:24	2	------	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-24	Master	1:19:78	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-24	Master	1:42:31	1	yes	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-25	Master	1:34:50	2	------	Sheboygan
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-10-25	Master	1:33:35	1	yes	Sheboygan
Summary: 12 first place finishes (all High in Class), 3 second place finishes. New personal best of 1 min. 19 sec.
Comments: Jake did only 4 weekends of Barn Hunt in 2015 but accomplished all the goals we set out to accomplish. He started out the year with an average time of about 2 min. for a master course and ended up with the last 4 trials averaging 1 min. 32 seconds. He brought home 12 first place ribbons (all 12 earning him HIGH IN CLASS) and 3 second place ribbons. He continued his unbroken record of placing if he qualified! AND he earned a RATCHX3 in July!
DOCK JUMPING
Dog	Owner	Date	Venue	Class	Jump	Placing	Location
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-13	Pier Pups	Novice 0-10'11"	10'5"	1st	FDL
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-13	Pier Pups	Novice	10'5"	1st	FDL
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-27	Pier Pups	Open 11'-15'11"	11'5"	1st	Beaver Dam
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-27	Pier Pups	Open	12'	1st	Beaver Dam
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-27	Pier Pups	Open	12'	1st	Beaver Dam
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-06-27	Pier Pups	Open (finals)	12'	1st	Beaver Dam
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-07-03	Dock Dogs	Junior	13'5'	2nd	Green Bay
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-07-03	Dock Dogs	Junior	13'2"	3rd	Green Bay
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-08-04	Dock Dogs	Junior	14'2"	1st	Oshkosh
Junior title awarded by Dock Dogs after 3 successful jumps in the Junior class (10' to 14'11)
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-08-05	Dock Dogs	Junior	14'3"	1st	Oshkosh
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-08-05	Dock Dogs	Junior	13'5"	3rd	Oshkosh
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-08-06	Dock Dogs	Junior	12'4"	2nd	Oshkosh
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-08-07	Dock Dogs	Senior	16'6"	2nd	Oshkosh
Jake earned an invitation to participate in the Dock Dogs World Championship in Iowa based on the average of his jumps at the Wild Card event at the Winnebago County Fair in Oshkosh.
Summary: 8 first place wins, 3 second place finishes and 2 third place finishes.
Comments: In November 2014 Jake was introduced to swimming and for 3 months wore a life jacket until he "got it". When dock jumping season started in June we decided to try it and in a 2 month period he increased his jumps from 10.5 feet to 16.6 feet, placed in all his jumps, earned a title and earned an invitation to Dock Dogs World Competition!! Jake's enthusiam for jumping never waivered but unfortunately, a skin infection cut short his successful season.
TRICK DOG
Dog	Owner	Date	Title	Class	Venue
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-04-05	Trick Dog	Novice	Do More With Your Dog
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-04-05	Trick Dog	Intermediate	Do More With Your Dog
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-04-05	Trick Dog	Advanced	Do More With Your Dog
Jake	Laurel Stone	2015-04-05	Trick Dog	Expert	Do More With Your Dog
Summary: Four titles earned by submitting videos of tricks (skills) that Jake does.