SG'S THIS AIN'T MY FIRST RODEO
CGC CGCA CGCU TKN VHMA DJ DS
ALL ABOUT RIDER
Nicknames: Ry Ry, Handsome Pants, Tigger, RiderRoo
Birthday: 03/30/2023
Weight: 65 pounds
Occupation: Activities Director / Physical Fitness
Favorite Food: String cheese, Beef Liver, Pupcups
Hobbies: Dock Diving, Fetch, Any Adventure, Swimming
Loves: His people, Water, Outside, Training, A Good Nap
Dislikes: Missing Out On Fun, Fruit, When Mom Puts My Ball In Jail
Hi, I’m Rider.
High drive, big personality, and always ready for the next adventure. If there’s a job to do, I’m in. If there’s water involved, I’m already there. I don’t walk anywhere if running is an option.
I’m a dock diving pro and genuinely believe any body of water exists solely for my enjoyment. Lakes, ponds, sprinklers, buckets. If it splashes, I’m interested. I can clear a six foot fence without breaking a sweat, which is impressive but also apparently “a concern,” according to my parents.
I thrive on purpose. I love scent work, I’m working on my hunting title, and I’m happiest when my brain and body are both fully engaged. I go hard, but I also have an excellent off switch. When the work is done, I’m all about being close, settling in, and soaking up affection.
Despite my wild man reputation, I’m incredibly tender. I love deeply and with my whole heart. I give the best hugs and I have these eyes that get me out of absolutely everything. I don’t mean to manipulate. It just happens.
More than anything, I want to make my people proud. I live for praise, connection, and being part of whatever is happening. Adventure partner, working dog, loyal best friend. That’s me.
My flaws? I might have a little too much confidence in my athletic abilities and a tendency to believe fences are optional. But honestly, life is short and rules are flexible.
The good? I’m driven, affectionate, intelligent, and endlessly devoted. I bring energy, joy, and heart to everything I do. I’m Rider, and I’m always ready for what’s next.
Temperament
Rider is energetic, confident, and intensely people focused, with a temperament built for work, adventure, and partnership. He has a high drive and strong athleticism, paired with an excellent off switch that allows him to settle calmly when the job is done. Rider thrives when given purpose and direction and is happiest when both his mind and body are fully engaged. Despite his intensity, Rider is deeply affectionate and emotionally sensitive. He bonds closely with his people and is highly motivated by praise and connection, always striving to make those he loves proud. He is intelligent, eager, and quick to learn, with a strong natural instinct for scent work and field activities. Rider’s combination of drive, tenderness, and loyalty makes him both an exceptional working dog and a devoted companion.
Accomplishments
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Titles: Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Canine Good Citizen Advanced (CGCA), Canine Good Citizen Urban (CGCU), Trick Dog Novice (TKN), Virtual Home Manners Adult (VHMA), Dock Junior (DJ), and Dock Senior (DS).
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Training: Excels in dock diving, scent work, and advanced obedience. Highly driven, fast learner, and thrives in structured training environments with clear goals and challenges.
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Sports: Active competitor in dock diving, currently working toward his Junior Hunter (JH) title and Fast CAT (BCAT).
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Strengths: Exceptional athleticism, strong work ethic, excellent off switch, intense people focus, high drive balanced with emotional sensitivity, and a deep desire to please his handlers.
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