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Enjoying Life's Moments ResponsiblyJust The Right Size
Olive is up to 2.5 pounds and has been holding steady for over two months now. She is also the perfect size for the plethora American Girl doll clothes we gave to way as hand-me-downs. Olive's adorable tininess has made her the most passed-around pup ever born here....
We Got A Placement!
On our final day of the cluster, it finally all paid off. Each day, Alexis performed all of the lessons that she learned and by day three, a judge finally took note. I am so proud of Alexis - She never gave up, never got discouraged and always kept a smile on her...
We Got Tail!
Even with ring conflicts, today was the smoothest, bestest day of the weekend! Chihuahuas and Juniors both had an 8:00 am ring time and they were very close so we could watch for when the class was being called. It was too close for comfort in the time department, so...
That’s A Talent!
Back at the hotel after a very busy day at the dog show, we let the boys in the pen to release some pent up energy. We have a ripe momma in the room with us so all of the boys are a bit on edge. Well, at minimum, marking anything and everything. So it that being said,...
Just An Honor To Be Nominated
I mean entered! Our round two for the day was more of the same - No real placements but a lot of fun none the less! The girls had a blast, which to me is all that matters. In addition, we supported the club and Tipsy went again with nippy-nippy, only a slight growl...
Back For Day Two, And Then Some!
Today is going to be an exceptionally long and busy day because we have the TBCC Speciality following breed in the St Pete show this morning. The professional handlers are in full force today and we are fully prepared to just enjoy the experience as we help Tipsy as...
A Successful Non-Placement Day
After all of her one-on-one lessons with Jen, I can tell you that Alexis never looked better in the Junior ring. Seriously - she nailed it! Her table work was flawless, she walked confidently and held the lead at the perfect height. She even stepped out from the...
Two Varieties – First In A Long Time
We haven't shown in both the long and smooth coat varieties in such a long time so getting ready for a full day of showing far from home made for an interesting morning. We arrived at our hotel last night and had a blast with our weekend roommate, Michele, prepping...
Show Grooming
So I am here to tell you that unless you have a true friendship with a fellow exhibitor/handler when you start out in this sport, many "tips and secrets" are held back. Techniques to train your dog or the tips to actually show a dog are usually given freely but the...
Our Last Go Round
Jen and Breanna headed on over this morning for our last training session before we head into our exciting two weekend clusters. It is exceptionally hot outside (it has been for several weeks actually) so Jen focused mostly on the fine details. Specifically when it...
The Perfect Portable Grooming Table
So my crafty side took over this weekend while I was at Target and I thought I would share my latest project with everyone who shows toy breed dogs - Or at a minimum, could us a portable grooming table. How about a grooming table for under $30.00? It all started...
Great Buy Alert!
Anyone that attends Dog Shows see's a sea of Picnic Time Sports Chairs. At $85.00 a pop, they are comfortable as well as coveted. I have found them a tad lower in price on Amazon but still, finding them lower than $70.00 has been impossible. That is until TODAY! While...
You’re On A Diet Girl!
Milly is a lover of all things edible - and some non-edible too! She is tinkering that 6 pound mark thanks to some love-handles and puppy chucks. She is not a sedentary pup by any means - The exact opposite actually. So that means, from this day forward, SHE'S ON A...
In Training Mode
Beamer went home with Breanna yesterday to get some one-on-one training and of course, bond with her since she is handling him for the next two weekends. Making sure he is comfortable with her is the key to his success. We are hoping for a point or two this month - Go...
So Much More!
Today was our second session of Conformation Classes with Jen and yet again, the girls learned more unique tips to help them in the ring. Alexis got to work on her table presentation, bringing that hand up onto the lead and not into a ball, right behind Boomer's head....
FINALLY It’s His Time
You have NO idea how elated I am to announce that our mental giant, Stoli, has his very now Destiny! We have tried for a very long time to find Stoli the perfect forever family. One where he could be the only or- at the least - one of a couple- dogs and where he could...
And We Wait
We know that Smoochie is with pup(pies) and now we wait to see if Barbie will be a mother again. I honesty do not think we had any late night activities in the "love nest" but we shall see in a couple of weeks. In the meantime, Smoochie is growing in front of our...
Sweetie Is the PRINCESS
I don't know who I am more excited for - Olga or Sweetie - Because these two are about to embark on the mot exciting adventure! The phrase "perfect match" doesn't fully explain just HOW perfect these two are for one another. Sweetie is so deserving of the undivided...
Sisters
We had a dusty-dirty play session this afternoon and since Sweetie is going home to her new forever family tomorrow, I couldn't help but take note - and capture - the sweetest moment ever (Before she came in for her scrubby-dubby bath) A full on sister-sister game...
ICE For Your Dogs
We had our TBCC meting this afternoon and one of the topics was one that no one WANTS to think about but all must no matter what. Preparing for accidents and emergencies with our dogs. Mostly in regards to auto accidents. Chihuahuas make perfect travel companions - A...