The Big Wait

Waiting for Santa

Perhaps Santa will call first, says Boomer.

Santa delivered the best dog cookies a dog ever had.

Feliz Navidad!

No Words Needed

Except Gage, Gage, Gage!

Happy 5th Birthday

Today the Gia/Jigs litter turns five years old. Happy Birthday gang! Here is a short scrap book of Gage celebrating his birthday with his friends at the home.

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Patrick

Who wouldn't want to cuddle up with this sweet brown boy? I was thrilled to hear from Frank & Dana about their boy Patrick and know that he is so well loved. Patrick is out of the Gia/Tolliver litter and has grown into a very handsome fellow.

Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep

Or perhaps I will just sit up and sleep.

Road Dog In Training

Among Jazz's other accomplishments in agility, rally and obedience, she is now in training to compete for her road dog title. Here are just a few pictures of Jazz with owner/handler Lisa as they train with different horses in different situations. How very proud we here at Kingdom Dalmatians are
of this great team. To follow along with Jazz and her sister Tess as they train and compete, check out their blog at:
http://www.tessandjazz.blogspot.com/

Champion Daddy

This handsome guy is Tolliver. While I am not his breeder, I did breed him to my girl Gia for her last litter. The two of them produced ten lovely puppies that are now two years old. I also had the pleasure to show this sweet dog on several occasions and was thrilled to be at the end of the lead this week as he earned his AKC championship. Tolliver is co-owned by Nanci Good and Barb Allison. Barb was also his co-breeder. Congratulations to all concerned! Especially to CH. Rim Rock N Siobahn Have A Ball.

More Pet Therapy Fun

What fun to have Gia joined by her son Peet and daughter Jazz for a pet therapy session at the home today. These are three dogs to be very proud of. Not only were the residents amazed by how well they all behaved, I think we owners were just as impressed. These three wonderful dogs shared their time, talents and love to bring smiles and entertainment to this large group.



Gia receives a massage from one of the staff. How wonderful to see this once shy dog so readily accept strangers.

Jazz demonstrates her balancing ability. What an amazing girl!

Some of the residents chose to have their pictures taken with the dogs. All three dogs were very patient during the photo session.

The last photo is of one of the new residents. She is 93 years old and just loves the dogs.

Therapy Dog Extraordinaire

Gage brought so many smiles today as he shared his time and tricks with his old friends. Of course they all think he is the prettiest and smartest dog that was ever born. I am so very proud of this very sweet and loving dog.

March Madness

As you can see, my dogs are a little less than thrilled with my idea of celebrating the month of March by the wearing of the green. They are good sports though.

Fun In The Snow

While some of us may feel that a large amount of snow is a big pain, some dogs find it most delightful. Here Gage shows how much fun snow can be.

Tolliver Look Alike

They say, like father, like son. Here is a good example of that. This is Ryan. He is a Gia /Tolliver son. I was so pleased to get some pictures and know that he is doing well. I hear he likes to watch sports on TV and has a favorite chair. If someone sits in his chair, he just sits in their lap. Charlie and Michelle are doing a wonderful job with this sweet boy.

Jazz Spreads The Joy

Jazz joined us today for some pet therapy. This little girl brought so many smiles and brightened up a rather dreary day for the folks at the home. How well behaved and well trained she is. Lisa has done a super job with her. I was so proud to share them both with my old friends.

Zoe Does Pet Therapy

Zoe had the opportunity to bring some joy to the folks at Green Meadows today. She doesn't go often but always brings smiles to many faces as she moves from person to person to be petted. I am not sure who enjoys that more, Zoe or the people. They love that though she is 14 in dog years, she is their age in human years. They say that they understand about not hearing or seeing as well and having to pee more often. That just makes them love her more. Good girl Zoe!

Cassidy

This sweet girl is Cassidy. She is from our first litter here at Kingdom Dalmatian's. Cassidy will be eleven years old next month and is doing well. She is a Zoe/Turbo daughter. She is very much loved by her family.

New Camera

Santa brought me a new camera for Christmas and I have been having a grand time learning how to use it. The dogs have made great subjects for me to practice on. They see me take the lens cover off and look at each other and roll their eyes--- they know what's coming. Here are shots that I took today of Gia and Gage, to transfer onto a canvas bag. I will use the bag to carry treats to share with the residents at the home where we do pet therapy.