What a great year the Aspenvale Bearded Colles have had!

Windy had a very successful year in the performance ring finishing her Canadian CD, CDX and Rally Excellent title. Windy finished her CDX with multiple first placements and a High in Trial. Her Rally Excellent title was completed with multiple High in Classes and a perfect score. She earned her Versatility Award from the Bearded Collie Club of Canada. On top of that, she was the Highest Average Scoring Rally Novice and Advanced dog for 2009. She made her debut in CKC Agility and earned two legs towards her AGN. She is accumulating a litany of letters behind her name!

Miles had an equally great year earning his Pre Novice CD and his Rally Novice title. He also earned one leg towards his AGNJ. In the conformation ring, he earned a 5 point major going WD/BOW at the supported entry at the Monroe KC and picked up four more points state-side beating a Nationally ranked Special along the way.

Sadly, we said goodbye to Griffin on November 18, 2010. In February of this year, we found a cancerous mass on his spleen. Our Veterinarians gave him three months but as always, he surpassed our expectations and we had him for eight more months. I am still finding it hard to put into words what this dog meant to me. He was an amazing teacher and was so patient. I miss him every day.

We're looking forward to 2011 where we can start anew. Windy is in training for her Utility title and we hope to put that prestigious OTCh. in front of her name in the coming months. We're hoping to finish both dogs' AKC Championships next year as well!

We wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from our crew!

Jaimie, Justin, Miles and Windy St-Maurice