Spring at Kiara

Spring has finally arrived here in Massachusetts!  The last of the ice sheets have melted leaving the dog yard completely accessible. And in the garden, the hidden treasures --the little green heads of crocus, tulips, and daffodils-- are now popping up.  And hopefully any further "wintery" events will melt quickly.

Lou sent this great photo of Vinnie. It's hard not to use it for some advertisement. Love that face!

Cooper

I visited Gamien TTs on my way home from wintery Westminster.
Traveled the curvy, snowbound roads of western Connecticut and Massachusetts to see Cooper's, CH Kiara Ewok Among Us, first litter. I was very impressed with the consistency and quality in the 9 little ones. Thanks Carol Adams for having me by.

Cooper's kids

It has been wonderful hearing from the folks who added companion TTs to their families. All the pups from the Bodhi x Passion litter have made great strides in their new homes. It's comforting hearing about their progress.

Dennis, 

We spent most of yesterday settling in! He's pretty wired and ready for action today.... Trying to introduce his crate slowly... He's not having any of it... Wants to be held!!! Thank you again. Our house is a home again.

Miles thinks he found a friend!!! We wake up at night and just stare at him... He's so beautiful.. Have I mentioned he's feisty and a good eater. Staying on the eating schedule but he keeps growing.. Over one pound in two weeks. Crazy!! Thinking about taking him to Austin. Cleared on JetBlue... Just need to work shots out with vet. Tim knew I'd be too sad without him. Love to you my friend! Patricia

Hi Dennis,

I'm very bad about photos but will try for a few tomorrow.  Pema is doing great, getting through the night, peeing outside or on the paper (mostly...), has had her third shots and a full exam. A huge hit at the vet's office.  It's one of the real pleasures of the breed - everyone loves them!

Thanks a lot,

Jeri

 

Pema & her dad, Bodhi

Hi Dennis,

I am writing to check in and let you know that Tashi (we changed her name from Ketu) is doing well.  The first two days were a little tough.  She was scared and did not eat much.  She had some trouble sleeping through the night.  Molly (my Keeshond) stopped eating breakfast.

Yesterday was a turning point.  Molly and Tashi are getting along well...they play constantly and then sleep, then play ,then sleep.  Tashi prefers sleeping on laps.  Tashi is very smart...she is almost completely potty trained assuming I take her out often and has already learned "sit".  She also walks quite well on a leash.  She is very cute and I am glad the dogs are getting along well.  Tashi is also already going up and down stairs...our house is 4 levels.

I have attached a picture of Molly and Tashi from this morning while I was making breakfast...Molly is teaching Tashi the most important lesson in life...how to beg :)

I will keep you posted on Tashi's progress and send photos.  We learned one of your dogs, Ani, who is about 3, lives 2 blocks away.  

Also, I wanted to tell you when Tashi dreams she wags her tail!  How cute is that?

Best Regards,
Jessica

Dennis,

Little Jezzel and Lola are in love!  And because of Jezzel, Lola has quieted down.  Loves romping- mothing- hugging and rolling with little Jezzel.  But Jezzel is giving her the run for her treats.

Too much fun.  Although Lola still has her hissy barking fits.  It's getting better!

Lola does not like her picture taken. Soon as the flash goes off, she heads to another room and shy's away.  Waits till the coast is clear.  To funny.  Caught her lying on the bathroom floor- get the message!!! To funny!

Every time I try and get them together never fails! But here's Jezzel with her alligator. 

Alice -stay warm!

Hi Dennis,

Kailash is the joy of my life!  He is soooo impish and funny.  I've allowed him to sleep on my bed so I can deliver him to the outside if he needs to pee.  This morning he tunneled under the bedclothes and then appeared as if to say "when is breakfast served?"  He always brings a stick in from his outside ventures.  The puppy pads are gone but I haven't returned the rugs.  He has the run of the house and is perfectly happy being crated.  The only downside is that I'm wearing my old clothes as I've not been able to divert his tugging on my clothes.

I hope you've survived our snowy winter...and Westminster ???

Be well.

Joan

Hi Dennis,
Lark is doing very well. She and Ming have had a few very nice play sessions. Jeff still has his reservations but I think he is playing it smart - pretend to be a grumpy old codger and gain respect while she is still littler than he is!  Lark loves the snow and is enjoying the fenced yard. She has done all of her business out there today. 
Laura

Two of these little fur balls are making it into print.

Dennis!
Miles made pet of the week in the Bedford Minuteman! He's almost 18 pounds... Tripled since we brought him home a little over .. I think.. 10 weeks ago! He is so gorgeous and everyone says so. .. Any experience with TTs in commercials? Doing great in puppy kindergarten.. Although today...he was even challenging "sit". Oy! Love our baby.. Thank you for helping us make our house a home again! Cheers!
Patricia and Tim

Dennis

All Creatures Great & Small is New York's leading animal agency, providing professionally trained and handled animals. I sent photos of Jezzel yesterday to the agency.  They called this morning and they are INTERSTED in shooting JEZZEL.  They say she has lots of opportunities!  Beautiful markings!

Big Daddy Dennis thank you for having such beautiful puppies.

Frank & Alice

And it is always a joy to hear about them once they grow up.

Hi Dennis,

Ruben continues to make us smile. He's loving the Vermont winter. Hope you're staying warm...or heading to Mexico!

Karen and gang

Hi Dennis,

Panda is going great and loving the Maine winters.

He is OK with the big city noises when we are in Boston, but off leash in Maine is hard to beat.

He is such a fun loving companion. Niki, his lab older brother recently turned 12 and is also doing well, if a bit creaky.

Attached is a photo and silly video of Panda in his new boots.

Hope all is well with you and yours,

Judy and Bob 

Missing Willie so! Came upon this photo of him that Harriet had taken when we lived in Concord and Willie was all of  two years old. Such a handsome fella!

Had to share!

Kathleen

Hi Dennis...

Hope you're doing well.  Thought you'd enjoy this photo of Ridley.  He absolutely loves the snow.  He is almost 28 pounds!!!  We are all madly in love with him. 

Be well...

Stacy

PS

Thought you'd enjoy this one... I have called my grandfather (who is turning 94) "Puppy" since I could talk.  Just took this yesterday.

Happy Snow Day!

: )

Hi Dennis,

Om continues to be the sweetest of Tibetans...we love her for so many things...her temperament, her size,

her loyalty, her inner and outer beauty, and most of all ... because she is our Om! You bred the most perfect TT for us ... once again, thanks and a Happy New year!

I wanted to show you the silly side of Om.

Lisa & Bob









And there's always some good show news. Miss Cookie, aka Lukilu's Life Is But A Dream At Kiara, earned a few more points toward her AKC championship. A credit to her Dad, Cuervo, CH Kiara Black Medallion and her Mom, Sugar, Lukilu's Sweetest Think By Kiara, she's a real beauty! Here Cookie's photographed with her expert owner/handler Mike McLoughlin at her recent show win.

Lastly, I celebrate the breed and my breeding best in the whelping box. Miss Rain, CH Kiara Pitter Patter mothered a beautiful litter. Proud Dad is handsome Mr. Bodhi, CH Kiara Bodhi.

More later.

Tibetan Terrier Kiara Holiday Tidings 2013

A new holiday season is once again upon us: a time to reflect on all the joyous events the past year has brought us and smile at the future for what possibilities wait in store. 

It has been a great year of good fortune and spirited joyfulness here at Kiara. I highly recommend early retirement. Especially if you have other ambitions. Working --more or less-- full time with my TTs has brought me the completion of several goals this year...as it has in the past few years. I look forward to an assessment of what next year's goals should be. And I'll hope for the best.

There have been a few --very few-- shows recently as all the show-goals were accomplished. But it's never too early to start on the new ones. Waiting ring side to enter are Mike and Marie McLoughlin's beautiful Bea and Cookie.  Little Vienna was also present at this show.

Marie Mcloughlin with Bea and Mike with Cookie

When I sent the above photo of 6 month old Vienna, Kiara Tempset, to her Dad's owner, Karen, she was astounded.

Hi Dennis,

OMG!!! Vienna is beautiful. First weekend out winning a major, 

that's great!

Thought I'd show off a picture of my grandson with Reuben at our party last month...

He just started some obed. classes. He was barking at everyone the first 10 min, but was super the last 50... He's a spoiled farm dog that needs to get out there more! I wanted to ask you about showing lil Reuben... He's beautiful but not been to any conformation classes. He's such a lovely mover too...any ideas on shows coming up that I should enter with him? or we could  meet and  YOU can show him! You have the touch for sure!

We had our first snow last night...3" or so...winter like....brrrrr

Envy you on your trip to Mexico!
Karen & Reuben

Older bro Bodie with younger bro Reuben

The successful litter of Loui-zzz (CH Kiara Give Me A Kiss To Build A Dream On) to Cuervo (CH Kiara Black Medallion) all made great transitions to their new homes. It's good to hear about their first days whether by phone or emails with photos!

Dennis,

I meant to send you an email yesterday but my life has been filled with puppy.  Toby is the brightest, cutest, smartest puppy ever.  Well maybe that is a bit over the top but he is pretty spectacular.  Worked on the leash on Sunday.  Went into his crate and slept through the night with one short whimper Sunday and repeated that on Monday and Tuesday.  Loves his walks and is crazy about leaves.  Two little accidents in the house, but yesterday and today going right to his spot outdoors to do his business.  Went to the vet yesterday and got his shot and a microchip without a whimper.

Turns out getting a picture is hard on my phone.  This is the best one so far but I am going to break out the real camera and will send you more later.

Thanks for our boy.                Mike

Hey Dennis

Vinnie is awesome!  He loves the car so we take him everywhere.  We just strap his crate in the back seat and go.

Housetraining is always a challenge but accidents have been minimal.  He already plays fetch and that always wears him out.  He is still on 3 meals a day.  Vet suggested we stay there if our schedule allows. Sue works 1-5 so it does work and 2 little girls in the neighborhood take him out after school and run his legs off in the backyard.  He loves his crate and sleeps from 10pm to 630am! I am waiting for him to wake up any minute.  We received his registration papers in the mail, thank you. 

Hope all is well with you.

Lou

Dennis, Vinnie was out cold after helping rake leaves.

Hi Dennis, the puppy and Brock have arrived safe. We love him!  He is so adorable and absolutely what this home needed.  Yonti isn't exactly pleased but know he will warm up to him once he realizes he is staying :)  Thank you for the pictures.  They are both gorgeous!   Here are a couple of pics.  He did excellent on the flight and played a bit when he got here but is exhausted now. He is a happy little guy tonight.  He cuddles with me and then Brock :)   We had snow last night so he has been introduced to that.  Lot's of new things going on for the baby so he is tired.  I love his markings.  Can you send a pic of his mom and not sure if you would have a picture of the dad?  We are just curious about them. I don't even want to go to bed because I want to hold him all night :)   Thank you again for letting us have him.  He is so very much loved.   Thanks much.

Gayle














Now looking forward to see the newest members of the Kiara Family grow into their own. 

By studying the qualities of their mom, Passion, and their dad, Bodhi, I am only expecting the very best. They certainly will keep me busy during the holiday season and will bring many smiles while photographing them under the Christmas tree, amongst strings of lights, around Christmas decorations, sticking out of wreaths...you get the picture .

PASSION
CH Kiara All Fired Up

BODHI
CH Kiara Bodhi

And it's always good to hear from those owners whose TTs are a bit older.  Love hearing how they are doing and totally appreciate the love showered upon them. And on occasion I get to see them. 

Hi, Dennis,Thanks for the Friend E-Mail!  Hope all is well with you up there!Max is doing great....he is a true joy to Ed and me.  He can do some commands, although I still have problems with "heel".  He just wants to go his own way and make his own path, taking me along for the ride!One question- do you have any suggestions for shampoo and conditioners for him?  We are trying some different ones that the vet gave us....don't have the bottle here but will check on the name when he gets groomed next week. I finally got Max to hold still long enough for a picture! He has 'antennas' (or pigtails!) to hold his hair out of his eyes until it grows long enough to go back naturally. Momma's little Alien!Take care and stay warm.Jan

Dennis - Riley had his third birthday this week and we celebrated with his favorite elk antler and hugs. He's great. Will send a picture sometime soon for your end-of-year video.
Riley the cat!!! I hope this doesn't count as animal abuse, but Riley tends to be good natured as my kids make him part of the fun in our house!

I had him with me this weekend at a ballgame and somebody there loved him so much that she was interested in learning more from you. I shared your web site URL. Though I don't know her name, you shouldn't be surprised if somebody from Bethesda / Potomac / Rockville, MD gets in touch with you.

I hope you're doing well.

Richard









I had the privilege of a visit from Cyrus and his owners Nina and Dave. Cyrus was born here ten years ago from Socrates and Madam. Nina and Dave had kept him in beautiful condition --including full show coat-- throughout his life. It was good to hear what exceptional qualities he possesses --demonstrated toward people, other dogs and critters. I especially felt grateful to have him loved so!  He gaited into the backyard as if he had always been here and engaged with some old members of his family and one of the newest.

On a table for me

Investigating the dog yard

With Vienna in tow

Goodness had to say hello

Sometimes the news isn't as sweet. But knowing when a member of an older generation passes over the rainbow bridge --having lived a wonderful life-- is worth celebrating. Willie was loved a lot --not only by Paul and Kathleen-- but by his TT family.

Hi, With a very sad heart I have to say my beloved dog Willie passed away early this evening. He was in such distress I decided I had to let him go. Paul had hope to see him, but we decided I couldn't let him suffer another minute to wait his return, This condition called "old dog syndrome," came on so suddenly yesterday evening, and now he is gone. I have been so lucky to have known him from the very moment he was born --his full cycle of life (15+yrs.), and I was so thankful that he knew I was there with him as he passed on to his next journey. I told him his mom, Katie, was waiting for him. (Which really was meant to give me some peace of mind!) Paul has been away for over two weeks, and now Willie is not here. The TTs probably are wondering what is going on. Well, maybe they know more than I think. This morning Jack wouldn't come back in. He kept sniffing the yard looking for Willie. Sorry - we are all just so sad and at this moment I just need to share. Kathleen

Continuing to share photos of TTs of past generations has brought us to a family.  The last installments captured 3 of the handsome males and 3 beautiful females.  Here is a family: a mom, Bubble (CH Kiara Absolutely Fabulous), and a dad, Socrates (CH Kiara Me And My Happy Feet). The combination proved exciting as pups. Out of the pairing came two very influential children: handsome Vegas (CH Kiara Deja's Hit The Jackpot) and beautiful sister Flame (CH Kiara Flame of Rue Ch'ere).

BUBBLE 

SOCRATES

VEGAS

FLAME

Since 2008 I have prepared a video of photos I have received from all the wonderful TT families who have made a loving home for a Kiara Tibetan Terrier. I save them all, scan the holiday cards, and try include most of them. This year is no exception. I hope you take a moment to view the YouTube video to help celebrate the Holiday Season and this exceptional breed.

I wish everyone a joyous holiday season...busy as it may be...one that is filled with contentment, purpose, and celebration. And then after, a Happy New Year to all.

More later.

Late Summer/Early Fall

Over the past few months many events have occurred. First, it was fun to attend the Tibetan Terrier National Specialty held in Greensboro, North Carolina. I was given the opportunity to judge as the “breeder-judge” the Invitational Evening of Champions. It was an exceptional experience for me as I put on the very first one in 1999. I was proud that the event has lasted the test of time and has become one of the highlight events of our TT Specialty agenda.

All the beautiful Tibetans invited were exceptional –all 5’s to me. My judge peers, Marge Calltharp, AKC breed judge, Christian Manelopoulos, professional handler judge, and I came very close to agreeing, I’m sure, about those TT exhibits that excelled in the breed characteristics we were entrusted to evaluate to find the winner amongst all the winners.

Our top choice was GCH CH Arkeden N Kiskades Havin A Ball, Bocce, bred by Jackie and Thomas Faust. In my mind’s eye he certainly excelled in all things “Tibetan Terrier” we were required to evaluate. In addition to all of the pieces being so well integrated in such a super dog, he was classically groomed and beautifully presented. I was so honored to assist in presenting his owners Sally Birgl and Jackie Faust with the winning ribbon.

At that Specialty I had to opportunity to watch one of the TTs I bred compete and get top honors in the Rally Events. That was Mr. Cooper, CH Kiara Ewok Among Us.  I love the folks who can do these exceptional endeavors with my TTs. I am ver grateful. Cooper’s owner Jane wrote:

Dennis,

This picture of Cooper is so adorable. I had to send one to you. Perhaps you have a “Wall of Fame” for all your kids.

Today he passed his evaluation for Pet Therapy so we can visit the elderly and the sick and hopefully bring them some comfort and happiness.

Don and I enjoy him so much –we talk about him all the time. Travis loves him too.

Thanks again, Jane

Here at home we have a new champion: CH Kiara A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes. Or Q to us around the house. His road to his championship included four major pointed shows: a great record for this handsome, sweet TT male. This fortuitous happening makes his Mom, Dream (Sweet-Dreams Are Made Of This), an ROM –a register of merit mom.

First time out of the gate at the tender age of 6 months, Vienna, Kiara Tempest, earned her first points: a 3 point major! A very unexpected win for my little girl. At the same show her cousin, Cookie, Mike McLoughlin’s Lukilu Life Is But A Dream At Kiara, came in reserve. The little girls had the day. Making the weekend even memorable, Vienna went reserve the next day to a 4 point major winner.

Winning that four pointer was Mike McLoughlin’s Bea, Lukilu Little Song Of Mine. Bea now has earned her two majors. She has a few points to go toward her AKC championship.

And a few weeks ago his 6 month old Cookie was exhibited at the Greenwich Kennel Club B Match. It became a memorable event when the little girl went Best In Match! Congratulations.

Love receiving news and photos from everyone. Keeps me up with the Kiara family out there.

Hi Dennis, Hope you are doing well! Here's a picture I took of Maggie today after she was professionally groomed for the first time (only the hair around her eyes was cut). She has been doing great and is such a sweetheart! We love her to pieces. She is very healthy and weighed 14.5 lbs at the vet last week. I don't think she's going to be big. Thursday she is getting spayed. I'm dreading it for her:( How is her sister doing? Does she look like Maggie? I hope all is going well on your end and I will be in touch! Best, Megan

Shelley sent some photos of Zara (Andrea of Andrea and her apple) from days when she romped about the back yard before going to her new loving home.

Here is our boy Felix after a good romp in the yard. We just adore him and he's loving his new home in Brookline.

Karisa

Hi Dennis,

Hope this note finds you well.  Do you believe that Tashi turned three today?  She is a joy in our lives and is still the princess of the neighborhood.  No matter where we go people are always asking questions about her and we have been told more than once how beautiful she is.  On a recent visit to Martha's Vineyard, we had at least 30 people stop us. Forwarding a recent picture.  

Sincerely,

Bob and Linda

Hi Dennis - hard to believe Miss Thing is a great grandmother! She has such an enthusiastic, bouncy, youthful personality. Even her vet was in disbelief at her age a few months ago when I asked him to do the senior panel as part of her check up. She is wonderful with Jeffie and my mom - both of whom are a bit fragile these days.  She loves to go bed in the big bed with Jeff and me and loves to go for walks both on and off leash. We really enjoy having her as part of our family – Laura

Thank you all for making such loving homes for these TTs. Laura wrote about Miss Thing as she has great-great grandchildren here. Mother Loui-zzz and Dad Cuervo produced a beautiful new litter of pups.

Once again, looking at all the photos of TTs --some from the recent past and others from years gone by-- in my own archives of photos, I’m sharing some more of the beauties that helped produce the Kiara TTs walking about today.  Last time I captured 3 of the boys. Here are three more worth taking a look at --3 of the girls:

CH Kiara Poor Butterfly
Bianca

CH Kiara Ou-La_La
Jilly

CH Kiara's Wicket Dinah-Might
Dinah

More later.