Farewell To Fidel

Photo Of Fidel April 2006

By Jim Clifford

It is with great sadness that we report that Fidel (May 2002-March 2010) passed away in early March from a very aggressive cancer called Hemangiosarcoma.

Fidel was taken to the vet in February because he was not feeling well, and the diagnosis and tests were made then and we were informed that the progress of the disease was at a point where it was not treatable.

Fidel will be sorely missed at the kennel.

For more information on Hemangiosarcoma, visit the Veterinary Partner Website.

Summer At Gates Lake With Two Berners

We have had a scorching hot summer up here in Birken, and one of the ways these two like to keep cool is to jump in the lake for a swim, and chase sticks and floating pieces of wood. It is live entertainment at it's best, as Fidel and Riannon just love the cool water.

Fidel And His Offspring

Fidel And His Offspring

Here is a great shot of the first litter between Fidel and Monya 2years ago. What a beautiful sight to have a healthy lively litter of puppies in the Kennel.

At the time, Monya was my primary female, and she produced some beautiful litters of puppies over her years.

Fidel is now my main man, and he continues to produce day in and day out.

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Going For A Swim In Gates Lake

Cisco And Fidel

Here is a great photo taken in May 2007 when I took Cisco and Fidel to Gates Lake for a swim, and to get some exercise. The Lake is only 5 minutes away from the Kennel, so I take the dogs for a swim as often as possible.

These two males take very well to the water, and enjoy the swim, and chasing after sticks when you throw them in the water.