My Dog in Pike Position

Matilda, my rescue dog of 2 years, is equal parts hound, deer, bat, and Olympic diver. Here you'll find a collection of this funny animal sleeping, lounging, creeping, and posing in her storied pike position. pike [pahyk] noun Diving, Gymnastics. 1. a body position, resembling a V shape, in which the back and head are bent forward and the legs lifted and held together, with the hands touching the feet or backs of the knees or the arms extended sideways.

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Textbook paw placement with a closed pike, extending nearly to the nose. Loss of points for untucked ears.

Total: 9.0

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Halfway between a closed pike and a cannonball. Creative, but the judges were generally unimpressed.

Total: 8.7

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Matilda in half pike with a right-paw scoop. Both ears tucked, demonstrating impressive control.

Total: 9.4

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Open pike with front legs extended, also known as "The Flea." Impeccable form.

Total: 9.7

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Matilda displaying proper form with a closed pike. Slight deduction for open right ear.

Total: 9.2