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Baylor, a poodle belonging to Mexia’s Linda Gann, won a first-place trophy and Blue Ribbon for Outstanding Dog at the five-week obedience school held by Jim snd Marjorie Parks. He is shown here with his handler, Linda’s husband, Greg, and their granddaughter Britton “B.B.” Wood shortly after winning the award. Linda said Baylor will now take advanced classes to begin his training as a therapy dog. “He’s such a sweet dog and loves people and other animals,” she said. “And most of all, he’s very smart. He’s a standard poodle, a BIG BOY!