Friends Litter
The Litter

Born May 22, 2004
4 Black Males & 4 Black Females

This litter’s theme transpired in part due to the ending of the TV series Friends. And in part due to this breeding's coordination with Sue’s good friends: Ann Haller, owner of the sire “Runner”, and Shamron Anderson who graciously supplied the


This litter was Runner’s first litter and Ashley’s last litter.

Runner

AM/CAN CH Moonrise Running Back Stay CGC "Runner"
~ 6/10/00- 5/11/07 ~
Runner Now Lives on Through his Kids and Grandkids!


AM/CAN CH Blacfriar Classic “Ashley” JH, AM/CAN WC
~ 4/20/97 - 11/13/04 ~
Loved and Honored, Her Legacy Lives On!

Friends Litter Pedigree

The Friends littermates are now grown and have lovely dispositions that are versatile as conformation, agility, obedience, sailing and companion dogs. However, it is with much regret to report that Baby Emma died less than 3-months-old from an Ebstein’s anomaly (congestive heart failure).

Ribbon color by birth order:

Molly
MOLLY: - Canadian CH TLC Mi Amiga “Molly” / Patrick Hotung, NY & Susan Van Buren, NY: Molly is a sweet girl that is of moderate size. Molly loves her busy human family of 5. Molly also enjoys visiting Sue for dog shows and special times. Molly is quite the food hound and will eat most anything. Molly is very agile; at a young age she managed to climb the ladder to the family fort with slide. It is not any wonder that Molly loves agility class the best of all. Molly recently had a lovely litter of 3 pups and was an excellent Mother!

GATSBY: TLC’s “Gatsby” / Leathem Stern, CT: To Gatsby's owner Leathem and his associates, Gatsby is considered a "most handsome Flat Coat". Gatsby is a busy boy - traveling along with Leathem on land and sea adventures :-). Yes, he is quite the sailor! He took his first runnning dive off the pier at a very young 8 weeks old. Joan, Leathem' associate writes, "We sure do love that boy . . . we know Gatsby is indicative of the wonderful dogs you breed – how lucky we were to have found you."
Grady
GRADY: TLC’s Friendship’s Legacy “Grady” / Todd and Danielle Bush, NY: "Grady is the best dog a family could ask for. He's sweet, gentle and so lovable. He spends his time playing with his toys, playing in the backyard or teasing our cat Jake. Grady loves it when we have company and will proudly go up and down the stairs to bring a visitor each and every one of his toys! He spent some time taking agility courses for fun and really enjoyed that too.

In June 2006, we had a baby so Grady has had to adjust to a new person being in the house. He's done pretty well but has had his moments of jealousy. A few of Ebin's baby toys were destroyed but now that Ebin is getting older, Grady seems to understand he will be more fun. I'm sure when Ebin is walking, the two will be best of friends."

Emma
EMMA: TLC Rachel’s Baby “Emma” / JohnWagner, ME/NY: "Although Emma was only with us for 4 weeks she made a lasting impression. At the age of 12 weeks she died of complications from a congenital heart defect. During the three weeks before we knew she was so sick she learned to obey a few commands – sit, down, stay and come. We had fun taking her to the ocean, although she ran back whenever a wave came near her. She especially enjoyed running around with seaweed hanging from her mouth. During a week of blood draws, ultrasounds and electrocardiograms her tail never stopped wagging and everyone commented on how good she was. We still miss her and wonder what she would be like today." Sleep well, and play at the Rainbow Bridge, sweet Baby Emma.
Beasley
BEASLEY: TLC’s Mr. “Beasley” / Gary Toth, PA: Green boy was the last puppy to find a home. Green Boy went to live in a loving home in PA with Gary, Ann Haller's friend.
Eddie and Anna
EDDIE: Am/Can. CH. TLC’s Sir “Edward” of Friendship, CGC / Anna Moeller, NY & Susan Van Buren, NY: Eddie is full of energy, he loves to run and play with his 3 canine sisters, and he also loves to swim. Eddie has been started in obedience, field training and agility which he loves. Eddie is a very sweet boy and loves people. His favorite person is Anna; she states that, “he always wants to make me happy”.
Rylie
TLC’s "Rylie" My Best Friend /Anne A. Evans & William Evans, NY: Rylie is a sweet, loving dog.
She loves people and wants to be friends with other dogs she meets.
She loves to be praised and wants very much to please.
Although, she is very tempted by food on counters or tables.
She is not demanding, or assertive.
She is gentle & kind.
She loves to be petted and wants to stay close by following and sitting next to you.
Some of her favorite things are:
Going for walks
Playing with Susie (our dachshund)
Going for car rides
Sleeping on the couch (with a pillow)
Sitting or standing on the couch and looking at people in the neighborhood.
Going upstairs and jumping in Julia's bed until Julia gets up.
Playing with her toys and taking them outside into the backyard.
Josie
TLC’s My Cup O’ Jo “Josie” / Alison Dickinson, NY: Josie was the smallest pup and had difficulty nursing. She gained weight when she was able to eat gruel. Earlier vet visits revealed no clear answer. However, when older and having the litter vet check it was noted that an attached piece of skin in her throat was the culprit. The Dickinson’s opted to wait and see if surgery was needed, which has not yet been necessary. Jose’ lives with big sister Tiger and little sis Flyn and has done some agility training.
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