Tails to Tell

Top Dog

Buddington’s Star Spangled Banner (aka “Banner”), Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, 7 years

Impressed? You should be; you’re looking at a champion. As one of this year’s grand champions of the American Kennel Club’s National Agility Championships—among a dozen other regional and national titles—let’s just say this dog knows a few tricks.

I also compete in other dog sports, like scentwork and rally, and I am working on my certification as a Champion AKC Trick Dog. Not every pup is a born athlete, but I was one of the lucky ones.

When I’m not competing, I spend my days in my Oakland Park home with my humans and my son, Jet, who has become a fine athlete and competitor himself. I couldn’t be prouder—unless I win the next one!