Lex has been working with Barley since Nov/Dec to get him ready for this particular day. Prior to this they have competed in 2 other shows and she attends Dog 4H meetings (some with him, some without) once a week. He has tried her patience for sure and up until yesterday she was adamant that she would NOT be doing 4H again next year. Afterall, I am the ONLY parent in the group that HAS to stay with their child to control their dog in each and EVERY 4H meeting we attend.
Luckily for all involved yesterday's competition went fairly well, compared to how they have previously done. Barley hung in there for showmanship which was new for him. Previously he pulled her out of the ring and they weren't able to compete.
This didn't mean he didn't still occasionally stick his nose up other dogs butts, however he did chose to do it when the judge must not have been looking because they earned a first place ribbon. Anna and Rowan (the dog Barley can't get enough of) earned grand champion. Well deserved I must say for putting up with that.
By far the best part about fair is spending time with your friends.
and visiting with the cousins, aunts, grandmas and grandpas who come to watch.
Lex's favorite competition by far was costume.
and we are pleased to announce she and Barley won "GRAND CHAMPION" for her florence nightingale and non-compliant patient costumes. WAHOO Lex and Barley. The cowgirl boots were a nice touch to the outfit as well.
So in all she won a blue 1st place ribbon for showmanship, a white 3rd place ribbon for obedience, reserve champion light purple ribbon for agility and Grand Champion, dark purple ribbon for Costume. Barley must have heard Lex didn't want to bring him back to see all his friends so he was on his best behavior. Now, I think she wants to continue to work with him and give it another shot next year. It's been exhausting for all of us and we are glad to be done, but proud of them for what they accomplished together.
After the show, Lex, my mom and I went hiking while the boys went golfing. Then we had a nice dinner together in Joseph while Barley passed out under the table. It was a great start to our fair week. Next week is Medusa's big debut with small animal showmanship and agility. Should be great fun.
3 comments:
Way to go, Barley and Lex. I loved the costumes, I can see why they won! I looked through all the bunnies and chickens at the Union County fair wondering if Lex had one there. If you guys to do any fair activities down this way, let us know!
Yay, Barley! Way to go, Lex! I love the Florence Nightingale costume with the boots. Great job!
That was a GREAT post! I, too, had a good laugh when I saw the boots on Florence Nightingale. Maybe you should read (at least parts of) the book "Marley and Me" to Lex and she'll gain a greater appreciation of Barley who sounds as if he's related. ;) He sounds like a handful!
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