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U-UD Grouse Rouster B-Ty UD, RE, NAP, NJP, TD, VCD1, JH, CGC, NAVHDA Utility, U-CDX, CDX, NA, OAJ, TDI, VBSA

Update February 25, 2006:  Add another title for B-Ty! Ty is the first Spinone to ever earn the title of UKC Utility dog. Thank you Berdell!

B-Ty with a beautiful point!
B-Ty holds a beautiful Spinone point! What a dog!

The most 'titled' Italian Spinoni in the USA! 

Ty and his trainer, Berdell, have enjoyed a unending friendship over the years! Together, they accomplished so many incredible things, that the Spinoni Club of America created a special trophy called the 'B-Ty Cup.' It was presented to him in 2002 because of his outstanding achievements in so many areas. He's a hunter, tracker, companion, and his latest fun, agility. There is no end to what this dog can do.  

He's a champion!  We thank Berdell for all the time and love she put into his life. We thank the SCOA for their thoughtfulness in recognizing Ty and Berdell. They both truly deserve special recognition. 

Ty was from our 2nd litter, whelped in 1997

Add herding to his life too! Ty tackles sheep herding! Ty herding dog
Ty on birds at Hickory Run Berdell and Ty - the retrieve! Ty retrieves a goose! Morning after--a well earned rest for the big guy!

Ty's latest skill, agility!

9/27/05
Mike and Marge, Ty is still going strong.  Imagine 8 1/2 years and just starting his Agility Career.  Ty completed 2 Novice agility titles this past weekend.   This I believe makes him the first Spinone to earn the VCD1 title.  (Versatile Companion Dog)  As always thanks for sending him to me.
Berdell

B-Ty Cup

B-Ty Trophy

Here's what all those titles stand for:

U-CDX -- United Kennel Club Companion Dog Excellent

American Kennel Club titles:
UD -- Utility Dog  (He completed a CD and CDX to be able to work for and earn this title.)
RA -- Rally Advanced (He finished the Rally Novice before working toward this title.)
NAP -- Novice Agility Preferred  (Preferred means he jumps lower than normal.)
NJP -- Novice Agility Jumpers with Weaves Preferred (There are no a-frames, dog walks or titter in this venue.)
TD -- Tracking Dog
VCD1 -- Versatile Companion Dog (He earned at least a CD obedience title, TD and 2 agility titles to earn this one.)
JH -- Junior Hunter
CGC  -- Canine Good Citizen  (Basic, usually a first title when just getting started.)
NAVHDA Utility  Thanks to you for making me aware of NAVHDA; Ty gladly earned this one!
Berdell

 

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Mike & Marge McCormick
Revised date:  07/05/2006