A Big Day At The Show

Aug 202024
 

Carlo and Millie went to their first show.  They are too young to compete, but they need the exposure of a show environment.  They both did great!  They met lots of new friends, both human and canine.  They practiced walking on a leash.  They had lots of treats!

This is also the day Carlo goes to his new home with Sheri. She’s teaching him to stand like a show boy.

It’s not easy for me to say good-bye to this little guy, but I know I’ll be seeing him in the future.

Millie and Carlo are exhausted after their exciting day!

More Visitors

Mar 292024
 

Chewie and Dash have come for a visit while their family is on Spring Break

The boys have taken over my chair!

Nine Months Old

Oct 162023
 

The puppies from Gloria’s last litter are now nine months old.

Kevin, formerly known as Lucky #7, is on the right. He is sitting beside Auntie Violet with Grandma Flo-Jo looking on. All are interested in the carrots they are about to receive

This is Kevin’s sister, Vera. She looks much more “chill” in this picture than she is in real life.

Superstar Brinkley

Nov 092022
 

Superstar Brinkley has been working hard!

His titles include Canine Good Citizen, Two Legs of Novice A Rally and Advanced Trick Dog

Bridget Comes For A Visit

Jul 042022
 

It’s been a year since I’ve seen Bridget (now known as Daisy)

She came for a visit yesterday and it was wonderful to see this lovely, happy little girl.  She had fun with her Bichon relatives, too.

Bridget recognizes her former home.

What a beautiful little girl! Her parents are Donald x Violet.

Happy Birthday to You!!

Oct 162021
 

Daisy (aka Bridget, aka orange girl) is one of the sweetest Bichons I’ve bred. I love her and so does her new family.

Blue (who was blue boy) was quite shy when he was a puppy.
Socialization works. He is now known in his neighborhood as “Mr. Social.”

Today the litter from Donald x Violet is one year old! Happy birthday to this happy group!!

Bailey (green boy) gives kisses even when he has to wear a cone! I had the privilege  of watching him for a couple of weeks while his family was on vacation. He and Junebug had a fabulous time.

Dash (gray boy) got to go to school for a blessing of the animals.

Pixie (pink girl) loves the beach. She is also training for agility and conformation.

Junebug – 12 weeks old

Aug 242021
 

It is time to groom Junebug again.  I can’t say she enjoys the experience,

but she was better behaved than the last time she was groomed.

Junebug has had a growing spurt lately. She now weighs 4 lb. 12 oz. Her second set of puppy vaccinations will be given this week.

Almost 10 Weeks

Aug 082021
 

Junebug is much better behaved this week.   Being nine weeks old must be like the “terrible twos.”

We typically do our puppy evaluation at 10 weeks old.  Structure and movement are checked to determine if the puppy seems like a good candidate for the conformation show ring.  Attitude plays a big part, too.  Junebug has the attitude part down pat, and I’m happy to say she made a good  showing in the other areas as well. 

The leash training has paid off! This is the first time Junebug walked outside on the driveway.  If she could talk, she’d say, “Hey, I’ve got this!!”

Not All Sweetness and Light at Nine Weeks

Aug 032021
 

Junebug has had some issues this week.  She has been disciplined a couple of times by the older dogs….once because she bit her father, once because she got in Gloria’s face and barked and barked at her.  The girl hasn’t any siblings to teach her manners, so she is learning (hopefully) some doggy etiquette.

Today she got in trouble with me during a brushing session.  She threw a little temper tantrum.  She has to learn that behavior is NOT allowed.

In spite of disciplinary issues this week, we love the little girl to bits.  She has brought a lot of fun and laughter to the family.

In four days, Junebug will be evaluated to see if she will be a good show dog. She and I are practicing her leash work so we can get a good idea of her movement. Attitude? She has plenty. Saturday’s evaluation will be for structure.

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