Bright Star Fauci

We continue with our Bright Star Birthday Week. Today we have an update from Fauci (fka Orion) who lives with Jack and Maria in Maryland. Jack sends us this report about Fauci:

“He is the perfect companion I hoped he would be. Although he doesn't have a canine pack at home, he has a few Berner playmates to meet up with and learn doggy manners from. Fauci has been interested in agility and carting from the start (strangely enough, these happen to be my interests too).

A summer photo

Although he is still too young for a formal repetitive training regimen, he has learned all the agility obstacles except for the dog walk at home. He is also ready for his first draft test (except for weights), but alas has to wait another year to start earning titles. He is of course doing basic obedience and got his trick dog novice title for doing his favorite tricks.

Child’s face blurred for privacy

Fauci loves flying through the woods around my trails, and with snow on the ground in Maryland again he is even happier. He is of course handsome and enjoys all the attention he gets as he carts in public places.

Fauci in January 2022

An exciting 1st year!”

Thank you so very much, Jack and Maria, for giving Fauci a life worthy of his star power.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FAUCI!

Capella reminds her siblings to get their birthday crowns on and send us an update!

Happy Saturday to you.

Ready, Set... BIRTHDAYS

A year ago today, Claire looked like this…

…because inside of her were all of these little miracles…

Every litter is spectacularly and uniquely wonderful. Every puppy is cherished. This litter, however, has extra special meaning for me.

It was the third attempt to breed Claire — the previous two had been sadly unsuccessful. Her mother, Sparkle, had produced one litter and then also had a series of unsuccessful breedings. I felt like I was losing Zoey — Sparkle’s mom — all over again because there would be no descendants from that very beloved and incredible girl.

But the third time was the charm. Thanks to Claire and Team Ferguson, my wish came true and the Bright Stars arrived for their time on earth…

Today is their first birthday and we will celebrate all week.

Let’s start the party with Sage (fka Mirak), who is enjoying the sunny winter in Arizona…

Kay shares, “Our little Sage (Mirak) has done a lot of growing during his first year. It’s been interesting discovering the likes, dislikes and general character which are unique to him.

He definitely likes to eat (especially cheese) and stay close to his favorite people and brother Lucas. It became apparent fairly early on that he had ambitions to become the dominant dog in the house and that seems to be fine with Lucas. Sage is one of the most intelligent dogs I’ve had the pleasure to train and was a star in his first obedience class.

He’s also very curious about his world and particularly likes to sniff everything. His reaction to new people can sometimes be welcoming but he can be hesitant to approach with others.

Sage always happily jumps into the car to go places and does not like to be left at home. I’m happy to say he is probably one of the least destructive puppies we’ve had and is easy to live with. We look forward to see what the future brings with Sage but I’m sure it will be a blast.”

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAGE! And thank you, Kay and Sue, for his wonderful life and for your treasured friendship over many, many years (and litters).

Various Family Fun

Eden sent some photos of Wildflower Kadi (Major x Daisy) living her best life…

Do you think she has enough toys?!

When I saw the photos, I was so struck by how much Kadi and Claire look alike. This is not surprising as they have the same dad but I had not really seen it before. Beautiful girl — thank you, Eden.

I share this video for two reasons. First, I want to support my daughter-in-law and second, it includes Daisy!

I miss Daisy so much but it makes my heart feel better to see how happy Daisy and Bethany are to be together again.

And this is our preview of the next week — the litter announcement for the Bright Stars…

I did not announce the litter theme until they were born but can you now see the hints?

I hope you are having an amazing week!