We have been BUSY!!!

Sharon and I have had a busy and fun late spring and early summer. I don't have enough hours in the day, days in the week, weeks in the month to keep our blogs up to date. Just a brief summary of what has been happening at Shaireabs -Bayleigh in the past few months. We have been able to attend most of the shows this spring...lots of driving ( with frustrating moments with the GPS), eating out, visiting friends and doing what we love...WATCH our 4 legged kids in the ring.

Our two girls, Darla (Shaireab's Bayleigh Just Watch Me) and Jenny (Shaireab's Bayleigh Maid of Honor) were Winners Bitch two of the days during the Louisville Cluster, which hosted the floating speciality for the Welsh Terrier Club of America. Jenny, with Sharon showing her, won Best in Sweeps. Contrary to the superintendents report, Tommy was not exhibited that weekend. He started his specials career several weeks later.

At the Garden State Terrier Club show in Trenton, NJ, Tommy won Best of Breed and Darla was Winners Bitch and Best of Opposite. Tommy finished his first weekend as a special by winning the competitive Terrier Group at the Trenton Dog Show.

Our next speciality show was the Great Lakes All Terrier Association in Illinois. Again Tommy won Best of Breed under esteemed breeder judge Mr Bruce Schwartz. Pola, Shaireab's Bayleigh Pola Embrujo De Brujas, our puppy bitch, who is co owned and bred by Ivan Sandoval, was Winners Bitch, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite and won the Terrier Puppy Group

Tommy, GCH Bayleigh Shaireab's Pinball Wizard, has won Best of Breed at the 3 Terrier Speciality shows (Garden State Terrier Show, Great Lakes All Terrier Association and Virginia Terrier Club) in which he has been shown this spring. He topped off his spring/summer tour by winning Best in Speciality Show at Virginia Terrier Club. Pola, Shaireab's Bayleigh Pola Embrujo De Brujas, finished her Championship this day, by winning Winners Bitch, Best of Winners, Best of Opposite and Best Puppy in Show.

We are taking a month or so off from the show ring. Family vacations and puppies coming...not to mention it is too hot!

Evaluating Derry - Stuart puppies at eight weeks old

The puppies have been examined by the cardiologist, orthopedist and general vet. All passed all exams with flying colors. Now Sharon, Tracy and I graded the litter on Thursday, March 24. We are very excited about the entire litter. Notice the natural tails...hopefully we will see these puppies at future Crufts show.

Wonderful Week! New puppies, seeing old friends and fun dog shows

As usual things have been busy at Shaireabs-Bayleigh Welsh Terriers. Helen had 5 puppies, 3 girls and 2 boys on Friday. Sharon and I have been in Louisville, KY at the Welsh Terrier Club of America floating speciality. Sharon and Jennie, Shaireab's Bayleigh Maid of Honor, were Best in Sweepstakes today. Jennie was also Best of Winners on Thursday for a 5 point major. We are very proud of our puppy girl. Not only did we have a successful weekend, Darla, Shaireab's Bayleigh Just Watch Me, was also winners bitch on Friday for a 5 point major, but it was nice to spend the weekend with our friends other parts of the country.

Josh is going to Europe!!!!

Watch for Josh to make a SPLASH when he arrives in Europe. GCH Shaireab's Celyn I Kid You Not will be taking a grand tour of Europe. Our friend and co breeder Mat Smeets of the Netherlands will be his tour guide.

The two Amigos at one of my favorite local spots on Hilton Head Island

Sharon and I enjoying lunch at Amigos. Lunch was good as I had remembered (from 10 years ago). Notice the wall in the background. Locals contribute old license plates for wall decorations. Somehow two of my old plates from 2000 made it to the wall. One says 4RDOG and the other is one of my son's plates when he was a student at Ole Miss. It has his initials DLB with the Ole Miss Rebel (which is too light to see in the photo)

Hilton Head Island Dog Show March 5 and 6

As I was turning into the dog show I shot a picture of the sign from in my car...not very good at planning ahead. I lived on Hilton Head for over 20 years, so this little dog show is always fun to attend. Beautiful location (I would encourage spectators and exhibitors to come to this show) great restaurants, incredible beaches, nice hotels, lots of golf courses, tennis, etc. We had a fun relaxing weekend!

BOB Westminster Kennel Club 2011

Sharon and I congratulation Rex, Ch Brightluck's Prancing Pirate JE, Deb and Ron Hunt (his owners) and Janet McBrien (his breeder) on going Best of Breed at Westminster Kennel Club.

He is the sire of our young bitch, Ch Bayleigh Shaireab's First Call, Eiley, who was reserve winners bitch at the National Speciality Show, Montgomery County Kennel Club. He also the sire of another rising star, Stella, from Shaireab's Bayleigh Welsh Terriers.

Laughing Lauren

Lauren, Ch Shaireab's Bayleigh Look at Me, past winners bitch at Montgomery County Kennel Club, enjoying the sunny brisk February day in TN.

Esther is home for a visit

Esther is back home for a short visit. Her family is on vacation and she has a date with a handsome young man here!

At long last we are having a break in the winter weather. Esther has been busy trying to catch a bird. Silly girl you are not a bird dog!

Keith and Derry with Dr Webb

Derry, prior to delivery, having an X-ray to confirm the number of puppies

Derry and Stuart puppies

The puppies are only an hour old in these two photos. The girls wear a pin collar and a multi glitter color collar. The boys are wearing gold and blue collars. Stay tuned for updates and new photos. They are growing like proverbial weeds, having gained 50% of their birth weight in 3 days.

Our newest additions

We are proud to announce the addition of 4 beautiful puppies, 2 boys and 2 girls. The mother is Ch Shaireab's Bayleigh Good Time Girl, Derry, and the sire is Ch Shaireab's Honor Among Thieves, Stuart. Both sire and dam were winners at the National Speciality, Montgomery County Kennel Club.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to our families, friends, and our extended families (those who have purchased our puppies). We want to thank you for your love , trust and support. 2010 was a breeders dream come true. We are looking forward to 2011. Keep your pictures and letters coming.

Love Sharon and Keith

Best of Breed at National Speciality Show

For Sharon and I, Spyder's  (GCH Bayleigh Shaireab's Super Hero) win at  the Montgomery County Kennel Club, the National Speciality Show for the Welsh Terrier Club of America, is a dream come true!  Spyder is a multiple Best in Show winner, multiple Best in Speciality Show winner, top producer of top winning Welsh Terriers and most importantly the sire of healthy companions with delightful temperaments.  As breeders, this win has been a goal we have strived to attain.

A special thank you to Judge Nancy O"Neal,  breeder of the most successful Welsh Terrier( Ch Anasazi's Billy the Kid) in our club's history.  Billy won more than 100 BIS.  It is especially nice to be recognized by such an esteemed authority and breeder of Welsh Terriers.

Marilyn Jacobs of Foxbriar Kennels has made this incredible year for Spyder possible.  Thank you again Marilyn and Jorge!! 

Sharon and Keith at the Atlanta Terrier Club Specialty Show

 

Behind the scenes at the dog show

Mat Smeet of Holland, Sharon and I are pictured helping to get the various dogs ready for the ring.  Mat is shown with Harper, a young puppy bitch sired by his dog, Heartbreaker of the Southern Point, out of Ch Shaireab's Bayleigh Sneak Preview, Mya.  Sharon is being kissed by Harper.  This weekend was absolutely perfect...visiting with friends from far and wide, fun dog shows, celebrations and beautiful fall weather.

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Keith Bailey

865-544-7090

www.shaireabs-bayleigh.net

 

Oops!!! Forgot to attach the Birthday photo

Again left to right..Wendy Warnock, Carolyn Wolters, Sharon Abmeyer and Keith Bailey

Sharon's Birthday Party

Everyone had a wonderful time celebrating Sharon's birthday.  Left to right in the photo..Wendy Warnock (Ceri, Nerys and Emma's mom),Carolyn Wolters (Josh, Jyll and Belle's mom), Sharon and Keith.  I thought many of you would enjoy seeing more of our extended dog family

Player and Florencia going Best Junior in Show

Nick Best In Show!

October 31, 2010