Stonepine Australian Shepherds

Merry Christmas from Nannette Newbury, Stonepine Australian Shepherds. Warm wishes to the wonderful families that have Stonepine babies. Happy holidays to friends far and wide. I wish you all prosperity and joy at this most auspicious time of the year. Pictured above is Preston, Heatherhill Point Taken (Ch. Heatherhill Without A Trace x Saddleridge's Latest Craze). Photo courtesy of Trista Hidalgo at www.dynamicdogphotos.com.

Come by Sasha

2011-12-07T06:19:00.001-08:00

Sasha, Stonepine Start a Revolution (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man "Deacon" x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk "Sash") not only gets it done in the conformation ring, she is now headed for herding. Atta girl!

Happy Birthday!

2011-12-01T16:44:00.001-08:00

Stonepine Silk Pie (Ch. Heatherhill Double-O Heaven x Ch.Stonepine Silk) celebrates birthday #6 in style!

Judging in the Netherlands

2011-11-21T16:24:00.001-08:00

Pictured left to right: Joni Johnson (TN), Nannette Newbury (CA) and Angie Challenger (UK) during champagne reception prior to judging the Australian Shepherd Club of the Netherlands Specialty show. The following day we attended the Euro Dog Show in nearby Leewarden.

Fossil in the Fall

2011-11-21T12:24:00.001-08:00

Stonepine Etched in Time "Fossil" (Ch. Heatherhill Double-O Heaven "Cazz" x Stonepine Etch-A-Sketch "Sketch") owned, loved and photographed by Vicki Greymont.

Face Time

2011-11-20T07:41:00.001-08:00

Stonepine Start a Revolution "Sasha"

Attitude!

2011-11-20T07:32:00.001-08:00

Stonepine Smoke 'Um "Oak."

The Sasha Boing!

2011-11-13T13:22:00.001-08:00

Sasha (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man "Deacon" x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk "Sash") and owner-handler Trista Hidalgo at the 2011 ASCA National Specialty (WI). Generally it takes all four feet on the ground to win your class, but "joy" has to count for something, right?

Group 2

2011-11-13T13:16:00.001-08:00

CKC Ch Heatherhill Stonepine Prvt Dancer (Ch. Hisaws Its a Cinch for Gingerbred "Cinch" x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville "Jade") wins in style going Winner's Bitch, Best of Winners and a Group 2. Congratulations to owner Sharon Rupple, Hemlock Australian Shepherds

Pirate

2011-11-13T08:37:00.001-08:00

Pirate (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man "Deacon" x Dazzle's Pretty Fancy Schmancy "Fancy") takes a break from his agility classes. Pirate is owned and loved by Warren and Deborah Teitelman. Looking forward to seeing Pirate in the conformation ring as well.

First Outing

2011-11-13T08:34:00.001-08:00

Stonepine Smoke 'Um "Oak" (Ch. Canyonoaks Turbocharged "Turbo" @ Woodlake x Ch. Stonepine Shiraz "Rozz") at his first show; expertly trained and handled by Trista Hidalgo. Thanks to Dynamic Dog Photos for this pic!

Pure Bliss!

2011-11-13T08:30:00.001-08:00

Elle (Stonepine Dollars N Sense x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) and Polly...a perfect match!

Retirement is Grand

2011-11-13T08:27:00.001-08:00

Sizzle and Dax join Jenny at the beach. Life is grand!

16th Title

2011-11-13T08:22:00.001-08:00

Congratulations to Hailey and her owner-trainer-handler Joanne Prada on their 16th title! Hailey is now: Stonepine Silk Kimono AKC/ASCA CD, RE, OA, AXJ,OF, NJP, RS-N, JS-N, GS-N.

Happy Harvest

2011-11-13T08:19:00.001-08:00

Harvest greetings from Ruckus (sitting) and Freedom owned and loved by Marie Couey.

ASCA Nationals Win

2011-10-01T09:46:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Denise Creelman, Sandyland Australian Shepherds, and "Jenna," Stonepine's Dark Side of the Moon on her wins at the 2011 ASCA National Specialty (4th place, Open Black Bitch class) under breeder judge Tina Burks. Jenna is co-owned by Kim Abney Kippert (Canyon Oak Aussies) and Leslie Creelman Sosa. Jenna is by Ch. Crazy Hearts Talk to Me "TJ" and out of Ch. Stonepine Shiraz "Rozz."

Another Birthday Girl!

2011-09-15T13:44:00.000-07:00

"Dancer" is a littermate sister to Kacee (see previous post). Both girls celebrated their birthdays this past week in style. CKC CH. Heatherhill Stonepine Prvt Dancer, was Winnner's Bitch at the Blue Ridge Australian Shepherd Club shows (Virginia) for a 3 point major under breeder judge J. Kelsey Jones!

Happy Birthday Kacee!

2011-09-14T12:21:00.000-07:00

Hi Nannette,

Hope this finds you well and happy.Just got the birthday pictures of Kacee (Ch. It's a Cinch at Hisaw "Cinch" x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville "Jade") together in a collage today and thoughtyou might like to see our little girl. She is so beautiful (everyone says so:),sweet and thriving. She makes me so happy and every time I think of that, Ithink of you and want to let you know how much joy she has brought me--thanksso much!

Betty and Jim

Match Group 2 for Gentry!

2011-09-12T15:42:00.000-07:00

Stonepine's Southern Gentleman "Gentry" owned and handled by Phillip Gault captured a Group 2 at the NAKC match this weekend in Alabama. Thanks to judge Shirle Rogers.

The Dynamic Duo

2011-08-29T20:25:00.000-07:00

Pictured left to right: Stonepine Fuel Injected "Enzo"owned and expertly handled by Robin Paboojian. On the right Stonepine Start a Revolution "Sasha" owned and handled by Trista Hidalgo. They are littermates to "Graham."

Stonepine Fuel Injected

2011-08-29T20:21:00.000-07:00

"Enzo" (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) is owned and handled by Robin Paboojian (Sanger, CA) and is a littermate brother of Sasha and Graham.

Introducing...Stonepine Smoke 'Um

2011-08-27T15:33:00.000-07:00

Timber is pictured at 9 weeks (Ch. Stonepine Shiraz "Rozz" x Ch. CanyonOaks Turbocharged@Woodlake "Turbo").

Saber's Creative Playtime!

2011-08-25T07:32:00.000-07:00

One of the characteristics I find fun about Aussies is their ability to keep themselves amused...without expensive toys!

Stonepine's Newest Champion

2011-08-24T15:25:00.000-07:00

ASCA Ch. Stonepine Jaded (Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville) finishes with four major-pointed wins. Thanks to the breeders judges that awarded E.D.: Cindy Taylor, Kerry Kirtley, Judy Norris and Tiffany Levin. Thanks to breeder judge Sheila Polk for the Reserve Winner's Bitch award at the 2010 ASCA Nationals Pre-show. Thanks to those that have assisted me this year with their additional handling skills.

Introducing Stonepine Stone Temple Pilot

2011-08-12T08:59:00.000-07:00

"Pilot" pictured at 17 months of age is a slow-maturing, elegant and very sound young male. Dam: Ch. Stonepine Silk "Silk." Sire: Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned "Turner."

E.D. Wins Big at PASA Show!

2011-08-08T09:03:00.000-07:00

Stonepine Jaded "E.D." (Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned "Turner" x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville "Jade") had a terrific outing this weekend at the Peninsula Australian Shepherd Association shows in Los Banos, CA. She won back-to-back 4-point majors under Senior breeder judges Judy Norris and Tiffany Levin. Many thanks to the judges and a huge thank-you to her co-breeder Alan McCorkle for handling her to these wins.

Rozz-Turbo Pups at 5 Weeks!

2011-07-30T15:52:00.000-07:00

Two red tri males loving on each other! Dam: Ch. Stonepine Shiraz "Rozz." Sire: Ch. CanyonOaks TurboCharged@Woodlake "Turbo."

Dogs on the couch: What your pooch is really trying to tell you with those soulful eyes and wagging tail

2011-07-05T10:12:00.000-07:00

"The situation is one every dog owner will relate to: your pet bounds up to you, barking enthusiastically, yet you have no idea what they are excited, or worried, about — and wish desperately that they could talk.

While our dogs love us unconditionally, follow us around, play with us and depend on us emotionally and physically, we know very little about what goes on in their minds. Worrying new research suggests our ignorance might be making our pets miserable."

Stonepine Lucky Beau Sallie HT

2011-06-06T07:44:00.000-07:00

"Hi Nannette, hope all is well with you. Just wanted to let you know that Sallie (Ch. Its a Cinch for Hisasw x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville) and I have been taking herding lessons with Lora Cox (Fremont, CA), and this weekend Sallie qualified for her Herding Tested title at the AKC trial held by the BCNC. She is doing great!" Linda Harris

Stonepine Start a Revolution

2011-05-24T07:38:00.000-07:00

Sasha takes her first major at the Hi Desert ASC shows in Fillmore, CA. Congratulations to owner-handler Trista Hidalgo!

Stonepine Like A Rock

2011-05-15T17:08:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Boulder (Ch. Heatherill No Stone Unturned x Ch. Stonepine Silk) and his owner/handler Sharon Rupple of Hemlock Australian Shepherds (CT) on going WD/BOW at their first AKC show.

New champion! CH. Stonepine Son of a Preacher Man

2011-05-15T17:00:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the newest Stonepine champion-- "Graham" (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) handily finishes his ASCA championship at 14 months of age at the Central Valley ASC shows in Reedley, CA. Congratulations to his co-owners Kathy and Trista Hidalgo and to his handler Trista. He is always beautifully presented and a joy to watch and especially to live with.

Styxx in San Francisco

2011-05-01T08:13:00.000-07:00

Stonepine Styxx and Stones "Styxx" at a dog park in San Francisco, CA with her new friends. New owner Pam Keon is doing an amazing job during the transition period. Continued success and happiness.

Stonepine Son of a Preacher Man

2011-04-30T20:08:00.000-07:00

"Graham" (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) co owned (Trista, Kathy and Nannette) and handled by Trista Hidalgo of Tujunga, CA takes a major win today at the Central Valley Australian Shepherd Club show in Reedley, CA under breeder judge Shawna Sakal Beaty. At one year of age Graham has two of his majors and is sitting on 9 points.

Stonepine Fuel Injected

2011-04-30T20:01:00.000-07:00

"Enzo" (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man x Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) owned and handled by Robin Paboojian of Sanger, CA takes a major win today at the Central Valley Australian Shepherd Club show in Reedley, CA under breeder judge Becci Maloney. At one year of age Enzo has two of his majors and is sitting on 10 points.

Sash Babies

2011-04-30T19:53:00.000-07:00

Reunion at Central Valley Australian Shepherd Club show in Reedley, CA. These babies just turned a year old. Pictured (left to right) Graham, Sasha and Enzo. Sired by Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man "Deacon" and out of Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk "Sash."

Jazz earns new title!

2011-04-25T18:25:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Kathy Murphy's Jazz (Ch. Crazy Heart's Talk To Me x Ch. Stonepine Shiraz) who just earned her Novice Rally obedience title. Atta girl Jazz!

Heatherhill Point Taken

2011-04-24T19:54:00.000-07:00

Introducing "Preston" (Ch. Heatherhill Without A Trace x Saddlridge's Latest Craze) at 18 months.

Stonepine Rock It!

2011-03-27T14:38:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to Stevie (1 year old) out of the Silk-Turner litter (Ch. Stonepine Silk x Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned).

Stonepine Styxx and Stones

2011-03-27T14:34:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to Styxx (1 year old) out of the Silk-Turner litter (Ch. Stonepine Silk x Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned).

Xabi Vacationing on the Oregon Coast

2011-03-25T08:35:00.000-07:00

Xabi is one of the wonderful Sash (Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) and Trump (Stonepine Makes Cents) litter from 2008. His owner Maureen Twomey (Eugene, OR) sent this great update. "He's a love and reminds me of his sire in looks. He fits in with us very well. My female Aussie Nuala, who just turned 13, tolerates his nonsense with good spirits. He loves her and keeps her lively. One of my sons, who lives in Germany, always wants him included when we SKYPE. Everyone that comes in contact with him says he's the most cheerful dog they've ever met. And beautiful too."

Go Graham!

2011-03-15T08:21:00.000-07:00

A year ago I was presented with a remarkable litter out of my cherished Sash (Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) sired by Deacon (Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man). The blessings continued to flow as I shared these pups with equally remarkable new owners and now friends: Marie Couey (Ruckus), Robin Paboojian (Enzo) and the Hidalgo clan (Graham and Sasha).

As a one-year anniversary present Graham (pictured above) expertly handled by Trista Hidalgo, captured a 5-point major under ASCA breeder judge Cheri Preciado at the ASC of San Diego shows! Many wishes for continued success to this talented team.It is truly a love fest.

...worth a thousand words

2011-02-15T16:21:00.000-08:00

Most of my dogs are placed in permanent homes as spoiled rotten family pets. Every once in a while however I get a request like I received from Sherrie Scott (Spring Fever Australian Shepherds) of Utah looking for an outstanding Juniors dog for her incredibly talented daughter Katelyn. After consulting with Alan McCorkle (Heatherhill Australian Shepherds) we offered a young bitch I had bred, China (Stonepine Shanghai) to Katelyn. Well the rest is history. Am I proud of this team and their accomplishments? You betcha. As Katelyn's successful Junior Showmanship career draws to a close, this photo says it all for me.

The kids are growing!

2011-02-14T13:34:00.000-08:00

Sash's (Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk x Deacon) pups are now in the 9-12 class. Pictured left to right are Enzo, Sasha and Graham sending Valentine wishes to their siblings. All were entered and did terrific at the Central Valley Australian Shepherd Association show held this past weekend in Reedley, CA. Photo courtesy of Trista Hidalgo (www.dynamicdogphoto.com).

Winners Dog and Best of Winners

2011-02-14T13:27:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to owner/handler Robin Paboojian and Stonepine Fuel Injected (Sash-Deacon litter) 5-point major ASCA win this weekend. Enzo went WD and BOW from the 9-12 dog class under AKC and ASCA judge Del Richards at the CVASC show in Reedley, CA. Enzo faced some stiff competition from his brother Graham in the same class! Photo courtesy of Trista Hidalgo (www.dynamicdogphoto.com)

Cow Palace Fun

2011-02-02T16:08:00.000-08:00

Another year, another Golden Gate Kennel Club benched show in the bag. Whew! Congratulations to all the attendees. The most fun was not showing, but meeting and greeting all the Stonepine puppy people that stopped by to say hello! Sure made the long weekend go by quickly with great good cheer. Pictured above is Natalie Conn and Lucy. Natalie and her family stopped by the Stonepine benching area and shared this wonderful photo. Congratulations to Natalie and Lucy on their wonderful obedience work. Can't wait to see you in the competition ring in the future.

Newest CGC Title!

2011-01-23T09:15:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Phillip Gault and "Gentry," (Stonepine's Southern Gentleman) on their Canine Good Citizen title earned this weekend. I am so proud of you both!

Merry Christmas from Hemlock Australian Shepherds

2010-12-11T20:11:00.000-08:00

Sharon Ruppel (and Santa's helper Chelsea in the back row) is celebrating a dog gone Christmas in Connecticut. Pictured in the front row left to right are Sketch and Dancer. In the back row left to right are Boulder and Gracie.

Merry Christmas from San Francisco

2010-12-11T20:06:00.000-08:00

Sizzle and Dax enjoying the holiday festivities at the Scharf home in San Francisco!

From Stonepine South

2010-12-11T13:44:00.000-08:00

Just received this updated photo from favorite owner/handler Phillip Gault (Alabama) and Stonepine Southern Gentleman "Gentry" (Ch. Hisaws Its A Cinch for Gingerbred x Ch. Stonepine Shiraz).

Introducing...Stonepine Fuel Injected "Enzo"

2010-12-09T08:12:00.000-08:00

Enzo is starting his show career with owner/handler Robin Paboojian of Sanger, CA. What a great team! He is one of the incredible Sash (Stonepine Sheer Silk) and Deacon (Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man) litter born March 2010. Photo courtesy of Trista Hidalgo, Dynamic Dog Photos.

Stonepine Silk Kimono "Hailey"

2010-12-09T07:50:00.000-08:00

Hailey and Joanne Prada have been busy having fun in not only obedience, and rally, but also agility. Hailey's current list of titles: CD, RE, OA, OAJ, NF, RS-N, JS-N, GS-N and counting. Photo courtesy of Trista Hidalgo, Dynamic Dog Photos.

Young Adults Available

2010-12-03T08:37:00.000-08:00

He loves the water and plays in the mud! Pilot and three other adolescent Australian Shepherds are available from Stonepine Australian Shepherds at this time. These fun-loving pups are dual registered, and will be sold to pet homes on a mandatory spay neuter contract. They are structurally sound, and healthy. I have one blue merle dog, two black tri girls and one blue merle girl available only to outstanding pet/performance homes. They are all crate-trained, leash broken, socialized and have won ribbons at ASCA shows! Three of them have quite a bit of drive and would do well in performance homes or homes that have already owned and trained Australian Shepherds. One girl is more casual. Call for details (831.726.2700).

2010 ASCA National Specialty

2010-11-17T13:01:00.000-08:00

Stonepine Jaded "E.D." had a fantastic Nationals in Waco, TX. Many thanks to transporters and caregivers Stephanie LeBarron and Cindy Taylor and to our wonderful handler Viktoria Patzold. E.D. was Reserve Winner's Bitch at two Nationals Pre-shows and won a highly competitive Open Black class at Nationals. Thanks to the judges who bestowed us with these wins.

Website Updated

2010-11-16T20:38:00.000-08:00

So pleased to announce that the new website is up. Please take a moment to scroll through some of our new pages and slideshows. If you would like to be included just email me with the information and a photo. Feedback and comments are of course welcomed!

The Newest Members of Team Stonepine!

2010-05-17T16:04:00.000-07:00

Please meet Stonepine Son of a Preacher Man "Graham" (rear) and Stonepine Preachin' to the Choir, Chorus (front). These are my picks out of the Sash (Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk) and Deacon (Ch. Heatherhill Dazzle Revival Man) litter. Pictured at 9 weeks. Thanks again to photographer Trista Hidalgo.

Best in Show Baby - Bucharest National Show

2010-05-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

Susie Q, aka Heatherhill Volcano (Ch. Heatherhill Without A Trace x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville) co-bred by Alan McCorkle and Nannette Newbury at her very first show in Romania. Not only is she pretty, but she can move too!

Silk-Turner Litter Week 6.5

2010-05-10T18:41:00.000-07:00

The breathtaking Silk-Turner litter is rapidly approaching 8 weeks old. I have come close to making my selection and now have some outstanding pups available to select homes. Call me at 831.726.2700.

Available

2010-05-10T18:37:00.000-07:00

Meet 8Ball! She is 8 weeks old and ready for her forever home! She actually was one of the pick puppies, but due to unforeseen circumstances her home became unavailable at the last minute. Call me at 831.726.2700 for details.

Silk-Turner Litter Week 5

2010-04-26T18:37:00.000-07:00

The Silk babies went outside today! As it is going to rain tomorrow, it was good timing. Hard to get them all together in one picture.

Sash-Deacon Litter Week 6

2010-04-22T16:02:00.000-07:00

First time out in the big world, it was a little too warm and too much California sunshine. The group shot is missing one pup as he is hiding in the shade under the van! They will go for "walkies" again this evening and hopefully we will get some better pictures of everyone.

Silk-Turner Litter Week 4

2010-04-18T07:53:00.000-07:00

Way cute!

Silk-Turner Litter Week 4

2010-04-18T07:31:00.000-07:00

This isn't the entire litter, I am missing three of them! They are moving around and developing their personalities now. They love being outside and our weather has graciously cooperated this week.

Sash Grins

2010-04-13T16:28:00.000-07:00

The best grinner in the world! Not to be confused with bad behavior! This is one happy mom!

Silk-Turner Litter Week 2.5

2010-04-13T16:22:00.000-07:00

Their eyes are now open and they are enjoying learning about their surroundings. They are still a little too young to go outside and enjoy the nice weather, but will probably be ready to play on the green grass next week.

Sash-Deacon Litter Week 5

2010-04-13T16:14:00.000-07:00

It is hard for me to believe these gorgeous babies are now 5 weeks old! They got to romp outside a bit this week in between rain storms and are having a blast! Great temperaments, fun to snuggle and love on; a truly wonderful group of pups.

Silk-Turner Litter Week 1

2010-03-30T08:31:00.000-07:00

Eight wonderfully healthy pups (four males and four females). I am really pleased with the vibrancy of the color on the merles. The copper points are so rich and deep at 1 week and they will only darken with age. Looking forward to watching them grow up!

Dam: Ch. Stonepine Silk
Sire: Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned "Turner"

Sash-Deacon Litter Week 3

2010-03-30T08:25:00.000-07:00

Seven absolutely gorgeous, fat and healthy puppies (four girls and three boys)! Their eyes are now open and they are sucking on each other's faces!

Dam: Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk "Sash"
Sire: Ch. Heatherhill Revival Man "Deacon"

Are you a Great Home for An Australian Shepherd?

2010-03-26T08:37:00.001-07:00

A trend of new puppy owners is to research the breed, and the suitability of the breed on the internet alone. I refer to this as the “E” or EDUCATION portion of the learning process and the internet is indeed a valuable tool to utilize. There are however two other “E’s” that are equally important in the process, EXPOSURE and EXPERIENCE.

Exposure comes from spending time around Australian Shepherds. Meet as many different Aussies as you can. Talk with the owners. Babysit your friend’s Australian Shepherd while they are on vacation, go to doggie cay care centers and watch Australian Shepherds in action. Visit dog parks and observe the energy level of this working dog.

Experience comes from more in-depth, immersed exposure to the breed. Most often this can be accomplished by attending an all-day Australian Shepherd dog show, making appointments to visit quality breeders at their homes, attending dog training classes where there are Australian Shepherds in attendance. Experience is attained from exposure over time.

After all three “E’s” have been obtained, you will be able to make a truly educated decision about whether an Australian Shepherd is the dog for you and your family.

Sash Pups at Two Weeks

2010-03-25T15:21:00.000-07:00

It was hard to get a Week 2 picture as these guys were all over the whelping box! They are very mobile now, eyes are just starting to open. These are very fat and healthy puppies!

Silk Litter Arrives

2010-03-25T15:18:00.000-07:00

Silk (Ch. Stonepine Silk) whelped her gorgeous litter on March 20, 2010. The litter is sired by Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned "Turner." She had three blue merle girls, 1 black tri girl and four blue merle boys.

Sash Pups are Here!

2010-03-17T09:54:00.000-07:00

Sash had her gorgeous litter on March 9, 2010. Here is their first photo shoot. Mom and pups are doing well. Four boys and four girls!

Meet The Cat

2010-03-09T16:42:00.000-08:00

(Aromas, CA) Chang the Siamese loves puppies...up to a point. The pups are still interesting at this stage and don't overwhelm him. He actually sleeps in the puppy pen. This is the first day out in the big world for the Jade-Trace pups and meeting Chang on his turf. Yes! Aussies get along with cats...if you train them to and socialize them around cats.

Sasha and Maryse Shank

2010-03-08T07:55:00.000-08:00

(Arizona) Sasha got her Novice Agility JWW (jumps with weaves) title yesterday. We qualified in each class we ran so far, now we are on to the Open level. I've just finished the first day of a 4 day trail. It has been such fun with Sasha doing agility. She loves it and now that my handling skills have improved, we are a great team. She never knocks bars and checks in with me to be sure where to go on course. I'm lucky to have had a great mentor, who has taught me so much in just a few months. I'm sending you a lovely picture that a photographer took at our first trial on New Year's Day. Isn't she beautiful!!

Peaches and Wiyot

2010-03-07T17:36:00.000-08:00

(San Diego, CA) I thought I'd send you a picture for your blog. Peaches is on the left and Wiyot on the right. They're on the pause table out at the training yard - taking a break between classes. Connie and I help out at classes at Kindred Spirits (Liz Palika's canine training school) near San Diego every Saturday and Peaches and Wiyot are often demo dogs for the classes. They are also best buddies and we often take the other dogs out of the play yard to let them have time alone. (They are also faster than all the other dogs and love to chase each other. Peaches is half Wiyots' age and yet you'd never know it when you see them together. She is one fast puppy!). I love seeing all the other dogs on the posting. The new tri litter looks gorgeous - I hope you put more pictures of them up.

Katelyn and China - Westminster 2010

2010-03-07T13:09:00.000-08:00

(Madison Square Garden, New York) We couldn't be more proud of Katelyn Scott (Lehi, UT) and Stonepine Shanghai "China." The Scotts had retired China from her Junior Show career, and had replaced her. The time arrives for getting on the airplane to fly to NYC and Katelyn's new show dog is injured and China has to fill in at the last moment. "After pulling three chihuahuas of hair out of her, she cleaned up nicely," according to Katelyn's mom Sherrie. This talented team made the Top 7 in the Junior Showmanship finals at the Garden! Whooooppppeeeee!

Dax, Sizzle and Jenny too!

2010-03-07T13:03:00.000-08:00

(San Francisco, CA) If anyone ever doubts placing a dog in a forever home as a young adult, take a look at this picture of pure bliss at the Scharf household. Sizzle (blue merle) was placed at approximately 6 months of age and was just recently joined by her cousin Dax (red merle) at 25. years of age. Pure heaven.

Jade-Trace litter

2010-03-07T12:58:00.000-08:00

(Aromas, CA) The hoodlums (minus one) pictured at 4.5 weeks having a barrel of fun in the puppy yard. It becomes increasingly difficult to clean the yard and almost requires combat gear to complete the task! All pups passed their eye exams this weekend with flying colors!

Dax and Sizzle

2010-02-22T11:52:00.000-08:00

Dax and his new BFF Sizzle headed to San Francisco to rule the roost at the Nick and Jenny Scharf home! Congratulations!

This is Bliss

2010-02-22T08:21:00.000-08:00

(San Francisco, CA) Christine Wue sends a picture of Otis on husband David's pillow. Spoiled rotten dogs live here!

Jazz Rules

2010-02-18T08:46:00.000-08:00

(Lake Tahoe) Just a quick note to let you know that Jazz is great and I'm having a blast with her. She just loves life and every person and dog she meets. I'm sure if I sent her to high school she would become the student body president and head cheerleader! Kathy Murphy

Jade-Trace litter

2010-02-17T08:08:00.000-08:00

(Aromas, CA) Day 13. Eyes ares opening. We are starting to sit up and suck on ears and faces and toes!

Dax!

2010-02-14T17:31:00.000-08:00

Dax is a young neutered male (sort of sorry about that now!) out of Ch.Stonepine Shiraz "Rozz" and by Ch. Hisaws Its A Cinch For Gingerbred, "Cinch." Dax is only available to a very special home! He is dual registered, obedience trained, house broken, been in the show ring and is working towards his altered championship. He is tons of fun and very creative. He even has taught himself to ride a skateboard!

Pebble Beach Concours D'elegance

2010-02-13T10:11:00.000-08:00

BFF Lou Edmondson (Elizabethtown, KY) and Stonepine Makes Cents (Trump). Lou comes out to Pebble Beach each August to volunteer as a Class Host for the premier car show in the world, held on the 18th hole on the ocean! I have had many dogs that were unofficial class hosts attend the event with us over the years. Unfortunately the powers that be decided dogs were not welcome last year. We no longer volunteer. Since this pic was taken Trump has become a permanent part of the Edmondson household and continues to be spoiled rotten!

The Other End of the Leash

2010-02-13T09:01:00.000-08:00

Just about anyone who has purchased a dog from me has received this book recommendation. Everyone that has taken the time to order the book (very easy from www.amazon.com) and read it, raves about it. It is a quick read! I re-read it every year just keep focused! Enjoy!

Jade Pups @ 8 days

2010-02-11T16:37:00.000-08:00

I love it when they line up like this!

Four Days Young

2010-02-07T08:01:00.000-08:00

The very first pics of the Jade (ASCA/AKC Ch. Heatherhill Jada Da Ville) x Trace (ASCA/AKC Ch. Heatherhill Without A Trace) at four days of age. The litter was born on February 3, 2010 and is thriving. They are fat, healthy and gorgeous and yes, it is an "all-Black" litter. Pedigree available upon request.

Sally as an Artist's Model

2010-01-30T17:13:00.000-08:00

Sallie's new owner Linda Harris is a talented fine artists and also gives lessons. She reports, "Sallie attends our studio painting classes, and I have included a foto here that I think you will enjoy, Sallie as artist's model; she took to our model David right away. Soon after I shot the pic she got up and tried to crawl into David's lap, and that's when I shooed her off the model's stand. She spends class next to me and my easel, or following me about. She has been my shadow every since she arrived, pretty much, and we have fun together.

Stonepine Jaded

2010-01-30T17:05:00.000-08:00

Introducing Stonepine Jaded, E.D., (Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville)

ED and PJ

2010-01-30T16:59:00.000-08:00

I don't know what it is with the initial names, but these two Stonepine girls took top honors at the 2009 San Mateo Kennel Club dog show in December. Pictured on the left is ED, Stonepine Jaded (Ch. Heatherhill No Stone Unturned x Ch. Heatherhill Jada De Ville) at her first show. She took a three-point major from the 6-9 month puppy class! Her bestest buddy ASCA Ch. Stonepine Stop N Stare, PJ, owned and handled by Melissa Ruble (Peppered Acres Australian Shepherds) was reserve winner's bitch to the 3-point major! PJ is by Stonepine Makes Cents and out of Ch. Stonepine Sheer Silk.

Sizzle Golfs!

2010-01-30T08:10:00.000-08:00

(San Francisco, CA) Jenny and I love our puppy more each day! Sizzle is now about 11 months old and just a delight-same schedule-she goes with me everywhere. Before the rains I started playing golf with her. There is a course in Novato, CA that encourages dogs. She was a delight there. Ran like the wind and came back as soon as I called and stayed till I hit the ball! Nick Scarf

A Gentry Prediction

2010-01-27T18:45:00.000-08:00

I predict that all-breed handler extraordinaire Phillip Gault of Stonepine South (Alabama) is going to finish Gentry early this year. Gentry has been a slow maturing dog and certainly has Phillip's number, but is coming on strong in the maturation department. Gentry is out of Ch. Stonepine Shiraz (Rozz) by Ch. It's A Cinch for Gingerbred ( Cinch). Keep your eyes open for this dynamic young duo.

BBIS - Best Booth in Show!

2010-01-23T07:55:00.000-08:00

(San Francisco, CA) Stonepine Australian Shepherds is awarded Best Booth in Show at the annual Golden Gate Kennel Club benched show.