Elyan Cardigans http://elyancardigans.com . . . a moment in time Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:36:37 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Versatile Cardigan Excellent http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/versatile-cardigan-excellent/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/versatile-cardigan-excellent/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:36:37 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7675 This arrived in today’s mail.  Chase has definitely earned it with his performances in so many venues.

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/versatile-cardigan-excellent/feed/ 7 Whoopee! More Baybeez! http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/whoopee-more-baybeez/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/whoopee-more-baybeez/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:51:00 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7671 A few weeks ago, Chase sent a special delivery package to Kathy McCombs‘ girl Keina.  An ultrasound today confirmed that there will be puppies born on March 22nd.  The pedigree is here.  This is a photo of the mom-to-be.  I love puppies!  This litter will be born in Waco, Texas.

CH Byrnecrest’s Keina Sweetie Sweet

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/whoopee-more-baybeez/feed/ 0 The Rest of Pepper’s Story http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-rest-of-peppers-story/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-rest-of-peppers-story/#comments Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:03:45 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7667 Last week I posted about a Cardi/Cattle Dog cross that needed a home.  As a puppy, Pepper had gone to live in a man’s backyard — 24/7 — in the back yard.  The Flight Attendant that lived next door had periodically spent time holding and playing with him, but other than that, he received no affection.  The man decided he couldn’t take care of the youngster.  The flight attendant took him home (she rescues cats).  There ensued the great cat round-up which apparently was wild and wooly.  The flight attendant decided she couldn’t keep Pepper and handed him off to a lovely older couple that lives out in the canyon.  They have two rescue dogs and the youngster was a bit much for them.  Nonetheless they took him to their vet where he was checked out, given a clean bill of health, and vaccinated.  They sent email to some of the people in our local dog training club indicating the dog was a Cardigan Welsh Corgi.  That pricked up ears and I received a “help” email.

Last Friday I picked Pepper up and took him home.  Because most of my other dogs are off at shows or herding, only Inca was there to greet the little guy.  As long as Inca gets her share of attention, she doesn’t care who I bring home.  I posted on our Southwest Cardigan list about Pepper.  Within hours I received a call from another local Cardigan person that had a family that wanted a Cardi and would consider a cross.  Pepper was healthy and up to date on his shots.  He needed to be neutered.  The woman who called me is a vet tech.  Her vet knows the prospective adopters and said she would neuter at no charge.  Pepper is so sweet and happy — he wants to be touched and held and stroked, but has no behavioral issues.  The prospective adopters are a couple with a three-year old daughter that have had Pems.

Yesterday I came into Albuquerque and met the family at my office..  What do you think happened?

So Pepper went off to be a happy dog with his very-own-little-girl.  Lorelei looks pretty pleased as well.  I just love happy endings!

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-rest-of-peppers-story/feed/ 6 Mud Herding http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/mud-herding/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/mud-herding/#comments Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:43:38 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7662 It is raining hard in Tennessee — at least where Susan trains the Chaseman.  Cheryl put on her bright yellow slicker suit, braved the elements, and took photos.  Chase will try for his last two Advanced Sheep legs on March 24-25.  He may well be ready!

WOW!  Perfect Centerline!

This is pastoral!

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/mud-herding/feed/ 0 Another Day At The Dogshows http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/another-day-at-the-dogshows/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/another-day-at-the-dogshows/#comments Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:20:50 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7660 For today’s report:  In Texas, Ms. Riley was Winners Bitch for another point.

In Denver, both Rango and Nola were Reserve.  There is one more day in Denver — here’s hoping for a point for each of the kids.

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]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/go-riley-go/feed/ 0 The Daily Holmes http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-daily-holmes/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-daily-holmes/#comments Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:10:50 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7655 A new report in from Anne.  Holmes has not yet done anything terrible — good dog!  Great owner!

Just wanted to let you know Holmes is doing great.  He is such a good boy!  We went for a ride to that organic dog food store yesterday.  He snacked the first couple days, which I expected, but his eating didn’t pick up after that.  He hasn’t been eating too well, so I got samples of a a few different gluten free foods to try, some frozen raw patties, and some dehydrated raw food.  He liked the dehydrated raw food more than the dry food – he ate pretty well last night.  Tonight I’ll give him the patties mixed with some dry food – I’m pretty sure he’ll like the patties!  He looks a little slimmer this weekend from when I picked him up, so I wanted to get him eating well.

Josh comes home tomorrow, so I’ve got the Thundershirt ready.  He follows me around the house like a shadow, which I love.  He is definitely a very loyal dog.  Chloe is good too, but she is a little more independent with me, and is extremely attached to Josh.  They each have their own person, LOL!

I am taking him to the vet on Monday to get his records in and introduce him.  I ordered the Dremel, so this week I will start working on his nails when it comes.

I’ve been trying to get some good photos, but he moves so quickly!!

I was wondering about the name tag on his collar – I love that! Where did you order it from? {Me – It is a Boomerang Tag]

I also just wanted to keep you posted… I know he means a lot to you and it sounds like he didn’t have a good experience when he was away with one of the handlers, so I just wanted to let you know things are well and he is happy. I can’t wait to start obedience classes with him – I am really looking forward to it.  The classes start in March, but I’m going to start working with him at home.  I hope all is well with you!

Thank you, Anne.  I miss my boy, but know he is happy with you and the kids — watch out, Josh!

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/the-daily-holmes/feed/ 2 Rango’s In Denver http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/rangos-in-denver/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/rangos-in-denver/#comments Sat, 18 Feb 2012 19:56:51 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7653 Rango (Chase/Ditto) earned his first point today at the Plum Creek Kennel Club in Denver.  He’ll be 8 months old next week.  He joins his sister Riley who already has four points.  Thanks to Jessica Viera for showing the cute boy.

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/rangos-in-denver/feed/ 0 He’s Sweet and At Least Part Cardi http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/hes-sweet-and-at-least-part-cardi/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/hes-sweet-and-at-least-part-cardi/#comments Sat, 18 Feb 2012 18:49:35 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7644 A local woman took in a dog that she thought was a Cardigan.  I went and picked him up, but don’t think he is purebred Cardi — probably some Cattle Dog mixed in.  The woman called him Pepper.  He’s about 9 months old and has lived in a back yard alone since he was a baby puppy.  He is so sweet, loves the other dogs and people.  He just wants to be touched.  The crate was news to him, the leash was a new experience (though he picked it up right away).  Since he’s not a purebred, he’s also not a candidate for the Cardigan Rescue Trust.  I’m hoping to find a home for him locally — someone that wants a sweet, responsive and very athletic dog.  He would be such a great agility dog.  I had trouble getting straight on head shots.  As soon as he realizes I’m looking at him, he launches himself at me.

So, Heeeere’s Pepper:

]]> http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/hes-sweet-and-at-least-part-cardi/feed/ 3 Holmes Is Right At Home http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/holmes-is-right-at-home/ http://elyancardigans.com/2012/02/holmes-is-right-at-home/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:15:57 +0000 myeye http://elyancardigans.com/?p=7641 A photo from Anne this morning.  That sure looks like a people bed to me.  Holmes has wasted no time — and he certainly looks happy.

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