Our animal companions hold a special place in our lives. When we lose them, there is a definite void left in our hearts. As a breeder I can definitely say that no dog can ever replace the ones that have blessed and enriched our lives and then left us behind. What follows is a tribute to those very special dogs who graced our lives.
OTCH Trialsfast's Meant To Be Mine, UDXII, RN, CGC, TDI
Maia
Maia was our foundation. She gave us the very best in health, structure, and temperament. Maia was whelped on January 13, 1992. Maia gave us 15 years of joy, her accomplishments were many. Sadly, she left us on May 31, 2007.
The titles she earned were that of Obedience Trial Champion, Utility Dog Excellent II, Rally Novice, and Canine Good Citizen. In addition, Maia was registered as a working therapy dog with Therapy Dogs Incorporated. Maia was also awarded the title of Outstanding Dam by the Golden Retriever Club of America for producing a number of offspring who showed their merit in the Obedience Ring, the Agility Ring and also in the field. This truly special dog has also been inducted into the Obedience Hall of Fame by the Golden Retriever Club of America
Maia, however, was much more than her titles state. She was everything any one of us could have ever wanted in a golden. She was a true family member. She loved and was loved by all of us. We will always miss her. Though no dog can ever take Maia's place, she has left us with daughters and granddaughters to carry on her legacy here at Abalee. We are indeed quite fortunate.
The titles she earned were that of Obedience Trial Champion, Utility Dog Excellent II, Rally Novice, and Canine Good Citizen. In addition, Maia was registered as a working therapy dog with Therapy Dogs Incorporated. Maia was also awarded the title of Outstanding Dam by the Golden Retriever Club of America for producing a number of offspring who showed their merit in the Obedience Ring, the Agility Ring and also in the field. This truly special dog has also been inducted into the Obedience Hall of Fame by the Golden Retriever Club of America
Maia, however, was much more than her titles state. She was everything any one of us could have ever wanted in a golden. She was a true family member. She loved and was loved by all of us. We will always miss her. Though no dog can ever take Maia's place, she has left us with daughters and granddaughters to carry on her legacy here at Abalee. We are indeed quite fortunate.
Abalee's On Key, CGC
Reba
Reba was the queen at Abalee Goldens. She was our daughter's most faithful companion. Her most important job was to cuddle and be cuddled. She was sweet, affectionate and we teasingly referred to her as our "pet me only" dog because no matter who is being petted she would come over to get what is rightfully hers... more petting. We loved our old girl very much and we were fortunate to have her grace our lives for more than 13 years.