I started showing dogs in 1998 with my first American Cocker, Aaron, a buff male. He was shown owner handled to his Championship at 18 months. I then acquired another male Cocker, Mocha, who finished at just 14 months with three majors and a Sporting Group 1 from the classes at just a year old. Mocha was shown by my good friend Colleen McDowell, but groomed by myself.

Our first Greater Swiss Mountain dog came to us in the fall of 1998 as a pet. We've just recently added our second "Swissy" Emma in Aug. of 2003. She's a real sweetheart and we hope to have her in the show ring by next year.

In 2001, I was given my first Beagle, and fell in love with the decrease in grooming and the wonderful happy-go-lucky attitude of the Beagles. With my mentor,
Leah Bertagnolli to guide me, we now have two Champion females and look forward to the future with them...

Although I no longer show Cockers, I do want to recognize them for their loving and sweet personalities. For teaching me to groom and what it takes to keep a Show dog and coat in show condition. And for that feeling of true accomplishment when you have a beautifully groomed dog, that goes out and makes you feel proud!  Please take a moment to view the Lazy Mountain Kennels - Cocker Page...