Rain was a confident, gentle dog with a solid working temperament. Rain was OFA Excellent out of a litter of all Excellent hips. Each of his parents were both an Obedience and Conformation Champion. Rain not only worked in tracking and obedience, but also competed in herding events. On sheep he showed nice natural balance, good stock sense and was highly biddable. He was a lovely dog of good type and a superior rear and topline. His excellent qualities complimented Maria quite well. The pedigree match looked very nice and we saw that reflected in the whelping box.

Maria is a very moderate dog in her overall structure with good type. She has an exceptionally nice shoulder and lovely length of neck. Her movement is lithe and graceful. She is OFA Hips Excellent. She has a great working temperament was an excellent mother.