As a Chinese saying goes:
If you sit on the river bank long enough, it's only a matter of time
before you see your enemy back on the surface floating by
December 24, 2024:
Merry Christmas to all friends and their loved ones.
December 24, 2024:
24 years ago my Briard F litter de la Maison du Garde-Barrière was born. Happy birthday to the eight wonderful dogs on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. You will never be forgotten. Frizzy (FRIZZANTE FURIOSE de la Maison du Garde-Barrière) is missed here just like on the first day.
December 4, 2024:
Now it is official, the diploma was delivered to Milja. Mamacita (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MAMACITA) is Beauty Champion Latvia.
November 16/17, 2024:
This weekend, Mamacita (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MAMACITA) successfully completed the 2024 show season. She was registered for the national shows in Valmiere/LV and left the ring extremely successfully on November 16th. With the CAC and BB2, she fulfills the conditions for the Beauty Champion Latvia. With this result, it was decided that she no longer needs to be shown on the 2nd day.
Thank you Milja for another perfect grooming and handling and congratulations on the success!
With this title, Mamacita has 21 championships including a youth championship.
In the Photo Gallery under Shows there are pictures from this show as well as a Video of the election of the Best Female.
November 14, 2024:
Jebelle (JEBELLE de la Chaume du Bois Dieu) celebrates her 10th birthday today. All the very best and continuing health for this great girl.
August 18, 2024:
Today is Mamacita's fourth birthday. All the best to the sweet little mouse, who this time is not being spoiled at home, but by Milja in Finland and is celebrating her birthday together with her brother Mario (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MALBORO).
August 17/18, 2024:
This weekend Mamacita (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MAMACITA) had her first official appearance at shows in Finland.
The evaluation system is different from ours: of all the dogs shown from the youth to champion classes, there is only one CAC for males and one for females. The CAC is therefore awarded more or less like the CACIB here. This does not mean that the Exc. 1 from a class also receives a CAC. Further awards are CQ = Champion Quality and BB = Best Female or BM = Best Male with the number of placements. First there is the basic assessment of all the dogs shown and then it's about the placements and titles.
Yesterday there was a CAC show in Kouvola under judge David Ramos Martinez/E. Mamacita received V1 CQ BB1 (Best Female) BOS CAC CH. With the CAC from the champion class with a championship from another country, Mamacita was also awarded the Beauty Champion Finland. I would never have thought that she would achieve this at her first official show. Needless to say that I was and still am on cloud nine.
Today there was the CAC show in Heinola under judge Annamaria Tarjan/HU, where Mamacita received V1 CQ BB2 (second best female).
Milja did a great job with Mamacita and I am very grateful to her for her efforts. I would also like to thank her assistants Johanna, Tiina and Miia for their support and the photos I received after the show. The ring clerk kindly took photos of BOB and BOS with the judge's cell phone. The photos are now in Mamacita's photo gallery/shows.
I don't know whether Mamacita will be shown in Finland again or whether she will now start traveling to the Baltic countries with the breeders Samu and Lella. I'll wait and see.
August 7, 2024:
Happy Birthday to Yazoo (Sel. LOULOU des Cèdres de la Montagne Noire, CGC) to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. A candle has been lit for her.
July 31, 2024:
Today I was able to collect Maverick's ashes. He has found his final resting place in his urn between his parents. I wear a pendant with some of his ashes on a necklace and another pendant now hangs in the car next to those of all those who have gone before. So he will also be with me on all my trips and look after the dogs traveling with me and me.
July 27, 2024:
It's a terrible day. I took Maverick (CIB Multi-Champ. Caipirinha's NEED 4SPEED) to the veterinary clinic because he wasn't himself. He ate and drank well, but otherwise just slept. I wanted a chest x-ray done, even though his breathing was normal. The doctors decided that blood would first be taken for a full blood count and that he should have an infusion. As always, he endured everything patiently. However, he didn't lie down, but stayed sitting the whole time or took a few steps. The blood test came before the infusion was completely through. It showed very high infection levels ....... a bad sign. I insisted on an ultrasound check. Although I had hoped that this was not the case, my premonition came true: metastases in the liver. So the chest x-ray was no longer necessary.
With the operation in mid-May, we were given just 2 months, 2 weeks and 4 days. Everything had looked so good, Maverick had recovered quickly and was active and full of life. The blood tests in between had shown no abnormalities.
So it was time to let go, sooner than I had hoped and desired. All I could do was wish him a safe journey and tell him that he would now meet his parents again before he got his wings in my arms. And once again one of my favorites took a piece of my heart with him. How many pieces do I have left?
I immediately took Maverick to the nearby animal crematorium after one of the vets had phoned to check whether I could come.
Maverick, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have given me over the years since your birth in the form of unconditional love, joy, fun, comfort, happiness and success. The memories of the 13 years, 2 months and 1 day we spent together will hopefully give me the strength to deal with the pain of your passing. You were one of my soul dogs, you will never be forgotten... until we meet again.
July 13, 2024:
Today Mamacita (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MAMACITA) took part at her first show in Finland. It was the annual club show without titles in Lammi, Kanta-Häme. She was presented by Milja, the owner of her brother Mario (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MALBORO). Mamacita received excellent in a strong competition of 9 bitches in the champion class. She then took part in the progeny group of her mother Bella (CIB Multi-Champ. Crufts Winner 2020 Jamming's ELEKTRA) together with her brother Mario and her sister Mafia. The group received first place.
Photos of the show can be seen in Mamacita's photo gallery.
Thank you Milja that my sweet little mouse can live with you, have fun with your males Mario and Billy (Multi-Champ. Jamming's QUENTIN TARANTINO) as well as your female Giia. Thanks that she is lovingly cared for and looked after by you. Thank you also for the frequent updates about her and for playing her my weekly voice messages and then telling me how happy she was when hearing my voice. She is sorely missed here.
July 12, 2024:
It's been 18 years since my last Briard litter, the K litter, was born. Happy birthday to the 6 dogs of this litter on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge, especially to Courage (Champ.KAHLUA de la Maison du Garde-Barrière) who stayed here. A candle was lit for everyone.
July 9, 2024:
Dyoma's (Multi-Champ. Magic of Success DIAMOND) third birthday is being celebrated today. All the best, little sweet man. It's so nice to have you here.
It's also a remembrance day: It's been six years since Steel (Champ. Silver Bluff STEEL KING LEGACY, AOM) started his final journey. He is missed so much. The burning candle shows him that he is being thought of and that he is not forgotten.
July 1, 2024:
18 years ago Apollo (APOLLO de la Maison du Garde-Barrière) died. I have lit a candle for him.
June 7, 2024:
It's Sterling's birthday (Champ. Daretobebares STERLING SILVER). Happy birthday to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. A candle is burning for Sterling today.
May 26, 2024:
Today Maverick (CIB Multi-Champ. Caipirinha's NEED 4SPEED) celebrates his 13th birthday. What a blessing that we can experience this day after the panic of the emergency surgery 13 days ago. He is doing relatively well and is recovering very satisfactorily. All the best, my big darling. I hope from the bottom of my heart that we can spend a lot more time together.
Although I did not have a histological examination of the tumor done, Maverick has been receiving CBD oil as an alternative cancer treatment for two weeks and once the stitches are removed next week, he will also be receiving Fenbendazole powder.
May 21, 2024:
And another birthday on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge: Voodoo (Champ. Family Song's VOODOO) is celebrating with his friends from here, and he is being remembered here. He was my first Chinese Crested.
May 18, 2024:
It has been six years since Porsche (Caipirinha's PINK HOT PORSCHE) set off on his final journey. He is unforgettable.
May 16/18, 2024:
Remembrance days:
On May 16, 2009, my Briard girl Whoopy (EXCUSE-MOI WHOOPY de la Maison du Garde-Barière) died. She would have turned 10 two days later. A candle was lit for her.
On May 18 is the birthday of the Briard E-litter. Happy birthday to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.
On May 18, 2018, Porsche (Caipirinha's PINK HOT PORSCHE) began his final journey.
May 15, 2024:
Happy 10th birthday to the P-litter, namely Prada (Caipirinha's PRADA PINK EDITION) and her brother Pagani (Caipirinha's PAGANI 2HOT 2HANDLE) in Germany. Hopefully the two will be spoiled by Anne today.
A candle was lit for their brother Porsche (Caipirinha's PINK HOT PORSCHE) so that he can see that he is being thought of.
May 13, 2024:
Another show weekend was cancelled for urgent reasons. I wanted to attend the CAC show in Mol/SRB and the CACIB show in Ada/SRB on May 16th. It was not to be. I went to the vet because Maverick (CIB Multi-Champ. Caipirinha's NEED 4SPEED) had severe diarrhea. The blood test showed very high levels of inflammation, so an ultrasound was done. A large tumor on the spleen and possibly also on the liver was diagnosed. The big question was whether the almost 13-year-old dog should undergo such a major surgery, when in 2009 I had lost my 10-year-old Briard bitch Whoopy (EXCUSE-MOI WHOOPY de la Maison du Garde-Barière) just three weeks after the exact same surgery. I asked for a lung x-ray to make sure there were no metastases there. I agreed with the vets that they should perform the surgery, but not wake Maverick up in case the liver was also affected. Maverick was taken straight into the operating room, and the wait was nerve-wracking. Then finally the head of the veterinary clinic came to me with photos that showed that only the spleen was affected by the tumor, was about to burst, and that the surgery was almost over. Then I was finally able to hold Maverick in my arms again. Now I'm praying that this was it and that I can still spend a lot of time with my special Keanu son.
Many thanks to Dr. Svihran's veterinary clinic for the quick diagnosis and the immediate emergency surgery as well as the always good care of my dogs.
4. Mai 2024:
After a 6-year break from shows, Memy (CIB Multi-Champ. INCREDIBLE ME von Shinbashi) was back in the show ring. She received Exc.1, Veteran CAC and Best Veteran at both shows. It's unbelievable how the little mouse can still run in her 14th year. The judges were delighted, as were those in the main ring, even if they overlooked the oldest female in the ring for BIS Veteran. At times she even ran in front of me in the main ring - well done, dear Memy!
It was nice to meet friends again. We had a good time together and hopefully we can do it again soon.
May 2, 2024:
It seems like yesterday.....it's been six years since my one and only Keanu (CIB Multi-Champ Whisperingln' THE DEVILS ADVOCATE) died unexpectedly. He is missed as much as the first day. Of course, a candle has been lit for him too.
May 1, 2024:
My first powderpuff show girl Hippie (CIB Multi-Champ. by Shinbashi HIGH PROVOCATION) has her 7th birthday today. Congratulations to this great lady. One more year and the successful girl can return to the show ring as a veteran.
April 22, 2024:
It is the birthday of Arwa Z. (ARWA Zevar CS, SchH 1). A candle was lit for her.
April 13/14, 2024:
Memories: On April 13, 2013, Sambo (SAMBO de la Chaume du Bois Dieu) crossed the Rainbow Bridge. On April 14, 2010, Oh-Lala (Sel. OH-LALA des Monts d'en Crauzille) already took this final journey.
April 8, 2024:
Today there are two birthdays: The Briard G litter was born in 2002. And Sambo (SAMBO de la Chaume du Bois Dieu) a year earlier. All the best on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge to the six children of Oh-Lala (Sel. OH-LALA des Monts d'en Crauzille) and to the rescued Sambo. A candle was lit for each of them.
March 23, 2024:
The next birthday here in the house: Jag (JAG LE CANNIBAL JUNIOR de la Chaume du Bois Dieu) is 10 years old. Time just goes by too quickly. All the best to the lovable dog.
March 21, 2024:
The sweet Memy (CIB Multi-Champ. INCREDIBLE ME by Shinbashi) is celebrating her 13th birthday today. Congratulations my dear. May we have a long time together.
March 3/4/15, 2024:
A few more days to remember:
On March 3rd, 1998, the Briard C litter de la Maison du Garde-Barrière was born. Marko was born on March 4th, 1988. Happy birthday to these unforgettable darlings.
On March 15th, 2005, Samson (UGO de la Morne Plaine) left forever.
February 28, 2024:
Today, birthday wishes are again being sent over the Rainbow Bridge: Samson (UGO de la Morne Plaine) is celebrating with all his friends from here. A candle was lit for him.
February 16, 2024:
Mamacita (CIB Multi-Champ. Jamming's MAMACITA) and I were at the International Show in Nitra/SK today and she left the ring with a great success: she is now Grand Champion Slovakia. This means that she has achieved all the titles we wanted to achieve for the time being. This is her 12th championship. I don't need to mention how proud I am of this sweet dog.
February 11, 2024:
It's Ula's (CIB Multi-Champ. Family Song's ULA) birthday today. She is missed so much here. Congratulations on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. The lit candle is to show her that she is not forgotten.
February 8, 2024:
The O litter is celebrating its 12th birthday today. All the best to the 7 children of Sterling (Champ. Daretobebares STERLING SILVER) and Keanu (CIB Multi-Champ Whisperingln' THE DEVILS ADVOCATE).
January 31, 2024:
It's been 30 years since the first litter was born here: The first Briards from my kennel de la Maison du Garde-Barrière were born. Parents were Sándor (Rec. Sel. Champ. SÁNDOR von Anitzberg) and Arwa Z. (ARWA Zevar CS, SchH 1). Happy birthday to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.
January 24, 2024:
The oldest dog in the house is 16 years old today: Jaris (HAPPY JARIS Dandy mate), the mother of the M litter. Congratulations and I hope we have a healthy, pleasant time together.
January 23, 2024:
Oh-Lala (Sel. OH-LALA des Monts d'en Crauzille) is celebrating her birthday today on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge with all her friends from here. A candle was lit for this unforgettable dog.
January 21, 2024:
6 years ago today, Courage (KAHLUA de la Maison du Garde-Barrière) went to her mother Zabou (ALOAZABOU du Noble Nid) on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. She is missed as much as on the first day. A candle was lit for her.
January 13, 2024:
It is 23 years since Sándor (Rec. Sel. Champ. SÁNDOR von Anitzberg), my first Briard, left forever. A candle was lit for him.
January 12, 2024:
Today I was able to bring Mojito's urn home. It now stands with all the others in my memorial corner.
January 10, 2024:
Iceman's (Caipirinha's MOLOTOW ON ICE) 14th birthday is celebrated today. All the best and may you stay healthy for a while longer.
It is also the birthday of the L litter. Congratulations to the 6 children of the unforgettable Ula (CIB Multi-Champ. Family Song's ULA) on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.
January 9, 2024:
Today it was time to say goodbye to Mojito (Caipirinha's MOJITO BACCARDI), just one day before his 14th birthday. Safe journey to the other side of the Rainbow Bridge, little man. You will be missed. His body was immediately taken to the crematorium and on January 12th, I can take him home.
January 6, 2024:
A candle was lit in memory of Frizzy (FRIZZANTE FURIOSO GRIS de la Maison du Garde-Barrière). He crossed the Rainbow Bridge 10 years ago.
January 1, 2024:
I wish all friends and visitors to this site a happy, healthy and successful New Year.
The News 2023 have been moved to the Archives.