Patti Engleman’s dog, Tyra Banks, is a 77-year-old Xoloitzxuintli, a Mexican breed known for its speed and agility. Recently, Tyra achieved a milestone in her career. She won the 12-inch height division at the AKC Agility Invitational in Orlando, Florida.
Tyra finished the course in 29.597 seconds, earning her another title. This win is impressive, considering Tyra has Cushing’s Disease, a condition that could end her career at any moment. Engleman says making it to invitationals was on her bucket list for Tyra.
Engleman is grateful for the time she has with Tyra and is making the most of it. “It’s okay, we are going to manage it, and we are going to keep having fun,” she said. Engleman’s dedication to Tyra is evident in their training sessions.
As they prepare for their next competition, Engleman reflects on Tyra’s journey. “Invitationals was one thing with her in her lifetime, and we made finals, and we won,” Engleman said. Tyra’s victory is a testament to her speed, agility, and Engleman’s training.
Tyra Banks’s victory is a remarkable achievement, considering the challenges she faces with Cushing’s Disease. Engleman is proud of Tyra’s accomplishments and is cherishing their time together. As they look to the future, Engleman is grateful for every moment they share in the agility ring.
In addition to her agility training, Tyra also participates in therapy work. She visits nursing homes and hospitals, bringing joy to those she meets. Tyra’s friendly demeanor and gentle nature make her an ideal therapy dog.
Engleman is proud of Tyra’s accomplishments, both in agility and therapy work. She is grateful for making the most of it. As Tyra continues to compete and participate in therapy work, Engleman is cherishing every moment they share.
This news story was originally published by Alaska’s News Source.
