Three years ago today, a very special litter was born: the Bright Stars.
We start our birthday updates today with Sage and Xeena.
Kay send us this Arizona update:
“Sage comes from a very special litter indeed and he has been a special dog. I would describe him as affectionate, enthusiastic and smart.
He is my almost constant companion and particularly loves belly rubs. When we go out to train, he squeals with delight. The sight of his cart sends him into ecstasy and he can’t wait to get hitched up. Sage passed his Novice Draft Dog test with ease on his second birthday and we’re working on Open. (NEWS FLASH: THEY PASSED THE OPEN TEST YESTERDAY!!!)
He’s a fast learner although sometimes his puppy brain gets in the way. We will be showing in Novice obedience in the coming year and are also preparing for the Open ring. Sage is just a fun dog to work with and be around. He likes to meet new people and someday could make a good therapy dog when he grows up. I’m happy to say he has been a very healthy puppy and, despite being mildly dysplastic, he can jump higher than any dog I’ve ever owned.
We feel very privileged to have such a wonderful dog to brighten our household and keep us smiling.”
Thank you, Kay and Sue, for everything — and HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAGE!
Kim in Canada sends us this wonderful report (and a video!) about one of the sparkly Bright Star girls:
“Xeena (fka Zaniah) has matured into a beautiful, gentle, and expressive girl.
For the first year of her life she was non-stop busy with no time for things like cuddling … that was boring. Now at 3 years old, Xeena has become an expert cuddler and, although gentle in her approach, she is quite persistent when she decides it’s time for someone to pet her.
Some things have not changed since she was a puppy. Xeena still loves to be busy and she enjoys training and she learns new things quickly. She is also still very active and is the perfect walking/hiking partner. She naturally sticks close by and has good leash manners. She loves the mountains and I’m sure she would spend every weekend there if she could. She also still loves the water and enjoys her trips to the river during the summer.
Over the past year, Xeena entered her first agility trial - a small local trial that was perfect for her agility debut. Xeena has a lot of fun at agility but nosework is what makes her light up with excitement. She especially enjoys exterior searches where she can really use the airflow to help her find the hides. I am looking forward to heading into the higher nosework levels with her this year.
Xeena is a sensitive soul and she has taught me a lot over the past year about what she needs from me to help her feel confident and supported. Xeena has brought so much fun and love to our home. She makes us laugh everyday with her silly and quirky antics. We are so fortunate to have this Bright Star to light up our lives.”
Xeena is in the most perfect home — thank you, Kim, for embracing her potential and all that makes Xeena who and what she is ⭐️❤️ HAPPY BIRTHDAY XEENA!
