March 2010 Puppy Match Photos

Cairn Terrier Puppy Match Photos

On a gorgeous first day of Spring at Karen and Jack Smith's lovely backyard dog ring we enjoyed lots of fun at the March Puppy Match. Click the link for photos.

Palm Springs Show This Weekend

One of the top dog shows of the year, the Palm Springs Kennel Club show, is being held this weekend, Jan. 9-10, 2010.

Not only is this a wonderful dog show, but it is a great event held in an absolutely beautiful spot at the nicest time of year, with awesome weather, views of the mountains and the wonderful high desert.

There are 14 Cairn terriers entered for both Saturday and Sunday.

Click here for the Saturday, Jan. 9, judging details and directions.

For the Sunday, Jan. 10 judging details and directions, click here.

Christmas Cheer: Cairn Pups and Santa

Thanks to CTCSC Treasurer Dennis Broderick for sending along these great shots of his Betty and her four new puppies with Santa.

In the photo, from left to right, are Vero (Veronica), Decker (Deck Boss), Ace (Rogue Wave) and Joi (Fat Girl). What a great shot!

The pups are with Mom Betty, shown in the second photo, where they were born in Oregon. Two pups are staying with the breeder, Marie Quarles, and two will be headed to new homes.

Mom Betty returns to Dennis on New Year's Eve.

Thanks for sharing these great shots, Dennis.

Riley and Lily On The Hunt

Thanks to Butch Wilson for this fun photo of Riley and recently passed Lily going "on the hunt'' during a walk. They have a Gecko, mouse or maybe a bird cornered in that rose bush.

Two centuries ago owners of small farms in Scotland prized their sturdy little working Cairn Terriers. Bred to rid their properties of vermin, these early Cairns would "go to ground" to hold or bolt otter, weasel and fox.

They worked in pairs or small packs and possessed great hunting instincts, focus and persistence. Such a working terrier was one of the farmers most prized possessions.

Many Cairns today participate in Earthdog competitions, and in agility and other activities. But everyday Cairn owners get a glimpse of the keen instincts when, out for a walk, their Cairns catch a scent, hear something scurrying around in the brush, and on the chase they go.

To find out more about Earthdogs, click here.

Join The Fun At Our Christmas Party Dec. 5

Save the date and don't be late! The CTCSC annual Christmas Party is being held on Saturday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. at Carol Roemer's house in Long Beach.

We'll enjoy spaghetti dinner and all the fixins, no need to shop for food, but desserts are welcomed. There's room for all, and any Cairns you might want to bring along.
Click here for a map, directions and more information.

This year we do encourage you to bring donations for a very worthy cause. Operation Santa Paws aids pets in Long Beach shelters. Click here to see how you can help an unfortunate dog, or even a cat! Hey, it's the holidays!

The Rescue Cairn That Starred With Sinatra

Everybody knows that a Cairn Terrier starred in one of the greatest movies of all time, "The Wizard of Oz.''

But did you know that a Cairn was rescued from a dog pound and ended up starring in the movie "Pal Joey'' with Frank Sinatra? The scruffy little Cairn even joined Sinatra at the movie's press preview.

You can see the Cairn in action in a few video clips. Just click here.