Dax and Teddy

I spotted Dax and Teddy relaxing before breakfast today. And to think that a year ago Dax did not recognize Teddy's existence! - Fran

One of the very best things about working here at Golly Gear/Dogs In The Ring is bringing our dogs to work with us. Just taking 5 minutes to play with our dogs is really energizing. I wish everyone could!

How can you possibly have a bad day when you've got this face to look at? Ted's even starting to get the whole concept of "stay!"

And of course my darling Daxie-girl is wonderful in practice. Classes and trials may be stressful for her - but she loves playing with me here. Excuse the devil-flash-eyes, please. They looked even creepier when I tried to fix them. It's a wonder we get any work done at all! - Hope

Bullies at play

Teddy doesn't push Dax around. He pulls her.

-Hope

Double Decker Dogs

Dax and Teddy work hard for a living. Just ask them.

Almost grown

Yesterday we went to the International Kennel Club show. We weren't entered - we just love going to dog shows. We've been going for decades - our mom would take us when we were kids and it's where we first learned about all the different breeds of dogs and to appreciate them. We were thrilled it was the first conformation show for Luke - the little French Bulldog we helped transport when he was just a little baby. Luke is almost grown up now (8 months) and just as sweet and handsome as he can be!

Dog Show!

We went to the IKC Dog Show today at McCormick Place in Chicago, Huge place, huge fun! If you've never been to a dog show - GO! Look for someone holding a catalog with a pen in hand and ask them to explain what's going on. Seeing the dogs is wonderful, understanding the show is even better!

We met the Chicago French Bulldog Rescue Group there. This is their Rescue Wagon - with its adorable contents.

I took lots of pictures of Frenchies - you can see them on Flickr.