I had NO idea what to do, (I watched videos, and read books… but I was still not prepared for this show) and to top it off, I was the first one in the ring. I happened to pick one of the biggest and one of the loudest shows in the state and a benched show (this means you have to stay there the whole day) to enter as my first show. My first show must have been so comical to watch. I also begin looking into showing AKC conformation classes. I loaded them all up and drove to Detroit to get all of their eyes and hearts checked by specialists again. I was blessed because these dogs came from generations of health tested lines. I began reading about health testing and the importance of getting your dogs from an ethical breeder. My research continued as I studied the breed standard and desired to learn more about these wonderful little dogs entrusted to me. When her mom decided to retire from breeding, I ended up with some of her dogs (Amos, Sara and Dora). Though she was a different breed I saw the same bond between them that Poochee and I had. Their relationship reminded me of my relationship with my childhood dog, a pekingese named Poochee. This little dog captured my heart as I watched her bond with my young daughter Emma. She was a Blenheim female (pictured above) my favorite color. Later we purchased Lil Tails Beckoning Call, AKA Becky, from her mother. She was our first introduction to living with a Cavalier, and subsequently raising puppies. My friend gave me her older foundation female, Suzie, who was bred at the time. With seven kids home at that time, and a life style that included homeschooling, 4H agility and lots of other activities they seemed like the perfect breed to mesh with our family. As I researched, I realized their personality would make them a perfect family pet. They loved to run and play, or sit and cuddle. I was immediately taken by the breeds friendly nature, long soft silky ears and who can resist those big dark eyes. I became captivated by Cavalier King Charles Spaniels many years ago when visiting my friend, whose mother raised them. This is the story of how I fell head over heels into the wonderful world of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels….
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