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May 19, 2024 · 17:06

Urban Tracking Dog

The proud boy holding his leather for the photo op.

Bond did a thing today. He passed his CKC Urban Tracking test at 10 months old. It was cold and very windy, which made it extra challenging, but he just sailed through it. To say I was proud would be a huge understatement. My wild child just amazes me when I see what he can accomplish when he actually settles down for a few minutes and focuses his crazy energy. Big thank you to Central Alberta Tracking Society, our Judge Cindy Thomas, our “stinky” track layer Debbie Whitesell, test secretary Leanne Hurl and all the volunteers and people behind the scenes that make it possible for us to get out and play with our dogs. Thanks to the best doggie chauffeur Don Ho

Beaugolden’s Aston Martin Goldeneye NTD ITD ATD ETD NTD-M, SDI SDN SDO UTD SD-S-SP CW-SP CW-ScR1 LI-1 SD-1

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April 8, 2024 · 18:24

Mock UTD Test

Yesterday we drove to Red Deer for Bond and I to do a mock UTD test to evaluate our skills. I was so proud of him. He started strong, taking in the odour of the unknown track layer and headed out nose down and on track. We made it to the first article, a block of wood, and then made a hard surface turn across the parking lot. He turned again and was pulled towards the building where the odour was pooling. We went by the final article that was about 20’ away on the grass. He ended up following the track layers walk out trail until in abruptly ended where she was picked up by a car. He then confidently worked his way back to the glove. I was overwhelmed with pride to see how hard he worked to solve the scent puzzle. For a 9 month old puppy he is always amazing me. He got to enjoy an ice cream cone with Brodie to celebrate his successful track. (Thanks to Donna Brinkworth for sharing these photos)

Celebrating with ice cream

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February 10, 2024 · 12:15

He’s a Scent Detection Dog

So proud of my little man Bond. He attended his first official scent detection trial yesterday (3 rounds of CWAGS Ranger Level 1). He searched confidently and happily which is what is most important to me. He also did all of his searches off leash. In the first round he couldn’t help himself and ran over to visit with the judge but I was able to get him focused on searching again. 2nd round he started to go to visit the judge again but I was able to redirect him. The 3rd round he was all business. Couldn’t be happier with his nosework debut. They had a cute Valentine’s themed Photo Booth set up. Thank you to See Spot Run Doggy Daycare & Training Inc for hosting CWAGS trials, the judges and volunteers

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January 30, 2024 · 16:28

Unbelievable Winter Weather

January 30th and an amazing +8°C (it actually got to 10°). I think we have a little spring fever happening in our backyard.

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January 26, 2024 · 11:41

7 Months Old

I am 7 months old today and I am officially taller than my big brother. Survived my first polar vortex and was forced to quickly adapt to wearing booties and a jacket. My Mom has not been able to make any progress on improving my over greeting tendencies and jumping up on people. Sadly I am still experiencing some fall-out from my New Year’s Eve fireworks fright. I have some noise sensitivity now and anything that reminds me of that night gets me worried and anxious. I only gained 3 lbs this month but I grew 2 inches

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November 26, 2023 · 15:23

5 months and counting

I have officially made it to 5 months old and I’m still alive. My Mom says it’s only because I am so darn cute that she couldn’t kill me even if she really, really wants to. I am hearing less baby land shark (unless I am taking a treat then it is full on shark 😉) and a whole lot more “devil child”. I’ve learned that I can stand up on my hind legs like a grizzly and jump up on people. It’s really fun but I can tell Mom is not impressed. I attended my first CWAGS scent trial and found both hides but they were FEO runs because I am too young to officially trial. I am really rocking urban tracking. Unfortunately winter is going to put it on hold for several months. I grew almost 3 inches this month and I am almost as big as Brodie now. Just a couple more and look out big brother!

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September 14, 2023 · 16:55

Bond’s First Titles

After a few weeks with your new puppy you start to question your sanity because you picked the most gregarious, bold, fearless and engaging baby land shark . But, when you get to play with them, they not only absorb everything like a sponge, they actively want to engage with you and do more. I feel so blessed to share my life with such wonderful dogs ( you too Don Ho).

Since it is now official, we can share that Mr Bond earned his NTD (Novice Trick Dog Title demonstrating 15 tricks) on his 10 week birthday. Then he went on to earn his NTD-M (Novice Trick Dog Master Title demonstrating 30 tricks) on his 11 week birthday. Big thanks to Carrie and her Clickety Trick Spark Team FB group for all her coaching, helpful suggestions and reviewing our video submissions. If you want to work on your trick dog titles I highly recommend Carrie. Big thank you to Pauline of Beaugoldens for entrusting me with this amazing golden boy.

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September 11, 2023 · 11:48

11 Weeks old and 20lbs

Time is just flying by. I can’t believe I am 11 weeks old already. The belly loop on my harness used to hang down a couple of inches and now Mom is close to having to enlarge it. She already checks and grows my collar every couple of days. She wants me to slow down and stop growing up so darn fast.

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September 4, 2023 · 16:42

10 weeks old and all teeth

I’m 10 weeks old and full of trouble. Mom calls me a baby land shark because I love to bite and I especially love to hang off of her housecoat. I’ve mastered most of the 15 tricks I need for my Novice Trick title. I am great in a kennel at night and in the car but I have no patience or tolerance for being in an x-pen or crate during the day. I can scream so loud that Mom is sure that the neighbours must think we are engaged in dog torture/sacrifices. Other than that, I am the greatest little boy ever, even if I do say so myself

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