Spirit Ranked #1 - for the time being that is!

Another Cali Whippet first!

As of March 20th, 2009, Spirit is ranked #1 in AKC Lure Coursing!

I am so proud of this little red girl! It has been a lot of fun to see her ranked #1 for as long as it last! LOL She is still a young girl and is just out having a great time!

Nationals are this coming weekend, we are very excited to participate in this large event. I can't wait to see if she will do anything there.
Wish her luck! We will keep all informed of the results!

Spirit Shows in Raleigh, NC

Spirit had a good time this past weekend. She was entered two days in the Raleigh circuit and overall did good. She showed better on Thursday than on Saturday. I think all the noise on Saturday made her a bit nervous. Hopefully this will be good experience prior to the Nationals in a few weeks.
Thanks to Mike for some great photos of Spirit.



Deana

Spirit places Second on Sunday

AKC Lure Coursing Trial in Williamsburg, VA (SHOT)

Sunday was a new day, however, it was the same story as Saturday. It was cold and wet, but the dogs still had a great time! After her two runs, Spirit took 2nd place (out of 18 open dogs!) - no runoffs needed.
Her current total for Bowen pts. as of today "52" and 15 singles towards her Championship - Now she just needs those elusive Major wins! I am being patient, I know they will come someday.

Way to go Spirit! Another successful day, lots of fun and no injuries!


Deana

Spirit places 3rd

AKC Lure Coursing Trial in Williamsburg, VA (SHOT)

It was cold and wet, like a few weeks ago, however, this time Morgan and I joined Spirit.
Spirit ran hard, as always. She had 2 strong runs and won a 3/4/5 run-off to earn 3rd place out of 13 dogs.

Way to go Spirit! Another successful day, fun and no injuries!
We will see what tomorrow holds in store.
Deana

Spirit is Ranked in the "Top 7" AKC Lure Coursing!

A Cali Whippet first!

As of March 7, 2009, Spirit is ranked in the "Top 10 Whippets" - AKC Lure Coursing!
Currently she is tied for 7th place!
Way to go Spirit! As always, we are proud of you!

Spirit's reply to the above info was: "So when do I get to run again?!"
Deana

Spirit places both Saturday and Sunday

I was not able to attend the AKC Lure Coursing trial in Akien, SC this weekend, but was lucky enough to send Spirit down without me. I heard it was very wet and cold, but the dogs still had a good time.
According to those there, Spirit ran well and had lots of fun! She placed 3rd out of 14 on Saturday and 3rd out of 15 on Sunday, adding another 3 points towards her championship title.
Way to go Spirit - I am proud of you as always!
Next trial will be in two weeks in Virginia, I can't wait as I will be able to go to that one.