Hey everyone, I’ve known Laurel my entire life and she is a great friend of mine and an amazing person. She loves her dogs and just does this sport because her dogs love it too. Please don’t be so quick to judge. Your opinions would be completely different if you met her in person 🙂

spitfire was like " I am the champion , give me that!"

I loved watching Spitfire trying to get the toy at the end. That was such a classic move by the champion 😄

The pool needs to be longer. If you look, the dogs are having to turn side ways as they land in the water because they are afraid of jumping too far. The pool needs to be ten feet longer.... at least. Especially when "Spitfire" jumps; he is jumping into the water not up and out over the water. Of course I am talking about the distance jumps.

Man how i end up in these weird corners of the Internet I'll never know

*Hey everyone,* listen to the OP here. These dogs are amped, and they perform for their owners out of joy and love for what they do, not out of fear of abuse. A few minutes ago, I was watching the Crufts 2019 Flyball finals, and those highly-motivated dogs had to be handled the same way, or it would have been chaos. And look at Sounders when Laurel sets him on his mark--he's calm and focused on the bumper. @Spitfire the Whippet, thanks for the ending note. Just being a dog.

Spitfire seems really interested in Sounders' toy!!! Loved it. I would appreciate both of them, they both did a great job, didn't they!? ❤

Best part of this video is the ending! That dog wanted that towel!

I think Spitfire is loved and from a dog owner that is all he wants,he has a great owner I am glad for them both

Sounder swims like a typical Whippet with that egg beater splashing style. Spitfire is a far more graceful swimmer.

Really love to see the bond and chemistry that the two of you shared. Especially when you hyped him up for the run way. I instantly fell in love with Spitfire and you when i saw the ESPN documentary just an hour ago

Honestly, watching Spitty play tug-o war with Sounders at the end was just epic to watch! It was the highlight for me! Both dogs obviously loved it. So nice they are friends too!

Lol a competitors spirit is something one is born with. This was great and hilarious!

This has to be the most amazing dog and handler I've seen and the bond,you melt my heart whenever I watch you but the award ceremony was the funniest thing,I was doubled over laughing,spitfire always seems so well mannered but he wanted that toy

1st and 2nd winner dogs were so funny at the end! I near on wet my pants laughing at them! 😄

Oh that tug of war over the toy was too adorable! Spiti was the winner, but he still wanted that toy Sounders had. I've only just learned about Dock Diving Dogs and saw the CNN special on you two. I swear, he looks as he could achieve ORBIT. Long may he fly!

I loved the end, he was determined to get that toy, next time maybe bring his own toy.

Sounders trainer need to be trained will. He just left Sounders as not care infront of the audience.

I have a super high energy drive dog. When we are getting to the start line of agility or lure coursing I too have to hold her up by the collar. If she got all four feet down she'd be off before she is allowed. The collars are super wide and minimally impact the dog's breathing. It is no different that letting the dog lean into the collar and drag the handler on its impact on the dog. Just a tad safer so the dog doesn't blow the start before everyone is ready for the dog to go.

LOL Spitfire is so competitive!

Sure to be a competitor at this level, you need the genes. But to set world records. The dog have to love it! Tbh, I dont smile because of his performance. I smile because I see a dog who loves what he is doing! (Because he is a champ, has he become more unruly and cocky? And he is 7, how long can he compete on this level?) Yes, knowitall yt users. A dog doesnt really understand. But they feed of the energy and respect. And he knows that he is great at his job!

Spitfire is the "GOAT!"

bruh is no one going to talk about the second clip the girl dragged her dog.

I love the way Spittie went after that toy! 😄💗💖

OMGosh I never laughed so hard as Spitfire grabbed Sounders toy and they were having a tug O' War not once but twice !!!

Made my day. Quality tv 📺👌

Spitfire and Sounders should have a playdate next time so that they’ll learn how to share. 😂 Beautiful dogs and great handlers!

At the end was like a fight match the athletes were talking mess to each other, in this case, pulling that rope

New sub here! Spitfire is so fun to watch! This is so awesome!

Sounders is a little bigger that Spittie, goes to show you that the “it’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the fight in the dog” adage may have something to it!!! Pretty obvious that both dogs are loved and enjoy pleasing their owners.

Do not apologize! I literally smiled when they started playing tug of war!

Towards the end when Saunders and spittie were fighting over that toy, if you notice the other dog owner walking away , as if she was telling her dog, ‘let’s go miffy , these 2 are savages’, 😂😂

the tugging was hilarious hahah

Awesome

*Hey announcer!* Really? "Little Miss Sydney." Really? "The kid." Really! Yet you use Laurel's full name when introducing her, and you don't refer to her marital status. Ms. Mackey is a young adult with an obvious talent for training a great dog, and your means of identifying her doesn't accord her the respect she deserves. In fact, it's offensive and diminishing.

U dont have to apologize it was cute!!

Ahahah That Spitfire, you gimme your TOY I M THE BOSS, you owe me EVERYTHING ! 🤣

I just recently discovered Spitfire through the ESPN video, and I'm totally in love with him. You two have an amazing bond and he looks like he loves you so much. Also, I adore your usage of the Street Fighter IV versus theme. EDIT: Had the wrong Street Fighter game number.

Doggy trash talk! 😎💖🌟🤗 Then dog park afterwards! Whoo! Maybe my next dog will be a dock dog. 😃

No one can beat Spitfire, he is a god!

not a fan of the way laurel handles her dog

Dogs still fighting over plastic float thingy. We we are in charge

Congrats Spitfire!! 🏆👏

Well who was the number 2 ranked?? Why not show all 3?

No it was just some good natured fun.

Thanks for the video, I enjoyed watching it, especially the tug-of-war at the end! :) :) Congratulations to you and Spitfire, good job. ----> I *DO NOT* like the way the person handling Sounder jerks him up by the collar and drags him around! How would she like it if they were dragging her around like that! :(

I have SpitFire Jr he is Amazing his name SuperNova his dock was recently finished it's amazing how he is natural and lives for the Chase. I paid 3k for him. SpitFire Jr aka SuperNova.

Wish you let them play together at the end there heheh

Love the end, Spitfire -hes the man!

Spitfire and Sounders....they ain't finished yet...sounders said "but mom....he got the win today...I'm not letting him win the tug of war too...let me just have this...I'll be good. " 😄

Spitfire my idol

OMG he cant let sounders be the one with tht thing in the mouth

You can see his tail wagging mid air

Wait, Alex Jones is announcing dog jumping now that all his channels got banned?

Spitfire is now 10 and Sounders is now the world champ and has set the new world record at 36 feet

Did anyone else notice how spitty actually stutter stepped to time his jump right at the edge of the dock. Look at his legs closely and see the front legs.

Give me that damn toy, you LOOOOOSER! LOL I have to say, as someone who has owned and fostered greyhounds, and is a certified vet tech - Laurel had a martingale (sighthound) collar on Sounders, and so she wasn't hurting him in the least. These collars are very wide and soft, and won't injure the trachea at all.

I am sure everyone involved are good people and good dogs... But it is clearly a Rocky vs Drago situation... Drago ( Sounders ) bigger younger stronger vs Rocky ( Spitfire ) mature heart of a champion & desire to win for Sydney

I love how spitfire handler respect him

Why is that lady dragging that dog by the collar?

spitfire made sure he takes everything including sounders toy.

Spitfire is a boss dog and he was just letting them know that’s mine! Run it!

It's normal he said i won , that's my toy !

Spitfire 😍😍🙌

That commentary tho.... 😀

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Loved the tug o war at the end and thanks for explaining the reasoning behind allowing it because that's important for every dog owner. Also to all of the commenters here complaining how these dogs are treated and handled... unless you've handled a whippet or any high prey drive dog that is completely nuts to get in the game, you don't have a clue how powerful and strong they are. One of mine goes to the line at lure coursing walking on her hind legs while I try to control her. Another one would pogo face level to me while incorporating a few barrel rolls in the mix. Another one has to be held super tight on the dock or she'll jump for the hell of it, toy thrown or not. Most whippets are 30-40 lbs of muscle, speed and slither and they can take you down to the ground quick and you will end up being the one getting hurt. I've seen it happen to others and I've experienced it with my own whippets. These dogs are treated like royalty. They couldn't and wouldn't compete if they weren't.

Spitttttttfitrrrerer for the Winnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn yessssddssss!!!!! Good boyyyyyyyyyy

Sounder should have NEVER had a toy during the reward ceremony. The other dogs did not have toys. This was a very ignorant decision on Sounder's owner. It was not a spitfire issue at all. I hope the rules are updated for future competitions. The girl who was spitfire's handler was gracious to apologize. Good for you for being the better person even thought it was not your fault or spitfire. You handle spitfire with love and care. Sounder's handler needs to understand dog behavior 101 with toys. You handle your dog like a big bully too! I feel sorry for Sounder's life with you.

sounders owner seems like a nut the way she handles him

7:28 so funny

Spitfire is smaller yet pound per pound he's a supreme athlete.

The amount of ignorance and fatphobia in these comments is sickening. Lauren is using a martingale collar on Sounders, she’s not choking him, martingale collars are way wider and gentler than regular collars. And it’s disgusting the way these strangers online feel entitled to comment on another person’s physical appearance and weight. Lauren’s gorgeous and a great competitor, and Sydney and Spitfire respect her.

Sounders swims the same way that bricks dont Whippets are hopeless swimmers Ha ha ha its mine,no its mine Least aggressive dogs

I wish the lady let spit play with the toy at the end,,, for the dogs it was the 🏆…. I dunno.. maybe spit felt wronged or cheated 🤷‍♀️

why not bring your own toy?

The handler who holds the dog off the ground by the collar should be disqualified. 1:28

Laurel is such a brute handling her dog, she should be barred from competition. Go, Spit, go!!

Can Sounders not walk ? That can be the only reason its irresponsible owner is dragging the poor thing round like that.

Better than Ali v Frazier

She drug her dog by the neck.

Why is that beached whale so ruff with Saunders?

What's with dragging a dog on its hind legs by the collar? Disqualified by handling technique, or lack of it...

Sounders owner is so inhumane with her dog

I bet that ham beast was threatening to eat Sounders if he lost.

I have to add sounders and his handler also amazing pair

Think it would be better if the owners didn't bring their dogs to the podium with the very thing the dogs are trained to go after. Just an observation that would prevent the tug of wars. I mean of course the dogs are gonna want to go grab it... 😂

Sounder look a bit bigger, heavier.

Stop letting your insecurities stop hom winning . He'd have won, 3yrs younger, same lineage.. but worse owner

What’s with that lady choking the dog out that’s gross

I am glad Spitfire won! For one, Sounder is Ok, but his Fat Slob owner dragged him hanging by his neck! You'll notice if you review; that bothers me! GO Spitie!!!

To be clear: Sounder is younger, and bigger; despite this, Spitfire won bigtime. This has nothing to do with poor handling by his obese owner. Hope Spitfire had a great massage after!

The dogs should make their owners do some of these competitions. My lord Laurel you need to take care of yourself.

What’s the deal with that announcer? Waaaay over the top. I couldn’t finish the video due to his obnoxious style.

the dogs are the point. the coke-addled narrator obfuscates the point. lose him. the action is exciting enough without his irritating voice becoming a distracting sop to the lowest common denominator. this is not a car crushing derby., dude.

Tensile strength of fabric exceeded...yikes.

poor dog.. getting choked and dragged

Hang a cheeseburger out over the water and Sounder's OWNER might win the competition. 🤣

7:57 you didn’t have to explain it to anyone.. you can tell from there body language it was playful. These dogs are around dogs all day. Spitfire is the goat 🐐

6:45 see that’s the stuff you don’t see behind the scenes how much of a sore winner spitfire is. 😂