One Up Max Blog

Lights, Camera, Action!

Lights, Camera, Action!

Next stop, the catwalk! Even though I'm not a cat, it’s just the natural next step after in-studio and outdoor photo shoots, right? Mom and her friend Barbara said I did really well! “Photogenic” is the word they used. I don’t know what that means, but mom takes...

Letter to Santa Paws

Letter to Santa Paws

Dear Santa Paws, Hi. It’s me, Max! Friends call me One Up Max. Its sort of my staple, like your whole red suit thing. I only have a few minutes to write you because my mom is calling me down for agility training, but she can wait. This is more important! I’ve been...

Winner, Winner! Three First Place Ribbons!

Winner, Winner! Three First Place Ribbons!

Being in the “championship” level is tough. I can’t make any mistakes anymore. I have to weave the poles perfectly from beginning to end, take all obstacles in order and clear the bars without knocking any over. You’d think this was a given, but in the beginner levels...

Yummy, Yummy Pumpkin for My Tummy

Yummy, Yummy Pumpkin for My Tummy

There are a number of things I love about fall. I love the cozy sweaters I get to wear. I love napping in mom’s bed under the covers. I love warming up by the fireplace. And now I really love pumpkin! My love for pumpkin started when I visited the pumpkin patch this...

The Klimb: My New Platform Training Device

The Klimb: My New Platform Training Device

I get excited when I see packages on the porch after running errands with mom. After all, they do come from one of my favorite people – the mailman! The other day we came home to a large box on the porch and this package was even better because it was for me! We...

Time Out: Agility Is On Hold

Time Out: Agility Is On Hold

Tomorrow’s forecast: sunny with a chance of naps and indoor playtime. It has been so hot lately that I have not been able to practice my agility skills. I usually go see Jessica (my trainer) on Thursdays to get me ready for the weekend trials (competitions) but I’ve...

Home Depot Adventures

Home Depot Adventures

“Batteries! We need batteries!” When Mom says this, I know that means we are headed to our favorite store – Home Depot! It’s dog friendly, which means I get to be captain of the cart and lead the way. As I navigated, Mom pushed. We made our way through the store,...

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