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Hoover
joined our family in May, 2000. Our internet search had led us to
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site of Pennijar Lancashire Heelers and Joan and Mark Smith. We spent a delightful weekend with
them and their Heelers. They showed us the beautiful English
countryside and introduced us to four generations of Hoover's
family. The
relationship that began when we arrived to meet them and Hoover
has grown over time. They
located our second Lancashire Heeler for us, and have a wealth of
knowledge about the breed that they are eager to share. Our
delight with this breed has been enhanced by knowing them. They
were a source of strength during Hoover's battle with illness and a
great comfort to us when we lost the little man that was much loved by
us all. They continue to be our dear friends.
Hoover was our first Lancashire Heeler, and the reason we were so taken
by the breed. Taken from us too soon as the result of a tragic
accident at only 4 1/2 years of age, Hoover was playful,
intelligent, loyal, devoted, confident, energetic, and breathtakingly
beautiful. He was the best brother to Gofer Sox and Pennie and
never lost his amazing sense of humor. He loved swimming, agility
and opera - Yes, opera! and his loss was felt by many in the US and
abroad. His legacy lives on as the first Lancashire
Heeler to be registered with the Foundation Stock Service of the
American Kennel Club, and his image is used by several producers of Lancashire Heeler items.
Our heartfelt thanks to Joan and Mark Smith of Pennijar Lancashire
Heelers and Pennijar Baby Spice, "Emma", for introducing us to
this delightful breed and for allowing Hoover to join our family. He was one in a million. There
never has been and never again will be a dog quite like Hoover. He is missed by all who knew and loved him.
   
  
  
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