December 29, 2008 - The babies are here!! She fooled us yesterday and kept us up all night in wait, but it was well worth it. Today Phoebe brought into the world four gorgeous new butterflies. Two boys and two girls, the last of which a big, yet tiny, surprise to us all. We are so very thankful all went well and routine this time. Phoebe is a wonderful mother and intent on doing her job as a new momma. If they stay as perfect as they are now, we'll be turning heads in the ring! :)

Don't they look so happy! lol
Top row L-R: Luna, Paris, Phoebe, Jade, Seren, Isis
Bottom row L-R: Austin, Kyra, Echo, Baron, Gypsy

Family portrait, mom and her pups at 13 weeks - Jade, Paris, and Echo

December 24, 2008  the count down has begun, only a few more days to go... we can hardly wait!! Phoebe was bred to BIS Multi CH Caratoots Classy Centerfold "Jazz".. this gorgeous boy is what sparked our interest into the breed. The moment I saw him float around the ring I knew someday I wanted to own a dog just like him... so you can imagine our excitement when the opportunity came to have him as a sire to one of our litters. No puppies will be available from this crossing at this time. You can view the pups outstanding pedigree here.

Phoebe was having a great time rolling on our freshly cleaned bed, so we took the opportunity for some cute belly shots. :)

October 19, 2008 - Canine Good Citizen Test

Phoebe and Gypsy complete their testing and are now certified CGC and TDI (therapy) dogs! Below are random photos taken from their test exam. We just got a new camera and are learning how to use it, hence we didn't get the motion button on and some of the photos turned out a little blurry. We look forward to starting the girls at their new career in early spring 2009. We now have three certified therapy dogs and four who have passed their AKC Canine Good Citizen test.

Above- phoebe sitting for petting and sitting for the recall. Below she is on a down stay.

Above - Gypsy sitting for petting and brushing. Heel work, and a down  stay. 
We had to do this twice since she really does not like to down.  
But she was a good little girl and always had her eyes on me watching.

Above- Gypsy on recall, walking through a crowd, and then her visiting with someone in a wheel chair.  
She was more then happy to be lifted into the ladies lap some soft pats and a snuggle.

Born September 19, 2008 - Our  baby girl Paris was quite brave and brought into the world two beautiful new butterflies last night. Her struggle and determination despite the many complications during the process really took it out of her and we almost lost her at one point from stress and exhaustion. We manage to get baby Jade out, but it was more of a process then any of us were comfortable with and she was born lifeless. Almost two full minutes of rubbing and gentle breaths working her brought joyful screeches in the wee hours of the morning. We ended up rushing her to our vet for an emergency c-section where Echo earned his name proudly by coming out hollering for all the world to hear! This is the last litter for Paris and these new butterflies will be staying with us to carry on her lines.

September 1, 2008 - Almost time!! Paris is now into her 7th week and her cute puppy tummy is starting to show. Ok, so we're just a LITTLE bit excited about these babies! This will be Paris' second and last litter of pups. Her daughter from her first litter finished her UKC Championship at just barely 11 months and was not shown until she was 8 months. She has also won BOB puppy and Reserve Winners Bitch at two separate AKC shows! The pups father is sired by  CAN CH Diamondsun Harrison (sired by BPIS Can/Am Ch. Maleko Rykor von Tiamo x Diamondsun's Northern Star ROM). We hope to see fantastic coat, fringe, and structure from these pups. At this time, we are not offering any pups from this litter for sale. This is purely for information purpose only. 

Paris being shy and hiding from the camera, showing her cute puppy tummy.

July 23, 2008 - We recieved these adorable photos of our pups siblings today. Sky & Storm were born at Raven Crest, their parents are Raven Crest Panda (littermate to Baron & Paris) and UKC CH Raven Crest Chasin'  The Gold. Their adopted parents love to travel and camp and the kids are having a blast exploring all the new sights.  

Below are some photos of Sky and Storm growing up.

 
Handsome Storm, he looks just like his Uncle Baron when he was a pup. 
 
L-R: Sweet Sky helping her new dad read the paper, while brother Storm washes his paws.
  Enjoying the summer sun. 
I just can't get over how much little storm looks like his uncle Baron! What a handsome boy!

Sky bird playing tug-of-war with little brother. What a sweet baby face she has. :)

August 9, 2008 - We're happy to welcome little Bebop into our home. Not sure what the future will hold for this cute little boy, but to say the least we are pleased to have him with us and a part of our family.

Pictured left: Bebop and his littermate sister Gyspy.

**temp photo - actual photo updated on Kyra's page**

Special thanks to judge Chris Cornell for passing Baron on his Canine Good Citizen title. 
Baron also completed all the tests needed to be a therapy dog, instead we chose to just get his CGC cert.

Baron working on the down stay and recall. More photos of Baron testing and his certificate will be posted here.

UKC WA Classic -Many thanks to the judges for placing our girls so well and in the completion of Kyra's new championship!

Saturday July 5, 2008-
S1 Ronald Lambert- Kyra wins Best female, Isis wins reserve best female.  Luna places reserve in the champion class. 
S2 Phyllis Lambert- Kyra wins Best female, Luna wins reserve champion.

Sunday July 6, 2008
S1 Eleanor Brown- Kyra wins Best female and completes her championship!

Special Congratulations to the Kalisse family on their Best in show win and the completion of a new champion!!
BIS Multi Champion Caratoots Classy Centerfold "Jazz" 

Volcano View Rat Terrier Club July 4, 2008
 
S1  Joyce Lee-Hansen - Kyra wins Best female, Isis Reserve best female.
S2 Lorainne Tayeb - Kyra wins  Best female

 "Piper" is a new Canadian champion! This beautiful girl is a half sister to Phoebe. We had the pleasure of spending a few months with Piper earlier in 2007. This girl won our hearts the moment we saw her. Piper completed her UKC Championship in style with only three showings, placing well during group also. She was also on the top ten standings for several months before going back home.

We are VERY happy for her owners Graeme & Elaine Daws of Kalisse Papillons. 

L-R: Piper winning her UKC CH in May 2007 and winning 2pts Winners Bitch in July 07. She also placed 3rd in Bred By Group that weekend! Piper is well on her way to becoming an AKC champion as well. This little girl has everything going for her, looks and personality!! 

June 4, 2008 - Gypsy began her first training session with the  cart. This girl never ceases to amaze us! After some initial curiosity of what all the racket was, she took off like a rocket pulling for 1/8th mile like she'd been doing it forever!. We also worked on drag puling, i hope to get photos of this soon, it was getting too dark to get any good  shots in of her working. Gypsy has wonderful form and power for only being 7months of age. 

UKC American Eskimo Dog Association of Washington Show  Enumclaw, WA

May 31- 
                Show1- Silhouette Midnight Butterfly wins Reserve Best Female.

                Show2- Silhouette Wings of Fantasy wins Reserve Best Female.

June 1-

              Show1- Silhouette Midnight Butterfly wins Best female, Best of Breed, and Group 2. Silhouette Wings of Fantasy wins Reserve Best Female. Thank you Mrs. Debbi Orwin

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 L-R: Isis & Kyra with Saturday's ribbon wins. New photos coming soon from Sundays wins.

May 22, 2008 - New photos of Bodie (littermate brother to Gypsy). Melissa sent us this photo today of Bodie enjoying the summer sun. This handsome boy is everything we had hoped of this crossing, beautiful silky coat, correct structure, and a sweet butterfly expression. View more photos of Bodie at Inari Farm.

May 10, 2008 - UKC Volcano View Rat Terrier Club: In hopes of finishing a few championship titles, Luna and Joker were brought out for the first time this year. Baron also was brought out to have a little fun. Our thanks to the judges. Mrs. Nina Marie Sherrer for placing Luna WB in S1 and Baron BOB, Group 2. Mrs. Joyce Lea Hansen for placing Joker WD, BOB, and a Group 2. Photos will be posted soon!