Teddy and I go back to school

This week Teddy started his training to learn how to be a show dog! He's 11 months old now, and soon realized this wasn't another puppy kindergarten class ("no playtime with the other doggies in the center of the ring Mom?")

And I realized I need to practice walking in a straight line - LOL  

Lookin' good Teddy!  His registered name is "Kel-Lani's Trending Now"

Happy New Year!

  
You can sure see the family resemblance in this photo of Aimee with her half brother Rhys (who's owned and loved by Adriana Sisco)

Wishing each of you a Happy New Year and that 2013 brings you all love, happiness, and friendship! 

Merry Christmas!

From our house to yours, wishing you all 

a very Merry Christmas and all the best for 2013!

Aimee and Holly enjoy the Holidays!

Aimee  &  Holly  ~  Christmas 2012  ~  photo by Adriana Sisco

Just had to share this...Aimee and her friend Holly getting into the Christmas spirit!

Thanks Adriana for the wonderful visit and for taking this cute photo of Aimee and your girl :)

Jasper and Ruby Giveaway Winner!

It's time to announce the winner for our Jasper and Ruby giveaway!

drumroll.....who's it gonna be....?

Congratulations Kelley!

A huge thank you to everyone who entered and to Debra of

Jasper and Ruby for generously offering this wonderful prize! :)

Giveaway! Wonderful artwork from Jasper and Ruby's Etsy shop

I was searching Etsy the other day, looking through Sheltie items and came across the most charming and wonderful artwork done by an artist extraordinaire, Debra St. Germain. She is a fellow Sheltie lover and the creative force behind Jasper And Ruby's Etsy shop. 
As well as Shelties, her art features many other dog breeds, and also the adorable animals in the Forest Friends, Safari Babies, Farm Friends series and more!
She's generously offered one of our lucky readers their choice of either a 4 pack of notecards, or a 5x7 of any print in her shop. Here are a few of our favorites... 

 "Jasper and the Blue Jay"

 "Who Are Ewe"

"Father and Son"

This Giveaway is open to everyone Worldwide! To enter, please use the Rafflecopter form below.
Good luck!

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Halloween Fun

With training class on Halloween night, Sugar and Teddy got ready to do some tricks for treats!
It was a lot of fun, as other puppies came in costume too! Our instructor gave out homemade doggy biscuits, and we got nummy chocolates.
Sugar went as a beautiful Hula girl....

and Teddy was a little Sailor....

I hope you all had a great Halloween!
 

Our Little Teddy Bear Is Growing Up!

"Teddy", our Aimee and Koivu son, is becoming a gorgeous youngster! At 7 months old and 14 inches, he's fulfilling the promise he showed as a baby. He started puppy classes this Fall, and is quickly learning basic obedience as well as fetch and seek, and doing beautiful recalls! He loves everybody, and reacts to different situations like a little pro - always eager to meet new people and play with new dogs.

"Teddy Bear" has the sweetest expression, and the personality to match! He'll leap into your arms in a heartbeat and is an absolute joy to live with!  His coat is growing beautifully, his structure is exquisite, and his head is simply wonderful!  We couldn't ask for anything more! 

A Vancouver Bed and Breakfast with Sheltie flair!

One of my favorite spots in Vancouver is Kitsilano Beach where I grew up right across the street from the ocean. Our dear friend Judy Leblanc also grew up in Kitsilano less than a mile away from my house. We enjoyed the same activities, went to the same High School and, as you can see, we both love Shelties! 

Judy's beautiful home is Broadway West Bed and Breakfast. If you're planning a visit to Vancouver, and looking for that perfect B and B, be sure to check out her website.

Join us for a quick tour of her lovely Kitsilano home...

Moka and Jewel relaxing at the front door

The comfortable main floor living room

 The wonderful aroma of breakfast awaits you in the kitchen

Or, if you'd prefer, you can dine on the outdoor patio

My favorite bedroom - the East room

The West room sure looks comfy too!

You can catch up with high-speed internet in the sitting room

Moka and Pepe

Happy 1st Birthday Mardi!

We had fun today celebrating Mardi's first Birthday! He's grown into such a handsome little boy!    

  

His nummy cake, decorated with cream cheese 

He thoroughly enjoyed himself, and loved all the extra attention today!

Starting off with a "lick and a promise"

Digging in ~ he loved it!

Happy Birthday Mardi! 

(Belmark Kel-Lani's Mardi Gras)