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July 2026 Summer might have gotten a slow start, but its full speed ahead now! Heatwaves are happening all over...here in Helena as well!!! We love soaking up those long, glorious Big Sky sunny days, heading out to our favorite trails, swimming in our cold lakes, and enjoying every single minute of this beautiful weather - with our faithful dogs in tow. Because our summer season flies by so quickly, we are already keeping one eye on the horizon. We wanted to share a li

The Importance of Choosing the Right Breeder Recently, I had the chance to participate in a Masterclass for breeders. Before I began raising puppies, I never realized the extent of what is involved in the entire process of raising them! It requires a commitment to ongoing education, an openness to adapting to new methods, and a drive for constant improvement. This brings me to a fundamental question that came up in the class: What is the definition of a backyard breeder? I th