USDAA Agility Trial in Manchester, NH (31 December 2004)

Harry became the mini class Champion of the 60 Weavepole Challenge. His name is now engraved in the perpetual cup. His time was 14.51 seconds. Harry's friend, Yuki, could also do all the 60 weave poles. She came in fifth. Advanced Standard 1st Place Qualified-2 (31/12) Advanced Gamblers 1st Place (31/12) 60 Weavepole Challenge Mini Class 1st Place (31/12)

USDAA Agility Trial in Chatham Center, NY (27-28 November 2004)

It was a little dark in the ring so Harry could not see well. He crushed into the tire once. He was also kicked by his master when doing cross behind. But he did not mind it at all. He was perfect with all contacts! Masters Jumpers 3rd place Qualified-2 (27/11) Advanced Gamblers 1st Place (27/11) Advanced Pairs with Sexy Sadie 1st place Qualified-1 (27/11) Advanced Standard 2nd Place (27/11) Advanced Pairs with Maddy 2nd place (28/11) Advanced Standard 2nd Place Qualified-1 (28/11) Masters Snooker NT (28/11)

USDAA Agility Trial in Mont Clare, PA (23-24 October 2004)

The master's class is much more difficult than the advanced. Harry did very well, but he missed the seesaw contact a few times. Advacned Standard 2nd Place (23/10) Advanced Gamblers 1st Place (23/10) Advanced Pairs with Katie 1st place (23/10) Master's Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-1 (24/10) Advanced Standard 1st Place (24/10) Master's Snooker NT (24/10)

USDAA Agility Trial in Elkton, MD (15-16 October 2004)

It was raining hard, but it did not ruin Harry's enthusiasm towards agility. Harry earned his Agility Dog title and Advanced Snooker title in this trial. Harry did perfectly well with all the contacts. Starters Standard 2nd Place Qualified-3 (15/10) Advanced Snooker 1st Place Qualified-3 (15/10) Advanced Gamblers 2nd Place (15/10) Steeplechase Local Qualifier 2005 5th Place (15/10) Starters Standard 1st Place Qualified-4 (16/10)

USDAA Agility Trial in Middle Island, NY (9-10 October 2004)

Harry earned his Advanced Jumpers title. He became more confident in trials. He runs fast, but he still tends to miss the dogwalk's contact. Advanced Gamblers 2nd Place Qualified-1 (9/10) Starters Standard 2nd Place (9/10) Advanced Pairs Relay with Spencer 1st Place (9/10) Starters Standard 3rd Place (10/10) Advanced Snooker 2nd Place Qualified-2 (10/10) Advanced Jumpers 2nd Place Qualified-3 (10/10)

USDAA Agility Trial in Carmel, NY (2-3 October 2004)

It was cool lovely autumn weather. There were only three dogs who were qualified in Advanced Snooker. Harry needs only one more standard leg for his Agility Dog title. Starters Standard 1st Place Qualified-2 (2/10) Advanced Gamblers 2nd Place (2/10) Advanced Pairs Relay with Angie 1st Place (2/10) Advanced Snooker 1st Place Qualified-1 (3/10) Advanced Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-2 (3/10)

USDAA Agility Trial in Gamber, MD (25-26 September 2004)

Harry did very well with contact objects this time. He got Starters Titles in Gamblers, Snooker and Pairs Relay. Starters Gamblers 2nd Place Qualified-3 (25/9) Starters Pairs Relay with Luka 1st Place Qualified-3 (25/9) Starters Snooker 1st Place Qualified-3 (25/9) Starters Gamblers 1st Place Qualified-4 (26/9) Advanced Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-1 (26/9)

USDAA Agility Test in East Durham, NY (10-12 September 2004)

Harry was too excited and kept missing the contact zone. Yet, he did an amazing job in Steeplechase. He also got Staters Jumpers Title. The winner of Steeplechase was Bailey the Jack Russel. Bailey is the current US Champion. She was super fast, yet extremely accurate. One day, Harry will run like her. Starters Gamblers 2nd Place Qualified-2 (10/9) Starters Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-2 (10/9) Steeplechase Local Qualifier 2004 2nd Place (11/9) Starters Pairs Relay with Darby 1st Place Qualified-2 (11/9) Steeplechase Round II 2nd place. Won Cash Award!(12/9) Starters Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-3 (12/9) Starters Snooker 1st Place Qualified-2 (12/9)

USDAA Agility Trial in Bedford, MA (4-5 September 2004)

Harry's very first USDAA test. He did extremely well and earned lots of blue ribbons and toys. Starters Standard 1st Place Qualified-1 (4/9) Starters Gamblers 2nd Place Qualified-1 (4/9) Starters Pairs Relay with Pip 1st Place Qualified-1 (4/9) Starters Jumpers 1st Place Qualified-1 (5/9) Starters Snooker 1st Place Qualified-1 (5/9)

Best of All Award in Trick Contest (3 July 2004)

Harry won the Best of All Award in a trick contest. This contest was organised by Sue Sternburg's Roundout Valley Kennel in NY. Harry showed off his new "Ring Around the Rosies" trick. First he weaved around his master's legs as the song went "Ring around the rosies..." When the song came to "All fall down!", he went down immediately. Harry was given a bag of chicken treats and a frisbee.

Champion of Dog and Owner Look Alike Contest (27 June 2004)

They are the champions! Harry and his master really look alike. All judges in the contest agreed. This contest was organised in the Riverside Park by NY Journey. Harry was given a tug toy, lots of treats and Disney 102 DVD in a huge food bowl.

1st place in Barking Contest (27 June 2004)

The first place in a barking contest organised in the Riverside Park by Journey NY. Harry was the loudest barker. He barked loud and sharp with the "Speak!" command. Other dogs also did well while some did not make any sound at all. Harry was given a rawhide bone and Dog Friendly New York Guide 2004.

4th place in Tunnel Madness (11 June 2004)

Harry came fourth in Tunnel Madness. There were six tunnels. They had to be negotiated in the order they were numbered. He got a ribbon and a tug ball as a prize. This competition was organised at the Camp Gone to the Dogs in VT.

Special Prize in Sheep Herding Award (11 June 2004)

Harry is probably the smallest herding dog ever. He quickly learned to herd sheep. He was confident with his job. He was given a squeaky sheep toy as a prize. This evet was organised at the Camp Gone to the Dogs in VT.

Passed Therapy Dogs International Evaluation (10 June 2004)

Harry was certified as a therapy dog by Therapy Dogs International. He loves to get attention from people. He loves to share his happiness with people. Therapy work should be a perfect job for Harry.

Passed AKC Canine Good Citizen Test (10 June 2004)

Harry is now a canine good citizen certified by American Kennel Club. Yes, mixed breed dogs can earn this title from AKC too! He did perfectly well in the test. He followed his master's commands, he did not bark to other dogs, he did not jump up on friendly strangers, and the most difficult of all, he could ignore huge doggie biscuits lying on the ground. He is a respectable citizen of the community.

1st place in Gamblers (9 June 2004)

Harry won the first prize in a Gamblers competition. He earned 60 points in 57 seconds. The prize was a purple slip leash. This competition was organised at the Camp Gone to the Dogs in VT.

Champion of Whole Hog Contest (9 June 2004)

Harry won the Whole Hog Contest. There were cheese, banana, tomato, tofu, pineapple, sprouts, coconuts, green pepper and olive on the plate. Harry ate everything and wanted more. He was given a ribbon and a huge bone shaped biscuit. This contest was organised at the Camp Gone to the Dogs in VT.

2nd Place in Snooker (8 June 2004)

Harry came second in his very first snooker competion. He did exteremely well, although his master made handling mistakes twice. Everybody said that Harry was such a forgiving dog. Because Harry did not mind his master's handling mistakes. Harry always passes the goal line with a big happy smile on his face. This competition was organised at the Camp Gone to the Dogs in VT. The photo shows all the prizes that Harry earned in the camp.

Grand Prix of Dr. Gelman's Gong Show (18 April 2004)

Harry won the Grand Prix in Dr. Gelman's Annual Gong Show. He won a prize of $2 "Cold Cash" ($2 in a frozen cup). He showed his new tricks: Sit, Down, Stay and Come Weave around the legs. Roll over (or Cleaning the Floor Trick). Speak. Take a bow. With that $2, Harry bought a nice box of chocolates for his master.