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Heather, who has recently moved into a new home with her family, has a full house. Along with her three dogs - Lupa, a high-energy Malinois; Falkor, a Miniature American Shepherd with a big personality; and Rebel, a feisty miniature Poodle - her family now includes two sheep and many ducks.
Heather has a long history of dog training and has competed in both obedience and agility. However, when Lupa sustained a shoulder injury during an agility session, it appeared their competitive days were over.
Determined to find a low-impact activity to keep Lupa mentally and physically engaged, Heather discovered the sport of Hoopers. What began as a solution to help Lupa stay active quickly became Heather’s new passion. She loved the sport so much that she decided to become a qualified instructor to share it with other dog owners.
In November 2018, Heather officially became an accredited Hoopers instructor. While older dogs can still compete, Heather has made the decision to retire Lupa from competition due to his 'go hard or go home' nature, ensuring he stays healthy for years to come.
Her new competing partner is the small but mighty Rebel. In their first two competitions, the pair have already proven to be a formidable team, securing first, second, and fourth place finishes.
