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Yep basically what RosieFT said, those are the four main groups. I'm in the end group this year and I'm freaking out, I had two main goals for the summer break - fade out the target on the contacts and progress onto 12 weaves and I haven't done either! Terrible. Wonder if I can fade out the target in 4 days

No no you won't trust me! You'll be in a sea of lost people!

Go to the caravan thingy at the bottom oval , I'm not sure if they have a class with your dog this Tuesday or not, my guess is they would? When I enrolled Kyzer we had a class but I can't remember if that was the start of a term or not. Everyone usually gets there around 6.30 to set up equipment. Also, not sure if you already have, but if you download the form from the website (Under ACWA Membership Form on sidebar) it will save a bit of time.

How sad, Roc was a DOL Celebrity and was much admired. Sorry for your loss Rocco1, also Ralphdog, and Ralph of course who has lost his lovely big friend.

RS - ACWA have beginner classes on Tuesday night (they start this coming Tuesday) they are usually very busy for the first week or two with heaps of new people but then they quieten down as people lose interest Once you dog has mastered the basics you get moved up a class which is a bit smaller and more involved and starting to sequence etc.

Awww, RIP Toby, I grew up watching him on TV! He was such a smart boy. Great ambassador for the breed.

I feel a bit bad I just put them both outside, close the door, gather my things and leave Sometimes they see me go, sometimes they don't, I never say anything to them.

I also wanted to add as a side note that every single JRT I have met that was from a registered breeder was awesome, I've met about 8 now, owned by neighbours, and people at training, and they are all fantastic, friendly and I saw no aggression at all. I never liked them until I met these ones. I think the BYB / pet shops etc have a lot to answer for regarding the bad reputation of the JRT.

I would go if there was Lure Coursing here

Maybe contact the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of NSW, a lot of breed clubs have fun days and meets. http://www.therhodesianridgebackclubinc.com/ Otherwise there are regular DOL meets - check the DOL Social Events subforum. ETA: It's good practice to not let dogs in each others personal space at training, you should never let your dog into another's space unless their owner has said it's okay, this is for the safety of your dog, as the other dog may bite. The club probably have this rule in place to prevent dog fights and bites. Sometimes I wish our club had a strict rule about personal space! I go there to train my dog, not socialise him, sometimes other people don't understand that and let their dogs lunge all over him. Most are good though. I hope you find a nice big playmate for your boy

Dawwwwwwww! I was wondering the same as Persephone! He's adorable! He's got a bit of growing to do to fit that bed! I'm sure it won't take long.

So jealous of your piece of paradise, Mirawee!

I think Wazzat left DOL? I daresay they would be her dogs though! I'll have to find a paper today and have a look.

What about the jetty at Riverside Gardens?

Sorry for your loss Kelpie-i RIP Buddy, it sounds like you were one great dog.

There's also the problem that anything small and white with tan or black is labeled a JRT.

Whose name are the papers in?

I agree Deelee. As I said, we had about 12 at the meet who were fine but there may be some DA ones around that obviously wouldn't be taken to a meet in a large dog park. One MT owner here mentioned that her dog wasn't great with other dogs and that she wished she had socialised him more as a pup. I have worked very hard to socialise mine positively, but that was moreso because my other dog is fear aggressive and I am working hard on preventing issues like that this time around. I was specifically told by a MT breeder in Perth to get her meeting as many people as possible though. She's been carted to agility training and trials and shops and people's houses since she was little, time will. tell I guess.

I wouldn't describe mine as feisty, but I've heard them described that way. Also my 'Feisty Meter' is measured against my TT who is very feisty so it might be out of whack. Yes I agree with Cosmolo with the ongoing training aspect, mine likes to learn and needs mental stimulation and is noticably rattier if I haven't done anything with her for a few days. Also the good socialisation - they need to get out and see as many people and sounds etc when they are little, mostly people, because they tend to be reserved with strangers by nature. You want them to be reserved with strangers but not fearful of them. My OH and I both say ours reminds us of a Lioness, she stalks things in slow motion, especially my other dog, and will also lay flat on the ground to try and surprise him, or will creep up behind him, then run at him, quite funny to watch. I've never known other dogs to do this but found some videos online of other MTs doing the same thing. She also does mad pouncing and bats things with her paws like a lion

Actually, on closer inspection, I discover we have one breed club in Aus! And it''s in NSW. Maybe give them a go and they should know what's happening with MTs around NSW. Manchester Terrier Club of NSW 02 4578 4082 Ms D Hull Agnes Banks NSW 2753 Email: [email protected]

I'm not sure if they are common in the show ring in NSW? There's only one person here who shows them, he has a few, and there are a few shown in QLD, but couldn't tell you about NSW!

Oh he's beautiful! I like the ETTs too, don't see many around though unfortunately Although the boss of one of my local pet stores breeds them I suppose I'd better post some pics too

Sorry to hear about your MF, I have a Tentie which is almost identical to a MF and they certainly worm their way into your heart! I do think a Kelpie is a good recommendation and sounds ideal. If you want something a bit smaller and a bit more unusual have a look at the Manchester Terrier, their are a few around doing well in agility, I'm planning to do agility with my girl, she is motivated by food, toys, and praise, and is willing to please. They aren't really as 'terrier like' as other terriers, not too much of a size difference between a MT and a Smooth Fox Terrier. The MT may be a more suitable size for living with your MF because they are smaller. They have a smooth short single coat (shorter than a Mini Foxie). I don't usually recommend them but your situation sounds ideal and you have great breeders on your doorstep. There are good MT breeders in QLD who wouldn't mind you meeting their dogs, my girl came from QLD.

Hi there! I'm pretty sure I'm the only current Mannie owner on here at the moment! Angelsun has experience with MTs too. I have a 6.5 month old MT called Trixie, I adore her and she has made me fall head over heels for this breed, before I admired from afar Trixie is very people focused and loving, her breeder told me she was the most people oriented of the litter. She follows me everywhere I go and would be happy to be with me 24 hours a day! My other dog is quite aloof and independent so it's quite a change! She is very loyal to her humans, she is more bonded to me than OH. I can't leave a room without her following. She is very playful and is always up for a game. She pounces on things and is quite cat like really. Very jumpy (as in likes any excuse to jump and spring) and I have met others that are like this. When meeting other dogs she is initially unsure but warms up quickly. She's getting better. She's not really bothered by big dogs any more than small ones, most of our family's dogs are quite large, border collies and bigger and she plays well with them. I have heard that they need to be socialised well or they can become intolerant of other dogs, at our MT meet there were about 12 dogs and they all got on great without so much of a growl between them and all were off lead. They had no problems with approaching dogs either really. They are one of the more sociable terriers and don't have as much tenacity as some of the smaller ones who think that if someone starts something they need to finish it. She has never reacted in a aggressive way to any dog and the only time I have heard her growl is when she is trying to get another dog to play (accompanied by much wagging and play bowing) They have good potential for agility as they are quite athletic and are intelligent, there is one here who has quite a few agility titles - Foxwood Gatekeeper. I'm hoping to train mine in agility, I've taken her over puppy obstacles and she wasn't fazed, I've just been doing some basics really. She's a very fast runner, I'm hoping to use her powers for good not evil She catches onto things quickly enough, not quite as quick as my Tenterfield but his brain goes at 100kms an hour and he's highly strung, Trixie is more laid back. Motivation and rewards are easy to find because she loves to tug, loves toys, and LOVES food, she is also willing to please so I think she'll do okay, we're starting obedience classes next week too. Most of the MTs jump 400 height. They are quite Whippet like in the way they run, and they do love to run! Our MT meet basically consisted of all of the MTs doing flat out zoomie laps the whole time. They are also not tolerant of cold and much prefer heat! If it's 40 degrees outside it's not uncommon to find Trixie stretched out sun baking instead of chilling out in the air con! They have a very short smooth coat. They are not clingy with visitors like some dogs can be, I know when I have met other MTs at their house they have barked, sniffed me, then carried on with what they were doing. Trixie is much the same really, once she's said hello she just cruises around doing whatever she was before. She has won over many visitors who say they are big dog people and don't normally like small dogs, MTs aren't as 'small dog like' as other small dogs. She's quiet most of the time, only really does an alarm bark every now and then. I really recommend you meet some, in my experience most breeders are more than happy to answer questions and let you meet their dogs. Don't rule out looking interstate though, I had my girl flown from QLD. I hope that has helped, let me know if you need more info or feel free to PM me if you prefer

I know what you mean, mine just lay on the ground or Kyzer is a bit smarter and legs it for the nearest shade