***BoBandit wins RWD at Akita Club of Tampa Bay Regional Specialty!! ** see information and BoBandit bel
***BoBandit wins 1/W/BOW at Strawberry Cluster in Lakeland !! Handled by Mike Haas
K's Chill'd To The Maxximum "Maxx"
| Breeders: | Kathryn Concannon/C.Stanley |
| Owners: | Kathryn Concannon/Katura Kennels |
| Whelped: | October 25, 2005 |
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| OFA: | AK-13371G (Good) |
| OFA: | AK-EL 1699 (Normal) |
| CERF: | AK-4702 |
| Thyroid: | AK-TH 287 (Normal MSU) |
Maxx takes RWD to his half brother BoBandit at the Orlando Cluster, June 19, 2009, owner handled. Thank you Judge Dr. Gerald M Mager for this win.
Maxx won 1/RWD at the Akita Club of Tampa Bay Specialty his first time out handled by his co-breeder Chris Stanley. Thank you Judge Beverly Vics for this win! Maxx went on to win back to back RWD at the Greater Venice Florida Dog Club, owner handled. Thank you Judges Dr. Eric Liebes and Linda I. Robey for these wins!
Maxx is a sweetheart! He is Ch Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado's son from her first litter, sire BISS CH Imarri HesTheMan. He is a substantial typey male Akita with a wonderful temperament. He has had limited showing, he was shown at the Tampa Bay Akita Club Specialty where he won RWD at 8 months old. He's been waiting for his turn in the ring. He will be shown with his half brother BoBandit on the Florida Circuit..
K's Smokey N The Bandit "BoBandit"
| Breeders: | Kathryn Concannon/C.Stanley |
| Owners: | Katura Kennels/Kathryn Concannon |
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| Thyroid: | AK-TH294 (Normal MSU) |
**Flash: BoBandit wins 1/W/BOW at the Strawberry Cluster in Lakeland FL. A big thank you to Mike Haas who handled BoBandit!
**FLASH: BoBandit wins back to back RWD at the Akita Club of Tampa Bay Specialty on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Thank you Judge Dr. Sophia Kaluzniacki for this win!. Goes on to win 3 pt major RWD on Sat, November 12, 2010 at the Hernando Kennel Club!!!! Thank you Judge Patricia Gilliard!
**FLASH: BoBandit wins 1/W for his first point at the Orlando Cluster on Friday, June 19,2009 handled by Mike Haas!!! Thank you Judge Dr. Gerald Mager!!!
**BoBandit finally made it into the show ring on Sunday, January 4, 2008 after four attempts that were not his doing. He placed third in the Open class at the Jacksonville Dog Fancier's Show. He had such a good time thinking all those dogs came to play with him! He had a hard time settling down but we did get to make it around the ring and to finish our class. He was admired by many of the spectators at the show!
BoBandit is one of a kind. He has a gorgeous head, beautiful facial markings and a temperament that is rarely seen in an Akita. He enjoys life and every creature he encounters is to be watched and studied and admired. He has not met a person that he has not liked, but make no mistake this gentle giant is a true Akita. He is a INT/ AM Ch Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC X UK BIS AM CH Rossimon by the Boss AOM ROM son. BoBandit is a replica of his sire not only in temperament and looks but with his sire's signature tail and movement. Look for BoBandit as he starts his show career with his half brother Maxx in 2010. BoBandit is owned by K. Concannon/ Katura Kennels. Photo done by Linda Logan of Kiseki Akitas.
K's Nomad Luna RN CGC
"Atlas"
Atlas rides white water with Cassie and Averi during 2010 season. It takes a very sound dog to ride a raft in whitewater, one that is confident in not only himself but in his owner and trainers. Great Job James!
Atlas rides as mascot in raft during 2010 season. Atlas is a prime example of what we are achieving with our breedings. Akitas that are very sound, of good temperament that can become part of their owners lives in whatever area they wish to train them; conformation, obedience, therapy, service and be wonderful companions as well.
2009 season Atlas learns to ride the rafts with Cassie.
We no longer co-own Atlas but we continue to be very proud of this young boy and his breeding. His new owner is doing a fantastic job with him. We will continue to update his activities for the many fans that Atlas has.
Atlas is now retired from the the show and performance rings and has a new career as the mascot/guide for James' rafting company RaftTheSalt giving raft tours on the Salt River in AZ. He is shown in the photo above in one of the rafts.
Check the Pic/Vid link on the web site and click on the 2010 SRR Photos to see more photos. Click on the video "What Salt River Rafting is All About" for a fascinating raft ride and yes that is an Akita in the raft. She was James' longcoat Akita, Osa, who he had for 13 years. She went everywhere with him and was a wonderful ambassador for the breed.
**Atlas has been traveling with his new owner James in Arizona, California and Mexico. He has been hiking, exploring and even went swimming in the Pacific Ocean! He lives in Colorado and travels with his new owner James who is an avid hiker and is involved with many outdoor activities.
We are very proud of this young boy and what he has accomplished in such a short time with his former owner Jason McCoy.
**Atlas qualified for his RN Title at 8 mos old at the Durango Kennel Club Shows in Cortez, CO on May 15!!!!
**Atlas earns CGC Title Friday at the LOEAC ACA Specialty!!! He finished 1st in his class in the Sweepstakes and 2nd in class in the regular classes, first time in the ring!! Atlas was handled by Chris Stanley in conformation and owner Jason handled him for the CGC.
**Atlas earned another qualifying score in Rally on Sunday. He needs one more to earn his RN Title!! He finished 2nd in his class all three days in conformation!!
**Atlas continued on with placing 4th in Rally on Sat He actually tied for 3rd place but was a few seconds slower so it went to the other team. Baby Atlas was up there with 3 older Aussies, did us proud!!! Way to go Team Atlas!!! He placed 2nd in his conformation class.
"Atlas" is a substanial boy with a ton of potential for a show career, Obedience, Agility and Therapy work. He has a fantastic temperament and at a young age was showing himself to be a "Champ." Atlas is out of the breeding between Ch Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC and Ch Tarmalane's The Sorcerer's Apprentice. He was trained by his owner Jason and handled by Chris Stanley. Atlas was co-owned with Jason McCoy and K. Concannon/ Katura Kennels. He is shown here at 4 mos old.
He earned his S.T.A.R. award at 8 months old with his owner Jason. Atlas made his show debut at the Akita Club of America Specialty in Albuquerque NM on May 8-10 2009 and the Cortez CO shows May 15-17, 2009. He competed in comformation ( handled by Chris Stanley), Rally/ Obedience, (handled by owner Jason McCoy) and earned his CGC title. He is shown giving his Hi-5 to all his fans!!
***Atlas is shown below at 6 mos old with Jason McCoy who had waited a very long time to own his first dog (over 30 years!). Jason had high expectations and goals set for Atlas who has the potential to meet every one of them. Unfortunately due to a tragic incident, Jason passed away on August 12, 2009. He had a great start training and exhibiting Atlas and he will be missed very much as part of Team Atlas. He set a good foundation for Atlas' training and will be remembered fondly for what he had accomplished with him.
March 8, 1976 - August 12, 2009
Below is Atlas' Pedigree that was designed by Jason.
