At the Harvest Moon Cluster, Jennifer Joseph and Katherine La Rue understood the assignment.

We have a NEW Grand Champion* Adamant Roman Reign Domo Affogato Mr. Gelato “Gato” at just 7 months old! Gato was also awarded with an OH Group 4 under Judge Glen Lajeski and OH Group 3 under Judge Connie Clark.

Adamant Leigh Jealous of Roman Reign “Jelly”and Adamant Mischief You’re Breaking My Heart “Cici” both came away with a few points towards their championship.

At the Prairieland Classic, I’m proud to announce Group Placing NEW Champion* Lucali’s Delicious Italian Dish Made For ZoeZoo”Gnocchi” presented by Junior Handler Dani Zoeller! Thank you to Sara Schommer Zoeller and Dani for trusting Sunny McQuiston Debelak and myself for cooking you up something super special. And to add a cherry on top, Gnocchi and Dani were awarded an OH Group 2 under Judge Ron Horn and an OH Group 4 under Judge Linn Klingel Brown.

At the Rapid City Kennel Club Shows, Miss Kiki and I were awarded an OH Group 4 under Judge Valeria Rickard . Due to an emergent and urgent issue, I had to leave the show early. Devon Kipp Levy and Julia Gildernick joined Team Kiki to a Group 2 under Judge Eugene Blake. Team Kiki also includes Bill McFadden, Taffe McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and myself.

MBISS MBISOH Multiple Group Winning GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki” remains#1 Lowchen Breed and #1 Lowchen B* All Breed per CC.

I also wanted to thank all of the nonsporting exhibitors for being welcoming and friendly to the youngest and first time exhibitor in the group ring. Her mother was very grateful to everyone who helped her daughter get hooked on showing dogs! Watch out, Dave Slattum, she’s going to be leading the group soon.

In Springfield, IL on Oct. 19, 2024, Dani and Ms. Gnocchi went OH Group 2 along with winning breed!

“Gnocchi” is Lucali’s Delicious Italian Dish Made For ZoeZoo.

It was an incredible honor to judge a huge sweeps entry at the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc. Independent Specialty this week.

I am so lucky to have started in a breed where the community is dedicated to putting the breed first. The community truly is for many of us, our chosen family. I am lucky to be able to watch the breed advance over the years in type, structure, temperament.

Thank you to the breeders and exhibitors who brought me beautiful entries. The young ones showed so much promise for the next generation of specials. So many exhibits were cleanly constructed, smooth moving with intention, and had gentle eyes that we love.

The veterans were like fine wines, and I had to hold back a few tears as they gaited around the ring. No words can describe witnessing the bond between a veteran and their person. Thank you to all these exhibitors who shared their treasured veterans with us.

It was no easy feat to make a selection with such a beautiful entry, and it will also be difficult to leave another Swissy National early.

Thank you to the Kankakee River Valley Kennel Club for a great weekend for our little Löwchen.

Thank you Judge Gracie Fritz for the Group 2 and Judge Debra Thornton for the Group 4! Big thank you to Amy Spaeth for piloting Kiki when I had a conflict.

MBISS MOHBIS GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broomride “Kiki” is presented by Bill McFadden, Taffe McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and myself.

There were beautiful horses sharing the show grounds, wonderful souls who gave our puppies great early experiences, and plenty of burger patties, fries, and cheese.

We are excited to be partners on 6 of the Top 15 Owner handled Lowchen for 2024!

#2 GCHS CH Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki”

#6 GCHG CH Musicbox Got Your Six At Roman Reign “Target”

#7 GCH CH Livi La Vita Bruno Fervent “Bruno”

#12 Lucali’s Delicious Italian Dish Made For Zoezoo “Gnocchi”

#14 Roman Reign Officially on Vacation CGC “Clark”

#15 CH Romain Reign Hedwig’s Special Delivery At Mischief DCAT SWN SCA SIA “Hedgie”

We had Double Chins in the OH Best in Show Ring at St. Croix Valley Kennel Club today. Roll with my puns here.

Congrats to The Japanese Chin(right), GCH Megumi Miracle Edition, on her Reserve Best in Show Owner Handled.

The Lowchen, Kiki(left), is Multiple Group Winning MBISS MOHBIS GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride sent breed under Judge Janet Lobb and went Owner Handled Group 1 under Judge Gary Anderson.

Thank you to Patricia and Michael Holzkopf for joining in the photo fun.

Also, thank you to the Greater Twin Cities Doberman Pinscher Club and Star of the North English Cocker Spaniel Fanciersfor the opportunity to judge juniors and Dobie Sweeps.