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The Angel Maltese Story
Many years ago I
caught my first glimpse of a Maltese. I stopped, took a breath,
and made a wish.
My wish had white
wispy hair, baby black bows above bright shiny eyes, and a button
nose. The
only thing that could
fulfill that wish was the butterfly kisses and angel wishes of a
Maltese.
On my 12th
birthday, my dream came true with a little girl called Tasha, which
was a wonderful pet.
She taught me the
qualities, love, and compassion for a Maltese that these special
angels are innate
with. Later
while at a dog show, I became enamored with a special little girl
shown by Glynette
Cass, named Dina.
As my precious son’s name is Dino, I thought this was a special
message from
my guardian angel that
this was my beginning. Being a novice, I had much to learn, but
I have such a
hunger and drive for
perfection I knew someday I’d be “there.” “THERE” would be the
road to
Westminster.
Enter stage right:
Joyce Watkins and Ch. Marcris Risque’ Business.
The sprinkling of
“Angel Dust” from Risque’ made the difference in what I was to
achieve, and I
will be eternally
grateful for this gift.
Ch. Angels Risque’
Takit To The Limit (Rembrandt) featured on the opening page is another
example of
“Proof is in the
progeny.”
There have been others
that have encouraged, supported and shared their lines with me.
There are
no words to express my
appreciation.
I would like to take
the opportunity to thank Dr. Jaffee of Jaffee's Animal Hospital in
Palm Beach
Gardens for the all
niters. Dr. Jaffee played a huge part in the deliveries of these
special angels.
Thank you for ALWAYS
being there.
I would also like to offer a special thank you to Frankie, Mark and
Rosario for your support love
and GREAT ads.
Together I believe we can continue to keep the Angels shining at their
best.
I once recited the
saying that no man is an island or in our home, no dog is an island.
This is
especially true in the
breeding of show quality dogs. So I am grateful for each and
every one of
you that have been
there.
For the past two
years, I have received the honor of top breeder of the year by the
American Maltese
Association.
This is one I am very proud of, but it could not have been possible
without the help of
many. I am
extremely thankful for each and every one of you. |
