The whole day was just wonderful, it was lovely to see our friends, and the young dogs who mostly were in unfamiliar territory took it all in their stride. Sarah cooked us breakfast and we provided lunch. With the show set up very differently we had our borrowed gazebo set up behind the vans ... now we need to get our own for future shows.
Orin looked amazing in the ring, maybe I had rose-tinted glasses on, but he looked jaw-droppingly beautiful in my eyes. He and Ian worked so wonderfully together, and I can't thank Ian enough for getting the best out of him at his first show. They looked so professional together. Isla also looked great, though lacking Orin's coat she has tones of glamour. Her behaviour was also faultless. I was extremely proud of both.
Kaiah moved wonderfully for me, but did look a little bored in stance. The advantage of a handler, other than their fitness of course, is that the dogs are far more on their toes with a handler than an owner. Maybe next time Kaiah needs a handler too then! Well actually next time is a Champ show so Kaiah will have a handler.
Siska and Callan had a catch up and a play and both got to meet the wonderful Sully. Siska wasn't keen on the PMD's - "What be those huge white sheep things?" she thought. Bless her the girl did so well, taking it all in her stride. She sure has the advantage of being there at her age, saying that I can't fault Orin, Zeus or Isla either ... they all behaved as if they had been doing it all their lives. Good K Kids - Very proud.
