by Pia Forsman | Jun 1, 2025 | Agility
Back to the Agility Ring After 17 Years – with a Lhasa Apso in Heat! I started agility back in the late 1990s with my Chinese Crested Powder Puff, Iiro. But it was my white poodles, Viivi (medium) and Ville (miniature), that really got me into the competition scene....
by Pia Forsman | May 21, 2025 | Everyday life at Yarmilan kennel
Why Dog Shows Are My Passion – and Why I Recommend Them to Puppy Owners Dog shows have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up surrounded by Borzois and Tibetan Terriers, as my mother was a passionate breeder and exhibitor. When I turned ten, I...
by Pia Forsman | Apr 23, 2025 | Breeding, Dogs & puppies
Should I Consider a Co-Ownership Dog? If you’ve ever been offered a co-ownership puppy (also known as a puppy placed under breeding terms), you may have wondered what it really means — and why breeders sometimes choose this path. Let me explain why breeders like...
by Pia Forsman | Mar 27, 2025 | Everyday life at Yarmilan kennel
Living with Lhasa Apsos Joyful Companions and Their Unique Care Needs Lhasa Apsos are charming little dogs that bring joy and companionship into any household. These spirited canines are easy to take along wherever you go, thanks to their manageable size and cheerful...
by Pia Forsman | Oct 25, 2024 | Showing & grooming
How to prepare for dog shows Today, I thought I’d write about how we prepare for dog shows. I want to divide the preparation into two parts: general maintenance and specific preparations for the show. The truth is, you can’t just wave a magic wand over...
