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Hugs for a special family member. Flame has enjoyed reading with the kids at Columbus Public Library, although if the child owns a cat she has to smell them all over. Apparently she isn't sure cats are safe!
Laurie also volunteers at a local church school (22 students and 2 teachers) and Flame gets to come to school with her sometimes. She loves recess!
The quicker I fetch it, The kids throw the ball for her endlessly. True to her breed’s strong hunting instincts, perhaps chasing the ball reminds her of hunting birds, her absolute favorite activity.
Books about Gordon Setters include: Gabriel the Gordian Angel, by Jean Sievert
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A wonderful ambassador for Gordon Setters, Flame proves it is absolutely possible to be beautiful, smart, friendly, and kind all in one package.
Flame proudly poses for her photo op. Gordon Setters were popular among hunters in Scotland as early as the 17th century. Originally bred as a personal bird dog, they now also excel as family companions, obedience competitors, show dogs, and, as Flame shows us, therapy dogs.
Flame is both an outstanding show dog and a wonderful therapy dog. She is an AKC (American Kennel Club) and UKC (United Kennel Club) champion and has her Junior Hunter title and a Rally Novice title. A Grand Champion as of September 2011, her full name is GRCH U-CH Glen Oaks' Afterglow o' Amethyst RN JH CGC TDInc R.E.A.D. Flame’s owner, Laurie, reports they are also working on her CD (Companion Dog) title.
Flame displays the "alert and confident" Some characteristics of Gordons described by the AKC are that the breed is alert, intelligent, affectionate, loyal, and thrive in a loving environment. Lucky for Flame, she lives in a family with three children.
Flame is happy with both Laurie says Flame loves babies of all shapes, sizes, and species, and that she adores youngsters. She was also a super momma dog, having had 2 litters for a total of 22 puppies. Look at the smile on her face showing off her daughter Q.
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