The quest for the 'perfect dog'
Kim Fundingsland/MDN - - Dog trainer Tom Ness holds Cassie, winner of two National Championship placements. “I knew right away she was something special,” Ness said. Cassie’s owner lives in New York City.
MENOKEN -- It may not seem probable that a dog trainer who has 13 field trial champions in two different breeds to his credit, and who has trained hundreds of dogs, would still be seeking the “perfect” dog -- but he is. Tom Ness of Oahe Kennels admits to a lifelong love of dogs. He’s owned and trained many of them that have been the envy of fellow handlers, but the “perfect” dog still eludes him. “You know, I’ve had some really good ones in several breeds. I’m still looking for the best one,” Ness said, leaning back in his chair in the combination office/utility room at Oahe Kennels. “Right now I’ve probably got the best competition dog I’ve ever had. I placed her in the last two nationals. I’m still looking for perfection though. I’ll just keep trying.” Ness is hoping that one puppy among six nestled in a whelping box inside his home will become the perfect dog. He knows he’s getting close.
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OUTDOOR NOTES
March 13: Spring crow season opens.
March 15: Permanent houses must be removed from all North Dakota lakes. Houses and portables can still be used but must be removed daily.
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INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN – Within the property of this international park is a two-story building that was completed in 2006 – the North American Game Warden Museum.
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