Sun, Nov 22 2009
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Doggone fun Mother and son dog trainers Stephanie and D.J. Carroll love what they do - together. By RENEE FITEPress Special Writer D.J., too, is excited to show off his animals.
They’re a team, they have a friendship and perhaps the makings of a life time relationship. “This is the dog mobile” she said, referring to the blankets covering the surface with the seats folded over. Maybe every two years she breeds a dog, when she has a waiting list. “And when I’m sure they want it for a life-long companion,” she said. “No dog should be without a home.” As for adopting a dog, she advises to do the research for a type of dog best suited for the owner. “When Dalmatians came out everyone wanted one, but they’re a hyper dog and not for everybody, especially in an apartment. They’ll bounce off the walls.” she said. “You take a dog for life. Find one with a personality to suit your style of living.” There are a lot of dogs in rescue homes. “Buy from a reputable dealer,” she said. “We health screen before breeding.” A Champion Marulas, Wild Thing aka “Demi” is a 5 year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback. Ridgebacks are from Africa. Settlers used them to hunt lions. “When she had needed two major points to earn Top of the Best of Breed, she finished with four,” Stephanie grinned, “over some of the top Ridgebacks.” That was two years ago in Harrison, Ark. “Demi’s first show with D.J., he took her into the puppy class and pulled 4th place,” Stephanie’s smile shined as she recalled the moment, “beating big-time handlers and big, old kennel names.” They do their own obedience training. 
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