Steve Corbin and Rico
Steve and his gorgeous three and a half year old Dogo Argentino Rico reside in Plainwell, Michigan. Rico makes for a striking image on the dock, and is proof that any breed, any size dog can have fun in the sport of Dock Jumping!
How did you get into the sport of dock jumping?
I learned about the sport through a friend who was already into it.
How long have you been competing in the sport of dock jumping?
We’ve been competing for almost three years, since 2005. The Cherry Festival 2005 in Traverse City, MI was our first event.
What do you do to train for dock jumping?
Thankfully, we have a friend who lets Rico and I borrow his dock to practice on. We also train at local lakes in the area.
What attracted you to the sport of dock jumping?
The people, fun, excitement, and most of all ...the dogs!
What is your dog’s favorite throw toy?
It is a toss up between a pig ear and an Air Kong. One he’ll bring back and one he’ll eat!
What other activities do you do with your dog?
He is a tracker a (blood trailer) with a fantastic nose, as he has assisted in deer recovery for the handicapped with some awesome success.
Any advice for others who want to get into this sport?
Just do it... get wet, its great! You and your dog find some water and jump in. Throw a toy and tell him to go get it. After that it’s all about having a blast!
Anything else you would like to add….
I have seen spectators come and watch, the next thing you know, they are back with their dog having a good time. Since our very first jump I am still trying to figure it out—who’s having more fun the people or the dogs?!
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This Weekend At UKC
UKC is pleased to announce that the running of the 2010 UKC World Squirrel Dog Championship will take place in Franklin, Indiana, and will be hosted by the Johnson County Hound Club. The event date will be Saturday, March 20th. New this year will be last chance qualifying events which will take place on Friday, March 19th and will feature a.m. and p.m. qualifiers. There will also be a World Championship Bench Show which will take place Friday evening. Clubs wishing to conduct qualifying events between now and then are encouraged to call UKC Field Representative Eugene Hill (256) 596-0568 or UKC Field Representative Marty Stanton (812) 343-0958. Good luck to all ! (More Information).
National Hunting Beagle Association Days is also this weekend in Missouri. Come on out and enjoy the event with us! NHBA sectional runoffs on Friday and a 2 day hunt Saturday and Sunday.(More Information).
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