It's become a long, hot, dry summer here on the coast of Massachusetts. Still have to water the gardens so that there are blooms in the flower borders and fruit in the veggie patch. It's done in the darker hours and can only be done by hand. The grass is going brown...but on the brighter side, needs to be mowed less frequently. So dry here that the rabbits and chipmunks have to gnaw down many well established annuals to their thick stems to get the only liquid H2O they can find. My favorite, the orange lilies, are starting their blooming season. And tonight there will be red cabbage served and a cooling cucumber salad. Life is good.
In putting together some material for the TTCA Journal/Yearbook, I got a little reflective. Thought backward about where it all began for Kiara Tibetan Terriers. There are many pleasant memories to reminisce about. And lots of physical material to help. This piece of artwork by Judy Docherty became significant in the exercise.The newest group of little Kiara guys have made their ways into their loving homes. It's always great to get the first photos with little stories of how they are fitting in and making life more remarkable. These babies don't wear diapers but with a little consistency and positive reinforcement make great strides. Always so happy to help with questions and sharing whatever I can to make these transitions as positive as possible.
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| Melrose with her new family. |
Hi,
They gave me a good bed, a nice place to hang out and a reluctant sister but we are all working on life together .
I think I miss you and mom but folks here are nice.
Hugs
TedE
Hi Dennis,
Just want to say that Triscuit is doing very well and so easy. Eats well, sleeps well, follows routines, she’s the best!
Anne
Cover boy, Miles, makes his mark in media. Just want to celebrate this little guy's moment of celebrity. He makes us all proud at home here.
Miles cover shot.....we couldn't be more proud!!!! Our little angel!
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| Relaxing post photo shoot. |
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| Reaching for a cold one in celebration! |
Patricia Gartland
Not everyone becomes a cover-boy star like Miles, but they twinkle plenty for the people who love them and for all the people they meet. I am always amazed that many of these little guys out there create such positive images that the people who meet them call asking for more information about the breed and in some cases become new owners of a Kiara TT.
Hi Dennis. Nimbus is on his first road trip, to
Toronto, and he's taking to it instantly. About 12 pounds now and has all his
shots. Really an amazing creature! I'm photographing at drive-in movie
theaters for a series of paintings and he charms the kids before the films
begin. Here's happy puppy at one last night.
Steve and Alicia
Hi Dennis,
Just wanted to drop a note and let
you know Shelby is doing great. We are all loving having her as
part of our family. Here are a couple pics of her first trip on the
boat and beach. One pic showing her being a bit skeptical about the
ocean. The second showing the end result.
She's been great.
-David
Dennis,
I realized I had not sent any updates on
Prince. He is doing great and getting big. Here is a pic from a recent lunch
outing. Hope you are well!
Susie Lazerow
Hey Dennis,
Here we are.
You wanted photos. Mel
caught me and Dalai on the bench the other day. Dalai is officially 4
months old. I am trying to hold her still so we can take pics. She only
wants to lick my face.
She's very big on gardening, mostly trampling and
digging.
She also does a mean dog paddle in the shallow end
of the pool.
Enjoy,
Helen
(Yes, Mel & I still call her Tibby every so often.)
Dear Dennis,
I tried to send this to you earlier in the week, but don't seem to have any message to you in my sent file. Just wanted to thank you again for coming to our aid by having Aanandi at summer camp for a week at chez Kiara :-)
What a smart, sweet pup! Thanks.
Martha
Accomplishment also takes the face of hard work and dedication...like Doc who's already proven his merit if you scan back in previous News & Reviews. He's not alone in the pursuit of the "brainy" awards of his kin, but he certainly applies all his spirit and spunk into achieving the best that anyone could wish for. Applause for Doc!
Hi Dennis!
Hope all is well. Just wanted to let you know that
Doc is doing great! He is such a good dog. Attached are a couple of
photos from one of his recent agility classes. He really seems to enjoy the
work - when I can get him to focus on me and not keep smelling the grass. I
think he might be part bloodhound sometimes!
Enjoy your summer!
Jill
Great thought goes into honoring him today. Treats? - gets them all the time and is watching his weight. Toys ?- resource guarder - would not see him all day. His perfect gift - on Sunday he will have someone with him all day.
And today on his birthday, Cooper did his 100th pet therapy visit. Now I just have to get all the documentation together for his new title!
Jane
Congratulations Cooper! And Jane for making it all possible. His other enthusiast, Daddy Travis, posted:
Cooper, CH Kiara Ewok Among Us REA GCG, Therapy Dog, agility training in progress ,scent work, developing and cuddlier advanced master level turns 7 today. Cooper received his AKC conformation championship after 67 shows in 7 states with me as his novice handler. This allowed me to meet most of my Facebook friends and started my passion for showing dogs. I look forward to presenting him as a veteran this year. He is the sire of three litters producing amazing pets and show dogs. Thank you Cooper for all you give us.
We celebrated Lilah's sweet sixteenth not too long ago in a News & Reviews. It is always a joy to help commemorate the oldsters as they meet life's milestones. Very recently we had to say goodbye to her, one of the fairest of them all, as she crossed over the rainbow bridge. Wishing soft and joyful memories of such a wonderful companion to her owners.
Lilah Marcus
A beloved and loving Tibetian Terrier from New York. A sister and companion to all she met.
A calm, caring and smart dog. One of a kind not to be forgotten!
More later....
