Regalo Australian Shepherds
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Except for a GPS desert highway mis-direct with a road-closing accident that caused our drive home to go from 7 1/2 hours to 11 hours, we had a terrific time in Queen Creek, Arizona at the Hedgehog Hustle stock trial. Great venue, top notch hospitality, camaraderie, support and of course, Retro doing what he loves, made for lasting memories. We even caught up with Cameron Leopold, Retro's co-breeder, who came from Texas to visit and trial his dog. Retro earned qualifying scores in 16 of 18 runs, including High Score Ducks with a 117 and High Combined Ducks in the Friday trial.
Thank you to judges Steve Shope, Gail Winnick, Jamie Burns and Neal Deshazo for your time and expertise. As always, big kudos to Kirsten Cole who brings out the best in Retro despite MANY distractions. Big thanks to Arizona Working Aussies – couldn’t do it without you!
Looking forward to more adventures.....
WTCH Regalo's Back to the Future ATDsdc AFTDscd OFTDm JS-O RS-O GS-N (Wizard X Ruffian)
Not even a flat tire on the way home could spoil the success and fun we had at the Farm/Arena trials in Gardnerville, California, hosted by NNASC. Retro had qualifying scores in all 19 runs with multiple placements including 3 firsts and a High Combined Cattle award in Saturday’s arena trial. He also earned his AFTD-Xs title (pending). As always, huge thanks to Kirsten Cole for her expert handling!
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We had so much fun being with travel buddies Skyline (Retro's BFF) and her owner Jennifer Malaret, stopping for park play on the way, first experiences with snow and nightly walk/runs at new locations around Gardnerville. Our buckle bunny photo above was a long-awaited event. Partner in crime!
Gratitude to judges Brad Warren and Nate Bake and to the Northern Nevada Australian Shepherd Club volunteers for the efficient and well-run trial. Friends, new faces, camaraderie, new experiences (snowplay!) and beautiful surroundings made for a great five days. Blessed!
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Retro is now WTCH Regalo's Back to the Future ATDsdc AFTD-Xs AFTDscd OFTDm JS-O RS-O GS-N (Wizard X Ruffian)