GRRR....TUFF ENUFF TO RUN FOR THE CURE"

I am very forunate that for the last 5 winters to be able to rent the arena in town from the Ag Society. Heated and washrooms.
This is our last week at the arena until next Oct. My clients and myself are praying for an early spring. A few years ago we were able to start classes the middle of April.( we can only hope)

I have such a great group of girls and 1 guy ( he really loves it, and he gets to visit with the other husbands that come out to watch and support their wives ).

They are devoted to the sport and love to learn their handling. They never complain about helping set up or take down equipment. They arrive on time and stay late to help. They support and encourage each other.
Gals,all of you did so well in class last night and this morning. Thank-you for allowing me to be a part of your life. It is so wonderful to watch you run with your dogs and to see the team that is developing.

This year, in Olds, April 4th, we are having our 2nd annual AAC Sanctioned Agility Trial.
It is called "Grrr...Tuff Enuff To Run For The Cure". After expenses, all profit is donated to the Tom Baker Cancer Center for research to find the cure for breast and prostrate cancer.
I decided to organize this as a dear client was diagnosed with breast cancer in the fall of 2007. My dad had died from prostrate cancer in 2006 and my brother-in-law was diagnosed a year ago. A dear friend/client 's best friend just died and had been dealing with breast cancer and now this friend is going through tests also. The more I listened to people the more I realized how many people were dealing with this disease themselves or family members.
So the idea came to life.

Our dogs are our greatest comfort and support. They listen, they let us cry without interruption, kiss us better and keep us company at all hours. They are truly remarkable animals to give so much.
What better way then to have our 4 legged friends help us to help their families have hope for a cure.
Hug your dogs tonight and be grateful that we have had the opportunity to share their lives.
Take care