Filler Post

I did get video of our Rally runs at the dog show the weekend of the 8th and 9th, but I haven't uploaded them yet (I know...I've been slacking off in that area). I have an exam this week and comps this weekend, so I will try to get those videos up on Youtube before too much longer.

Life has been hectic and crazy. I had a 2 night hospital stay. Had medical tests done the past couple of weeks --have a new diagnosis to add to my slew of health issues (neurocardiogenic syncope --which explains my dizzy spells when I stand for more than a few minutes in one place). Getting ready to move into a new apartment hopefully sometime in November --graduating with my Masters in December. So I've understandably been behind on updating the blog!

Leon has been doing well --having a bit of an issue with him poking people with his nose when they walk within reach. Otherwise, he does his job well --we will be addressing this issue at our next session with our local trainer. He is a retrieving fool and also has gotten very proficient at throwing things away in the trash for me.

Anyway, today we went to the Fall Festival at a church I volunteer at with the youth group. He and I were butterflies!

We had fun --are both very tired from a long day of church, getting materials for the costumes (I already had my wings) and the Fall Festival.

Hi --Sorry it's been a while

School started in August and life has been crazy --have had a lot going on, so the blog kind of got pushed aside for a while.

Leon and I are doing okay. He really is a wonderful dog --his eagerness and enthusiasm for life inspires me. I mean, a dog doesn't really own anything --yet he is very happy. And he works so hard for me --all for kibble, praise and some butt scratches. Man, he LOVES to be praised --his eyes just light up. I love it.

Anyway, I'd like to let y'all know about my YouTube channel. I have a couple of videos of Leon posted and one of my cat Marzipan. Here's the link to my channel:
http://www.youtube.com/user/Agriculturemajor?feature=mhee

I know, Agriculturemajor ---I could have chosen a better name. But I was probably really tired and brain foggy when I made the account.

Here is my latest video, taken on Thursday the 5th at my allergist's office.

First, he wanted to lick the tasty leavings. Then he was too excited and eager, so he kept dropping the cup. But he finally did it! And even took a bow when I praised him, the big ham. :)

Leon and I will be competing in Rally Obedience Novice Level in a local show on Saturday and Sunday. I was wanting to enter in formal Obedience Novice, but have taken no classes nor have I had any experience with it. So we decided to go with Rally for right now. I am excited! It's going to be fun!

I'll see if my friend I am competing with can take video of our runs. She's competing in another class (Rally Advanced Excellent 2), so she may be able to.