Sam's Finishing Picture

Champion Samantha

It's been a while since I posted about Samantha's travels with Greg Larson.  Pictures have finally arrived and my schedule has finally given me a day to catch up!

After winning her first weekend out with Greg in late March, Sam consistently won or took reserve at almost every show.  Here she is winning her first major with Greg in North Dakota early in June.  She went on to win her second major two weeks later in Minnesota and her final point the next week in Illinois I believe.  Not sure of all the dates - I can barely remember what day it is today!

Anyway here she is with Greg and judge Paula Hartinger.  Thank you Paula for this nice win!

Many thanks to all of the judges that put Sam up, to Greg Larson for his lovely presentation and to Tiger Allen for flying Sam to and from Minneapolis.  She'll finally be home this week!

Samantha will not be bred until 2012.  I'm still looking at my options there.  Whoever the lucky boy will be - you can rest assured he will be special!  ;)

HELP! Two dogs in need!

These adorable Daschund brothers need a foster or furever home.  Gil and Bert are 5 years old and need to be placed in a home by Monday, May 23rd.  They are currently located in Phoenix, AZ.  They were fostered by a family who had an emergency and could not keep them and then went to a temporary foster who needs them re-homed by Monday because of too many pets in her household.  Can you or anyone you may know open their heart and their home to these sweet boys?  Please email me if you are interested in more information or if you have access to an open rescue/foster situation.

Samantha's Third Point

Samantha is out being shown by Greg Larson.  This was her first point with Greg going Best of Winners.  The judge that day does not like hairspray - so here she is au'natural!

It's Dinner Time!

It's A Girl!

I am happy to announce that Violet had her ONE puppy on Thursday morning at 4:30am - a black and white girl!  Momma and baby are doing quite well.  Their check-up at the vet today went great!

CH Xeralane's Johnny Angel  x  WoTeH'sin Booty-N-Charm

For anyone wondering - this little girl is staying right here for now!  :)

AKC Breeder Of Merit

I am excited to announce that today I was formally notified that I have been honored by the American Kennel Club as a Breeder Of Merit!  AKC notes that the Breeder of Merit Program honors breeder/exhibitors' dedication and hard work as they continue to produce dogs that are healthy, capable, and beautiful. 

To qualify for this honor, a breeder must meet the following requirements:

    * Has a history of at least 5 years involvement with AKC events. 
     * Earned at least 4 Conformation, Performance or Companion event titles on
       dogs they bred/co-bred.
     * Member of an AKC club.
     * Certifies that applicable health screens are performed on the sire and dam
       as recommended by the Parent Club.
     * Demonstrates a commitment to ensuring 100% of the puppies produced are
       AKC registered.

I am proud to have achieved this recognition!