Skye is Pat's third Candle Hill Shepherd, and his second Candle Hill Shepherd Therapy Dog. Pat is a loving owner and a natural when it comes to bringing the best out in dogs. Very excited for you, Pat, as I know you wanted to continue in the service which you and Tripoli had been doing.

You all sometimes ask for some very specific characteristics when you come to us for a puppy. It makes me so happy when one of our pups fulfills her mission!

Thank you, Pat, for sharing this awesome update!

Pat adds, "I clearly remember a friend of Elizabeth’s say at testing time that Skye is going to be a therapy dog!"

He continues, "The person that runs the Des Moines obedience club commented that she is a very high drive Shepherd that can calm down at a moments notice! Love working with her:)"

Pat, that is the ideal combination that we aim for: high drive to be fun, but able to calm to be manageable to live with. Your training helps to bring out the best in her. Beautiful to see!