Re: blowing coat-intact female

(for the dogs). heh, heh. By the way, I have never managed to have a cup of coffee without Berner hair. not even packed yet, Maria Crifasi Home of Daisy (Stowaway I) and Buddy (Stowaway II) She would NEVER leave us behind sniffle Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Pat Long, Puppy Sitter Extraordinaire

. There is no greater friend than a Berner friend. Trust me! Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Berners for Pat

Isn't that just so so thoughtful of Pat to try to teach Buddy to howl whenever he hears a bird sing? You see, I have one of those clocks that chirp every hour -- except, Pat, at night. These clocks are light sensitive. I'll ask Vilma to train Brew to howl every hour on the hour. Then, when Brew

Re: dog with a mission

or changing expression. Then, of course, there was that toad he swallowed in one gulp. Ever palpate your puppy's tummy and FEEL the poor thing fluttering around? Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains - home of every toad in Maryland

Re: What's Next???

owner, a very confused but hilarious expression. You can practice LEAVE IT with that female. You can practice NO SNIFF with that female. She will be worth her weight in gold. trust me. Maria Crifasi owned by Daisy and Buddy Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

A New Vocabulary for the Berner-L

. Thus, I suggest substituting lavish bestowal. Trust me. I believe this would effectively reduce the errors by 50%. Sincerely, Maria Crifasi Berner-L

Just a reminder

on vacation, please please postpone delivery of the Berner-L digest!! Also, those Out of the Office responses do nothing but cause errors and work for our volunteers. If at any time you need help, just email one of us: Pat Long [EMAIL PROTECTED] Maria Crifasi [EMAIL PROTECTED] Laurie Montoya: [EMAIL

Re: First Draft Test by Swissy Club in the Northwest

right to me. Anyone in Maryland know if we have herding? Or some sort of test to see if your dog herds? Maria Crifasi Home of Daisy and Buddy Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: bell question

luck! Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

A Bell?

obvious manner when a dog tries to countersurf. Unfortunately Daisy has learned to press the bell against the counter -- she is just t sneaky. When walking in the woods, I always know where they are. I think I bought them at www.carealotpet.com -- they are very reasonably priced. Maria

Daisy's Tips: Daisy is 4 years old today!!

Hi L'ers, I would like to wish my Daisy and her littermates the happiest and healthiest of birthdays -- most especially to sweet Sierra who is now shining brightly at the Rainbow Bridge. We miss you so much! Daisy is my first Berner and the one who changed my life. She is my soul-mate, my

Re: 2 dogs in a suburu

minutes, they sound like toddlers scrapping. Obviously as a family trip vehicle with two dogs, this car is WAY too small. We have a Caravan that is perfect for long trips. For dog shows, the all-wheel drive (for getting out of muddy parking fields) is great!! hope this helps. Maria Crifasi Home

Re: Dogs and Bikes

Ah Liz, The mere thought of attaching Buddy (now 115 pounds) to a bicycle on which I am perilously perched is enough to drive me to the wine store to buy a case of Shiraz. Really. Trust me. Maria, Daisy and The Budman Catoctin Mountains, Maryland - Original Message - From: [EMAIL

Need a Vet

Hi L'ers, My daughter lives within driving distance of the following towns in PA and Maryland. Does anyone know of a good vet thereabouts?? Her dog is suffering from terrible arthritis in the leg hit by a car years ago. Shrewsbury, PA Hanover, PA Westminster, Maryland Thanks everyone! Maria

Mirror, Mirror On the Wall

cannot access and you are home alone and the closest neighbor is a complete idiot, simply call your doctor. I have done this successfully but had to drink several cups of coffee and wait an hour before driving. I have since removed #5. Good luck! Maria Crifasi Home of Daisy and Buddy

Re: Berner tails -- deadly weapons

My dear Jane, Daisy has you beat -- 70 (Daisy is 75 pounds and 24 at the shoulder but a legend in her own mind. She has steel springs in her back legs. trust me. Maria Catoctin Mountains, Maryland Home of Daisy and Buddy - Original Message - From: jane heggen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Cathi DeSantis

Sorry to bother the list but would Cathi please email me -- there is a problem with your email address. thanks, Maria Crifasi Berner -L Errors

Ticked off!!

nails, her face a mask of devilish contempt. Fortunately she is kindhearted and shares the wine. So, with no further ado, I am packing up my car and heading for Pat's house tomorrow. Trust me. Maria Crifasi home of Daisy and The Budman Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: Frontline

am anticipating a difficult tick/flea/mosquito filled Spring. Sigh. No one has mentioned a spray deterrent. They don't work?? Maria Crifasi Home of Daisy and The Budman Catoctin Mountains, Maryland - Original Message - From: Pat Long Paul Dangel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

Canidae

. I've fed my cat Science Diet for 10 years and she has never been sick a day in her life. Hm. Hope this helps. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 16, 2003 5:07 PM Subject: Re: BERNER-L digest

Re: Pat Long Photos

I would like to add that the photo Pat took of Daisy this weekend is the finest ever taken of her -- Daisy's personality is utterly captured on film. This is a photo I will always treasure. I urge you all to take advantage of any opportunity to get a Longshot by Pat and Joye. Pat and Joye?

Re: Lyme Vaccines

this helps. Maria Crifasi Home of Daisy and Buddy Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: Entlebuch Cattle Dog

Am I correct in thinking that the Appenzeller is a herder and barks a bit. Anyone know what the purpose and personality of the Entlebuch is? Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland -- where the snow is deep, the dogs are wet and the floors are - Original Message - From: Jenn

Re: The Haggis Explosion Episode!!

stuffed sheep's stomach? Are you kidding? I'd have to rank that with the ... er ... fragrant Norwegian favorite: lutefisk. Any Norwegians out there who would care to describe this dish? Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland - Original Message - From: Rose Tierney [EMAIL PROTECTED

Dog Call Names

Daisy, my 3 1/2 yr. old, got her name from the toy she carried home and would not put down except to eat -- it was a daisy. Buddy -- he came from a g litter and was genuinely gorgeous. Jack wants to learn drafting so Buddy became Genuine Draft (which is also Jack's favorite beer). Since I would

Erroneous Potomac Valley information

Hi Ler's, I did post some erroneous information regarding the Potomac Valley Specialty on March 8th and 9th Specialty. The Titleholders and Veterans Parade will not include therapy dogs or rescued dogs this year. I do apologize for my error. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: new puppy

Hey Rhonda, My Berner puppy from China arrived on Christmas Day with the help of Costco too!!! My big male Buddy has finally given up all hopes of romance because there doesn't seem to be any response whatsoever. She just lies on the bed all day looking pretty. Enjoy! Maria, Daisy and Buddy

Bernerbones

Would anyone know what happened to Bernerbones. someone said it was now called NaturalBerners but when I entered that name, I got a no match. I would like the website if anyone has the url. Thanks in advance! Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Natural Berners

Thanks L'ers, I have the Natural Berners site now. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: Xstitch Jackets

Vendors at our PV Regional? Eve Lapolla (By Jove) will be there. Someone who knows more will answer your question. My Buddy will be giving out free samples of slobber. I just know there will be a line. Ü Maria, Daisy and Buddy - Original Message - From: barb wagner [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Not a Brag -- A Clarification

Hi L'ers, Buddy's breeder, Dede Laveran, posted the results of the Pennsauken, New Jersey shows. She wrote the winning Berners' formal names. As a clarification (be quiet Pat Long!), I would like to clarify that it was my Buddy (Ch Greenway's Genuine Draft) who took Best of Breed all three days

Pat Long's Email

I just re-read Pat's email to the Berner-L wherein she writes: Vilma, you're just jealous because October is such a beautiful month. If you had a specially marked Berner, you might have had a month in that calendar. It's such fun to have a celebration of the Specially

Re: guard dog?

the house without them raising the alarm. I think guard dogs are more serious protectors -- anyone out their familiar with guard dogs? Maria Crifasi, Daisy and Buddy Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: Paintings for the current BARC/LOC Fundraiser

Dearest Pat, No, no, no. You are t kind. Please, I will pick up the paintings personally, thus saving you postage PLUS I always travel with a nice Cabernet. Please, let me do this. You have already done SO much for the breed. cough, Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Re: exuberant behavior

down and pretend to be uninterested and then suddenly lunge. sigh. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland - Original Message - From: Andrea Brin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Berner-L [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 08, 2003 8:18 AM Subject: exuberant behavior has any one

Why join a dog club?

and your circle of friends will become ever-widening. Volunteer at a National Specialty and have the time of your life! Maria Crifasi happy member of the Potomac Valley BMD Club

A Brag

the items that Pat wants to win. She deserves this. trust me. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Getting Sick Dogs to Drink

I have had very good results putting a bit of chicken broth in my dogs' water ... Maria Crifasi (Daisy and Buddy) Catoctin Mountains, Maryland -- where the snow is high, the work ethic is low and the skis are waxed Ü

Daisy's Tips: Bait and Switch

Due to an injured shoulder, I can't hold a leash in my right hand and decided to walk Daisy and Buddy leashless. Even though I never leave our property and since I never know if there are hunters about, my dogs always wear their cow bells on their collars. For those L'ers whose dogs are hearing

Holiday Reminder!

If you are lucky enough to be going away for the holidays, please remember to go to our site: http://www.berner.org/service/index.cgi to postpone delivery of the Berner-L. If you need any help, just email me. Meanwhile, have the happiest of holidays! Maria Crifasi ( Daisy The Budman)

In Pat Long's absence

Hi Lers, Those posting to the Berner-L are requested to carefully consider whether your wording is insulting to other Berner L'ers. Blanket criticisms have no place on the L. Thanks, Maria Crifasi Berner- L

Re: Champion Budman

Hi Wendi, The bait that captures Buddy's heart is cubes of Cheddar Cheese -- NOT liver (ugh), not mozzarella (Daisy's choice), not doggy treats. Of course, if you forget you have it in your nice warm pocket It was Carol Lingley, who handled Buddy so perfectly, who discovered Buddy's soft

Taking Care of Business

or concerns this week while Pat Long is in Austria, please feel free to email me: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! Maria Crifasi Berner-L Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Daisy's Tips: Buddy and The Magic Machine

Hi ho L'ers, While reading the Berner-L, I noticed that there is a pitiful lack of creativity when it comes to working the working dog. Besides the usual pursuits like carting (groan), tracking (yawn), obedience (gag), agility g and therapy, there is also camping, hiking, swimming, etc.

Berner-Cat Owners

We have a 10 yr old silver tabby rescue, Missy -- known as The Hyena. She is super affectionate, obeys commands (ok, almost) and knows the instant I don't feel well. When I have a migraine and lay on the couch, she curls around my head with her paws constantly moving -- like a massage. She and

Berners and Horses

Rocking horses - both wooden and stuffed Maria Crifasi, Daisy and Buddy Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

agility book?

Hi L'ers, Daisy (now 3 years old) loves her agility classes. My husband Jack has made several jumps, the tire jump, weave poles (with springs) and is now working on the dog walk. Does anyone doing agility know of a good book that suggests ways to teach your dog how to do the obstacles? Also

Re: Philly Show Results

Decade's Shore Thing: Joseph and Christine glazer Gina Nini Trevi's Prime contender: Barbara Ann Bych Lewa's Zero Gravity - Debbie and Bill Hamilton Trevi's Call of the Wild - Barbara Ann Bych October The Drake V Tullysky - Jennifer Hoffnagle Keilissa's Feature Presentation - LeeAnn Ashley

Viability of Frontline Plus

for protection against ticks but I wonder about that. If I am still finding dead ticks, isn't the Frontline still working?? I should add that during the summer when I was dosing once a month, I removed ticks both alive and dead as well. Thanks in advance. Maria Crifasi Catoctin Mountains, Maryland

Flexis and Buddy

Hi Maureen, It is not so much the strength of a Flexi as the strength of your arm. Buddy is 115 pounds too. When he lunges to chase a deer, I've found it best to drop the lead or suffer (and I do mean suffer) the consequences. Thankfully he merely chases the deer off his turf. I have also

Berner L Errors - Cause and Effect

house to relandscape your entire front yard. Trust me. You don't want this. If you go on a holiday without postponing your digest, I will send Daisy to hang a sign on your front yard: Dog Walking Area. If you need any help at all, please email me. I'm really a very nice person! Maria Crifasi

Now I lay me down to sleep?

wedged in my bed (sigh) There's no place else I'd be instead.g Maria Crifasi (Daisy and The Budman) Maryland