Here are pictures of our new family member Anabelle. She is a very sweet girl. She cannot replace Berringer but has already found a place in our hearts. Hope the pictures don't take forever to download. I am not very good at sending them...
Kathy Jackson, NE
Anabelle (Quax x Sira)
Kathy's family recently lost Berringer (Camp x Sammi). We're glad that Anabelle has fit right in and look forward to seeing them in obedience classes this summer.
Blitz (Lennon x Sammi)
Omaha, NE
Hoverythm von Holtgrew RN CD
(Half x Zarah)
"Mea" just finished her CD in three consecutive legs.
She is a beautiful working girl with utter kindness and devotion to her loved ones. Congratulations to owner Anna Asmussen of Bronon, IA, and her handler Steph Anderson.
Hi Jennifer, We wanted to let you know that JoJo (Carson) is doing fantastic down here in Texas. He’s a great watch dog and family member. He sleeps in the hall and keeps track of all the activities that go on in the house. He loves dressing up and getting pictures taken – he’s such a good sport. He’ll do just about anything for a doggy treat. His favorite pastimes are going for a walk, playing in the baby pool, barking at the door bell and corralling the cat. He’s a handsome devil with great markings and everybody always comments on what an amazing looking dog he is. Here are some pictures of JoJo and his buddy Wayne.
Take care - Tim
Arlington, Texas
JoJo (Rick x Biena)
Hi Jennifer,
Congrats on all the titles you and your gals have earned this summer. Attached are new Rudy pics. He is so handsome and his specialty is just clowning around. He loves to play and makes a fabulous companion for myself and my other dog Arlo.
Sharon, Pennsylvania
Rudy (Rick x Zarah)
Above - Rudy today
At right - Rudy as a puppy with his best friend, Rottweiler Arlo.
Hi, Jennifer and Christi,
I finally did the preliminary x-rays of Gaby's hips, and they look great. (I guess I put it off in fear of the anesthetic they might use, but, believe it or not, they were able to get good pictures without sedation.) I'll probably be sending them off to OFA this week. Her work is going extremely well. We are currently doing service dog training and serve as an "outreach ambassador," of sorts, with the American Service Dog Association. There's much left to learn, of course, but her temperament is well suited for this. We've been training in an area mall, nursing homes, and even Olive Garden. She goes with me everywhere, and performs beautifully -- even in crowded department stores. By no means do I think I'm some "master trainer"! It's Gaby -- She learns quickly and well and seems to love her role. This weekend I started her on those door buttons for the wheel chair bound to use, and I honestly think she'll have the skill in just a couple more sessions........
Nancy, Missouri
Gaby (Half x Maya)
We really enjoy having Sam here, he is the best thing in our lives, right along with our Cat Simon. thank you,
Sam (Quax x Venice)
Melissa & Bobby
Iowa
Pictured at his 1st Birthday Party!
Shika pictured with Sara. She is currently a competition and family dog in Texas.
Shika (Half x Sammi)
TJ, Texas
* This picture reminds me of our Sammi, lost last year. Sammi was shot in our front yard by a coward and a lowlife.
I went camping last weekend in Clear Lake had a ball. I even swam in the lake:)
Hope (Half x Zarah) wrote us using her owner's computer!
Lori, Iowa
We are going for walks in the morning and evening during the week and go to the park for walks on the weekend, she LOVES to ride in the car.
Jenn, Missouri
Naya (Quax Sira)
McKenna & Belle (Quax x Biena) live in Iowa. McKenna sent me this picture and told me she had a one year birthday part for Belle.
I can't imagine a cuter pair than these two!
Octavius is doing so wonderfully. He is the best puppy ever!! He was very easy to potty train and only ever had a couple accidents and usually when I was thinking, I need to take him out, I was right!! He is also so smart! You must have taught him the sit command cause he knew that the first time I said it. He loves to play fetch with a tennis ball, I make him sit first and then throw it he goes to get it and then acts like he is running back to me but then fakes me out and runs to the side, he is a kidder. He is very sweet and loving. He loves to bury his face and entire head in the snow while searching for a new smell. He also loves to sniff for tracks and follow them in the snow. Might be his talent and something I might look into training him for.
Michelle,
Octavius (Gusto x Sira)
Nebraska
Panzer is doing great. He gets along great with everyone. I invited a friend of mine over last night so his two year old and six year old could see him, and he was perfect. We are trying to get him used to as many new experiences as possible. My son and Panzer are bonding wonderfully. I don't know if Lori will see you at any dog events in the future, but if you guys did, that would be cool!
I hope you have a great Christmas. Tell your parents hello from us, and thanks to them for helping make Panzer such a great puppy.
Ron and Lori
Panzer (Half x Corida)
Nebraska
* We hope to see Lori and Panzer in the Rally ring in 2008 : )
Hi Jennifer Angl is doing great as you can see Sara and her are best friends. Now that it's cold Angl sleeps with Sara.
John
Angl (Rick x Sira)
Iowa
We want to thank Jen for bringing Naya back for a visit over Christmas break. She's a beautiful dog and really enjoyed playing with her sister on a cold day.
Pictured above, me with Navajo and Jen with Naya. At left, Jen and Naya on they day she got her. Note the complete difference in layers of clothes!
Naya (Quax x Sira)
Missouri
Meesha has turned in to a great dog. She is extremely smart and has an incredible personality. She only has a couple of issues. When she gets on the bed at night, she stretches out and will not move. Tony and I have to fold ourselves around her. During the day, she will not give up, but when she gets on the bed at night she is out like a light. She also loves to get in vehicles. I sent a couple of pictures of her in the car and motor home. She thinks that the only reason we have them is to take her on an outing. She cant wait to go to "Grandmas" house because there she can do no wrong. She also like to pester my brothers cat. Puppy class is going well, although she stretches out and falls asleep. The other dogs are barking and making a ruckus and she will lift her head every once in a while and stare them into being quiet. She is learning alot and we are thinking about putting her into the agility class. Her favorite thing besides sleeping in the bed is going outside with the Akita and seeing who can bring in the most mud on their feet. I cannot wait for summer. When she gets tired outside she "knocks" on the front door and comes in and takes a nap to recharge her batteries.
I just want to thank you for her. She is such a great addition to our home. Some of the things she does brings tears to Tony and my eyes because she reminds us so much of Kia. Then in the next moment she does something that is only from her. Hope you like the pictures.
Theresa
Meesha (Gusto x Sira)
New Mexico
*They drove all the way from New Mexico to pick her up a couple of days before Christmas in their motorhome. Bottom right picture was taken that day.
Rainy and I happened to be outside the other day at just the time the school children were coming home. We must have at least 20 that pass by here every school day. She was just in heaven with all the kids stopping and trying to get their hands on her to pet her. Not at all timid or overwhelmed by the number of children.
Helen
Rainy (Eick x Fuga)
Iowa
I hope all is well with you and your family. Panzer is doing great. He won first place in one of his puppy classes by doing "sit and down" more times than any other dog. He was allowed to pick out his own toy from the toy box, and he picked out another ball to play with. He is such a wonderful dog... He really is a great dog. You can see in his eyes that he really is trying to please us and do what we ask. He is very focused on all of us in the family. My son is the one that is taking him to his puppy classes on Mondays, so they are bonding even more.
Ron & Lori
Panzer (Half x Corida)
Nebraska
Wow, Panzer sure is growing fast! We have so much fun with him and he with us. He loves playing out in the back yard when it's warm enough for him to be out there for more than a few minutes. Our cat seems to be used to the fact Panzer is here to stay but doesn't go out of his way to make contact with Panzer. Thanks again for such a wonderful dog!
Cliff
Ponch aka Panzer (Half x Corida)
Iowa
We got Rommel (Flex) back in 2005. I just wanted to let you know that he’s doing just fine and send you some photos of him playing with our son outside in the yard. He’s a really good dog, a little on the energetic side, but he’s great with the kids... He is just as beautiful as his father is!
Best Regards,
The Diaz Family
Flex (Half x Atti)
Florida
At right - today and below as a puppy
Eden von Holtgrew RN, Narcotics Certified
& Trish Iverson
Our good friend Trish has done a great job with Eden. To say she's a special dog just doesn't do her justice. Who knew the cute, but naughty little girl on the right would turn into the accomplished dog on the left! Good luck to this team in 2008. Eden (Half x Sammi)
Dear Jennifer -
Its been less than 24 hours since Minnie moved in, and she is fitting
right in. Calmly napping in the house, vibrant on our walks, and of
course, affectionate and attentive all the while. Follows me from room
to room unless told to 'stay'.
She and Bacchus are getting on great, no fighting. She shows respect -
gives him his space, licks his mouth corner, and will move to lie down
a little further from me if he wants to lie down by my feet...Here are a couple of photos of this sweet sweet dog, taken on my back porch.
We are all having a great time!
Many thanks for breeding and raising Minnie so well! I think this is
the beginning of a beautiful friendship...
-- Yoni (South Dakota)
VP Hermione von Holtgrew RN (Half x Zarah)
* Good luck to this new team, as I hope they compete later in 2008!
