AKC/Eukanuba Nat'l Championship

[DynamicDuo]

Don't forget about the show being on TV tonight at 8pm on Animal Planet and Discovery. Good Luck to all the Dobermans!

Don't forget to cast your vote on the website for your favorite dog: THE DOBERMAN!!!!!

http://animal.discovery.com/convergence/eukanuba/akcchampionship/akcchampionship.html

[SnuzerDog]

Yes! It's show season again... :D

Caught the first 1/2 of the show tonight, up through the Working Group, then had to walk my dog :D. Saw the Dobe, but I don't think the handler was very experienced as she seemed to have some difficulty in moving the dog and getting a flow. The commentators did have some nice things to say about the breed, though. What I did think was interesting was the recap of the 'World' show that they aired, and occurred I guess, sometime in the recent past- and there were I think three Dobes in the finals, and one from Chile or Argentina won best in Group! An incredibly handsome animal.
Also was intrigued by the German Pinscher that was shown- you can definitely make a case for that animal being root stock for the Doberman...:)

[jelly8bean]

I did find it interesting that the world was won by a dobie, though you seldom see them winning group in the US. May say something about our breeding programs. But the best thing I saw was the companion dog award. I loved it..this is from the AKC website.

Exemplary Companion Dog: "Annie" owned by Donna Rock of Lacombe, LA
Annie is an 8-year-old Doberman Pinscher, who has comforted her owner Donna Rock through loss, given her hope, and provides the assistance necessary to help her achieve her goals. Born without arms, Donna originally purchased Annie to be her companion and to train for obedience competition. The two developed such an exceptional bond that Annie became Donna’s service dog, assisting her with everyday activities. Together, they have excelled at the higher levels of obedience competition, where verbal commands are not allowed and the dog must respond to signals. Donna and Annie have earned numerous Obedience and Agility titles, including the prestigious Obedience Trial Championship (OTCH) and the crown jewel in Agility, the Master Agility Championship (MACH). Their teamwork, skill and performance inspire those at ringside to understand the true purpose of the competition.

In 2005, when Hurricane Katrina hit, Donna lost her home, belongings, and even her place of work. Donna, who is employed by the USDA, was temporarily reassigned to work in Washington, DC. Through it all, Annie was there for her owner, helping her in the subways, on escalators and navigating through large crowds of people. Annie has loyally remained at Donna’s side, giving not just physical, but emotional support as well. Their amazing bond is the key to their success, not just in Obedience and Agility competition, but also in their day-to-day challenges.

[Dobs4ever]

Jelly - I have met Donna and watched her work at shows several times and she is one amazing woman. She run agility with Anne and those two go anywhere and do anything they want. I fear she puts us all to shame that have our arms - she does everything with her toes. Even unclips the leash off Anne if although Anne just drags the leash and stays right with Donna. She also was presented at the DPCA Natls in 2006 service dog of the year. Awesome pair.

[Big Dogs]

Now thats inspiring and goes to prove anyone can strive and achieve what ever there goal is with there dog when giving it your all. That is truly awesome!

[RKCM]

Amazing people that do so much! It's a wonderful story of a true hero.