[Ostory]

I continue to work with my dogs even after they are finished with their competitions. I watch them in what they can do, and can't do. Sometimes I may lower the 1 meter jump half way, so that the dog can make it without difficulty. Still the dog loves to work, maybe they can't do as well as they did at one time, but I believe it is better to push them. Or I should say I allow their drives to push them. I have some old girls that are as slow as maliace (sp?), but they still like to chase after the ball. I just don't throw it as far for them. I can tell when they have had enough. I can also say that I know they are in some pain, they still like to get their juices going. It is painfull for me to play golf, but I still do it. It is the same with dogs.

Understand owners being over protective, but sometimes you may want to consider that in the wild the dogs only live until they can't catch prey. It is natural for the dog to work with pain, it is good for the dog in this way. Even though it may be tough for the dog the next day, it is better for the dog's inner self.