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Work Together – Play Together
I have to say, we are very lucky that Georgie and Harry get along the way that they do. With an average of at least one trip a mont, the boys travel with us to our rather cozy quarters. They spend tshow days in the trolley together and evenings playing together in the...
Really? Cat Poop?
When you see your dog rolling in the grass, chances are some cat pee or poop has been discovered. Normally it's pee. Today, we weren't so lucky. Oh yeah! Barbie found cat poop. A nice a warm bath followed her roll in the goo. I swear - can totally go another year...
Amazing Day – Paws for Pulse Was A True Success
Alexis and I have been beyond excited for today to arrive. While Alexis volunteered her time to help bath and dry the dogs, I brought my Photo Booth setup so hat everyone could get a few photos to help commemorate such an amazing event. And amazing it was - There...
Too Early To Tell
While we planned KC's breeding by testing her progesterone, Barbie and Harry were bred the old fashion, natural way. They also bred for several days. Her exact ovulation date is not known so we start with the first breeding date and work from there. Even though they...
Adorably Awkward
Olive is a year and a half old and every single day of her life brings joy and amazement to to our lives. They always say that dogs adapt no matter what disability they have. Olive has the weakest rear end ever and has spent the last year and half working those rear...
Summer IS Here!
Mr Boomer has alerted us to the fact that Summer is officially here! Poor guy has to work his magic to keep cool and I have this distinct feeling it's truly going to be a hot one this year! Ouch!
Reality of the Sport
I have been told for many years I need to take notes on judges. Are they tooth fairies (judges that are big own the bite and teeth in the mouth)? Ones that like tinies (for when I show KC). Do they look at movement or are they more into typey dogs? Also, are they...
No Big Doggies Please
So after several shows and no placement sin Juniors, Alexis decided to see of switching to Harry might help increase her odds. He was so excited to enter the ing but then quickly realized that the had large dogs on all sides and suddenly became more aware of his...
A Truly Amazing Day!
Never on my wildest dreams would I have thought I would have more amazing news to share form today beyond earning his first Major. Ohhhh no! The amazement continued right into the evening with our participation in the Annual Breeders Showcase here at the Orlando Show...
A Family Affair
With my husband spending the day with us at the show, we got to show him some of the unique special events they hold at dog shows. Heart and Eye Clinics are a big draw and a huge help for those of use that have multiple dogs to have examined. These exams...
What a Glorious Day!
In addition to having a wonderful assistant (my hubby came and spent the day up at the show today, taking photos and assisting with the dogs) we were also surrounded by friends as our Mr Georgie achieved his very first Major towards his Champion title. I cannot tell...
Pointless Win
When your competition doesn't show up and you still go through the motions you get a pointless win. George earned himself a Winner's Dog for being the only dog willing to arrive at sun-up but he also earned more experience. That's why I can truly call it a win. No...
Junior Jubilee
I have to say, when I got word they were holding another event for Juniors at the Orlando Cluster this year, I was so excited that Alexis would have a chance to get one more in before she turns 18. They are such wonderful experiences for the kids. This year that had...
Great Auction Find
There are always some fabulous find at the TBCC Specialty Auctions. I don't know where people find the items but I sure love discovering them and of course, having the funds go towards the club. This Specialty's find is for our back yard and so far, it's a winner!...
Oh Yes! She’s With Pup!
KC is just shy of her 30 mark and it is very obvious that the breeding took. And for her to show this early also tells me my prayers have been answered snd she is not carrying only one puppy! One single huge puppy is always more difficult. But she's big enough to lead...
First Two Pointer
And Boy Am I Proud! We are here in Tampa for the final day of the four day cluster. In addition to the handlers still ruling the rings, our ring conflicts are a plenty! Pugs, Toy Fox Terriers and Smooth Coat Chihuahuas are all in at the same time. The more Alexis'...
It Was A Truly Amazing Day!
The Tampa Bay Chihuahua Club's 59th Specialty was concurrent with the St. Pete all-breed shows today and both shows brought a lot of fun and excitement for the Figgy crew! First, I should explain that this is a very popular "professional handler" cluster of shows so...
Fit & Trim
We did a bit more lead training today to get ready for the TBCC Specialty this weekend. Man he's looking good. Harry and Alexis will be making their Specialty debut on Saturday- I don't know who's more excited! When Harry came to live with us he was a couch potato....
Paws For Pulse
The horrible events here in Orlando will forever change our community. My heart and prayers go out to the victims and their families. I am so proud to be a part of this community because over the last couple days I have seen everyone come together as one to help and...
The Cozzie Kick
Since he was a pup, Cosmo has been a back-leg potty kicker. You know, when a dog kicks out os rear legs after proudly marking some item? Because of Cosmo's size, the amount of dirt and debris he kicks up is quite large - Like as much as Boomer the Pug! Anyone or...