Sadly, we have had a need to update our Rainbow Bridge page.  Chester and Yoda left unexpectedly to join their friends in the meadow.  We will miss you little guys, but know that you are now free from the pain you were feeling.  

With the appointment of five new Victorian Judges, competitions for the now nationally recognised sport of Dances with Dogs Freestyle & Heelwork to Music will start in Victoria soon.  We will post details of competitions as soon as they are available.

Melbourne Canine Freestyle was once again invited by Dogs Victoria to participate in the Big Day Out for Dogs in December, 2009.  It was once again a very successful day, with the weather being kinder to us this year, and the hundreds of dogs and people attending thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The team once again showed some of their routines, and followed up by inviting members of the audience and their varieties of dogs into the ring for some instruction in how to teach their dogs freestyle moves.  Sharen's new Sheltie pup Kricket made her debut appearance at 3 months of age, being a great hit when she was learning the basics of jumping through a hoop.

We are very much looking forward to another visit/weekend workshop by Richard Curtis in April.  Richard gave his last workshop here three years ago, and all who attended found it a very instructive and enjoyable weekend.  Although all places for handlers with dogs are taken, there are still some spots left for attendees without dogs.  For more information, contact Sue Cordwell.