Sad to say goodbye but looking for a retirement pet home where he could be the center of someone's world.

Traps

Regardless of your thoughts on trapping, Conibear traps are in New Brunswick and this video could save your dog's life: http://youtu.be/2zlWzkfRJRI

However, the best way to keep your dog safe is to keep them on a leash when in the woods or on unfamiliar trails where trapping is allowed.

Chaleur Dog Show

This past weekend I attended the Chaleur Dog Show. In previous years this was a very small show, while one of my favorite, I was always worried about its lack of entry support. Well - I have to say I worry no more. The club put an enormous effort forward and this was an amazing show. They had tons of vendors, lots of room, excellent parking and an air conditioned building. Plus, they had four large screens up for better viewing and ring announcers. Hats off the Robert and his team.

I had two female GSD's entered and did not manage to get past reserve female but have to say that there was a very nice GSD entry. However, I did have one super star of the weekend. Ch Lady Olivia CGN PCD RN OFA h/e was dusted off and drug to the show despite her protests of not having been on a leash since August last year and having just whelped 11 puppies six weeks previous to this. Despite all that, she managed to pass the first leg of her CD with a 186 under judge Donald Wallace. Poor Olivia, this just means that I want this title now and she will have to go back :)

I encourage everyone to attend this show next year. I assure you that you will not be disappointed.

NSGSDC Futurity 2011

What a great day. It was wonderful to see old friends and meet new ones. My girl Nina showed very well for a young dog and was expertly presented by H Smith. This was Nina's first outdoor show and she was a bald as a cucumber. However, even with no hair, the judge took the time to tell us that she "loved the color, nice movement, pretty dog but too bad about the coat" and gave a good hard look for Reserve Female. These were encouraging comments. Nina has done well in very limited showing picking up 5 points and group 3rd. Everywhere she goes I have people telling me "you have a nice girl there, hang on to that one".

This years Specialty was host to a wonderful group of dogs. nice to see both "styles" of German Shepherds well represented.

My Congratulations to all the winners. I am already looking forward to next year.

2011 Futurity Hopeful

Well it's that time of year again. German Shepherd Specialty time to be exact. While I promised myself that I was taking this year off from the shows ( so far so good ), I just could not help entering my 12 -18 month female in the Futurity. I kept telling myself it was just a formality in order to be able to attend the Maturity next year. However, as the date keeps getting closer I have become more and more excited ....and then what happens.....the darn dog must have felt it to, so much so all her coat blew out, just in time for the show. Well, wouldn't that just grab ya? Regardless, she is entered, she will get bathed tonight and I will take a critical look at her the morning of the show. Good Luck to all GSD's at the NSGSDC Specialty this weekend. See you there, either from the sidelines or in the ring - that is yet to be determined. :)Either way, I will be cheering you all on.

Happy Canada Day

Happy St Patty's Day!!!!!

10 years

It has been 10 years today that I said good bye to a very special dog. I love all my dogs but this girl was "it". There was nothing she couldn't do and she was always by my side. She was the best ambassador for her breed that there ever could be. Everyone that met her loved her. Even though it has been 10 years, I still wear her collar on my left wrist. I have a new special dog now - Miss Vivian - although she can in no way hold a candle to this dog, I do feel that she has been sent to me to help heal a hole in my heart that just could not fill.

Not a day goes by that I do not think of you and miss you - RIP Gretchen- rest assured, you can and will never be replaced.

Off to a Good Start

Talk about making a debut. Nina came out as a Junior Puppy and went Best of Breed, Best Puppy in Breed and a Group Third. This little girl shows remarkable promise.

Nina has the darkest eyes I have seen in a very long time. She is very clean in her movement but I would like to see a little more front reach. I am sure that will come as she gains confidence on the mats.

Nina is very soft in temperament. She gets along well with the other dogs and loves to play. She is going to be a fairly large girl but I do think she will keep her femininity. I love the dark dark colors but not so sure the judges will take to the non traditional markings. Will have to wait and see. So far it seems to be working in her favor.

Watch for Nina to come out in the 12 - 18 month class early 2011.

Rumors????

Well, I have to say that I am so pleased with my little puppy "Rumor". She is now sitting on 7 points, multiple Best of Breed wins( over Specials), multiple Best Puppy in Breed wins and now a Group 3rd. Quite a start for her career.

Rumor is a very pretty little dog. She has excellent pigment, very clean movement and beautiful little cat feet. I would like to see a little more equipment in the rear, longer croup and stronger back, but, overall she is a nice pup.

Rumor has an abundance of energy which can actually make her a little annoying at times. Let me correct that, she is very annoying at times. This however, does not take away from the fact that she is proving to be a wonderful little show dog. She hates it but with only 3 points left to go, I am going to enter her again.

I am not sure if Rumor will stay with me forever or if she will find a home somewhere else in time, but for now I will sit back and enjoy the roll this little home bred puppy is on.

Yep - not bad for a puppy that was sold to a show home and returned because she was not what they wanted for the shows. We all have different tastes and maybe she would not have been a puppy that I would have picked but I am sure glad she is carrying my name.

Exciting News

Check out this link. Very exciting stuff for shelters and responsible breeders.

http://www.vancouversun.com/life/Richmond+votes+draft+banning+sales+stores/3630156/story.html

Happy Halloween

Miss Vivian showing her true colors.

Another Show - Another Title, or Two

The August show was well worth the trip. My Bullie girl Olivia pulled off another excellent performance to obtain her Rally Novice B title in consecutive back to back wins. This time she went Third High in Class out of a class of thirteen dogs. I would like her to tighten up her heeling a little bit but we will work on that for next year as we hopefully head off to the CD ring.

It has also been a grand year for my young GSD female - Smartie. She finished her PCD Title at this show. I am hoping to finish her Rally Advanced B this year as she already has two legs. Smartie will be in the CD ring early next year.

Keep checking the website for updates on these two girls and all the other members of the VeGrenan family.

VeGrenan Bullmastiff in a Cat Tunnel

Sooooooooo Happy!!!!!!!!!!

I am so happy and beyond thrilled to announce that my "baby" Miss Vivian finished her Championship this weekend at the Glace Bay Shows. Vivian went Best of Winners and Best of Opposite for her last points. Huge thank you to Judge Ole Neilsen for seeing what this girl has to offer. I of course think she is perfect but, in reality I know better. Regardless, she is finished and I am happy. It is now off to the obedience rings with her - I think - she may have other plans.

That same afternoon, Edward finished his Champions by going Best Of Winners under Judge P Wolfish. Edward was nicely handled by Lee McKeigan Dempsy - this is her first big win and I am very proud of this team. Lee will be taking Edward on to his CGN this fall - as long as Edward can stay on his feet long enough.

This day was truly taylor made and could not have went any better if I planned it ahead of time. Six hour drive one way but it was so worth it. My dad actually came along for the trip and was a huge help in the driving.

Aiko and Rumor

Sooooooo proud of my boy VeGrenan's Aiko the Terrible RN (owned/trained/loved by

H. Smith). He earned his Rally Advanced Title today at the KOC Show. Aiko earned this title by going High in Class three straight trials in a row. Way to go guys!!!!! He is such a handsome dog and he turns heads wherever he goes.

The pleasant shocker of the day of was my little Junior Puppy Female GSD "Rumor". This young cutie actually went Best of Opposite over a very accomplished Special today at the NBKC show. This puts her at 5 points already. Have to say that so far she and A. Sauliner have made an impressive team. Watch for Rumor at the coming Halifax and Trenton Shows in September 2010.

On a down side, I hurt my knee so badly in the Group Three ring at this show that I can hardly stand let alone walk. Looks like I might be sidelined from competing for a little while.

NBKC and KOC Shows

I am so proud of three of my girls.

On Saturday August 21 2010 - Olivia earned her Rally Novice Title. She went Third High in Class B out of a huge class of 13 entries and earned a score of 96. Olivia never skipped a beat and earned this title in three straight tries. While there was some begging and pleading on a few exercises, we managed to get through and did better than I expected.

On the same day, Smartie ( Handled by A Saulnier ) earned her PCD Title. Way to go!!! Watch for Smartie in the Rally Advanced Ring at the Halifax Shows in September.

And, little Rumor won her class at the Sat show and Took Best Puppy in Breed at the Maritime Group Seven Specialty. No Points but this win looks great for her. April and her looked very nice together.

Olivia will be taking some time off while I choose another "victim" to work with. I am hoping that there will be some babies in Olivia's future.

Watch for Nina and Uno at the shows this Fall.

Moncton SPCA

Moncton SPCA

CBC News - New Brunswick - Moncton SPCA overflowing with animals

CBC News - New Brunswick - Moncton SPCA overflowing with animals

Sad Day

It is with heavy heart that I say Good-Bye to Priscilla (Bullezeyez Priscilla VeGrenan). Cancer has taken this young girl from me far too soon. Priscilla was always such a busy little thing and I would often times find myself a little frustrated with her over the top antics - I feel awful about that as I now know that she was just trying to cram a lifetime of living in to 13 short months.

She was a ham at everything. She loved to show and was very successful, having quickly earned 8 points towards her championship. I know this little girl would have gone far.

Dear Priscilla - I hope you know that you were loved by all that met you, that I am very grateful to have called you my own and that I hope you will remember as you play at the Rainbow Bridge.

Good Bye - RIP.

June 22 2009 - August 9 2010