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I sent a PM to Moscowitz yesterday, but I thought I would throw this out for discussion. I've got a pup that should be running in the specialty derby next year. I have another that I am training myself. My wife and I will be taking our vacation and attending the trial this year.
My questions are numerous so bare with me. I would like to run one of my pups in the derby. I realize I would have to change my training program to a field trial format. Would the specialty be a good trial for a first timer. Is it highly competitive or are there people like myself with little to no trial experience. I will be up there watching one of my dogs and would like to run another myself. Are the marks in the derby about the same as they are in any trial. Tanks for any advice or suggestions. Greg CH SHR Virginia's Southern Rebel JH SHR Hartland's Native Takoda JH Yakity's Secret of the Roux Hope Springs High Cotton "Tara" |
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Greg somehow I did not get your PM. Sorry! I say go for it. The specialty I have found to be very friendly though I'm never a threat to anyone. I have run Derby in all breed field trials and they were very competitive and hope the chessie Derby is competitive. But that doesn't mean you should not run it. Train for it and run it. The more chessies running the more successful the speicialty becomes. That is great you are coming. The area is big. LIKE TEXAS.
First remember you can bring your dog to the line on lead. My recommendation is do that. Line your dog up with memory bird (spinal alignment) then unsnap choker. Don't pull it over his head because he will then have to re focus. Do you understand. Next train your dog to look out. If you use live flyers shoot them as long bird in training so that they become very interested in that long bird. Just my opinion. Train with white coats so he gets use to looking for the white coats. Hope this helps so far. |
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Greg,
Speciality Derbies are a great place to take your first plunge. The entry is usually small and most times the judges try to carry as many dogs as possible. You should try to get with some FT people to get you more so than your dogs accustomed to the rules and procedures. Yes it is competitive, you want your marks to be better than everyone else. You don't need to be perfect just better. Good luck, I look forward to seeing you there. Tim |
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Where is the specialty being held this year?
Paul Crossfire's Empire Builder aka Ty CBR M 2-15-2009 Breakwater Salutes USS Maddox SH aka Kaie CBR F 10-27-2006 RIP:Rainyvalis Callin' Hawaii 5-0 CBR F 2-19-2002 - 09-26-2006 "Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the grey twilight that knows not victory nor defeat." Theodore Roosevelt 1899 A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.--Gerald Ford |
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Maine
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Yes, Enter your puppies...just wait untill you see the prizes available for the puppy stakes!
I wish I had a puppy running! joyce |
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Joyce when are you guys training next with Tim. I would like to join. Trained ith Tim and Jeane had a real nice time. Good to train with other chessies.
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Mike and Tim, thanks for the words of encouragement. I plan on seeing ya'll up there. Hopefully with two dogs.
CH SHR Virginia's Southern Rebel JH SHR Hartland's Native Takoda JH Yakity's Secret of the Roux Hope Springs High Cotton "Tara" |
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Paul, you thinking about making a trip out there?
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Never been to Maine, might be an interesting trip...What is the date? Probably wait until 2010...It should be a little closer to the West Coast again? Maybe have a derby dog then too.... Paul Crossfire's Empire Builder aka Ty CBR M 2-15-2009 Breakwater Salutes USS Maddox SH aka Kaie CBR F 10-27-2006 RIP:Rainyvalis Callin' Hawaii 5-0 CBR F 2-19-2002 - 09-26-2006 "Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the grey twilight that knows not victory nor defeat." Theodore Roosevelt 1899 A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.--Gerald Ford |
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Oh, by the way, did anyone say "LOBSTER"? Mike Coutue will be having a Lobster bake on one of the nights....they usually have fresh mussels too!!!
Mike M. Tim and Jeff and I keep trying to get together but....we try every weekend but it hasn't worked out so far.  |
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Jane Pappler posted this on chessie-l:
September 14-17, 2009 in Pittsfield, Maine Chairman - Mike Coutu (lcoutu@cox.net) Arrival is on 9/14 with testing for 15-16-17. There will be local trials before and after our dates. I am working on the website and it will be posted at http://www.amchessieclub.org within a few weeks. Info will be added during this spring and summer as things progress. Lots of raffles and clothing will be fore sale. Oh wait till you see the Maine logo!!! Donations for supporting the trial, trophies and raffle will be needed and greatly appreciated. Info will be listed on the website with addresses and who to send your pledges to so please stay tuned! |
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What age is considered a puppy? |
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There are usually 2 groups: 6-9 months and 9-12 months.
Tim |
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jtown if tThor is running masters he can at least be entered in the qual
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Mike I should be able to run Thor in the Q and Gracie in the Derby but I have to make sure I can afford that trip. Or if Tim wants to take them and run them.  |
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Not good enough. I would like to meet you in person. Not just your dogs
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Jtowne, do you train with Tim? If you do than you know Tanner!
Joyce |
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Joyce I have trained with Tim a couple of times and have thrown some marks for Tanner. When I heard Tim ws getting Tanner from you I was anxious to see him because of all the good things I have heard about your dogs. Tim when this weather breaks I will be calling you for your training schedule. Mike I will love to make the trip I just have to make sure I can afford to go. Is it Pittsville Maine or Mass.? |
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It's in Maine.
Cheer, Claire |
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