Gigi at handling class & other pictures

Gigi has been playing show-dog-in-training at handling classes lately.  Couple snaps from a recent class:

Waiting patiently
Gigi working with a friend. We take turns handling each others dogs, to get the dogs comfortable working with other people.
And, later that night, Kizzy showing how she patiently waits for dinner!

A sweet picture from when Oden (Gigi’s brother) recently stayed with us while his human mom was traveling:

Oden on his back, relaxing with his mom and sister.

At the River

This past weekend was so beautiful, especially for this time of year! Yesterday, I enjoyed taking the dogs on a long walk at the river.  Captured some nice shots, although just on my phone camera.

Kizzy
Gigi

Kizzy

Wilson

Wilson (our singleton from our 2011 Skyy x Taxi litter) came out for a play date today.  He is still as beautiful as ever!

Playing with his niece, Gigi
Mantle parade!

Fun at the Great Iowa Pet Expo

Gigi and I volunteered at the Central Iowa Kennel Club’s booth at the Great Iowa Pet Expo this past weekend.  The kennel club was there with a mission for education about responsible dog ownership and responsible breeding.  Lots of fun!  Gigi loved all the new doggy friends she made.

Great Dane responsible breeder
Central Iowa Kennel Club booth and volunteers

 

Gigi, adoring Tiana. The well groomed Standard Poodle is “Piper”. She was there for Tiana to show off her awesome grooming skills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gigi’s First Dog Show

Fun way to start Gigi’s show career!  A nice Best in Match win at the Puppy Derby.

Mantle Great Dane showing
Gigi winning Best in Match at the Illini Great Dane Club Puppy Derby
showing mantle great dane
Winning her class in Sweepstakes at the Illini Great Dane Club Specialty.
family of mantle great danes
Family picture! L-R: Kizzy (mom) and litter mates: Oden, Izzy, and Gigi. Puppies are just shy of 9 months and Kizzy is almost 7 years old.