STATE FAIR THIS WEEKEND

Just a reminder, we'll be at the State Fair again this weekend on Saturday and Sunday from 8 to 8 in the Purina Pet Building. It was great to see so many of you last weekend! We'll be bringing Jewel and Captain again. (This is the sign we'll have posted in our booth).

You can see past blog posts about Captain and/or Jewel and their previous litters of puppies by clicking HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE.

MIA

This is Mia, a puppy from Jewel and Captain's litter one year ago! Jewel is due October 1, and we are still accepting applications from this litter. The puppies will be ready for their new homes Mid November.

DANIEL'S 18 BIRTHDAY

Daniel is 18 years old tomorrow! Looking back on all his baby pictures, reminds me of how much I have enjoyed being a mom. Ever since I was a little girl, that was my dream, to be a wife and a mother. I did not want a career that was outside the home. When Russ and I met, I was thrilled to learn he loved kids and wanted a big family. We had two girls, and then two boys, and I felt like the luckiest person in the world. When our second son was 18 days old we were in a horrible car accident, and he was killed, along with my sixteen year old cousin, and the other driver who was also only sixteen. I broke my neck, leg, and pelvis in four places. It was such a tragedy. Three young lives lost. I didn't know if I could ever smile again. But as I laid flat in the hospital I knew I had a choice. Either this would ruin my life, or I would chose life. Chose to be happy again, and be thankful for all I still had...three beautiful children and a husband who loved me. It was very hard. I knew the Lord, and He never left me. I knew that God cried just as hard as I did the night of the accident. As time went on and my body healed, Russ and I decided to have another baby. On August 29,1989 when I held Daniel in my arms for the first time, my broken heart was healed. I cried tears of joy as I gazed into his bright blue eyes, nuzzling his chubby little cheeks. He was adored by his brother and sisters. This little baby brought new memories, new laughter and joy into our lives. He has been a blessing ever since. He has a very calming effect on those around him. He has a gift with horses and dogs. As our business has grown, I have needed his help. He never lets me down. He knows as much about the business as I do. He honors his mother and father. It has been a privilege to watch him mature from a sweet little boy into a gentle, kind and loving man. He will be an awesome husband and father some day. He has something money can't buy. A good character. Daniel has decided to join the Marines when he graduates next June. I can't imagine what it will be like without him on the farm, knowing he is so far away, but he has to follow his heart. I believe someday he will be back, training horses and dogs again. Until then he is in God's hands, and I trust Him. Who could take better care of my son? I am really looking forward to this school year, and watching the kids develop their skills. I will post Daniels achievements in swimming this winter. He has a passion for the pool, and should have a fun year! I am drinking in the moments, and enjoying this life I am so blessed to have.

COME SEE US AT THE STATE FAIR!!!

Come and see us at the Minnesota State Fair! We will be in the Purina Pet Building, which is located on the north side of the fair grounds. It is conveniently located next to the northern end of the SkyGlider chair lift. We will be there both weekends, all day on August 25 & 26 and September 1 & 2. Hope to see lots of you there!

Click Here for On-line State Fair Map

JULIA

These photos are of Julia, my niece's little girl. She came over to play at the farm and hold the puppies on Tuesday.

PUPPY HOLDERS

These boys are Amy's friends and came over today to go swimming and hold puppies. This is Ivy and Lilly's litter together.

MOJO

This is Mojo, a four month old Rolling Oaks Golden. His owner is just starting obedience school, but Mojo doesn't look too excited about it!

SAD DAY

We are in shock to see the devastation of the 35W bridge. What a horrible tragedy for all the families that have been affected. Our heart goes out to the many people who have been and will be touched by this. It is such a reminder to all of us how fragile life is. We really need to appreciate the life we have, and the good things we all take for granted.

What's New At Rolling Oaks

We recently had two litters born. Lilly gave birth to 12 puppies (see photo below) and Ivy gave birth to 3! The puppies in Lilly and Ivy's litter are spoken for. We are expecting a litter born in September and ready in November between Jewel and Captain. Please fill out a puppy application if you are interested in that litter. We also have a few older dogs available at this time. Two males that are two years old , and one 8 year old female. One of the male's is finished in hunting and obedience training, the other is obedience trained and a very calm companion dog. All older dogs are obedience trained, spay/neutered, and up to date on all shots. Older dogs are placed on a trial basis. When you come out and meet the dog, if it seems like a good fit, you take the dog home for a two week trial. If the dog adapts well to your home, and it is a good match, you keep it. If it does not do well in your home, you return the dog and get your money back. This way I am sure the dog is in a home with a family it will do well with. Please email me if you would like more information.