Who is Batman

Batman is my trusty dog sidekick. I cannot remember a time when I did not have a pet. My parents were always yelling at me because of all the strays I brought home (really mom, that kitten did follow me home). We lived in an area that was a prime dumping ground for unwanted pets. They were all the best pets I ever had, so I continue the tradition. Batman came from the Indianapolis Humane Society. He picked me. I generally go for terriers or border collie mixes. But, Batman looked so pathetic in his cage and he gave me such a hopeful look that I took him out for a walk. When I kneeled down to pet him, he jumped up, put a paw on each shoulder laid his head down by my head and sighed really loud. I had to get him.
He is my first foray into dog training. While three of my past dogs went to basic obedience, Batman and I go to regular dog training each week (twice a week even), where we practice the elements for a sport called Schutzhund. See my links or Wikipedia for information on the sport. I have never had so much fun. Batman is really smart (if I do say so myself). He is actually much better than I am at dog training. I have learned that handler error accounts for most dog mistakes. Luckily, Batman is a forgiving sort. He just wants to be with me and be doing something.
So far, it's tons of fun and he just won his first ribbon at an Companion Dog Sport Program trial. I was very proud of the little guy.
Connie