Last year's haul
Last week it finally hit me that fair was rapidly approaching. I really haven't done much with Jethro in terms of showmanship and groundwork this summer... Whoops! He has mainly just been learning new tricks, playing fetch, going on nature walks, and having spa days.
After realizing that all he really did was walk politely at my shoulder and halt when asked, I slightly panicked because trotting, backing, haunch turns, and the like are required in showmanship patterns. I made it a priority to begin working with him on showmanship twice a day whenever I could — once in the morning and once in the evening.
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Showmanship last year |
As of today, he can correctly transition and stay at my shoulder in both the walk and the trot, halt the second I ask, back, and do a forehand turn. Now we have two days to pick up the haunch turn and sidepass. Haunch turn is my first priority!
This past week has pretty much just been cramming for the final test after not paying attention the entire semester. Not a recommended tactic!
that pic of him from last year is too cute ! good luck!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulates awards! Good luck:-)
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