May 10, 2008 Blue Lacy Fun Day Report

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Photo's taken by Sandy Harrell

Wow what a day!  There were people all the way from California and Arkansas to come and share this day with us.  The facility was just perfect for holding the cattle events.  We had two sets of bleachers 4 seats high and they were full.

A very special thanks goes to Ben Glenn, Shelly, Jim Williams (Jimbo) and Tracy Sadler (Dusty Britches) for an outstanding Cattle Demonstration.  Both Ben and Tracy were able to convey both of their special techniques in the cattle arena that was set up.  Ben and OZ (Ben’s Lacy) demonstrated how to use a Lacy on cattle which aren’t exactly dog broke and Tracy & Stryker (her Lacy) came back in and showed how to use your Lacy on cattle that are dog broke. This event, members were allowed to bring their dog into the arena and get hands on advice with some training tips.

Sandy had setup an agility course for the kids and their dogs which needless to say was really a success.  There is just something really special to watch kids work with their dogs and see the pride in their faces when their special friend makes the jump through the hoop and/or crawl through that tunnel.  Sandy is not only an outstanding teacher in Crosbyton at her school but also on the Agility Course.

Marlo’s blood trail was outstanding event in which a lot of people were able to really see what even a young pup could do.  Marlo took the time to show each owner how to help their dog succeed as they ran the blood trail.

All in all with the three areas being setup we were able to show our Lacy owners the remarkable abilities these dogs really have as they went from one event to another.  I have to admit I had more fun watching the amazement on people faces and hearing them say “but she has never seen a cow” look what she did.  Just totally awesome!

Our gate total showed 34 vehicles came in, which gave us approximately 75 people who came to the event. 

Dee Riley

TLGDA Secretary/Treasurer

February 08 Blood Trail Seminar

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Blood Trail Seminar Thread with Photos

Hope all enjoyed!  I know I enjoyed meeting and spending time with everyone and their dogs. 

Hey Dead Eye Sandy, great shot on the Fallow deer!  Had a little hog hunting too.  John, Paul, and Mike stuck their first hogs. Congrats guys!  Clay also shot a Fallow!  Big thanks to David and Robert for bring the extra deer, so we didn't tear up the others.  

Thanks also to the other trail guides.  Jimmy, Steve, Bryan, and Melanie. To Dee for all your work and all the guys that helped during the work to lay the trails.  Things couldn't have ran any smoother.

Look forward to next year already!
 

Marlo Riley