Fox Hill Farm & K9

12/07/2024

For our dogsport friends!

Some news from FMBB! 📰

12/05/2024

I’m still in denial, but reportedly it snowed today in Amesbury. ❄️

12/03/2024

Preliminary evaluation X rays complete for Fox Hill’s Barracuda, recovery still underway. 😴💤

12/03/2024

Howie has hip & elbow x rays today! All of our breeding dogs must pass DNA clearance of inheritable diseases along with OFA or Euro ortho clearance.

12/01/2024

Our furry metal detector
“Jagger de la Frisone Liberte”

11/30/2024

Dogs thrive on consistency and clarity. By keeping things “black and white”, clearly defining what is acceptable and what is not, we help them understand our expectations. Dogs don’t grasp nuance or gray areas; they learn best through clear communication, consistent rules, and predictable consequences.

When we establish firm boundaries and reinforce good behavior with positive training techniques, dogs feel secure and confident. This clarity helps them become well-mannered companions who are a joy to live with.

Photo courtesy of Mary Kay & Brian Whelan & “Indy”, one of our recent graduates who is thriving at home.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

11/23/2024

Weekends are for car rides on the farm.

11/21/2024

November has been the month of golden retrievers! 6 this month! 🐾 They’re such a joy to train.

11/05/2024

10/30/2024

We miss this guy…Marc Field, one of the good guys and trainers. Someday we hope to see you back out on the field!

10/25/2024

Brigitte and Andy Deitz joined by their children & Pote Hibex.
American Working Malinois Association - AWMA IGP National Championship. Easton, Maryland, USA.

10/24/2024

We are seeking a forever home for a beautiful young female Belgian Malinois. She is full of energy, intelligence, and love, and would be the perfect addition to an active household that can meet her needs. Please PM if interested! I think she would love dock diving, search and rescue, agility, or detection!

10/23/2024

Love walking down to the kennel in the Fall.

10/17/2024

Dear Kayla, I hope you don’t mind that I stole this photo from your insta for this shout out post. Where do I even begin? For almost eight years, Kayla has been the backbone of our business, holding the fort down in every possible way, especially when we are away. From managing the day-to-day chaos to tackling unexpected challenges with grace, Kayla handles it all effortlessly.

Her dedication, hard work, and attention to detail keep everything running smoothly—and I can’t imagine how we’d manage without her. Whether it’s managing the animal care, training dogs, taking care of our clients, or solving problems before they even arise, she does it all with a smile and a level of professionalism that sets her apart.

Kayla, you are the heart of this operation. Your reliability, patience, and commitment make all the difference, and we are so lucky to have you. Thank you for your loyalty, hard work, and everything you do behind the scenes (and in front!) to keep things on track. You are truly the best, and we appreciate you more than words can say!

10/17/2024

Dear Kayla, I hope you don’t mind that I stole this photo from your insta for this shout out post. Where do I even begin? For almost eight years, Kayla has been the backbone of our business, holding the fort down in every possible way, especially when we are away. From managing the day-to-day chaos to tackling unexpected challenges with grace, Kayla handles it all effortlessly.

Her dedication, hard work, and attention to detail keep everything running smoothly—and I can’t imagine how we’d manage without her. Whether it’s managing the animal care, training dogs, taking care of our clients, or solving problems before they even arise, she does it all with a smile and a level of professionalism that sets her apart.

Kayla, you are the heart of this operation. Your reliability, patience, and commitment make all the difference, and we are so lucky to have you. Thank you for your loyalty, hard work, and everything you do behind the scenes (and in front!) to keep things on track. You are truly the best, and we appreciate you more than words can say!

10/15/2024

I will treasure this photo forever, thank you Andy😘. IGP2 completed with my wild and crazy guy, Mr Potato Head🥔🤪. I was seriously considering pulling once I had the chance to test our tracking skills on sod; they were sub par at best. I reached out to my friend Troy Casey in a panic, and he guided me back to where we needed to be with our training. I didn’t have much time, but we were grinding. I was training 4 tracks a day leading up to this event. I realized how many holes were in my foundation. Sod is humbling when you can’t see a single footprint.

I owe so much to my team for giving me the opportunity to train and love on this amazing dog who comes out ready to give his all every single set. I am forever grateful that Misia and Andrea gifted me this boy at a time in my life where I thought I may never compete again. Most of you know, but not all, that I was very sick in Greece at the World Championship. We all caught a virus that caused a serious laryngitis and unfortunately it really got me. I developed nerve damage in my larynx and still struggle with neuralgia pain every day. Just when I thought life couldn’t get any harder, I was diagnosed with lentigo melanoma skin cancer on my face. I had a large part of my cheek removed in a slow Mohs surgery that summer. It was the hardest period of my life, and my best friend stood by me, supporting me, encouraging me, loving me and being the best father to our beautiful Emma.

I admit, I felt a little silly about stepping up onto the podium for a photo given we were only competing with one other IGP2 team. But for me, it wasn’t just about our scores, it was about the personal victory of getting here, a place I never imagined over the last few years.

I cannot convey how fortunate I feel everyday to live this life with my best friend, who I love so deeply. 😘 Andy you are the best and I love so much that you took this photograph on top of it all.

To everyone who believes in us, and supports us, I couldn’t have done it without you. Every small and large gesture of kindness has helped me pull through the hardest of days. I got here because of all of you, thank you, from the bottom of my heart.
~Brigitte

10/15/2024

Me & my bestie 🫶🏻🐾