November 25, 2011 Trial
This trial was huge, and a very successful day. With 86 entries on the day, it was going to be a real challenge to run smoothly, and all the prior organisation and helpers on the day made it a very successful event. Many thanks to all the Judges, Stewards and other people who helped on the day.
It absolutely poured with rain, all day, which made it just a tad difficult for people going to and from cars with props and dogs, thank heavens that we are able to have indoor trials in Victoria!
There were 66 passes, which is a real credit to all those who entered, especially given the large amount of starters. Well done everyone.
Highlight of the day was one little "ratter" who had seen and chased a rat the day before in the area, and just wanted to pursue him, wherever he went. Absolutely no interest in the ring area at all, but made us all laugh.
All scores can be found on the Trial Results page, photos of all entries are on the Photos page, and snippets of all performances can be viewed on the Video page.
Another really great trial, and a great day enjoyed by all. May there be many more as good as this!
It absolutely poured with rain, all day, which made it just a tad difficult for people going to and from cars with props and dogs, thank heavens that we are able to have indoor trials in Victoria!
There were 66 passes, which is a real credit to all those who entered, especially given the large amount of starters. Well done everyone.
Highlight of the day was one little "ratter" who had seen and chased a rat the day before in the area, and just wanted to pursue him, wherever he went. Absolutely no interest in the ring area at all, but made us all laugh.
All scores can be found on the Trial Results page, photos of all entries are on the Photos page, and snippets of all performances can be viewed on the Video page.
Another really great trial, and a great day enjoyed by all. May there be many more as good as this!
Trial held on Sunday, October 2, 2011 - The Royal Melbourne Show
Dances with Dogs Club of Victoria was involved in the first Dances with Dogs trial to be held at the Royal Melbourne Show.
With a total of 23 entries and 21 passes, it proved to be a very successful day for showing off our sport. Luckily the sun finally decided to shine on the Show after a week of abysmal weather, which enabled the trial to be held outside. There was a crowd of hundreds watching both the morning trial and the demonstrations put on in the afternoon, and by the feedback and applause they really enjoyed watching the performances.
Congratulations to all who entered the Trial, and many thanks to all those who took part in the demonstration in the afternoon.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page. Photos of competitors can be seen on the Photos of the Royal page and videos on the Videos page.
With a total of 23 entries and 21 passes, it proved to be a very successful day for showing off our sport. Luckily the sun finally decided to shine on the Show after a week of abysmal weather, which enabled the trial to be held outside. There was a crowd of hundreds watching both the morning trial and the demonstrations put on in the afternoon, and by the feedback and applause they really enjoyed watching the performances.
Congratulations to all who entered the Trial, and many thanks to all those who took part in the demonstration in the afternoon.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page. Photos of competitors can be seen on the Photos of the Royal page and videos on the Videos page.
Lesley Farish Seminar
Another great seminar from Lesley was held on Saturday, September 10. Everybody who attended the seminar went home with lots of things to work on to get that "WOW" factor in their routines. Lesley also took private lessons on Sunday, which were really appreciated by those lucky enough to book a place. Lesley is a great choreographer in the sport of Dances with Dogs, and can really spot what works for both handlers and dogs.
Many thanks from all of us lucky enough to attend, Lesley, and hope to see you back again very soon!
Many thanks from all of us lucky enough to attend, Lesley, and hope to see you back again very soon!
Trial held on Sunday, August 14, 2011
Our biggest Trial yet was held on Sunday, August 14, 2011 at the Bulla Campus of Dogs Vic, with 53 Entries over the two Trials.
Once again, there were some stunning new routines, with some of the Club's members now competing at Intermediate level. All entrants are congratulated on their routines, and special congratulations to those who entered for the first time. Well done everyone.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page, and video footage taken during the morning trial can be seen on the Videos page. Photos of all entrants can be found on the Photos page.
Once again, there were some stunning new routines, with some of the Club's members now competing at Intermediate level. All entrants are congratulated on their routines, and special congratulations to those who entered for the first time. Well done everyone.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page, and video footage taken during the morning trial can be seen on the Videos page. Photos of all entrants can be found on the Photos page.
Trial held on Saturday, June 25, 2011
Another great trial was held at the Bulla Campus of Dogs Vic, with a total of 25 passes and 7 Titles gained over the morning and afternoon trials. The Dances with Dogs Club of Victoria congratulates all competitors who took part. Special congratulations to the Highest in Trial winners - Lydia and Zeke in the morning trial, and Sarah and Ned in the afternoon.
We are very pleased to announce that the Club has a new sponsor, Houndbag, a Victorian company producing a really wonderful product for dog owners. Octavia from Houndbag generously donated two of the Houndbags for our winners in 1st Place for Freestyle Starters. Thank you Houndbag!
The Club's thanks also go to all the people who helped make this Trial such a great day, especially Lynda in her role as Trial Secretary.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page, and video footage taken during the morning trial can be seen on the Videos page. Photos of all entrants can be found on the Photos page.
We are very pleased to announce that the Club has a new sponsor, Houndbag, a Victorian company producing a really wonderful product for dog owners. Octavia from Houndbag generously donated two of the Houndbags for our winners in 1st Place for Freestyle Starters. Thank you Houndbag!
The Club's thanks also go to all the people who helped make this Trial such a great day, especially Lynda in her role as Trial Secretary.
Full details of the results can be found on the Trial Results page, and video footage taken during the morning trial can be seen on the Videos page. Photos of all entrants can be found on the Photos page.
Drill team to start practice
The Club has decided to form a drill team, which will appear at various events. The team is open for all levels. Group practice will take place on Tuesday nights at KCC Park, and at the Bulla Dogs Vic campus one Friday a month. The two groups will in the future join together for Sunday practice as a whole. Full details will be posted shortly, in the meantime, anyone wishing to join should speak to their instructor at classes.
