My interest in Obedience started in 1982 with the purchase of my first puppy, a miniature schnauzer. Since that time, dogs and the sport of obedience have been an important part of my life. I have trained five dogs through Utility; two dogs completed UDX titles and I am currently working on the coveted OTCH title. In addition to training and showing my dogs at AKC events, I bring my dogs to public schools where I share information with elementary age children about being a responsible dog owner. I demonstrate with my dogs some of the exercises learned in obedience classes.

Becoming an obedience judge is another extension of the sport that I love.  My first Novice judging assignment was in 1993 and I have been approved to judge all classes since 1997. I look forward to each show I am invited to judge and have had the wonderful opportunity to judge the National Obedience Invitational Shows in 1999 and in 2005. I also enjoy judging and showing in Rally.

I am employed by the Robbinsdale Public Schools as program director for early childhood education, and as time permits, I enjoy traveling, reading, swimming, and biking.

Thanks again for thinking of me.

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