Rainier Hunt Classic XV & XVI

You are invited to attend the Rainier Hunt Classic being held August 14th and 15th, 2010 at Sweetgrass Farm. It is a Jack Russell Terrier Club of America (JRTCA) sanctioned trial and includes judges from as far away as England and Maryland. Even if you're not a member of the JRTCA, you can enjoy the multitude of non-sanctioned classes we'll be having. Some of the events include Conformation, Racing, Go-To-Ground, Super Earth, Lure Coursing, as well as Trailing Locating. We'll also be having Colored Terrier classes. Saturday night's festivities include a Salmon BBQ, Silent Auction, and Karaoke (participation is not mandatory). We'll have raffles throughout the weekend to benefit Russell Rescue and the Tri-State Jack Russell Terrier Club. Also happening over the weekend is the Abbottsford, British Columbia Air Show. We just happen to be in the flight path for this show, so you can enjoy the Blue Angels and the Snow Birds, while having fun with your terriers!! There is dry camping on site (no charge). For further information, you can go to www.therealjackrussell.com and look under "Trial Information". Hope to see you there!!

Canine Eye Registration Foundation

One of the most prevalent genetic problems with Jack Russell Terriers are eye problems. Any reputable breeder will have their terriers CERF'd (Canine Eye Registration Foundation) yearly and should be able to show you those results upon request. If they don't, you as a buyer should run as fast as you can the other way! I am very happy to report that all the Sweetgrass terriers used for breeding purposes passed their yearly CERF exams. Hallelujah!