{"id":75,"date":"2023-08-13T21:31:29","date_gmt":"2023-08-13T21:31:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sofilahavanese.com\/?page_id=75"},"modified":"2024-08-06T18:47:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-06T18:47:26","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sofilahavanese.com\/index.php\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Me"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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My name is Sandi Kubler. I live in upstate NY. I am a breeder and enthusiast of all things Havanese.<\/h4>\n

I remember when I saw my first picture of a Havanese, I was hooked! Back then the cost was not affordable. But I knew I was destined to have one.\u00a0As time passed, I kept checking for a breeder that was relatively close to us, or at least within a day’s drive. We had a long-haired chihuahua rescue and two Champion Bichon Frise at home that I doted on. More years and searches passed before I found the perfect breeder for us…<\/p>\n

I have lived in New York State almost all of my life. This is where I bred many beautiful, healthy Bichons for many years.<\/p>\n

In 2008 my husband retired early and we (I<\/strong>) decided that we should move to the Carolinas…….It’ll be warmer, I said<\/strong><\/em>. The kids and grandkids can visit, I said<\/strong><\/em>. We can stay in touch with family and friends by phone,\u00a0I\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>said<\/strong><\/em>. No more fall leaves to rake or snow to blow, I said<\/em><\/strong>. It will be so great, I said<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n

It wasn’t!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Family and friends had jobs, and children had school and sporting commitments. If one parent was on vacation, the other had to work. Seeing everyone at the holidays via Facetime or Skype wasn’t the same. Mailing gifts was not the same as watching them open them in person. Weddings, birthdays, and even funerals happened as events and time passed by.<\/p>\n

Along came Hurricane Florence! We had to rebuild our home. Then, like a miracle, the housing market boomed back. We immediately sold and came back to New York where the seasons change, the snow glistens, the hills provide winding country roads, and family and friends can gather!!<\/p>\n

Enter Maggie, the girl who started it all…<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2019 we brought Maggie May, a little black and tan beauty into our family. Maggie was such a delightful ball of energy. She was smart, funny, and sassy all at the same time. She was a cuddle bug and a sock thief!<\/p>\n

\"This This is our adorable Maggie playing keep-away with Dad’s socks.<\/p>\n

Dooley…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Next came our male, Paz Amor Talk Of The Town<\/strong>, aka Dooley. He was the cutest little blonde fur-ball with a large black nose peeking out from all that fur. Dooley was a quiet boy. He wanted to be close to me at all times. He was all hair with a little puppy underneath!<\/p>\n

\"Dooley Dooley 10 weeks old<\/p>\n

Dooley was the best puppy ever! He was the calmest pup I’ve ever had. He didn’t even bark until he was six months old! In handling class, everyone admired how laid-back he was and unanimously agreed that he would finish fast.<\/p>\n

Dooley got his Champion status at eight months of age.<\/p>\n

\"Dooley, Dooley, four months old, learning the basics. Handling class is hard on a puppy!<\/p>\n

Mena…<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dooley was a wonderful boy and took showing in stride. I enjoyed my time raising and showing him so much that we added Mena, aka Paz Amor Walking the Catwalk to Nauti<\/strong>. Because of her outstanding genetics and structure, I am hoping she will become my foundation bitch.<\/p>\n

Mena is a glossy, jet-black, glorious girl. Her beautiful structure shows whether in motion or standing still.<\/p>\n

She immediately became the boss of the pack. She dominated and stood out in every aspect…<\/p>\n

\"Mena, Mena, 12 weeks old. Showing off her natural stack as she stares down the nearby bunnies.<\/p>\n

She is so intelligent that she breezed through her first puzzle at ten weeks old. She conquered ALL of the puzzles I bought for her, even the one for expert dogs, by the time she was five months old!<\/p>\n

Mena is currently in the show ring, competing for her championship. When she obtains her title, Mena and Dooley will undergo the health testing per the OFA guidelines. Their test results will be listed with OFA and be available to the public.<\/p>\n

Updates on Mena’s progress will be posted under the Available Puppies section.<\/p>\n

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My name is Sandi Kubler. I live in upstate NY. I am a breeder and enthusiast of all things Havanese. I remember when I saw my first picture of a Havanese, I was hooked! Back then the cost was not affordable. But I knew I was destined to have one. As time passed, I kept … <\/p>\n

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