Friday, May 20, 2005
Sunday, May 15, 2005
It has been a busy-while since my last post. The grass is greening and I have had to mow 3-4 times already. Spring in Cinti goes from March cold to mowing every 5 days. LOL My neighbor and I took "the boys" to the park this morning. It is becoming more obvious that Carlos is getting older in his hips. He is 8 years old now. He is running hard, quitting early, ready to go back to the car long before the rest of them. I have always fed him Nature's Recipe Lamb and Rice and they have all been very happy with it - and me. Our next trip, we will buy the Joint and Hip formula. The vet told me last month to give him glucosomine and chondroiton and now I think it is time to also add within his food. He is my first dog - of my own - as an adult - and he has taught me much. It is chilly today, but sunny. A good day for doing most anything. Give your pup a hug and enjoy it!
Thursday, May 05, 2005
If I didn't have dogs...
1. I could walk around the yard barefoot in safety.
2. My house could be carpeted instead of tiled and laminated.
3. All flat surfaces, clothing, furniture, and cars would be free of dog hair.
4. When the doorbell rings, it wouldn't sound like the NCDL kennels.
5. When the doorbell rings, I could get to the door without wading through dog bodies who beat me there.
6. I could sit on the couch the way I wanted, without taking into consideration how much space several fur bodies would need to get comfortable.
7. I would not have strange presents under my Christmas tree - like dog bones, stuffed animals or have to answer to people why I wrap them.
8. I would not be on a first name basis with three vets.
9. The most used words in my vocabulary would not be: out, sit, down, come, no, stay and leave him/her/it ALONE.
10. My house would not be cordoned off into zones with baby gates or barriers.
11. My pockets would not contain things like poo bags, dog treats and an extra leash.
12. I would no longer have to spell the words B-A-L-L or F-R-I-S-B-E-E or W-A-L-K.
13. I would not have as many leaves INSIDE my house as outside.
14. I would not look strangely at people who think having their ONE dog ties them down too much.
15. I'd look forward to Spring and the melting of the snow instead of dreading mud season.
16. I would not have to answer the question: Why do you have so many dogs?
..from people who will never have the joy in their life of knowing they are loved unconditionally by something as close to angel as they will ever get.
17. How empty my life would be...
1. I could walk around the yard barefoot in safety.
2. My house could be carpeted instead of tiled and laminated.
3. All flat surfaces, clothing, furniture, and cars would be free of dog hair.
4. When the doorbell rings, it wouldn't sound like the NCDL kennels.
5. When the doorbell rings, I could get to the door without wading through dog bodies who beat me there.
6. I could sit on the couch the way I wanted, without taking into consideration how much space several fur bodies would need to get comfortable.
7. I would not have strange presents under my Christmas tree - like dog bones, stuffed animals or have to answer to people why I wrap them.
8. I would not be on a first name basis with three vets.
9. The most used words in my vocabulary would not be: out, sit, down, come, no, stay and leave him/her/it ALONE.
10. My house would not be cordoned off into zones with baby gates or barriers.
11. My pockets would not contain things like poo bags, dog treats and an extra leash.
12. I would no longer have to spell the words B-A-L-L or F-R-I-S-B-E-E or W-A-L-K.
13. I would not have as many leaves INSIDE my house as outside.
14. I would not look strangely at people who think having their ONE dog ties them down too much.
15. I'd look forward to Spring and the melting of the snow instead of dreading mud season.
16. I would not have to answer the question: Why do you have so many dogs?
..from people who will never have the joy in their life of knowing they are loved unconditionally by something as close to angel as they will ever get.
17. How empty my life would be...
Sunday, May 01, 2005
Sunday, April 24, 2005
Snow advisory ??
Saturday, April 23, 2005
SNOW ADVISORY - Until 2 p.m. Sunday
FREEZE WARNING - 3 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday
TONIGHT: Cloudy, windy & cold with periods of light snow. Snow could accumulate from a dusting to 1" on grassy surfaces. Low 32.
The picture is from 8 am Sunday morning. It is already 36 degrees and warming - I hope!
SNOW ADVISORY - Until 2 p.m. Sunday
FREEZE WARNING - 3 a.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday
TONIGHT: Cloudy, windy & cold with periods of light snow. Snow could accumulate from a dusting to 1" on grassy surfaces. Low 32.
The picture is from 8 am Sunday morning. It is already 36 degrees and warming - I hope!
SUNDAY : Continued cloudy, windy & cold. Periods of light snow in the morning ending as rain showers in the afternoon. An additional dusting to 1" possible. High 44.
There is a slight precipitation coming down now. I can't imagine the clouds actually have any left, after all the rain we got yesterday. So much for our "week of summer" that came last weekend!
There is a slight precipitation coming down now. I can't imagine the clouds actually have any left, after all the rain we got yesterday. So much for our "week of summer" that came last weekend!
Saturday, April 23, 2005
Tuesday, April 19, 2005
How Many Dogs Does It take to change a light bulb ....
Golden Retriever: The sun is shining, the day is young, we've got our whole lives ahead of us, and you're inside worrying about a stupid burned out bulb?
Dachshund: You know I can't reach that stupid lamp!
Rottweiler: Make me.
Boxer: Who cares? I can still play with my squeaky toys in the dark.
Jack Russell Terrier: I'll just pop it in while I'm bouncing off the walls and furniture.
Old English Sheep Dog: Light bulb? I'm sorry, but I don't see a light bulb!
Poodle: I'll just blow in the Old English Sheep Dogs ear and he'll do it. By the time he finds the light bulb, my nails will be dry.
Cocker Spaniel: Why change it? I can still pee on the carpet in the dark.
Chihuahua: Yo quiero Taco Bulb.
Pointer: I see it, there it is, there it is, right there.....
Greyhound: It isn't moving. Who cares?
Belgian Sheepdog: I'll change it as soon as I've led these people from the dark, check to make sure I haven't missed any, and make just one more perimeter patrol to see that no one has tried to take advantage of the situation, And then I'll replace any wiring that's not up to code, and finally I'll put all the light bulbs in a little circle
Golden Retriever: The sun is shining, the day is young, we've got our whole lives ahead of us, and you're inside worrying about a stupid burned out bulb?
Dachshund: You know I can't reach that stupid lamp!
Rottweiler: Make me.
Boxer: Who cares? I can still play with my squeaky toys in the dark.
Jack Russell Terrier: I'll just pop it in while I'm bouncing off the walls and furniture.
Old English Sheep Dog: Light bulb? I'm sorry, but I don't see a light bulb!
Poodle: I'll just blow in the Old English Sheep Dogs ear and he'll do it. By the time he finds the light bulb, my nails will be dry.
Cocker Spaniel: Why change it? I can still pee on the carpet in the dark.
Chihuahua: Yo quiero Taco Bulb.
Pointer: I see it, there it is, there it is, right there.....
Greyhound: It isn't moving. Who cares?
Belgian Sheepdog: I'll change it as soon as I've led these people from the dark, check to make sure I haven't missed any, and make just one more perimeter patrol to see that no one has tried to take advantage of the situation, And then I'll replace any wiring that's not up to code, and finally I'll put all the light bulbs in a little circle
Saturday, April 16, 2005
Monday, April 11, 2005
TO GOD - FROM THE DOG: (Belgian, of course! :-) )
Dear God: Why do humans smell the flowers, but seldom, if ever, smell
one another?
Dear God: When we get to heaven, can we sit on your couch? Or is it
still the same old story?
Dear God: Why are there cars named after the jaguar, the cougar, the
mustang, the colt, the stingray, and the rabbit, but not ONE named for a
dog? How often do you see a cougar riding around? We do love a nice
ride! Would it be so hard to rename the "Chrysler Eagle" the "Chrysler
Beagle"?
Dear God: If a dog barks his head off in the forest and no human hears
him, is he still a bad dog?
Dear God: We dogs can understand human verbal instructions, hand
signals, whistles, horns, clickers, beepers, scent ID's, electromagnetic
energy fields, and Frisbee flight paths. What do humans understand?
Dear God: More meatballs, less spaghetti, please.
Dear God: Are there mailmen in Heaven? If there are, will I have to
apologize?
Dear God: Let me give you a list of just some of the things I must
remember - to be a good dog.
1. I will not eat the cats' food before they eat it or after they throw
it up.
2. I will not roll on dead seagulls, fish, crabs, etc., just because I
like the way they smell.
3. The sofa is not a 'face towel'.. neither are Mom and Dad's laps.
4. The garbage collector is not stealing our stuff.
5. My head does not belong in the refrigerator.
6. I will not bite the officer's hand when he reaches in for Mom's
driver's license and registration.
7. I will not play tug-of-war with Dad's underwear when he's on the
toilet.
8. I don't need to suddenly stand straight up when I'm under the coffee
table.
9. I must shake the rainwater out of my fur before entering the house -
not after.
10. I will not throw up in the car.
11. I will not come in from outside and immediately drag my butt.
12. The cat is not a 'squeaky toy' so when I play with him and he makes
that noise, it's usually not a good thing.
And, finally, My last question . . .
Dear God: When I get to Heaven may I have my testicles back?
Dear God: Why do humans smell the flowers, but seldom, if ever, smell
one another?
Dear God: When we get to heaven, can we sit on your couch? Or is it
still the same old story?
Dear God: Why are there cars named after the jaguar, the cougar, the
mustang, the colt, the stingray, and the rabbit, but not ONE named for a
dog? How often do you see a cougar riding around? We do love a nice
ride! Would it be so hard to rename the "Chrysler Eagle" the "Chrysler
Beagle"?
Dear God: If a dog barks his head off in the forest and no human hears
him, is he still a bad dog?
Dear God: We dogs can understand human verbal instructions, hand
signals, whistles, horns, clickers, beepers, scent ID's, electromagnetic
energy fields, and Frisbee flight paths. What do humans understand?
Dear God: More meatballs, less spaghetti, please.
Dear God: Are there mailmen in Heaven? If there are, will I have to
apologize?
Dear God: Let me give you a list of just some of the things I must
remember - to be a good dog.
1. I will not eat the cats' food before they eat it or after they throw
it up.
2. I will not roll on dead seagulls, fish, crabs, etc., just because I
like the way they smell.
3. The sofa is not a 'face towel'.. neither are Mom and Dad's laps.
4. The garbage collector is not stealing our stuff.
5. My head does not belong in the refrigerator.
6. I will not bite the officer's hand when he reaches in for Mom's
driver's license and registration.
7. I will not play tug-of-war with Dad's underwear when he's on the
toilet.
8. I don't need to suddenly stand straight up when I'm under the coffee
table.
9. I must shake the rainwater out of my fur before entering the house -
not after.
10. I will not throw up in the car.
11. I will not come in from outside and immediately drag my butt.
12. The cat is not a 'squeaky toy' so when I play with him and he makes
that noise, it's usually not a good thing.
And, finally, My last question . . .
Dear God: When I get to Heaven may I have my testicles back?
Saturday, April 09, 2005
Thursday, April 07, 2005
Wednesday, April 06, 2005
If a dog was your teacher, you would learn stuff like:
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On hot days, drink lots of water, and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around, and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
When you are having a bad day, lick your balls.
When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
Take naps.
Stretch before rising.
Run, romp, and play daily.
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
On hot days, drink lots of water, and lie under a shady tree.
When you're happy, dance around, and wag your entire body.
Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you have had enough.
Be loyal. Never pretend to be something you're not.
When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.
When you are having a bad day, lick your balls.
Thursday, March 31, 2005
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Today is International Very Good Looking, Darn Smart Woman's Day, so please send this message to someone you think fits this description. Please do not send it back to me as I have already received it from a Very Good Looking, Darn Smart Woman! And remember this motto to live by: Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, wine in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" Have a wonderful day!
Monday, March 21, 2005
Results from 3/20/05 Ky Cluster
An "ahhh" moment on Sunday when Alex just needed a hug.
Louisville Kennel Club Inc. (2)
3/20/2005
BELGIAN TERVUREN
JUDGE: Mrs Lydia Coleman Hutchinson
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Twelve To Eighteen Month Dogs .
1
35 JUST-A-WYN SKID IN SIDEWAYS CGC. DN063577. 03/08/2004. BREEDER: Mary Lynn Wynieski. By Ch Sunset's Orion After Dark CDX AXJ-Ch Shumaker Hills Just-a-Wyn-e the Pooh. OWNER: Patricia A Heisler.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Bred-By-Exhibitor Dogs .
EX
15 KO SUPERNOVA HIGH ALTITUDE. DN026074/03. 03/10/2003. BREEDER: Kristina & Derek Pattison & Libbye Miller DVM. By Ch OTCH Summerstorm Higher Ground TDX PT-Ch Makeit KO's Appalachian Dream. OWNER: Libbye Miller DVM.
EX
17 AXEL DU VOIE DE LOUVE. DN059631/01. 12/13/2003. BREEDER: Owners. By Ch Mahagonny's Quo Vadis CD-Ch Aftershoch Mighty Aphrodite. OWNER: Susanna Brabant & Cheryl Brandberry.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Open Dogs .
2/R
5 MONT CENIS BEAU GESTE NAJ. DL892752/09. 09/07/2001. BREEDER: Richard Ramler & Katherine McKenny & Violet Wilson. By Ch Acajouet Chimay Gigolo-Ch Phenix's Sundance de Rue CDX NAJ OA. OWNER: Gail S & Thomas Frazier III. AGENT: Russell E Beach Jr.
1/W/BW
27 MAXIMUM FIND SILVERTRACE. DN092090/01. 03/22/2003. BREEDER: Laura Maxim. By Ch Maximum Baiser D'Adieux-Ch Debelisi Irrepressible. OWNER: Eddie Williams.
A
29 KO'S FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN. DN026074/01. 03/10/2003. BREEDER: K F Pattison & L Miller DVM & R D Pattison. By Ch OTCh Summerstorm Higher Ground UDX TDX PT-Ch Makeit KO's Appalachian Dream. OWNER: Derek & Kristina Pattison.
3
37 MISHAOOK HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER. DL915292/01. 11/24/2001. BREEDER: Lawrende Stanbridge. By Ch Neartic De La Grande Lande-Tipsy Van De Hoge Lear. OWNER: Carole Luke & June Demers.
A
39 BLAK JAK'S OKSALON. DL906219/02. 01/13/2002. BREEDER: Patty Naulty & Judith Lee Specht & Kathleen Zahs. By Ch Olim De La Tangi Morgane-Ch Margaux De La Closerie De Yenda. OWNER: Mitsie T Yeker.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Puppy Bitches 6 Mos & Under 9 Mos .
1/W
30 WHYNOTTA KO CLARION SONG. DN077820/05. 07/08/2004. BREEDER: Kimberly A Cassida & Joseph J Paling. By Nicha Question Of Charisme-Ch Makeit Tangible Dreams UD TD. OWNER: Derek & Kristina Pattison.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Puppy Bitches 9 Mos & Under 12 Mos .
1
24 SENSATION'S YOUNG AT HEART. DN071896/12. 05/30/2004. BREEDER: Sue Fregien. By Ch Hiron's Coyote Dreams-Ch Sensation's Lambeau Leap. OWNER: Teague Jackson.
2
26 ROCKAWAY'S SOUTHERN SPLASH. DN078511/02. 04/25/2004. BREEDER: Elly Mccarthy & Linda K Fung. By Ch Rockaway's Southern Comfort CD HT-Blackwater's Simply Smashing. OWNER: Jamie Baker.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Twelve To Eighteen Month Bitches .
2
6 ANIMATION TOTAL ELATION. DN054125/05. 11/15/2003. BREEDER: Jean & Kurt Matushek. By Ch MACH Chiron's Pushing the Limits CDX MX MXJ-Ch Makeit A Psychedelic Dream MX MXJ. OWNER: Cindy James.
1
10 MAJIC'S TROPICAL HURRICANE. DN074478/05. 02/25/2004. BREEDER: Vicki Havicon Melody Jensen and Robin Peite. By Ch Mar-Bo-Jac's Kool Hand Luke-Ch Majic's Diamond Tiara. OWNER: Jaime & Jerrie Thomen.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Bred-By-Exhibitor Bitches .
2
12 WHYNOTTA TRUE RHYTHM. DN077820/02. 07/08/2004. BREEDER: Kim Cassida. By Nicha Question of Charisme-Ch Makeit Tangible Dreams UD TD. OWNER: Kim Cassida and Joe Paling.
1/R
18 CHIENBRUN DAZZLN PEARL HEART. DL906964/01. 03/30/2002. BREEDER: Owner. By Outlaw De La Clairiere Aux Louves-Chienbrun Bedazzle. OWNER: Nancy A Vida.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Open Bitches .
2
8 MONTAGE BEACH BLANKET BINGO. DL909623/02. 06/05/2002. BREEDER: Kathy Madden. By Ch Neartic de le Grande Lande-Ch Montage Jazz Singer PT. OWNER: Susan Geers-Meiners and Kathy Madden.
1
22 SENSATION'S LIFE OF RILEY. DL826745/02. 02/16/2000. BREEDER: Sue Fregien. By Ch Chateau Blanc's Blue Bayou-Ch Labarge's Outrageous Accent. OWNER: Teague Jackson & Sue Fregien.
3
34 ZERIMAR'S BOUQUET. DL819318/04. 12/25/1999. BREEDER: Jeanne Durbian-Ramirez. By Ch Tacara's Santer Saver-Ch Acajou's Elegant Alli Gaitor CDX TD. OWNER: S Arango & L Greenfield & J Durbian-Ramirez.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Best of Breed Competition .
7 CH AFTERSHOCK FOXFYRE PLAID LAD CD HT AX O. DL762007/04. 08/19/1998. Dog. BREEDER: Cheryl Brandeberry. By Aftershock Moonlight Special-Ch Eternity's Devon At Aftershock. OWNER: Mary Ann Ralston.
BB
9 CH O-TAHN-AGON CINEMA DUET TDX. DL849766/04. 08/03/2000. Dog. BREEDER: Anne & Mike Evarts & M Capparelli-Lally. By Orion De La Clairiere Aux Louves HT-Ch Cinema Dream Girl AX OAJ. OWNER: Beth A Walker.
14 BELLE BARDOT DE LA VIE ENGARDE. DN064946/05. 12/05/2003. Bitch. BREEDER: George D Martinez MD. By Magnum De La Clairiere Aux Louves-Ch Rocket Engarde De La Tangi Morgane. OWNER: Francisce Lytle & George Martinez.
OS
16 BLAK JAK'S OPIUM. DL906219/01. 01/13/2002. Bitch. BREEDER: Patty Naulty & Judith Specht & Kathleen Zahs. By Ch Olim De La Tangi Morgane-Ch Margaux De La Closerie De Yenda. OWNER: Patty Naulty.
19 CH NICHA'S SOUPCON DE PARIS HT. DL908580/01. 07/11/2001. Dog. BREEDER: Michele Gauvin. By Ch Nicha Question De Charisme CD HICs-Nicha Nova Une Etoile Est Nee CDX. OWNER: Brooke Cole.
31 ARRIVEE'S PHANTHOM OF THE OPERA. DL881581/01. 04/28/2001. Dog. BREEDER: Lisa Bates. By Leo de la Grande Lande-Ch Opera de la Clairiere aux Louves. OWNER: Maryellen Kasten & Lisa Bates.
AM 33 CH MAJIC'S IMAGE MAKER. DN039526/01. 07/10/2003. Dog. BREEDER: Melody Jensen & Vicki Havicon. By Ch Majic's Perfect Diamond Gallery-Ch Stonewall's Forever Jeki. OWNER: M Jensen & Leon P Jensen & V Havicon.
Louisville Kennel Club Inc. (2)
3/20/2005
BELGIAN TERVUREN
JUDGE: Mrs Lydia Coleman Hutchinson
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Twelve To Eighteen Month Dogs .
1
35 JUST-A-WYN SKID IN SIDEWAYS CGC. DN063577. 03/08/2004. BREEDER: Mary Lynn Wynieski. By Ch Sunset's Orion After Dark CDX AXJ-Ch Shumaker Hills Just-a-Wyn-e the Pooh. OWNER: Patricia A Heisler.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Bred-By-Exhibitor Dogs .
EX
15 KO SUPERNOVA HIGH ALTITUDE. DN026074/03. 03/10/2003. BREEDER: Kristina & Derek Pattison & Libbye Miller DVM. By Ch OTCH Summerstorm Higher Ground TDX PT-Ch Makeit KO's Appalachian Dream. OWNER: Libbye Miller DVM.
EX
17 AXEL DU VOIE DE LOUVE. DN059631/01. 12/13/2003. BREEDER: Owners. By Ch Mahagonny's Quo Vadis CD-Ch Aftershoch Mighty Aphrodite. OWNER: Susanna Brabant & Cheryl Brandberry.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Open Dogs .
2/R
5 MONT CENIS BEAU GESTE NAJ. DL892752/09. 09/07/2001. BREEDER: Richard Ramler & Katherine McKenny & Violet Wilson. By Ch Acajouet Chimay Gigolo-Ch Phenix's Sundance de Rue CDX NAJ OA. OWNER: Gail S & Thomas Frazier III. AGENT: Russell E Beach Jr.
1/W/BW
27 MAXIMUM FIND SILVERTRACE. DN092090/01. 03/22/2003. BREEDER: Laura Maxim. By Ch Maximum Baiser D'Adieux-Ch Debelisi Irrepressible. OWNER: Eddie Williams.
A
29 KO'S FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN. DN026074/01. 03/10/2003. BREEDER: K F Pattison & L Miller DVM & R D Pattison. By Ch OTCh Summerstorm Higher Ground UDX TDX PT-Ch Makeit KO's Appalachian Dream. OWNER: Derek & Kristina Pattison.
3
37 MISHAOOK HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER. DL915292/01. 11/24/2001. BREEDER: Lawrende Stanbridge. By Ch Neartic De La Grande Lande-Tipsy Van De Hoge Lear. OWNER: Carole Luke & June Demers.
A
39 BLAK JAK'S OKSALON. DL906219/02. 01/13/2002. BREEDER: Patty Naulty & Judith Lee Specht & Kathleen Zahs. By Ch Olim De La Tangi Morgane-Ch Margaux De La Closerie De Yenda. OWNER: Mitsie T Yeker.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Puppy Bitches 6 Mos & Under 9 Mos .
1/W
30 WHYNOTTA KO CLARION SONG. DN077820/05. 07/08/2004. BREEDER: Kimberly A Cassida & Joseph J Paling. By Nicha Question Of Charisme-Ch Makeit Tangible Dreams UD TD. OWNER: Derek & Kristina Pattison.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Puppy Bitches 9 Mos & Under 12 Mos .
1
24 SENSATION'S YOUNG AT HEART. DN071896/12. 05/30/2004. BREEDER: Sue Fregien. By Ch Hiron's Coyote Dreams-Ch Sensation's Lambeau Leap. OWNER: Teague Jackson.
2
26 ROCKAWAY'S SOUTHERN SPLASH. DN078511/02. 04/25/2004. BREEDER: Elly Mccarthy & Linda K Fung. By Ch Rockaway's Southern Comfort CD HT-Blackwater's Simply Smashing. OWNER: Jamie Baker.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Twelve To Eighteen Month Bitches .
2
6 ANIMATION TOTAL ELATION. DN054125/05. 11/15/2003. BREEDER: Jean & Kurt Matushek. By Ch MACH Chiron's Pushing the Limits CDX MX MXJ-Ch Makeit A Psychedelic Dream MX MXJ. OWNER: Cindy James.
1
10 MAJIC'S TROPICAL HURRICANE. DN074478/05. 02/25/2004. BREEDER: Vicki Havicon Melody Jensen and Robin Peite. By Ch Mar-Bo-Jac's Kool Hand Luke-Ch Majic's Diamond Tiara. OWNER: Jaime & Jerrie Thomen.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Bred-By-Exhibitor Bitches .
2
12 WHYNOTTA TRUE RHYTHM. DN077820/02. 07/08/2004. BREEDER: Kim Cassida. By Nicha Question of Charisme-Ch Makeit Tangible Dreams UD TD. OWNER: Kim Cassida and Joe Paling.
1/R
18 CHIENBRUN DAZZLN PEARL HEART. DL906964/01. 03/30/2002. BREEDER: Owner. By Outlaw De La Clairiere Aux Louves-Chienbrun Bedazzle. OWNER: Nancy A Vida.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Open Bitches .
2
8 MONTAGE BEACH BLANKET BINGO. DL909623/02. 06/05/2002. BREEDER: Kathy Madden. By Ch Neartic de le Grande Lande-Ch Montage Jazz Singer PT. OWNER: Susan Geers-Meiners and Kathy Madden.
1
22 SENSATION'S LIFE OF RILEY. DL826745/02. 02/16/2000. BREEDER: Sue Fregien. By Ch Chateau Blanc's Blue Bayou-Ch Labarge's Outrageous Accent. OWNER: Teague Jackson & Sue Fregien.
3
34 ZERIMAR'S BOUQUET. DL819318/04. 12/25/1999. BREEDER: Jeanne Durbian-Ramirez. By Ch Tacara's Santer Saver-Ch Acajou's Elegant Alli Gaitor CDX TD. OWNER: S Arango & L Greenfield & J Durbian-Ramirez.
BELGIAN TERVUREN, Best of Breed Competition .
7 CH AFTERSHOCK FOXFYRE PLAID LAD CD HT AX O. DL762007/04. 08/19/1998. Dog. BREEDER: Cheryl Brandeberry. By Aftershock Moonlight Special-Ch Eternity's Devon At Aftershock. OWNER: Mary Ann Ralston.
BB
9 CH O-TAHN-AGON CINEMA DUET TDX. DL849766/04. 08/03/2000. Dog. BREEDER: Anne & Mike Evarts & M Capparelli-Lally. By Orion De La Clairiere Aux Louves HT-Ch Cinema Dream Girl AX OAJ. OWNER: Beth A Walker.
14 BELLE BARDOT DE LA VIE ENGARDE. DN064946/05. 12/05/2003. Bitch. BREEDER: George D Martinez MD. By Magnum De La Clairiere Aux Louves-Ch Rocket Engarde De La Tangi Morgane. OWNER: Francisce Lytle & George Martinez.
OS
16 BLAK JAK'S OPIUM. DL906219/01. 01/13/2002. Bitch. BREEDER: Patty Naulty & Judith Specht & Kathleen Zahs. By Ch Olim De La Tangi Morgane-Ch Margaux De La Closerie De Yenda. OWNER: Patty Naulty.
19 CH NICHA'S SOUPCON DE PARIS HT. DL908580/01. 07/11/2001. Dog. BREEDER: Michele Gauvin. By Ch Nicha Question De Charisme CD HICs-Nicha Nova Une Etoile Est Nee CDX. OWNER: Brooke Cole.
31 ARRIVEE'S PHANTHOM OF THE OPERA. DL881581/01. 04/28/2001. Dog. BREEDER: Lisa Bates. By Leo de la Grande Lande-Ch Opera de la Clairiere aux Louves. OWNER: Maryellen Kasten & Lisa Bates.
AM 33 CH MAJIC'S IMAGE MAKER. DN039526/01. 07/10/2003. Dog. BREEDER: Melody Jensen & Vicki Havicon. By Ch Majic's Perfect Diamond Gallery-Ch Stonewall's Forever Jeki. OWNER: M Jensen & Leon P Jensen & V Havicon.
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
Now that he is over ONE YEAR OLD
Alex been pottying like the big guys - on three legs - for the past few weeks. I don't understand this, must be he learned in the darkness of winter. One day he and I were walking and he just lifted that leg higher than his head to go against a tree. I never saw any faulty starts, odd leaning, catching balance - he just DID it. I figure he had to practice in the daytime when my neighbors let him out, but I missed it all. Now it is just another Belgian miracle!
Now another surprise from the little guy - Monday night he scampered right up this wall. Yes, that marker says 43 inches! It wasn't really a jump. He started from right next to it and I think he had to grab the wall with his back feet as well, but over he went. I was standing 2 ft behind him and totally surprised! He has hit the lower walls in past months, but this one is so OVER his 24" shoulders.
Now another surprise from the little guy - Monday night he scampered right up this wall. Yes, that marker says 43 inches! It wasn't really a jump. He started from right next to it and I think he had to grab the wall with his back feet as well, but over he went. I was standing 2 ft behind him and totally surprised! He has hit the lower walls in past months, but this one is so OVER his 24" shoulders.
Sunday, March 13, 2005
St Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday, the Cincinnati St Patrick's Day Parade! This parade takes place every year the Sunday before St Pat's and is one of the biggest in the US. Really! Alex and I went down for a bit of socialization and all-round-greenness.
Lots of folks said hello's to Alex while we watched the floats and folks go by. Several, naturally, asked what he was mixed with . One guy had a law enforcement brother with a Mal, but had never heard of our Tervuren. Alex gave everyone hello's and by the time we left, was much more comfortable with all the hubbub of a parade. Still not fond of drums, but not panicked, either. It could have been the hot dog! LOL
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Monday, March 07, 2005
Sunday, March 06, 2005
Thursday, March 03, 2005
Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Sunday, February 27, 2005
Patio saves us from invasion of spring MUD
This is our second spring with the extended deck and flagstone patio area. It SURE makes a difference in cutting down the mud that will be brought into the house during the spring rains - which start in about 10 days, I think. There are little bulb shoots coming up around the edges of the garden, mostly in the sunny areas. Can't be long now!
Friday, February 25, 2005
Judges' Standard - humor
GENERAL APPEARANCE: The first impression of a good judge should be that of
a tough-minded but fair, alert and gentle specimen. Muscular fitness and
nimbleness are desirable but not mandatory as soft living seems unavoidable
in the breed.
The judge should be stamped with a look of nobility and justice --difficult
to define, but always unmistakable after the show. The good judge has a
distinct personality marked by a direct and fearless - but not hostile -
expression of self confidence and that certain aloofness which does not
lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships... or at least does
not admit to such friendships until later back at the motel.
Secondary sex characteristics should be strongly marked least, when the
judge hands you a ribbon, you say "Thank you , sir" to a lady or
vice-versa. The question of monorchids or cryptorchids should be left to
your florist.
COAT: In cold climates the judge should be equipped with a double coat.
Underwear may vary with the season. At no time, however, may a judge shed
in the ring.
PROPORTION : The most desirable proportions for a female judge are
38-23-36; however you may settle for a 23-23-23 or, as I have at times
22-35-48.=A0 The shape of a male judge is less important, but great bulk
and commanding appearance is greatly preferred.
PIGMENT: Let's not get into this again. ALL colors are permissible! I have
not personally seen a blue judge, but there is always a first time.
SIZE: The judge should be neither too tall nor too short. As a rule of
thumb, if he must sink to his knees to pat the dog, he is probably too
tall. On the other hand, if he must jump into the air to test testicles, he
is probably too short. Measurements should be taken from the top of the
head, with the hair parted or pushed down so that it will show only the
actual height of the judge's frame or structure.
A judge of desirable sex and proper flesh should average between 70 and 340
lbs, depending primarily upon sex and how fat he or she is.
GAIT: Judges who tend to motivate on all fours should be avoided, as should
those who stagger and fall down a lot. Forward motion should be achieved by
placing one foot in front of the other... hopping is also permitted and, in
fact, often makes for better showmanship.
STANCE: While viewing the dogs, the judge should stand in the center of the
ring, feet spread as at "parade rest", the right hand held firmly in the
left armpit with the left crossing over under the right armpit... the chin
must be tucked solidly into the chest, eyes squinting. Once the judge has
assumed this position, the steward should count the number of times the
class circles. If that count should exceed 20, he might then unobtrusively
poke the judge in the ribs.
Older, more experienced judges have been known to doze off in this position
while younger specimens, particularly members of the party-going set, might
be still so grassed from the pre-show festivities that they have passed out.
MINOR FAULTS: It is preferred if a judge can speak in audible tones, but
his vocabulary may be limited to phrases such as "Loose leads!", "Walk
them!", "One more time around" and the number one to three must be heard.
If this is impossible, a set of flash cards should be provided. Deafness is
no fault in a judge, in fact slightly impaired hearing faculties are a
distinct advantage as the judge cannot hear the rude comments from the
ringside and will be able to literally turn a deaf ear to whispered
propositions, suggestions, etc., from the handlers.
BLINDNESS: - It is an advantage if the judge has full use of both eyes,
however, some of best-known specimens manage to get by without any apparent
eyesight at all and, as this does not seem to hinder their careers in the
least, perhaps sight requirements are due to be revised and excluded from
the standard.
DISQUALIFYING FAULTS: Judges who whoop, holler and point, or who laugh
hysterically at an exhibitor entering the ring with a particularly poor
specimen should be disqualified. Likewise, a judge who delays proceedings
while handlers make cheques out to him in the ring is not permitted to
participate further. Any judge who attacks a handler in the ring is warned
three times in writing after which he must be dismissed.
- copied from Belg-L list
a tough-minded but fair, alert and gentle specimen. Muscular fitness and
nimbleness are desirable but not mandatory as soft living seems unavoidable
in the breed.
The judge should be stamped with a look of nobility and justice --difficult
to define, but always unmistakable after the show. The good judge has a
distinct personality marked by a direct and fearless - but not hostile -
expression of self confidence and that certain aloofness which does not
lend itself to immediate and indiscriminate friendships... or at least does
not admit to such friendships until later back at the motel.
Secondary sex characteristics should be strongly marked least, when the
judge hands you a ribbon, you say "Thank you , sir" to a lady or
vice-versa. The question of monorchids or cryptorchids should be left to
your florist.
COAT: In cold climates the judge should be equipped with a double coat.
Underwear may vary with the season. At no time, however, may a judge shed
in the ring.
PROPORTION : The most desirable proportions for a female judge are
38-23-36; however you may settle for a 23-23-23 or, as I have at times
22-35-48.=A0 The shape of a male judge is less important, but great bulk
and commanding appearance is greatly preferred.
PIGMENT: Let's not get into this again. ALL colors are permissible! I have
not personally seen a blue judge, but there is always a first time.
SIZE: The judge should be neither too tall nor too short. As a rule of
thumb, if he must sink to his knees to pat the dog, he is probably too
tall. On the other hand, if he must jump into the air to test testicles, he
is probably too short. Measurements should be taken from the top of the
head, with the hair parted or pushed down so that it will show only the
actual height of the judge's frame or structure.
A judge of desirable sex and proper flesh should average between 70 and 340
lbs, depending primarily upon sex and how fat he or she is.
GAIT: Judges who tend to motivate on all fours should be avoided, as should
those who stagger and fall down a lot. Forward motion should be achieved by
placing one foot in front of the other... hopping is also permitted and, in
fact, often makes for better showmanship.
STANCE: While viewing the dogs, the judge should stand in the center of the
ring, feet spread as at "parade rest", the right hand held firmly in the
left armpit with the left crossing over under the right armpit... the chin
must be tucked solidly into the chest, eyes squinting. Once the judge has
assumed this position, the steward should count the number of times the
class circles. If that count should exceed 20, he might then unobtrusively
poke the judge in the ribs.
Older, more experienced judges have been known to doze off in this position
while younger specimens, particularly members of the party-going set, might
be still so grassed from the pre-show festivities that they have passed out.
MINOR FAULTS: It is preferred if a judge can speak in audible tones, but
his vocabulary may be limited to phrases such as "Loose leads!", "Walk
them!", "One more time around" and the number one to three must be heard.
If this is impossible, a set of flash cards should be provided. Deafness is
no fault in a judge, in fact slightly impaired hearing faculties are a
distinct advantage as the judge cannot hear the rude comments from the
ringside and will be able to literally turn a deaf ear to whispered
propositions, suggestions, etc., from the handlers.
BLINDNESS: - It is an advantage if the judge has full use of both eyes,
however, some of best-known specimens manage to get by without any apparent
eyesight at all and, as this does not seem to hinder their careers in the
least, perhaps sight requirements are due to be revised and excluded from
the standard.
DISQUALIFYING FAULTS: Judges who whoop, holler and point, or who laugh
hysterically at an exhibitor entering the ring with a particularly poor
specimen should be disqualified. Likewise, a judge who delays proceedings
while handlers make cheques out to him in the ring is not permitted to
participate further. Any judge who attacks a handler in the ring is warned
three times in writing after which he must be dismissed.
- copied from Belg-L list
Sunday, February 20, 2005
Freestyle Seminar
Follow up on the Canine Freestyle Seminar: We had a great time! Bev Blanchard was wonderful and the folks of Clermont County were world class hosts for this event. We learned how to teach many "steps" to the dogs and even how to pick out music and create costumes. It was a full day and tons of fun.
We are now adding "trick" practice to our daily routine. I am also keeping a freeshare metronome (http://www.programming.de) on my desktop so I can check songs on the radio for the right beat to match Alex's pace.
How fast is this certain Terv? About 113 beats per minute.
Should you go? If a seminar comes to a town near you - GO!! Take lots of treats and a hungry dog, you will do fine and have a fun teaming with your dog!
We are now adding "trick" practice to our daily routine. I am also keeping a freeshare metronome (http://www.programming.de) on my desktop so I can check songs on the radio for the right beat to match Alex's pace.
How fast is this certain Terv? About 113 beats per minute.
Should you go? If a seminar comes to a town near you - GO!! Take lots of treats and a hungry dog, you will do fine and have a fun teaming with your dog!
Sunday, February 13, 2005
Clean out the hair balls
When we got home from the park today, I had COFFEE. Since I don't drink coffee as a rule, this lead me into rarely traveled territory, including under the fridge. Where does all this hair come from????
Just a reminder to those of you watching from home, better check your fridge for hairballs. Mine quit last year, due to hair blocking the air flow. Not this year!!
Just a reminder to those of you watching from home, better check your fridge for hairballs. Mine quit last year, due to hair blocking the air flow. Not this year!!
Saturday, February 12, 2005
Saturday morning - the guys are TOO happy to go to the park and have a run. It was only us this morning, so not as CHARGED as it is with Gregor and Finn, but we all had a good time. It was 40 or so by the time we went. The ground is a bit wet from snow-melt, but not too bad. The sun was warm and wonderful.
Friday, February 11, 2005
Tuesday, February 08, 2005
11 months old
Alex is 11 months old today!! Happy Birthday, Big Guy!
To celebrate, we graduated him to spending the afternoon out of the crate while I am at work. Generally, this will be about two hours a day. All was good when I got home today, except someone did sneak down to the basement and pee. Odds are, it wasn't Carlos or Kit. Guess we will shut the basement door during the afternoon now. He hasn't made a "house" mistake in months!
We are looking forward to the seminar below in a couple of weeks - sounds like great fun!
To celebrate, we graduated him to spending the afternoon out of the crate while I am at work. Generally, this will be about two hours a day. All was good when I got home today, except someone did sneak down to the basement and pee. Odds are, it wasn't Carlos or Kit. Guess we will shut the basement door during the afternoon now. He hasn't made a "house" mistake in months!
We are looking forward to the seminar below in a couple of weeks - sounds like great fun!
Dance with your Dog Seminar
"Dance with Your Dog" - A seminar with Bev Blanchard. Sunday, February 20, 2005, 8:00am - 4:00pm.
Are You Ready for Freestyle?
Announcing 'Dance With Your Dog' Seminar - A one-day freestyle workshop. Bev Blanchard is coming to CCDTC on Sunday, Feb. 20 to introduce us to the sport of Canine Musical Freestyle. Musical Freestyle is a choreographed musical program performed by handlers and their dogs. This will be a working seminar including learning some cool moves which will make your dog more motivated for other dog sports, learn how to turn what your dog knows now into freestyle, learn choreography, music selection, preparation for a test and strengthening your bond with your dog while having a great time! If you have taken a tricks class, take those behaviors another step and have even more fun with your dog. Quoting Bev Blanchard: You may be thinking, My dog doesn't know enough moves to put a routine together. This is where most people are wrong. I like to think of each move a dog does as a potential freestyle move. It can be obedience exercises (sit, down, stay, come, heel), tricks (sit up, roll over, shake) or basic freestyle moves (spin, weave, back up, bow). Putting together a freestyle routine can seem like a difficult task. With the positive training methods and tips you will receive from Bev, you will have help to put together a routine whether it is for competition or fun. Bev Blanchard currently helps to oversee approximately 400 puppies and their puppy raisers each year at Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester, MI.
Accomplishments: Freestyle judge for WCFO, past USDAA agility judge, current trainer at Camp Gone to the Dogs in Vermont yearly and Bev recently became a writer for Dog & Handler magazine. Bev has Sonic, a 4 year old Border Terrier, who has completed more than 11 freestyle titles, making Sonic the highest titled freestyle dog in the country. Open to ALL levels. No prior experience needed. Dogs must be at least 4 months old.
We will post more when we have completed the seminar.
Are You Ready for Freestyle?
Announcing 'Dance With Your Dog' Seminar - A one-day freestyle workshop. Bev Blanchard is coming to CCDTC on Sunday, Feb. 20 to introduce us to the sport of Canine Musical Freestyle. Musical Freestyle is a choreographed musical program performed by handlers and their dogs. This will be a working seminar including learning some cool moves which will make your dog more motivated for other dog sports, learn how to turn what your dog knows now into freestyle, learn choreography, music selection, preparation for a test and strengthening your bond with your dog while having a great time! If you have taken a tricks class, take those behaviors another step and have even more fun with your dog. Quoting Bev Blanchard: You may be thinking, My dog doesn't know enough moves to put a routine together. This is where most people are wrong. I like to think of each move a dog does as a potential freestyle move. It can be obedience exercises (sit, down, stay, come, heel), tricks (sit up, roll over, shake) or basic freestyle moves (spin, weave, back up, bow). Putting together a freestyle routine can seem like a difficult task. With the positive training methods and tips you will receive from Bev, you will have help to put together a routine whether it is for competition or fun. Bev Blanchard currently helps to oversee approximately 400 puppies and their puppy raisers each year at Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester, MI.
Accomplishments: Freestyle judge for WCFO, past USDAA agility judge, current trainer at Camp Gone to the Dogs in Vermont yearly and Bev recently became a writer for Dog & Handler magazine. Bev has Sonic, a 4 year old Border Terrier, who has completed more than 11 freestyle titles, making Sonic the highest titled freestyle dog in the country. Open to ALL levels. No prior experience needed. Dogs must be at least 4 months old.
We will post more when we have completed the seminar.
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