All in the family

Before I post Part 3 of the weekend sleepover, I've had a question from Erica about lineage. 

Brighthope's Aftershock "Coullah"

Our smallest Blue was born on June 23, 2010.  Coullah's parents are:

Shireoak Eye of the Storm "Marne"

Now officially, retired from breeding, Marne is enjoying her leisure time at Brighthope Kennels and Picardy Park.  She is a gentle, friendly girl and apparently quite the "bowl licker"!!!  Vicki and Dave know that with her sweet disposition, she has easily become the perfect Ambassador for the breed.



CH. Brighthope Free Reign "Reign"
Photo:  Brighthope Kennels

Reign was the "pick puppy" from the Suede/Dani litter born in May 2008.  A very handsome guy, he  attained his Canadian Championship in 2009. Reign's favourite pass time is a good game of  "sticks". 

I find that I can see both Marne and Reign in Coullah.  I see the gentle, quiet of Marne - along with that beautiful face with those beautful eyes.  Coullah's love of carrying sticks and other objects around is just like Reign.  As she matures, I look see more of her doggie parents in her every day.  My question is:  Which one is the babbling talker!?!?!?!?

Brighthope Nola's New Life Zoë

Born May 25, 2009, Zoë is our original Blue.  Her parents:

Alexcyril Gamboling Granola "Nola"

Beautiful Nola.  We are so lucky to have met her.  Her time on earth was way too short, but boy oh boy, was she loved by Dave and Vicki.  She will never be forgotten. 

CH. Brighthope Blue Suede Shoes "Suede"

Born April 21, 2006.  Suede is not only Zoë's dad, but Reign's dad as well and therefore, Coullah's Granddad.  He is one handsome Blue and a real sweetheart!  Zoë gets much of her personality from Suede  - along with the smiley face look.  Both of them all usually all tongue and always look very pleased about something.  Like Suede, Zoë turns in circles when we come home after work, is always on the lookout for squirrels.  They are a real father/daughter team!

In March 2009, Suede obtained his Canadian Conformation Championship - so I guess Reign comes by his Championship quite naturally.

As a side note... I believe that Zoe's aunt, Phoenix, lives in California and is a  lovable member of Sweetwater Kennels.

If only we could all have one big family reunion!!!!