Form and function

Cuest with me in the show ring at the 2024 Pharaoh Hound Club of America National Specialty in Auburn, WA.  I drove all night, 19 hours straight, to get to this event.  The National is the most important event for any breed club.  All 3 Pharaohs got to lure course and show.  Others in our breed competed in rally and obedience, and the annual triathlon.  We had a great time and it was wonderful seeing all the talented and lovely red hounds.  The annual awards banquet is a favorite of mine and this year Cayper came home with his Register of Merit – an award the club gives to stud dogs based on the accomplishments of their get.  Cayper is my second ROM, Cayman, his sire, was my first.  An added bonus is seeing the dogs I’ve bred, and those that are related to dogs that have passed away, but hold a special place in my heart.  My favorite part of these events is spending time with great people who adore their red dogs.  We stayed at a lovely AirBNB with a fully fenced yard – it was perfect for the dogs and much easier than a hotel.