It was a privilege for Larry
and I to know Leo and even more of a delight to
own two of his offspring who brought not only prestigious wins to us
but
love and devotion as family members. We own Am.Can
Ch. Heart Acres Wind
Line - "Wendy" and Am.Can.
Ch. Syrr Run's Omega Connemara - "Megan".
We know they were Leo's offspring
because he implanted many of his endearing
qualities in them!! They were energetic and playful puppies who adored
any
toy and now as they are mature adults they still have to have their
playful
hour in the morning. Like Leo, they loved to eat, it is the highlight
of
their day and also like Leo they do the "Leo Dance" before
every meal!!
Leo's temperament was of the highest caliber and he has passed that
on to
his get and now his grandchildren. He also never outgrew his fascination
with toys!
It was a spectator's delight
to see Leo in the ring. He obviously enjoyed
every minute of it and gave it his all - his big reward was the bait,
but we
always worried about the handler giving it to him as he took it with
more
than average enthusiasm! We only knew him in his senior years but he
must
have been a magnificent sight in his youth.
On several occasions both
Wendy and Megan had the distinct honour of being
chosen to go in the ring with Leo for "Stud and Get". Our
hearts would
burst with pride as we would see the three of them together. We thank
the
"Big Guy" for bringing so much joy into our lives. He has
had a lasting
impact on the Boxer breed and we will miss him.
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