Ivybar Titus's Lil Bitsey

19/10/2024

19/10/2024

Bitsey and her babies.

11/07/2024

This girl just amazes me so much.

29/04/2024

Dear Daddy Titus, this is your Lil Bitsey girl. Had a really fun weekend struting what you and Mama Addie gave me. I went and competed in the International All Breed Dog Show in Minnesota. I won the whole herding class. I also finished my International, National, and Honors Title. I hope I made you proud.

16/04/2024

Addie MY Heart. You will never be forgotten. I responded six years ago to a young lady who could not keep her nine-month-old AKC rough collie. I was able to adopt her with the idea of training her to serve another lucky person, but soon after that adoption, I realized how special she was. At first, the only thing Addie had on board was going potty outdoors and the security of her kennel.
I started by teaching her the name I was going to call her. Next came the rudimentary skills of Canine Good Citizen, which included sit, down, heal, and recall. Within a month, at ten months of age, she had her CGC title. Her willingness to learn and kind disposition quickly earned her a secure spot in my pack.
Addie has shown many behaviors that are second nature to her. She is very even-tempered and well-adjusted with all she meets. Her desire to learn is enviable at best. She has trailed me on my horse and shows promise of scent work.
The most notable attribute that Addie has given our family was when she delivered nine beautiful puppies from Titus, an SCPS stud owned by Denise Maher. Because of this union, I have developed a lifelong friend in Denise, but I also now have Lil Bitsey, who has accomplished so much, including an International Title.
I know many of you have given forever homes to some pups who were rehomed. Addie came into our home without knowing my life would be forever changed.
Addie is rarely acknowledged for how special she is. She is now a grandmother; however, the owner of the puppy I bred and raised rarely reaches out to me, nor has that person understood where her dog got many of its talents, which is unfortunate. I want to acknowledge Alexis Naomi Stroesser, who bred Addie, so perhaps people know a little about Addie.
Many dogs out there need a home and a second chance to show what they are capable of. Addie, you are never forgotten and will always have a special place in my heart.

18/03/2024

The golden girls Bits and Rhea from Sundance Scottish Colleys enjoying a beautiful March day.

15/01/2024

Winter Wyoming Wonderland

06/11/2023

My Dearest Bitsey. Will be home soon. Hope Duckie makes you feel better.

26/09/2023

Happy Daughter’s Day, Sarah Mcatee and Daughter-In -Day, Nicolette Freitas-McAtee. You both are wonderful young women. May your day be filled with Joy

03/08/2023

I need therapy, that is my Therapy Dog Touch. Both of my girls, are registered Therapy Dogs as of today!!!! Thank you Laurie Schwabauer from Alliance of Therapy Dogs for doing the three test sessions.
Sage and Lil Bitsey are excited to interact with people around who could use the canine touch.

25/07/2023

This year I entered the county fair for the first time showing with my Sheltie, Sage, and Scottish Collie, Lil Bit. We did confirmation, obedience and rally class. We have some proud dogs and me, I am proud of their efforts.

08/03/2023

Bitsey’s eyes keep changing. She now looks like she has black eyeliner. Such a Cosmopolitan girl. We are looking for a clear stud for one breeding. We plan to go wherever the best stud is for this special opportunity.

04/02/2023

Bitsey’s genetic diversity test from UC Davis came back great. Her preliminary’s hip and elbows are in evaluation stage however the vet said she is tentatively good on one hip then excellent on all other. Her heart and vitals are great and her condition is appropriate for a breeding.
Now to match her up with genetic data and genetically clear male.
Seven people already on waiting list which is very important to me.

28/01/2023

Such a fun photo bomb day in the snow.

05/12/2022

Some more Scottish Christmas cuteness. Happy Holidays to all.

28/09/2022

My Ivybarr Titus’ Lil Bitsey puppy that I raised last summer just received her recognition into the Scottish Collie Preservation Scottish-Collie Preservation Society. For all who don’t know about this breed of collie, your Lassie came from this breed. They are a working breed that are kind, intelligent but perfect for the family.
Next summer I will do one and only breeding with Bitsey so if interested, please get on the growing wait list.

18/08/2022

It is time to start thinking of registering your Titus/Addie puppy with SCPS. Please go SCPS website and fill application with necessary pictures of your dog.
Again I hope all is well.

Love Addie and Miss Bits.