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
Grand American - Orangeburg, South Carolina. The January 1st opening ceremonies of Grand American mark the traditional start of the coonhound year! The first big competition event of 2009 will take place this weekend, with nite hunts and bench shows, the exciting start of a new Purina race, and of course great food, entertainment and fellowship. Head to the fairgrounds in Orangeburg this weekend to ring in the coonhound New Year!
Find an event in your area. 
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The immediate ancestor of the Toy Fox Terrier is the larger Smooth Fox Terrier. Owners of these brave little dogs found that the smallest, which they called "runts", were the scrappiest of the bunch. These little dogs were prized for their temperament. Smaller dogs were developed and eventually were found in the seven-pound range. The United Kennel Club began registering the Smooth Fox Terrier in 1912. Between then and the mid-1920's, the Toy Fox Terrier was developed, being a miniature of the previous breed, however they were still registered under the name of Fox Terrier (Smooth). Those dogs appear almost identical to the dogs of today. It was not until February 24, 1936, that U.K.C. began registering the Toy Fox Terrier under its current name. |
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