Katura Boys
K'S Smokey N The Bandit By Beau
BoBandit
Breeders: Kathryn Concannon/C.Ctanley Owners: Kathryn Concannon Whelped: February 1. 2007
Sire:
Dam:Uk BIS/Am CH Rossimon By The Boss Aom Rom
Int/Am Ch Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC
Owners: Kathryn Concannon OFA: AK-EL2108 (Normal) CERF: Thyroid: AK-TH294 (Normal MSU)
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. But make no mistake this gentle giant is a true Akita. He is a joy to own and live with!
2/RWD back to back at the Lakeland Winter Haven Kennel Club February 18-19, 2012, handled by Sammi for the first time. Thank you Judges Mrs.Terrie Breen and Mrs. Lee Canalizo for this placement!
1/W/BOW at the Strawberry Cluster in Lakeland FL. A big thank you Judge James Taylor and Mike Haas who handled BoBandit!
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!.
3 pt major RWD on Sat, November 12, 2010 at the Hernando Kennel Club! Thank you Judge Patricia Gilliard!
1/W for his first point at the Orlando Cluster 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.
K's Kenji Kumamoto CGC
Registered Service Dog
Kuma
Kuma earned his Canine Good Citizen title at the St. Petersburg Dog Show held in Tampa on June 13, 2015. So proud of my boy, first time at a dog show and he was a complete gentleman amazed at everything! He is out of Nikko's last litter with Hagrid (Ch Tamarlane's The Sorcerer's Apprentice. Kuma is litter mate to K's Nomad Luna RN CGC, owned by James W, K's The Apprentice's Daughter at Katura CGC ,"Abbey" and IntCh K's Dream Chasin' With The Apprentice at Katura CGC, "Aimee". Kuma is a very happy, amazing boy! He is always right by my side. You definitely feel safe with this boy! Kuma is now a Registered Service Dog.
Breeders: Kathryn Concannon Owners: Kathryn Concannon/Katura Kennels Whelped: September 12, 2008
SIRE:
CH Tamarlane's The Sorcerer's
ApprenticeDAM: Int/Am CH Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC
From Our Past
K's Nomad Luna RN CGC
Atlas
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.
Breeders: Kathryn Concannon Owners: James W Whelped: September 12, 2008
SIRE:
CH Tamarlane's The Sorcerer's
ApprenticeDAM: Int/Am CH Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC
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.
Check the Pic/Vid link on the web site and click on the 2010, 2011, 2012 SRR Photos to see more photos of Atlas. Look close to spot him as he blends in with the raft! Awesome photos!
Atlas has traveled with his new owner James in Arizona, California and Mexico. He has hiked, explored and even swam 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 with his rafting company.
- Qualified for his RN Title at 8 mos old at the Durango Kennel Club Shows in Cortez, CO on May 15!
- Earned 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.
- 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 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! He placed 2nd in his conformation class.
Atlas is a substantial 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." 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.
Atlas giving Hi-5 to all his fans!!
Atlas is shown below at 6 mos old with his former owner, Jason McCoy below. Jason had waited a very long time to own his first dog (over 30 years!). He had high expectations and goals set for Atlas who had the potential to meet every one of them. Unfortunately due to a tragic incident, Jason passed away on August 12, 2009 before he could attain all his goals. He had a great start training and exhibiting Atlas and 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 Jason designed.
K's Chill'd To The Maxximum
Am/Int CH Moonlight K's Nikko of Mikado CGC X BISS CH Breezewood Imarri HesTheMan
Maxx
10-21-2005 - 03-26-2012
Maxx was a sweetheart! He was Nikko's son from her first litter to BISS CH Breezewood Imarri HesTheMan. Maxx was a substantial typey male Akita with a wonderful temperament. We miss his sweet hugs and soft woowoo's and regret that he had limited showing.
Maxx won 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!
Breeders: Kathryn Concannon/C.Stanley Owners: Kathryn Concannon Whelped: October 25, 2005
59383 OFA: AK-13371G (Good) OFA: AK-EL 1699 (Normal) CERF: AK-4702 Thyroid: AK-TH 287 (Normal MSU)
