COAL - handled by Debi

       

Ch. Boreal’s Diamond in the Rough, HIC, CD, RA goes by the name of “Coal.”  His dad, Mike, thinks he is the most awesome Sheltie to come around in years.  And it is pretty hard to disagree with him.  To help Coal reach his full potential, Mike decided to share him with Debi who has been training him in sheep herding, Obedience, Rally, Agility and Flyball, while Mike continues to show Coal in Conformation and take him to Providence Children’s Hospital as a Pet Partner Therapy Dog.  He’s quite the busy boy and he loves it.  You’ll rarely catch this charmer when he is not smiling.    Back to top






















AMBER - handled by Debi

       

Amber was born to be a Sheltie Princess on September 1, 2003. She spent her first year grooming to be Miss K-9 Alaska, but wanted more than the beauty pageants had to offer. So, she found a new home with Killian and started on her athletic endeavors. She found agility to be a lot of fun, and for a short time thought she would try her paw at herding. Then the flyball lessons started. Amber recently inspired a new flyball training term, "The Amber Sandwich!"  She also found she really loves to be cheered on by the crowds. Amber has earned titles in Obedience, Rally and Agility including her CD, RN, NAJ, NJC, NAC, S-TN-N and TN-O. In 2008, she earned her FD then her FDX in June 2009.  Amber has become more and more solid and proved herself in November 2009 - she earn her FDCH!     Back to top





















NIKO - handled by Melissa

       

Niko has been a wonderful addition to her new family. She is full of energy and never tires out. Niko likes to run around, have a good time, and thinks everyone is her friend. If you happen to have a few treats in your hand she will show you all her tricks…and then some more tricks! She knows eventually you WILL give her the treats. Niko is smart and brilliant, and she knows it! She loves to talk and will chat your ear off if you let her. Niko looks up to her bigger brother Bosco and learns everything he teaches her. She recently figured out all the pieces to flyball and is having a wonderful time running the full course.  Niko can't wait for the next tourney to show off everything she has learned. She is also a proud member of the first Husky flyball team in Alaska!!!!!!    Back to top
























BOSCO - handled by Melissa

       

Bosco is a Miniature Australian Shepherd born in November, 2001 in North Carolina.  His first dad didn’t have enough time for a puppy so he found Bosco a new home.  Bosco moved in with Cody (GSD), Cheyenne (Yellow Lab) and his new Mom and Dad.  As an Air Force family we later moved from NC to Alaska.  In Anchorage we learned about agility, then heard about flyball and had to give it a try.  We were hooked!  Bosco still likes agility and has several titles, but he lives for flyball.  When it comes to practice the world stops and flyball comes first!  His fastest time is 5:37, achieved at the Alaska Summer Solstice Tournament 2008.  Our next military assignment was Las Vegas.  Although several thousand miles away we will never forget our (four legged and two legged) friends.  We look forward to coming back to Alaska every year to play flyball.  Bosco has earned his FDch-Silver (NAFA) and Top Flight III (U-FLI).

 

U-FLI is the United Flyball League International.  Top Flight III is 1,000 points.  Back to top 






















MACHJIC - handled by Pauline

       

Machjic was just learning to catch a triggered ball but sadly had to retire from flyball before getting a chance to compete. He has gone on to successes at US Obedience & Rally and is a very charming fellow to watch in the ring. Back to top 






















MISLE - handled by Pauline

       

With just over 4 months of training Misle competed in her first flyball tournament in May, 2009. Due to a previous injury from long ago, not flyball related, Misle has retired from flyball but still comes out to cheer her former teammates on!  Back to top

 





















BREEZE - handled by Brian
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Breeze (Bree) was born on August 19, 2008. She came from Redtop Kennels in Caldwell, Idaho.  Brian and Heidi purchased her as a wedding gift to themselves.  She came home at 7 weeks and fit in very well with their other two dogs.  Immediately, it was apparent this was a puppy that LOVED people, balls and tugs. They started taking her to flyball practice at 7 weeks.  At around 10 weeks old they decided to see how Bree would do running over a single jump. To their surprise she ran over all 4 jumps and attacked the tug!  From that point on she progressed very quickly. She is now just over a year old and shows lots of potential. In her free time, she enjoys doing agility, playing Frisbee and ball. She also enjoys herding sheep, her sister Lucy and the vacuum cleaner. Here is some more news.  Bree competed in her first and second tournaments in November 2009 and was the youngest competing Alaskan flyball dog!.  She was quite the start dog for all 48 heats and clocked a blistering 4.14 twice.   UPDATE!!    Bree finished her third and fourth tournaments in March 2010 and it seems she's only getting faster. Get this flyball fans...Bree broke the sub-4 mark with a 3.96 (0.02 start and 3.94 line-to-line). How many times will she break her own record as a start dog?!    Back to top





















LUCY - handled by Heidi

       
Lucy is a Jack-Russell/Rat Terrier or Jack-Rat. She was born November 1, 2005 in Carnation, Washington. She began flyball when she was 11 months old and has been progressing ever since. Lucy has earned a few titles in flyball and hopes to earn many more! In ther free time she enjoys laying in the sun, doing agility, sleeping under blankets, eating and playing with squeaky toys and her beloved babble ball.  She lives with her two Border Collie siblings and is still adjusting to the fact that she is not the fastest dog in the house.  Back to top





















ROCKY - handled by Kathy

       
Kathy and Rocky attended their first flyball class in January and went on to successfully compete in their first tournament 6 months later. Rocky earned his FD in June, 2009 and on the verge of his FDX...way to go!  Wait a minute, he got his FDX in November 2009.  He's a strong boy - pulled his mom on her back, twice in the same practice!  In 2010, Rocky's brother Toby is trying his paw at flyball.  His mom says Toby is on the 10-year plan but we're all still pulling for his success.   Back to top

BISCUIT - handled by Bill


Bill attended the flyball class in January of 09 and competed with Biscuit, a petite Border Collie, 6 months later in the Summer Solstice tournament.  Biscuit did an outstanding job earning both her FD and FDX. In fact, she ended the day with 430 points!  You might as well say Biscuit grew some wings.  Besides earning her FDCH and FDCH-S in November 2009, she lit up the lane by running the first sub-4 in Alaska.  Her 3.95 (including the 2-ft pass) gained her fame and is also her best time.   Back to top























CHIP - handled by Lorel and Gerry



More to come....find out more about Chip by visiting www.flyballdogs.com/slammers

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DARBY - handled by Dawn



When Darby came into the world I think he barked out "FLYBALL"!  This sweet little wire-haired Jack Russell was made for this sport.  He was born on April 9, 2009 to a breeder in Palmer.  Darby has a great personality and cute as a button.  His favorite things to do are cuddling, chasing his sister Deja, treats, and sleeping under the blankets.  His mom, Dawn, first heard of flyball from Deb her puppy trainer from ACT.  One word -- hooked!  It is very exhilarating and exciting to watch but even better to participate in.  Back to Top






















DEJA - handled by Wayne



Ready!!! SET!!! Get your Tiara!!  Deja Vu Bell joined her forever family at just 9 weeks old in June 2009.  She met Darby and adopted him on the spot as her official 'sheep'.  She adores the attention of her dad when it comes to grooming time and loves getting into races with Darby in their back yard.  Deja's favorite treat is to curl up on the floor for an evening massage.  Deja has been recognized as a canine good citizen and will hopefully be assisting other shelties in her sheltie club with therapy duties this summer, just a couple more hurdles to overcome!    Back to Top






















SKYY - handled by Elissa/Debi



Skyy's bio, courtesy of Elissa, coming soon!     Back to Top