Kiki went Best of Breed under Judges Cindy Lane and Edy Dykstra-Blum piloted by Alison Greenwall Gray. Thank you for stepping in when we were in a pinch!
Kiki also went Regular Group 1 under Judge Edy Dykstra-Blum with Ruby piloting.
Kiki is still holding strong as:
#1 Löwchen Breed
#1 All Breed Löwchen Girl
Thank you to all the judges who have found our little lioness! Thank you to the wonderful community of Löwchen and Juniors supporters!
MBISS MOHBIS GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki” is presented by Bill McFadden,Taffe McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and myself. Thank you to Alison Greenwall Gray for the help!
Kiki wrapped up the weekend with a few more ribbons. Saturday’s ribbon was our Group Win under Judge Elizardo Valadez!
On Sunday, Kiki made the cut in a beautiful Nonsporting regular group under Judge Penny DiSiena. She was recognized with an OH Group 1 under Judge Chris Ann Moore and OH Group 1 under Judge Jim Albrecht.
Kiki finished it all off with an Owner Handled BEST IN SHOW under Judge Penny DiSiena!
Thank you to the many judges this weekend who found our little Löwchen!
Multiple Group Winning MBISS MOHBIS GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki” is presented by Bill McFadden, Taffe McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and mysel
Woofstock Sunday under Judge Gopi Krishnan. Thank you to all the Löwchen supporters and judges for the honors. Congrats to everyone for a wonderful weekend!
Best Ops: Ch Adamant Roman Reign Arcturus “Churrie” bred by Jennifer Joseph, Jay Josephs, and myself.
Best of Winners/WB: *New Champion* Adamant Roman Reign Fantastic Ms Fox “Edith” bred by Jennifer and Jay Joseph and myself.
Select Dog: MBISS MOHBIS GCHG Musicbox Got Your Six at Roman Reign “Target” bred by Jerry Davis and Donna Moore Jones. Owned by April, Ruby, and myself. Tango, bred by Gillian Ross Robertson and Donna, is Target’s sire.
Select B: *New Grand Champion* Ch Calikij Untold Story bred by Diana Heathcote and Sean Heathcote.
WD: Potrero’s Reflections “BamBam” bred by Alexia Rodriguez and myself.
Löwchen Club of America Regional Specialty at Woofstock today under Judge Pamela Bruce.
Best of Breed/ Best in Specialty Show: MBISS OHBIS GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki” bred by Mary B Usery and myself. Presented by Taffe McFadden, Bill McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and myself.
Best Ops/BOBOH: MBISS MOHBIS GCHG Musicbox Got Your Six at Roman Reign “Target” bred by Jerry Davis and Donna Moore Jones. Owned by April, Ruby, and myself. Tango is Target’s sire and bred by Gillian Ross Robertson and Donna Moore Jones.
Best of Winners/WB: Adamant Roman Reign Fantastic Ms Fox “Edith” bred by Jennifer Joseph and myself.
WD: Potrero’s Reflections “BamBam” bred by Alexia Rodriguez and myself.
Select Dog: Ch Adamant Roman Reign Archibald bred by Jennifer Josephs and myself.
Select B: Guylyne Just Wait for It bred by Meredith Guy.
Award of Merit: Ch Adamant Roman Reign Arcturus bred by Jennifer Josephs and myself
Award of Merit: GCHB Sylvan Myst Flying Falcon of Zoom
Award of Merit: Sage Hill’s Right to Dream
RWB: Potrero’s Law of Surprise at Dragonne
Congrats to all the winners and for the organizers for creating an awesome Löwchen community and experience!
The Löwchen National weekend has come to an end, and it is the beginning for many new chapters. It was a great time to reflect back on the last 6 years, and plan the next steps – in another post along with the club awards we were honored to receive.
Congrats to everyone who had a great time! Here’s results from our week in Kalamazoo:
Best of Breed and BOBOH Regional Specialty Show under Judge Butch Schulman and Group 3 under Judge Alfred Ferruggiaro for GCHS Suma’s Moonlight Broom Ride “Kiki”
Reserve Winners B* and Best Puppy Regional Specialty under Judge Butch Schulman for Mischief Roman Reign No More GD Snowballs “Twinkie”
Best Opposite and BOBOH National Specialty under Judge Alfred Ferruggiaro for “Kiki”
Best Junior goes to Ruby Kaufax and MBISS MOHBIS GCHG Musicbox Got Your Six at Roman Reign “Target” *Also earning two Reserve Best Juniors at the All Breeds.
Reserve Winners Dog at the Supported Entry under Joe Walton for Roman Reign Officially on Vacation “Clark”
Group 1 in 4-6 month Puppy at the All Breed for Lucali’s Delicious Italian Dish Made for Zoezoo “Gnocchi”
Select and BOBOH at the Supported Entry under Judge Joe Walton for Kiki
Best of Breed and BOBOH at the Supported Entry under Judge Donna Concod for Kiki
Best of Winners for a 5 point major at the Supported Entry under Judge Donna Conod for Clark
Kiki is bred by Mary Beth Usery and myself, owned by April, Ruby, and myself. She has been presented by Bill McFadden, Taffe McFadden, April Rose, Ruby, and myself.
Twinkie is bred by Emily Wright, Sunny Debelak, Jennifer Wright, Ruby Kaufax, John Knox, and myself.
Clark is bred by Bevin Towell, Gideon Towell, John Knox, and myself. He is owned by David Bantner.
Gnocchi is bred by Sunny McQuiston Debelak, Will Debelak, Pepper Debelak, & Jennie Chen. She is owned by Sara Zoeller, Danielle Zoeller, Sunny Debelak, & Jennie Chen.
The Löwchen, affectionately known as the “Little Lion Dog,” faces a precarious future that few dog lovers fully understand. In 1973, there were only 65 registered examples of the breed worldwide, earning it the unfortunate distinction of being one of the rarest dogs on Earth.
Alarming Population Statistics
The numbers paint a sobering picture of this breed’s struggle for survival:
In 2017, only 59 Löwchen puppies were born in the United States
In 2015, only 18 litters were whelped in the US, with an average litter size of just three puppies
Current projections suggest the breed could become extinct by 2044 without intervention
Even today, the breed generally has fewer than a few hundred new registrations each year worldwide
Jennie Chen’s Mission: Save the Löwchen
Recognizing the urgent need for breed conservation, Jennie Chen took decisive action by launching SavetheLowchen.org, a comprehensive initiative dedicated to preserving this historic breed for future generations.
The SavetheLowchen.org Impact
Thanks to the efforts of SavetheLowchen.org, the number of Löwchen births in the United States increased from 59 in 2017 to 143 in 2022 – more than doubling the annual birth rate in just five years. This remarkable improvement demonstrates the power of dedicated conservation efforts and community awareness.
Public Education: Raising awareness about the breed’s existence and potential extinction risk
Breeder Network Development: Creating a network of responsible breeders committed to breed preservation
Health Testing Protocols: Implementing comprehensive health screening to maintain breed quality
Why the Löwchen Matters
Historical Significance
The Löwchen was the favored companion of 15th century European nobility in countries including Belgium, Germany, Spain, and France. The breed has been documented in art pieces dating back to the sixteenth century, making it a living piece of canine history.
Unique Breed Characteristics
The Löwchen offers remarkable qualities that make it an exceptional companion:
Hypoallergenic Coat: The Löwchen does not shed and has very low allergic effects
Longevity: These healthy little dogs often live 17 to 18 years
Versatility: Löwchen can be wonderful service dogs, capable of medical alert and psychiatric tasks
Intelligence: They are considered a highly intelligent breed, quick to pick up new skills and adept at problem-solving
Jennie Chen’s Contributions
Beyond her conservation efforts, Chen serves multiple leadership roles within the Löwchen community:
Past Corresponding Secretary of the Löwchen Club of America
Judges Education Chair
Bylions Editor
Advocate for modern breeding practices and club modernization
The Path Forward: Continuing the Mission
How You Can Help
The fight to save the Löwchen requires ongoing community support:
Spread Awareness: Share information about this rare breed with fellow dog enthusiasts
Support Responsible Breeders: Choose breeders committed to health testing and genetic diversity
Consider Adoption: Companion homes can often get puppies within 6 months or less
Educational Outreach: Help educate others about the importance of breed conservation
Current Population Status
With approximately 600 Löwchen born worldwide each year and a typical lifespan of 15 years, there are likely only 9,000-10,000 of these dogs currently alive globally. This makes every single dog precious to the breed’s survival.
Looking to the Future
With continued conservation efforts, responsible breeding practices, and growing awareness, there’s hope that future generations will be able to enjoy the companionship of these remarkable “Little Lion Dogs.”
For those interested in learning more about the Löwchen breed or supporting conservation efforts, the journey begins with education and ends with action. Every person who learns about this breed’s plight becomes a potential advocate for its survival.
had a great weekend at Reno Kennel Club!
Thank you for stepping in when we were in a pinch! 
#1 Löwchen Breed
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under Judge Chris Ann Moore and OH Group 1 
under Judge Penny DiSiena! 
Sunday under Judge Gopi Krishnan. Thank you to all the Löwchen 
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