I was fortunate enough to finally obtain my "Golly" (Multi-Ch. Co-R’s Galway Bay O’Blu Max CD JH) offspring from Betty and Jarl Wathne of Madcap Irish Water Spaniels. I was invited to be present at the whelping of Breezer’s litter, which was my first. The little tank of a girl who came home with me taught me many lessons. Through Betty, I was fortunate to begin training with Sylvia Bishop. That relationship continues to this day. It was with Breezer that I learned many of the foundational skills necessary for long term obedience competition. She was my introduction to agility, earning an OA and an OAJ. She had two legs on a number of other levels. She earned two legs on her utility title, two legs on a Rally title. At the age of 11, it became apparent that she was no longer enjoying the work. Having learned the art of teamwork with Breezer, it isn’t possible to continue if both members’ hearts aren’t in it. So, we stopped. This was one of the hardest lessons I have learned in dog training.

Breezer was no slouch in the conformation ring. She was the Puppy Sweepstakes Winner at the 1995 specialty and her brother, Bramble the Best of Opposite. Everything with Breezer was a negotiation. Bred only once, she was recognized as a Top Producer by the IWSCA. She participated in a number of freestyle exhibitions. Her most memorable number was performed to a song by New Radicals entitled "You Get What You Give". I think the title sums up Breezer’s personality really well.