I meant to take lots of pictures of our dogs at the show. Alas, I forgot. However, Nor-Cal Buldogger captured this photo of Wilson.
Our good friend, Cheryl, drove several of our dogs to San Diego for the Bichon Frise Club of San Diego’s 50th and 51st specialty shows. The dogs had a very fine time playing with each other. Baby Chandler was also on the trip. The experience was good for him. He learned about new places, new people, new dogs. What fun the boys had!
Cute Morgan felt pretty special after her “new do”.
The puppies had a socialization experience this week. They went to class to be around other breeds of dogs and to hang out in a new place. I took both so they could have a buddy to give them confidence. They thought it was great fun. They each also got to go around the ring on their show lead, and to stack on the table. They did better in class than they do in their practice sessions at home. This week we will to go to another class, but one pup will go and one will stay home. Haircuts are also on the agenda.
Chandler is sprawled out, hoping his sister will share her chew with him.
No way am I giving up this “bone”!!
The final series of puppy shots was completed this week. The pups are wearing collars so they will get used to having something around their neck. Morgan is fine with it. Chandler (yes, Brown Boy has a new name) thinks his life is over when he wears his collar. Tomorrow they will go to their first handling class. For the most part they will sit on the sidelines and get used to new noises, smells and different breeds. I expect each will also get a turn on the leash.
Last Saturday, January 12, while attending the dog shows in Puyallup, Lisbon (aka Green Girl) came for a visit. It has been a while since I’ve seen Lisbon (sometime this summer) and it was so fun to see her. Here I’m getting a Lisbon kiss. Sweet girl and a wonderful family.
After 3 days of shows where Oliver went Select Dog each day, he has now earned his Grand Champion title. He also placed in Group each day in the Owner Handled ring.
