Nikon (Alta-Tollhaus Bono) earned his NAFA Flyball Dog Champion title (along with the two titles below it) last weekend in Davisburg, MI. This was his first NAFA tournament. He did really well and we got a lot of compliments. He stands out for his size (even though he’s only 75lbs) and was the only GSD in the tournament. One person on a world record team complimented his technique and my handling. He thinks he’s a lot better/faster than he is but that’s the most important thing, right? He just loves to race!
Passed out at the hotel
Guarding the door!
Doggie pacifier
Nikon’s latest flyball video. The “box cam” angle at the end is kind of cool. We’re working on his stride between the last jump and the box, hence the giant cavalettis.
Bravo Nikon and Lies. I really love the video, it looks like he is having a blast and really giving it his all.Great photo’s too.
Woot-woot! Way to go, Nikon Flyball Dog Champion! Very nice video.
Congratulations Lies and Nikon.
We loved the video and Nikon looks great.
Congratulations!!!! What a nice compliment! The pictures are great as always. I will have to watch the video when I get home.
Congrats he looks great and gorgeous to boot :))
Bailey sends a big congratulations to her bro and thinks she would like to try that sport too. Anything that involves a ball must be good!
Best door alarm ever! Congratulations on your success in Flyball.
DuKes’ Ma, Terri
Congratulations, Lies! You must be so very proud of Nikon. What a team you are! You continue to strive to improve his runs, and he is so eager to please. In that last run, the direct camera angle really demonstrates his efficient smooth movement: like a top runner, his gaze is straight ahead, keeping his neck and back in perfect alignment. There is no diversion or wasted energy. His running is springy yet quiet in its fluidity. As exciting as it is to watch the video, it must be absolutely amazing to be there watching it live. If you attend an event in the Northeast, please let us know.
Also, we loved the pictures! While the video demonstrates his remarkable athleticism, the pictures really highlight how beautiful and sweet he is. I think it was Julie that said, “not only are they top performers, but they look good doing it!”
Nice job Lies and Nikon. He definitely does it all and he is such a handsome boy.
Congratulations. Now GO HERDING and catch some sheep.
I wish we had a like button!