Hot Springs National Park Kennel Club - Saturday

Roche took the breed, otherwise don't ask.  :(

Toy Dog Club of Central Arkansas

Well, we spent $20 on a sweepstakes entry just to find out that there is no "Best in Sweepstakes" competition.  If you are going to offer sweepstakes at a Specialty Show, with competition at the breed level, why not go one step farther and do a Best?  There were only 14 sweepstakes entries, but still more than enough to cover the cost of a ribbon.  It may have said that there was no competition at the group level in the premium list, but it just doesn't seem right.  

That's Mendota's Sassy Soul Sister

Keisha - Our Special Specialty Girl, won the Breed in the Sweepstakes, then went on to beat her 1/2 brother Roché for Best of Breed in the regular show.  ANOTHER SPECIALTY WIN FOR KEISHA!!!  Thank You Judge Bill Cunningham.

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was being a real pill, so Best of Opposite was the best he could do today.  The 7:15 PM ring time didn't seem to agree with him.  Maybe better luck tomorrow, since that cute little bitch, Keisha, isn't entered :)

Raymore House Fire

Our hearts and prayers go out to our neighbors at 704 Heron here in Raymore.  The cause is unknown but unfortunately the residence and all contents were lost.  These photos were taken after more than an hour of several firefighters battling this blaze.

Kansas Toy Dog Club Thursday - September 29

That's Mendota's Sassy Soul Sister
Keisha's last time in the ring was at the HCA National Specialty where she was Winners Bitch.  At that time we decided that it would be really cool to only show her at specialties to get her championship. Keisha was 1st in the BBE class and  Winners Bitch.  Yay!  Are two specialty wins a streak?

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was totally dumped by Breed Judge Houston Clark. :(
We pretty much knew who would win if they showed up and that was the reason we almost didn't enter.  Unfortunately for us, our suspicions were true.  Can't say that we wouldn't have tried as well if we were in that situation.  Flat ironed, and a back-combed top-not, but sans the usual rump-over, the breed winner went on to win the Specialty under a judge that gave him a Best in Show at a 265-dog dog show in May - Group Judge Toddie Clark. 

Bongo - The Beat's a hit on the East Coast

That's The Heart of The Cuban Beat 
Bongo - a Desi - Boo puppy was a big hit on the East Coast, picking up 2 more points expertly owner/handled by Carol Janes.  Congratulations Bongo, Carol and George!  They received some nice compliments from breeders in that area as well.  We are proud of them.
Cape Cod Kennel Club
Thursday September 15, 1st/W/BW - Thank You Judge Murrel Purkheiser.
South Shore KC
Friday September 16, 1st/R - Judge Debbie Campbell
South Shore KC
Saturday September 17, 1st/W - Thank You Judge Lydia Coleman Hutchinson

Luke - Back 2 Back Majors!!!

That's Luke of Summerhawk 
Luke, a Desi x Panda puppy, taking Colorado by storm, went Winners Dog and Best of Winners for Back to Back 3 point Majors.
Arapahoe County Kennel Club 
Saturday - September 17, 2011 - 1st/W/BW - ThankYou Judge Betsy Dale
Arapahoe County Kennel Club
Sunday - September 18, 2011 - 1st/W/BW - Thank You Judge Melanie Williams
Congratulations Luke. Jim and Kathy!!!

Jefferson County Kennel Club - Sunday - September 25

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy was Winners Bitch.  Thank you Judge Clete Wakefield.  

Havanese:

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Beethoven was 1st in his class.

That's When Stars Collide at Geminii...Ralph 

Ralph was 1st in her class, and Reserve. 

CH That's So Adorabull - Just Spank Me...Naughty 

Naughty was 1st in the large Open Class and Winners Bitch for a Major and NEW CHAMPION.  Congratulations owner/handler Patty Romigh. 

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was Select Dog under Judge Ralph Lemke.

Spirit of the Heartland Kennel Club - Saturday - September 24

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk's owner flew in and was able to get an early flight home so Turk was not shown the rest of the weekend.

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy was Winners Bitch and Best of Breed over a Special for another major.  Thank you  Judge Wayne Harmon.  

Havanese:

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Beethoven was 1st in his class.

That's When Stars Collide at Geminii...Ralph 

Ralph was 1st in her class, and Winners Bitch for a major!

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was Best of Breed and Group 1.  Thank you Judge Jim Briley.

Roche & Dave
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St. Louis Dog Breeders Association - Friday September 23

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk won his class today and was Winners Dog under Judge Ralph Lemke.

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy was Winners Bitch today under Judge Richard Miller.  Thanks to our dear friend Sandra Brunsell for showing Brandy today when we couldn't get there from the Havanese ring. 

Havanese:

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Today Beethoven was 1st in his class today and Reserve.

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was Select Dog under Judge Darrell Vice.


It was great to see Judge Bob Sturm up and around the dog show again, so quickly after his stroke.  Wishing him a full, speedy, recovery.

Gateway Toy Dog Fanciers - Thursday September 22

Havanese:

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Today Beethoven was 1st in his class today.

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was Select under Judge Troy Dargin.

Black Russian Terrier Nationals

Monday, September 19, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
None of our BRTs were shown since Dave was Show Chairman.  He did a fabulous job.  As did all of our judges.  A good time was had by all (almost).
More, with photos, soon.

Long Time No See - Three Rivers Sunday

Hi Folks,
Didn't mean to drop off the radar, but have internet, at least for now.  Hopefully it will hold long enough to check emails.  Let's see.  What has happened in the last week?
THREE RIVERS KENNEL CLUB - SUNDAY - September 18.

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk won his class today under Judge George Marquis. 
Congratulations to Dave Harper and Zil for winning the Breed, the Group!

Bichons & Havanese had a major ring conflict.  Dave was running between rings.  Beethoven's owner, Judy Campbell, showed him wonderfully.
Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy was Reserve today under Judge Elaine Lindhorst.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Judge Robert Sturm who suffered a stroke this past week.  Best Wishes on a speedy recovery. 

Havanese:

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Today Beethoven was 1st in his class today and Reserve.

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Darlene showed Roché was Best of Breed.  Dave showed Roché in the Group and was awarded a Group 3.  Thank you Judge Carolyn Taylor.

Three Rivers Kennel Club - Saturday

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk won his class today under Judge Robert Caswell. 
Congratulations to Tara and Czar for winning the Breed, the Group and Best in Show!

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy won her class today and went Reserve today under Judge Joanne Schullier.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Judge Robert Sturm who suffered a stroke or heart attack this past week.  Bob was scheduled to be our judge today.  Best Wishes on a speedy recovery. 

Havanese:

CH That's The Notorious Defender

Mason was 1st his class, Winners Dog and Best of Winners!  NEW CHAMPION!!!  Thank you Judge Delores Burkholder.

CH That's The Notorious Defender
"Mason"
Thank You Judge Edd Bivin

That's Mendota's Play It Again...Beethoven 

Today Beethoven was 1st in his class today!

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was Select Dog today. :( 

South Shore Kennel Club - Friday

Havanese:

That's The Heart of The Cuban Beat

Bongo was awarded Winners Dog for another point!  Way to Go Carol & Bongo.  Good Job to Daddy George Janes for all of the moral support!  Thank you Judge Lydia Coleman Hutchinson. 
Bongo was RWD yesterday under Judge Debbie Campbell. :(

That's The Heart of The Cuban Beat
"Bongo"

Cape Cod Kennel Club - Thursday

Havanese:

That's The Heart of The Cuban Beat

Bongo picked up another point today.  He was awarded Winners Dog and Best of Winners.  Thank you Judge Murrel Purkheiser.  Congratulations to owner-handler Carol Janes.  Bongo is a Boo-Desi puppy.

West Central Oklahoma Kennel Club - Sunday

 Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk was awarded Best of Breed under Judge Arlene Davis. 

    

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy showed great today, winning the open class, Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite under Judge Peggy Haas for a 3 Point Major.  

Havanese:

That's Eh Manhattan Legacy

Sable wasn't shown today.  Dave checked with the other exhibitors to see whether or not they wanted him to leave Sable in to hold the major.  The consensus was a resounding NO!  So Dave planned to move him up, but did make it to the superintendent table in time so New Champion Sable had the day off.

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was awarded Best of Breed today under Judge Troy Dargin.  Thank you to Judge Carolyn Herbel for a Group 3. 

West Central Oklahoma Kennel Club - Saturday

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk is really turning into a neat show dog.  Turk was awarded Best of Breed under Judge Lowell Davis. 

    

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy showed great today, winning the open class and Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite under Judge Lorraine Boutwell  for a 3 Point Major!!!  Let's hope the major holds for tomorrow and we'll try for another one. 

Havanese:

That's Eh Manhattan Legacy

Sable won his class and went Winners Dog for a 3 Point Major and NEW AKC CHAMPIONSHIP!!!  He hasn't been in the ring for 4 years so it looks like the last two days of practice with no competition paid off.  Thank you Judge Lorraine Boutwell. 

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was awarded Best of Breed today under Judge Lorraine Boutwell.  Picking up some much needed breed points.  Nothing in Group :(

West Central Oklahoma Kennel Club - BICHONS Saturday

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy showed great today, winning the open class and Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite under Judge Lorraine Boutwell for a 4 Point MAJOR!!!  

West Central Oklahoma Kennel Club - Friday

Sorry for the delay in this post, but whenever Comcast works on the installation for the new subdivision near us, we lose our cable.
Well, Friday, was not quite a repeat of Thursday, but it wasn't any better.
 Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk.  Turk showed great today.  Dave was very pleased with his performance and Turk was awarded Best of Breed under Judge Lorraine Boutwell. 

    

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy showed great today, winning the open class under Judge Robert Hall.  Brandy was awarded Reserve Winners Bitch to the major today.  Let's hope the major holds for tomorrow. 

Havanese:

That's Eh Manhattan Legacy

Sable won his class and went Winners Dog no points.  He was the only class dog, and there were no bitches.  He hasn't been in the ring for 4 years so needs the practice. Thank you Judge Margo Klingler. 

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was awarded Best of Breed today and made the cut in Group under Judge Margo Klingler.  

West Central Oklahoma Kennel Club - Thursday

It was a busy morning in Elk City, Oklahoma.  Dave started out with only two breeds scheduled at 11:20, then after a second judge change in Havanese, ending up with our original judge, all three breeds were at 11:20 (not in the same ring, of course).  Dave made it all work though, getting everyone in to the ring.  The only one that wasn't happy about it was Brandy, since she prefers to have Dave's undivided attention before she goes into the ring.  She is quite possessive of her Dave but did show very well today, in spite of his infidelity.

Black Russian Terriers:

That's Our Big Turk Eh

Turk.  Turk showed great today.  Dave was very pleased with his performance and Turk was awarded Best of Breed under Judge Nikki Riggsbee. 

    

Bichons:

Creme's Brandy Alexandria

Brandy showed great today, winning the open class under Judge Maralyn Busse.  Brandy was awarded Reserve Winners Bitch to the major today.  Let's hope the major holds for tomorrow. 

Havanese:

That's Eh Manhattan Legacy

Sable won his class and went Winners Dog no points.  He was the only class dog, and there were no bitches.  He hasn't been in the ring for 4 years so needs the practice. Thank you Judge Nikki Riggsbee. 

MBIS AM GCH CAN CH Adorabull That's Better Than Sex

Roché was awarded Best of Breed today under Judge Nikki Riggsbee.  He felt good, and looked, good and Roché was awarded a GROUP 2 by Judge Robert Hall.