Posts Tagged Alaskan Kerry Blues
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January 12, 2019 by Jewt
Decision Made…
Grateful to have the ear of several respected breeders from the KBT community, I have had the opportunity to discuss the pros and cons of several worthy studs for Nollaig. I have learned a lot from the process. After much research and consideration, I have settled upon breeding Nollaig with my very own Stirling O’Hanluan. […]Archives
November 19, 2017 by Jewt
Starting Over…
This was the year the Kerry pack moved to a new domain largely because... In our life we have to make tough decisions.Archives
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August 5, 2015 by Jewt
Dream-Come-True…
Being my sister’s birthday, July 25th has always been a memorable date. But on that date of this particular year one of my dreams came true… The whole experience is sort-of-a blur to me now, and even at the time it had a surreal feel. But I still have tiny bruises from pinching myself so many […]Archives
August 2, 2015 by Jewt
Resilience…
So many qualities to love about our dogs; and, two of my favorites are their in-the-moment consciousness and their resilience. You can learn a lot from a dog when you quiet your thinker, watch, and take it to heart. Obviously mental health leads physical health, at least quite a bit of the time. Aoife […]Archives
August 1, 2015 by Jewt
The Twists & Turns…
Just last weekend we were celebrating our Best In Show win. There has not even been time enough to write about that, and now already we are swallowing the grave reality of losing an unborn litter of puppies… Who pushed me off Cloud-9? …Life-it’s-own-self, of course. Again I ask, please do not question […]Archives
July 31, 2015 by Jewt
Disappointment…
Our puppies have perished before being born. Please do not ask me why, as I have no answer for you… This simply was not meant to be…Archives
July 18, 2015 by Jewt
The Cat Ring…
Who is responsible for this? Any guesses?Archives
July 18, 2015 by Jewt
Dirty Dog Porn…
Please “bare in mind” this is an Action Kerry Website… Sorry!!! I just couldn’t resist…Archives
July 17, 2015 by Jewt
Can You Dig It…
Jasper found a varmint hole. Curious about the critter inside, he started to dig deeper… and deeper… Until finally he was quite satisfied with what he had done. Aoife took a closer look. Being one sharp smeller, Aoife […]Archives
July 16, 2015 by Jewt
Blessed by a Scenic Drive…
The All-Breed Dog Show held in Soldotna was a bit of a disappointment this year, as there seemed to be an inordinate number of professional handlers. The competition was tough, and it felt grand to be awarded the Terrier Group 4 the first two days. The third and last day was a total […]Archives
November 12, 2014 by Jewt
Winterizing…
You may recall the story behind this cleverly constructed homeless shelter. But if not, you can reference back to my post More Questions Than Answers… This is the time of year when everyone winterizes their humble abode, and obviously this place has been no exception. It looks quite tight, and the warmer […]Archives
October 27, 2014 by Jewt
Weekend In Seward…
The ride to Seward is 127 miles of gorgeous and the final destination is nothing short of divine. My friend has a comfy cabin tucked away on a wooded lot very close to the beach and mountains that border Resurrection Bay. So together we had a weekend to explore paradise… The Beach at […]Archives
October 21, 2014 by Jewt
First Snow…
The Kerries delighted in the freshly fallen snow, dashing to and fro with noses snooting down to the roots of the brush that poked out through it. First real snowfall in Anchorage landed in 33 degrees, so it was a […]Archives
October 20, 2014 by Jewt
One Is Like None. Two Are Like Ten…
“One is like none. Two are like ten…” Many years ago my sister said this of children. But did I follow her advice? Absolutely not. I had the second child, and all was well with the world. Two felt like little more than two. Now I cannot speak for others, as all children […]Archives
October 8, 2014 by Jewt
It’s Coming…
The mornings are getting colder, so ‘ole Jack threw down a delicate crystal design on my windshield. It is dark on the way into work now, so the light shining onto the windshield made the frost glisten and dance. My morning eyes would much rather gaze at the frost pattern than the road beyond… During […]Archives
October 7, 2014 by Jewt
Good For The Soul…
It is amazing how much beauty can be found in the simple little things. Aoife is loving life on the throne, being queen of all she sees… Stirling wonders how anyone can live without a daily dog walk. …For him there is no greater joy. …For me […]Archives
October 7, 2014 by Jewt
Chugach Mountains…
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October 7, 2014 by Jewt
Surprises…
What surprises me most is the change in leaf carriage on the trees in the difference of a single day. This morning we are waking up to 18 degrees. …At this rate we will be snow within a week or two at most.Archives
October 5, 2014 by Jewt
Seasonal Clearing House…
My method is to keep a few random-shots on hand for the purpose of adding illustration to random posts if I am so inspired to write. But these photos will soon be out of season…Archives
October 1, 2014 by Jewt
More Questions Than Answers…
A few weeks back while I was playing with the Kerries in a small high field at the edge of our neighborhood, a disinterested man tore by us on his bicycle. What made that all the more odd was that he disappeared down over the far hill that led to the marsh. Knowing the […]Archives
September 29, 2014 by Jewt
Termination Dust…
The first snow capped the tops of our higher peaks this afternoon. From there it will gradually move down the mountains and eventually pile up at our doors & windows, and roof – if we are lucky! When this swamp freezes over a whole new trail network of adventure will open up to the pack. We will have […]Archives
September 23, 2014 by Jewt
Fascinated by Fungi…
I am not planning to say anything particularly intelligent about Fungi. I will leave that to the experts: http://fantasticfungi.com We see a bunch of mushrooms on our daily dog walk, and I have observed that they do not seem to last long once they reach their prime. In fact within a day of prime they can […]Archives
September 20, 2014 by Jewt
Photos – Saturday Dog Walk
I get a kick out of the fungi. That may be an odd thing to say, but these guys are everywhere. And they come in so many different shapes and sizes, not to mention textures and colors. They can be quite remarkable. The Kerries have gotten pretty good at standing by while […]Archives
September 19, 2014 by Jewt
One Pack… Two Pack… Red -Dale Pack… Kerry Blue Pack…
Though Mark & I used to enjoy the daily dog walk together, it seldom pans out anymore. The Kerry Pack usually makes it home before the -Dales. And most every evening one of us can be found diligently watching at the window for the -Dales to return. Life can be tricky, […]Archives
September 18, 2014 by Jewt
Two Scrumptious Dog Breakfasts…
Two scrumptious dog breakfasts were set down on the floor before I left the room. Now there are two empty bowls spare the little brown vitamin. And there was one dog with a wet beard, the other high and dry on my bed. It seems the one so naturally athletic and lean has […]Archives
September 17, 2014 by Jewt
Aoife’s Eye…
I was walking along the trail with my two, thinking about how I had probably missed the best shots already. For within perhaps five minutes we had stepped off the trail for a team of young runners in training, a horse with rider, and a two-dog bike-joring team… So as I was inside-my-head considering what could […]Archives
September 16, 2014 by Jewt
Courtesy on the Trails…
Anchorage has a leash law that is designed to protect everyone involved from unforeseen mishaps. And for those who enjoy the free-for-all there are several off leash dog parks and trails. Now the leash law is not strictly enforced, as it is understood by most everyone that the idea is to have your dog under your […]Archives
September 15, 2014 by Jewt
Fall Foliage…
We must be near the peak of our fall foliage season…Archives
September 14, 2014 by Jewt
Two Good Things…
1st: The Kerry Pack has gotten back into the habit of going out for the daily dog walk. 2nd: I am getting back into the habit of carrying my camera! …Surely there will be good things to come.Archives
September 14, 2014 by Jewt
Thigh of the Tiger…
I placed my hand on the enormous thigh of the tiger who silently appeared out of nowhere; the backs of my fingers brushed up against his heavy sack. I gently turned him to face off the bear in my dream last night, three times. Life feels just a little better today. […]Archives
September 13, 2014 by Jewt
Moose Ridge Loop…
…in the rain. And gorgeous though it may be… …It is a groomer’s nightmare.Archives
September 12, 2014 by Jewt
High Wind Advisory…
As I left work, I seriously considered dropping by the house to pick up my camera. But as it was pouring rain and I felt hungry, I thought better of it. I really did not need to risk finding a reason to skip the walk. But no sooner had I parked my van, I […]Archives
September 11, 2014 by Jewt
A Reprieve From the Rain…
…brings out a bunch of bike riders, dog walkers, not to mention young and old joggers. But it is likely we will only have to share for just a moment, as the National Weather Service forecasts a high wind warning for tomorrow evening on through to Saturday morning. So then once again, the trails will […]Archives
September 10, 2014 by Jewt
Thing One & Thing Two…
Raining again… or is that still? Rain looks ugly from inside of a window. But it’s quite nice with nothing in between. It would be easy to skip the whole evening dog walk. But imagine the mess Thing One & Thing Two could make if left on their own without their daily exercise… […]Archives
September 7, 2014 by Jewt
The Daily Dog Walk…
There is nothing better than an uneventful walk in the woods with one’s two best friends.Archives
September 7, 2014 by Jewt
Life Is Good…
Life has settled down a bit, as my bitch is no longer in season. Dear Prudence may sleep better tonight knowing I resisted my inclination to expound on the nature of dog porn. Yes the season has changed; and the Kerry Pack is back to enjoying those long daily dog walks with […]Archives
August 21, 2014 by Jewt
Trouble In Paradise…
Unadulterated straight talk from a one-handed hunt & peck… Sunday evening – dog bite L forearm Monday morning – Urgent Care Redness outlined & dated; Photos of injury Dressed arm placed in a splint Antibiotic injection in rump & oral Augmentin Work release for Monday & Tuesday Planned recheck Tuesday morning […]Archives
August 15, 2014 by Jewt
Giving Thanks… aka ThanksGiving
It is always important to give thanks, and be mindful that there is a hidden treasure in every unexpected turn no matter how it looked when it first hit your radar. To be honest, when I first brought Aoife home, breeding was the furthest thing from my mind. She was, after all, my first […]Archives
August 3, 2014 by Jewt
Mudder Dog…
Now, I can admit I am more of a winter girl. I have nothing against the sun or an occasional hot day, or even the rain. …But winter is a much cleaner season! But someone in our pack loves the mud. And a rainy day in August would be […]Archives
July 27, 2014 by Jewt
Little Victories…
Please do not feel a need to remind me to remain humble… There is no better way to show a dog. And there is no better way to live our lives. I understand that I have a lot to learn. I understand that I can do better. I rejoice; for there is room to […]Archives
July 26, 2014 by Jewt
Palmer: Show Day 2 of 3…
The Kerry Show Team jumped out of bed and off to the neighborhood high school track early this morning to wear off some of that EXTRA terrier energy. 20 minutes of gaiting beside the bike took the edge off my boy. From there we groomed out the fair grounds of yesterday, and easily took Best […]Archives
July 25, 2014 by Jewt
I’m Just For Love…
Our 3-day show in Palmer, Alaska is perhaps our most competitive. The mountains afar make the fair grounds a breath taking venue. And the easy commute from our international airport in Anchorage makes the show easily accessible to those in the lower 48. So there’s no surprise that a good handful of handlers and […]Archives
July 19, 2014 by Jewt
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What does it mean to be competitive? Obviously some people view this as a matter of the win. …If you “win” you are competitive. If you don’t “win” …than not so much. But that is not my point with any of this. Conformation dog shows are a game with a […]Archives
July 18, 2014 by Jewt
Soldotna…
The Kenai Kennel Club hosts an annual all-breed dog show in Soldotna, Alaska. This is an event we truly look forward to, as the commute between is a worthwhile adventure. There are 150 miles of gorgeous that first pass by the Turnagain Arm before unwinding through the Chugach National Forest. From there we pass […]Archives
July 7, 2014 by Jewt
Update…
Stirling O’Hanluan is quite a handful. He may not look especially big, but you can’t tell him that. But he thrives on my attention, and at 2 years old he is darn near civilized… …Dog showing has been going well. Stirling was awarded his Championship at Purina Farms in June, and won […]Archives
June 22, 2014 by Jewt
It’s Summer in Alaska!
This has been a gorgeous summer day; 63 degrees with a nice breeze that kept the mosquitoes at bay for us while on the daily dog walk. We watched a fairly sizable black bear at the eastern end of the Campbell Airstrip just minding it’s own business. And we saw a moose grazing in a open […]Archives
June 4, 2014 by Jewt
Champion Stirling O’Hanluan
Where does one begin? We learn so much along the way… Please allow me to extend heartfelt appreciation for family friends and supporters who have taken witness of the comedy of errors that have unfolded as we’ve learned to play this sport well. Words seem to fall short compared to the treasured […]Archives
May 11, 2014 by Jewt