Pips First Point~ 13wks old- 12.31.11

Wow, the end of 2011 was good!  This morning, I spent some time with each pup working on ‘Kennel’.  I tell ya, that little Pip is a smart little cookie!  Smalls still isn’t too fond of the kennel though- he still cries and cries every time he has to go in there.  But he’s only had one accident in there, so that’s good.

After Josh got home, we had to do some running around, then he and I went in the backyard with the pups for some bird time.  For Smalls, he has very limited experience with pigeons, so we were careful not to let the birds get too crazy around him.  He seemed to like them alright, but wasn’t too sure about them. 

Pip on the other hand has been around them a bit more and she just LOVES them!  Josh and I were very proud to see her on so many strong points today- her tail wasn’t as high as we’ll want it to be, but today wasn’t the day to critique her.  It was just for fun and boy did she have some fun!

Here are a few pictures from today!

(Oops, I see I didn’t post when we got Smalls!!  We picked him up in Ohio on the 23^rd- right in time for Christmas!  It’s definitely been an adjustment with two pups, but we’re starting to find a system that works for us.)

Wowsers, a busy weekend!

As the title says, this weekend was quite busy for the Booker household!  A few things we did-- Syd and I went to our first ever field trial (below) as Josh had to work.  We stayed for about half of it, then made the little over 2 hour drive back home.  It was a really good time and I think despite not expecting the snow (yes, I said snow), Syd and I enjoyed our time at the event. 

Let's see, then we went to dinner (LOGAN'S YUMMM).  Sunday we woke up bright and early so I could take some quick pictures of the kids and the dogs, then had a photosession for a friend of mine, then Syd and I were off again to Sidney, MI to help at the 211 event held by United Way.  Finally home, some picture editing (and of course sharing with all of you), and almost time for bed.

WHEW!  That wasn't all it, but eh, that's the big stuff anyway.

Anyway, I wanted to share some pictures of our pretty Pip tonight quick before heading to bed.  She's 9 weeks old now and is doing really well!  She's getting used to things nicely (including her kennel ;) and loves playing with Bella.


So, here we go :)

And the photo session would not be complete without our Pointer wannabe (she points squirrels mostly, lol), Bella.  She's a Boxer mix that we rescued from the Shelter this past April.  She's grown to be a nice addition to our family and we love her too (even if she doesn't find the birdies). 

...and the winners are- (RGS- GDOY 2011)

Poitning Dogs1st - Jasper - ES - Justin Somsel
2nd - Blue - ES - Michelle MacMaster
3rd - Bella - GSP - Scott Wilczewski
4th - Benelli - GSP/DK - Nick Moe
HM - Allie - ES - Randy Strouse

Flushing Dogs
1st - Bella - Lab - Fritz Helleer
2nd - Kate - Lab - Dan Hartley
3rd - Jones - Lab - Ric Heller
4th - Deuce - Lab - Ric Heller
HM -Senzi - ESS - Craig Hindes

(I am not 100% sure on who took these photos, but it was not me.  As soon as I know, I'll edit this post :)


Congratulations to everyone!

Rough Grouse Society- Gun Dog of the Year 2011- Field Trial

Although a bit chilly, Sydney and I were both thankful for the fire (THANK YOU!) and for the conversation. It was our first event ever and we look forward to future events when we'll be bringing our pups. We appreciate now having a picture of what a field trial is what goes on at one in our heads.

So, thanks again for the conversation, the fire, and thanks to everyone that put on the event-
- we'll be seeing you soon!

~Andrea & Sydney

Here are a few pictures from the event-