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Our very first Group First! Awarded by breed specialist Judge Mrs. Nancy Hafner. So thrilling. I'll always remember and treasure this win. Go Keeper!

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt Thank you to many, especially to: Judges Mr. Lois Sosa and Mrs. Sharon Redmer for choosing Keeper in a beautiful line up of poodle specials; Beth and Michael Harris for this opportunity and sharing Keeper with me; my mentors and heros who I admire in the sport for their advice, friendship and support; Vicki DeGruy for the stunning candid photo; of course to my family and friends wh

Best in Show at the Great Lakes Poodle Specialty! Champagne popped in celebration and glasses raised in toast: "A win like this is the culmination of the support, mentorship and friendship of many."

On the cover of Poodle Vareity, our beautiful boy: Dalton - D is for Dalton Bronze Grand Ch. Karadale Clarion Born This Way Always Handled By: Dan Giles Team Dalton. Owned by Karin Giles, Katherine Kennedy Vigil, Maureen Daigle-Watson, Joyce M. Anderson Haggett, Paula Stringer Rellihan, Sarah Rosa Dulski Bred-by: Karin Giles, Katherine Vigil & Ann Kennedy Cover Photos: Eric Vigil Advertising: Sarah Rosa Dulski

What a day for me and the poodle girls! Keeper (Ch. Aris Always and Forever) went Best of Variety at the Great Lakes Poodles Specialty over 7 standard specials picking up a 5 point GCH major! Riot (Clarion Camelot Glitterati at Imperii) was not be outdone by her best friend and went Reserve to the 5 point Major in minis and onto Best Puppy in Show! To top it off I hear Dalton (GCh. Karadale Clarion Born This Way) won Reserve Best in Show!

For 2 years, I was part of an amazing adventure that made me responsible for the advertising, creative and social media campaigns for London - Ch. Jaset Satisfaction. His "voice" and personal paparazzi during that time has left me with wonderful memories and countless connections. In fact, there were two million in a week alone. A personal belief became London's signature persona: while Dog shows are incredibly competitive (who doesn't like to win), we should be positive a