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Okay, somebody needs to start this thread, so I'll do it! My pup was born 11/29/12. He comes home 1/24/13.

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Awe Congrats Dana....he sure is cute. Sage would never win in conformation but we are hoping an obedience title might be in our future....it would be a coo for me as I'm not the worlds best trainer but I have determination and will....and IF we do well then my next pup will be with this in mind. I am working with an awesome lady who shows in different venues does field and is just entering conformation....she has been a huge help for me. Good luck to you and Gibbs!

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We are a quiet lot....Sage is 8 months now and welcomed a new human baby nephew. She has been very busy getting to know him since the kids are staying with us for a few weeks...mommy had a c-section.

Sage passed her junior manners last week and we have a week off before we start class again. We are repeating j.m. as the next class is for the CGC and while Sage has come a long way we aren't ready and I don't want to stop going to class altogether for a few months.

In the last month I have seen Sage really start to mature and be mostly the dog we hoped for. There's still a lot of puppy in there, which I love. It's been hot hot hot here lately so our outside is early morns and evenings. Neither Sage nor I like the heat!

All in all we are great and Sage is awesome. I can't believe how much I love this dog...she is my heart...

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Hi there, in the last month, we have also noticed a change in Laika's maturity level. I'm not saying she's any less energetic - in fact I think she's hit an energy spurt - but in terms of decision making outside, and listening to us because she cares about how we feel.

I mentioned that we had some potty issues last month, and I'm glad to say they're resolved. She can go 4-5 hours between pees, and is willing and able to hold it if someone's not available to let her out.

Anyone else's pup turn into a chewing machine? I think this is about the time their adult teeth "set in", so in effect it's almost like a 2nd teething period. She is a voracious chewer, although luckily only of her bones and bully sticks.

We've continued in agility, and she is amazing at it. She just follows my body language so naturally, so once we got all the obstacles down, she is a breeze to handle. Now to work on not being distracted by the other dogs there...

It's heart-warming to see the relationship continue to develop between Chaya and Laika. It seems like they have a shorthand secret language between just the 2 of them. They'll do things to each other (like body-slam on the other's neck while lying down) that no way would they allow any other dog to do to them. They show each other yummies to pick up in the street, follow each other's reactions when a strange dog approaches, and makes sure the other one keeps up when we're all off leash playing in the park. <3
 
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Chaya - your signature pic is stunning!!

and Danaruns - congrats to Gibbs, he's so handsome.

Sammy is also a November baby and he is 8 months old next week. The time has flown by and I can't believe how much he has grown up. He's very mature for a pup, the mouthing has almost stopped (luckily his toys take the majority of it, we're getting through so many toys lol). He's also completely potty trained and has been for quite a while.

Here's a recent photo of him :)

 
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Gibbs is no longer a puppy. He's no a dog. It makes me kind of sad. :( I loved that cute and fun little puppy. Now I have a young dog that is very willful and strong and obsessed with his tennis ball.

I haven't taken any recent pics. Here are some from June 27th. I can't see what they are on my phone, I can only see the links, but I think they are all (or most of them) taken at a dog show.









 
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Sage stands 21 inches tall and weighs 55 lbs. She hasn't gotten any taller in 2 months and only gained 5 pounds in that time too....her mother was a tad above standard in the weight department but her sire was right in the standard. I expect she will fill out more but not get taller....idc as long as she is a healthy weight for her frame!

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Our Foxy Born 11/15/2012(Sugar River Yukon's Golden Fox) came home 8 weeks later. Following obedience class we took her to Field Training Boot Camp, we hope to get her back by the end of August. Of course we visit and train with her, but really are ready to have her home and start hunt testing with her. She is from HR Topbrass Foxy Roxy of Sugar River JH & Choctaw's Yukon Copper Penny MY WCX**
 

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The picture in my signature is the lastest that I have of Emma and that was at the beginning of July when she was 8 months. We were at the beach and I came into my room to find her snuggled up with my jacket on the bed (I don't usually let Emma or Moose on furniture). She's starting to level out in height and weight though I assume she will start to fill out over the next year or so.
 
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Wow, I can't believe The November puppies are or soon will be 1 year old! Murphy's 1st Birthday is November 17th. We're planning a small get together with his best friend, Mosley (mixed Husky) and his cousin, Chief (a Springer Spaniel). Not sure what his treat will be, maybe a grain-free cookie! LOL. What a wonderful first year for my buddy and love of my life. Happy Birthday to all the November Golden Babies!
 
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I know, I can't believe how fast time is flying by either. That will be an awesome time for Murphy with his friends!!

Keisel turns 1 year on the 19th but the weekend before we are having a small puppy reunion with 3 of his brothers and one sister as well as his mom at the beach. I can't wait to see everyone and take pictures! :)

Oh and also the fact that I'm getting another golden boy that should be born on November 24th.. another November boy!! haha. They will be a year apart which will be great :)
 
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Hey all! Lightning Just turned 1 year old on Nov. 2nd. She's currently standing at 23 inches and weighs a little over 90lbs. She is very fit, and her dad was humoungous (24 in, 160lbs)(and her mom was "bigger than average" too (22 in, 110lbs). Sorry I don't have any pictures, as I just returned from home. But she's doing so well my dad (retired) actually begged me to leave her with him, & to leave to school alone (about two months ago)! She's having a blast, but as always loves playing with the kids!

I'm glad to hear about all of your pups too! Please keep the updates coming, it always makes my day (especially being so far from my own pup).

Thanks!
 
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We're starting to get clearances for Gibbs (born 11/29/12). He now has his CERF eye clearance, and yesterday we got hip and elbow prelims: elbows "normal" and hips "good." Let's just hope this crash-and-burn dog holds them until he's 24 mos.! Here's his prelim clearance, hip x-ray, and a photo of Gibbs by the fire last night. :)
 

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HAHA Dana..

Of course I have updates... that's why I created a Facebook page so I can keep the annoyance level to one place :D

As far as conformation goes with Keisel and how he is turning out, it's going okay. He is actually very tall which was something I didn't think would happen. He's 24.5'' tall which is 1/2 above standard for males. He is also very skinny and I've having a heck of a time putting weight on him. He only weighs about 65lbs and it took forever to get him over 60lbs which is what he weighed at 1 year. He is an energizer bunny and won't stop moving lol! I was going to wait till he was 24 months to even do clearances on him because I didn't want to spend money on the prelims if they don't even count. I will probably do eye cerf this summer though.

I met with the breeder and a few other people to look over Keisel this past weekend and they say he just needs to add more weight and would look 10 times better. He also has no coat either right now. Also his sire didn't start showing till he was around 3 anyways so maybe Keisel will be a late bloomer too.

I am looking for other things for him to compete in now like Rally or Field Trials till he matures more. Here are some pics of him (not groomed) the other day after swimming all weekend. You can see his chest still needs to drop a lil more.
 

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#132 · (Edited)
Okay, somebody needs to start this thread, so I'll do it! My pup was born 11/29/12. He comes home 1/24/13.

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Well, our dogs are all grown up now. And Gibbs just finished his AKC championship. I'm so proud of my boy. Who knew that the potato with legs in the above photo would grow up to be a great dog? :D



Gibbs is retired from the show ring and is taking agility lessons, and he loves dock diving. He is ball obsessed, and even has a Kong ball he treasures so much we call it his "Precious." :D He's fearless, enthusiastic, energetic and loving. So many things I had no idea about when he was born! And now we all have adult dogs, entering their prime. So, post updates of yours, please! :)
 
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