Is It Already 8 Months?

Happy 8th months, Puppies! Please do enjoy the beginning of Summer which is coming in just a few days!

I know some of you have big plans - one of you is taking a plane trip to Minnesota so one side of the family can ooo and ahhh over you! Never mind your parents - you are the one they are waiting to see!! Another will be saying "Goodbye" to Mom for a time while she goes and starts a new chapter in her educational life. Don't worry - you'll be joining her soon enough but not until you have a stay at G&G's house! I know another one of you has plans to travel to the beach - you're going to have so much fun racing down the sand and playing in the waves! And yet, another one will be starting his hunting career while two others will be beginning their show careers! There is so much fun coming to all of you! :)

I have received some new pictures of Crawford and will post them here soon along with Patriot and Paloma's Fun Match pictures - well, those will be of Patriot mostly since he did better than Paloma.

Anyway, I hope you are enjoying this day. I love you all . . . .

Jasper in June

Handsome boy


"Are you talking to me?"


"It's so boring waiting for the birds to return."


Nothing like stealing Mom's shopping bag to help pass the boredom!


Jasper and Mom


Jasper and Dad

I am so encouraged by the reports I am receiving from our puppies' families. Each of the pups are excelling in the areas their owners are working with them in and representing the breed in a manner that would make any breeder proud. Thank you Catch A Fire families!
Audrey

Out and About - The Adventures of Ziggy

And, charming them all.

At the end of May, Ziggy got to go to a Fast Pitch Tournament. His owners thought it would be a good opportunity to get him around new sights and sounds. His first day was filled with new people and dogs, new places to smell, and things to see plus it was H.O.T.! Patience is not one of Ziggy's greater qualities (signs of an intelligent breed) and he had a little trouble the first day. But, by the end of the weekend he had sorted it all out and impressed his family. He had a great time meeting new people and took every opportunity to give tiny licks to the little people. He was such a good sport and handled everything like a pro, even when the stands erupted with cheer!


Here is Ziggy and The Black Diamonds.

At the beginning of June, Ziggy's neighborhood celebrates with a Country Fair. His Dad was in charge of policing for the event and once again Ziggy was presented with an opportunity to learn about new sights and sounds (sirens). Over 500 people attended this event including children, police and firemen. He was a huge hit particularly with the children.




Ziggy and his Dad

Patriot and Paloma

We just spent another week in Crescent Bar, WA, with Marc. The weather was much warmer than we are used to so we spent a good deal of time in the house with the air conditioner on. I did manage to take a few pictures (ha, really alot ) but these are some of my favorite.


Patriot sleeping - a good time to catch his picture!


Paloma's favorite spot all week - the chaise lounge on the upper patio.


So hot and yet she still did not budge.


Patriot watching the remote controlled helicopter.


Marley, Patriot and Hannah - I had to uncover them to believe they remained asleep in this position. Paloma chose the more comfortable spot, on the pillows next to Dad.

Hope you all are doing well. And, for those of you local - I hope you are staying cool but enjoying the nice weather.

Happy 7 Months!

I just want to wish all of you a Happy Month Day! Are you keeping your parents busy?

Paloma and I started a conformation class which we attend once a week. Our initial class is only four weeks long but we've signed up for another one that will last six weeks - it begins at the end of June. Patriot has been working with his Auntie Suzanne who is getting him ready for his first show. That same show will probably be Paloma's debut as well. Patriot's Mom leaves for Arizona this coming Wednesday and I know he's going to miss her. But, she has lots to do before Dad gets home from Iraq and it's easier to stay with "Gramma!" Loki and Jamie are attending a new obedience class as are Ziggy and Fane. Crawford has been helping his Mom sort through all her boxes as she prepares to go to Medical School - we are so proud of her. They will miss eachother alot but it won't last long as Dad will take him to join Mom sometime in the early Fall. (If any of my East Coast family is reading this - they will need connections! I will write you separately as the time gets closer.) I haven't heard from Jasper in a little while so I hope he is enjoying himself and putting his nose to good use. Perhaps his two legged brother has brought him more pheasants to play with.

Crawford recently experienced a bad bout of hives as a result from what the vet believes was a bee sting. Benadryl alone was not enough so if one of you are ever stung, please make sure your parents consult with your vet.

As always, I look forward to seeing pictures and reading about your newest adventures. Take care of one another!

Happy Mother's Day!

To the Moms of my Golden Rust Four Legged Grandkids ~

Happy Pupppy Mom's Day!

And, for those of you who have two legged children - Happy Mother's Day!

We hope someone is planning a super fun day for you! (Napping in the sunshine, a walk in the park, a little ball tossing, a delicious meal ~ you know, all the things a certain little puppy would like ~ that's what they are wishing for you!)

Enjoy your day ~ Audrey

Ziggy At Six Months

These are the most recent pictures I have of Ziggy. He is enrolled in a Basic Manners class and will begin contact training in a month or so to get ready for agility in the Fall.









I think he is a very handsome boy but then again, I am just a tad bias.