My sister got my father a Dalmatian for father's day when I was 12-13. Sparky bonded immediately to me instead of dad and was my dog for years. I even entered him in a match a couple of times. There where only two Dals entered, and he always lost, but I was so thrilled to get that best of opposite ribbon! I got my first show Dal in 1990 from Joan Lester of Dymondee. Tristan became Ch Dymondee’s Knightnwite Satin without much trouble, and went on to be a decent special, once climbing to #7 nationwide novice owner handled. I got Tia from Lisa Ramos in Louisiana. She earned her Championship and Obedience title with ease and became my foundation bitch.

My dogs’ first commitment is to be couch warmers, after that they do mostly conformation. I do obedience as well, and have had a great deal of fun with that. I’d love to do agility, but it’s not available in my area yet. I’m tinkering with tracking as well.

I currently mostly enjoy Jester's retirement years with him on the couch. I have a couple of nice class bitches and a new baby boy from Fiacre kennel in Nevada. Jolie is in training for her CDX, and Kim is in training for her CD. A breeding with Kim is planned for 2003, but a sire has yet to be determined.

I concentrate on health, temperament and movement in my breeding. I don’t have litters often, and must make the best of each one. I do all health clearances. Puppies are occasionally available. Puppy referral is always available at my website, www.geocities.com/jesterdog.