Finn Flying High!

[finn's mom]

I haven't posted photos in awhile...so here are a few for those who miss my boy. :) These are from two different days, two different docks. We practice his dock jumping and now his extreme vertical as often as we can. He's getting into great shape, but I'm feeding him twice as much now because of it! :rolleyes:

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One more post!

[finn's mom]

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All three dogs at practice. Freckles and Dudley aren't obsessed with the water and the dock like Finn is, so they aren't as reliable off leash. But, they make great cheerleaders! ;)

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Hope you all enjoy these photos. :)

[Riptide]

Good boy, Finn! He'll be a star for sure :D

[elizabethann]

Those are cool pictures of Finn flying. He must be in such awesome physical shape. I love seeing dogs that are fit and Finn is one fit dog.

[Kfamr]

He's in such great shape, Kari! That's cute that he has two little cheerleaders. :D

[Jadapit]

Wow Finn, your flying high! He looks wonderful Kari. Great pictures. I agree with Kay, his cheerleaders are so cute. :)

[finn's mom]

Thanks guys! He is in awesome shape. His endurance is ridiculous, now. Which is good and bad. :) It takes us much longer at the docks to tire him out. He is lookin' and feelin' great, though! (Quite a different shape than he was a year ago!) :o

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Thank goodness I got him back in shape. And, he's getting us in great shape, too! :D

And, yeah, Freckles especially is Finn's number one fan. We have tossed the idea around of getting her a little cheerleader outfit or something to wear at the events. ;) I'm pretty sure we're getting tshirts made for his family and friends, and we'll get a doggie one for Freckles.

[Kfamr]

The cheerleader outfit is such a cute idea.

I had the same thought as you, of him a year or so ago and how you were saying he needed som trimming down. Well, you guys have done a great job!

[finn's mom]

The cheerleader outfit is such a cute idea.

I had the same thought as you, of him a year or so ago and how you were saying he needed som trimming down. Well, you guys have done a great job!

Thanks! It's been a good year for our Finn. :) When my parents saw him in Alabama in April, my dad was floored. He wouldn't have a dog in the shape that Finn's in, but he appreciates the fact that he's an athletic dog again. :D

I'll be sure to post photos if we ever manage to get Freckles in a skirt, haha.

[gemini9961]

He looks great Kari and he sure seems to love his new sport. Such a handsome boy and now so fit. :)

[cyber-sibes]

Looks like he's found his passion! He does look great, and his cheerleaders are too cute! Nice to see your boy again :) .

[BC_MoM]

The lighting in those first few shots is AWESOME!

[Daisy and Delilah]

WOW!!! Kari, Finn looks awesome!! Great action shots. You guys are made for this--I love it!! Freckles and Dudley are adorable too. :D

[finn's mom]

Oh, you guys are so wonderful. I'm so happy that we have found this sport, it truly is Finn's calling! I knew I'd never get him into hunting or anything like that. And, I don't think he'll ever be calm enough to be a therapy dog (like I'd hoped for a split second when he was young!), so this is great to find a "job" for him. He's not only physically in great shape, he's a much more relaxed dog at home, mentally, too. :D

They all say thank you for the compliments!

[Tollers-n-Dobes]

Great pictures! Looks like he loves his new sport. I love the last one with his cheerleaders in the background.

[pitc9]

I loved the pic with his fan club cheering him on!!
I'm so happy for you all that Finn's found his calling and that you all are able to enjoy in on the fun!!

[Ginger's Mom]

Great pictures, I love the flying ears, and the picture of Freckles saying Go Finn! :D Very cute.

[finn's mom]

I'm glad I posted these. It's been awhile, but I'm glad you all remember us. :D

[Jadapit]

I'm glad I posted these. It's been awhile, but I'm glad you all remember us. :D


What? We could never forget you, Finn and the rest of the fur kids! :D

[ramanth]

I loved the first set of action shots. And as an added bonus, a rainstorm in the background. ;) :D

Loved the training shots too. Very cool contraptions!

[AdoreMyDogs]

Kari Finn looks fantastic! I really hope to be able to meet you guys soon :)

[finn's mom]

I loved the first set of action shots. And as an added bonus, a rainstorm in the background. ;) :D

Loved the training shots too. Very cool contraptions!

Oh, yeah! We were in between rainstorms, actually! :D We get them out there when we can! About five minutes after we got in the truck to leave, it started pouring. It sure makes for great lighting, though!

[finn's mom]

Kari Finn looks fantastic! I really hope to be able to meet you guys soon :)

I know, we need to hurry up before Quinn is driving! :rolleyes: :D

[finn's mom]

What? We could never forget you, Finn and the rest of the fur kids! :D

Aw, thanks. I'm feeling all warm and fuzzy. :D

[k9krazee]

Wow, Finn looks absolutely fantastic! Great pictures!

[Giselle]

Amazing shots! I'm always in awe of Finn's love of water and athleticism. He makes all of PT very proud :D

[cmayer31]

Wow, Finn looks great! Thanks for sharing the photos; I love watching his progress and the dock dogs in general. I saw an exhibit at the Del Mar Fair and it was amazing how far the dogs could jump.

Do the judges have a combination score for the extreme vertical and the distance, or are they completely separate?

[finn's mom]

Do the judges have a combination score for the extreme vertical and the distance, or are they completely separate?


They are separate.



And, thank you again, everyone, for looking at Finn's photos.

He does make me proud, I hope he makes you all proud, too! :D