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Purple Dragon K9s Performance Team
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Suzanne with Vega, Cavu, Granger and Kalvin
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Vega
Vega is an Australian Cattle Dog Mix with a big personality and a love for action. At just a year old, she already holds beginner titles in parkour, trick dog, and nosework and has recently begun competing in rally. Vega has been training in competition obedience since she was six months old and thrives in high- energy sports like agility and frisbee. When she's not showing off her speed and skills, Vega enjoys ear rubs, cuddling on laps, and being told she is the prettiest girl in the world.
Granger
Granger is a 5 year old German Shepherd. He was born to be a seeing eye guide dog and completed guide dog training but he decided to change his destiny of being a seeing eye dog and instead lives up to his nickname, “Granger, the Good,” as a therapy dog and canine blood donor. He has over three years of training in obedience, agility and rally competes in all three sports. He is a certified therapy dog who visits schools and libraries and has children read to him.
Cavu
Cavu's motto is "if you throw it/hide it/drop it, I will retrieve it and bring it back to you". He is a 2 year old intense working line sable German Shepherd who participates in obedience, agility, dock diving and lure coursing. He is a happy boy who learns quickly and with LOTS of enthusiasm. Cavu is a blood donor through BluePearl Animal Hospital in Paramus. Donated blood is divided into three parts and saves the life of a military dog or a beloved pet.
Kalvin
Kalvin is a 5 year old German Shepherd dog born to be a seeing eye guide dog. He completed guide dog training. He has over 3 years of training in obedience and agility and competes in both sports. He is a certified therapy dog who visits schools and libraries and has children read to him. He is also a canine blood donor for Blue Pearl's blood bank.
Breed Information:
Breed Information: The German Shepherd is a working dog that was developed in Germany in the late 1800s from herding and farm dogs. They are known for being intelligent, loyal and alert. They are frequently used as guide dogs, service dogs, watchdogs and used by the police and military. (Adapted from Britannica.com.)