I’d had plans to add a boy to my “poo zoo” in late 2009 or even 2010. I’d asked Patti Jason of Targa Standards to let me know as she had Ben (Ch. Grandeur Boogie Back to Targa) puppies. Ben is a gorgeous stalliony stud of a dog, very impressive. I just love his “presence”!

Timing is everything! I mentioned to my friend, Beth Harris, Aris Standards, my correspondence with Patti, and she told me she’d just bred her Promise (Ch. Aris Blue Skies Promises Kept) to Ben! Great! A perfect opportunity to see what Ben produced! As the pups grew, one particular boy kept catching Beth’s experienced eye. But, she already had two boys, and adding a third was just not doable! You think?! Knowing my interest in a Ben son, she approached me about co-owning this beautiful boy, and my resolve to wait just flew the coop! I couldn’t pass up having this outstanding puppy as part of my life. Not only is he stunning, but as sweet as can be, as the boys often are!

“Josh” (Joshua, Aris Calisun Stand & Deliver) joined the rest of my kids in November 2008, and has been handled to perfection by Ann Rairigh. Josh achieved his American Championship at just 11 months, earning four majors, including a BOV, a Group 3, a Class placement at PCA (he loved the applause!), and several Best Puppy In Show wins. While a wonderfully goofy, playful puppy outside the ring, he was a total pro in the ring - focused, showing very maturely, light on his feet, and exhibiting striking ring presence. I am really really happy to have my big boy home!

Josh’s future includes competitive obedience, lots of hugs (he’s a big hugger!), and availability selectively for stud, once his testing is complete.