Fast Forward...

Well, it has been quite some time since I updated Dash's activities. When I started writing, I was trying to write chronologically and in the order of events - so writing about the Fall of 2006 during the summer of 2007.... so not going back to that again.

When last I wrote, Dash was bred to Sara (Carterhall Que Sera) and fathered 6 lovely puppies - 4 tri & two red - so I know that he carries the genes for tri as Sara is a red (lovely smart girl). The Carters placed four in pet homes and kept two to show. Skipping forward even more - Dash's son Carterhall Thomas the Tank Engine is an AKC Champion. Dash's daughter Carterhall Chatty Cathy decided that she DOES NOT like the show ring and is quite happy at home.
Dash finished his Championship on July 8, 2007. Since then he has basked in his glory, completed his Rally Novice title and enjoyed numerous agility classes. Unfortunately life keeps getting in the way of taking classes so he is still strictly a beginner. At some point we'll try to conquer the weave poles. His attention has gotten better and I can sometimes see the gears clicking that he has engaged his brain.

So - what else is new in Dash's life... in February 2007, Monkey joined our family (Carterhall Thistledown Virtue). She was shown for six months and while adorable and well constructed, she is also quite petite. This does not stop her from ruling the roost and bossing Dash around. She marched into our lives like she owned the house. We thought she would be a great Junior's dog for Gus as she is small and easy to lift, but for now, Gus is not interested in showing. Maybe later - and by then - he'll be able to lift Dash - which will make Monkey happy.