About UsA little bit about us personally and our family life.
We live in a 1940's cottage on a decent sized block in suburbia on the Southside of Brisbane in Qld. The dream is to move to acreage where the dogs can run and play all day (and bark without worrying the neighbours lol). Our house currently consists of 6 dogs; 4 Lapphunds, a Cocker Spaniel and a Golden Retriever. Amelia (Millie), the spaniel, is definitely head of the household- Queen Bee. The Golden, Jasper (Jaz), is our BIG clown (with the nickname "Chonk"). He's a sensitive soul with sweetest disposition. A few less brain cells than the working dogs but always brings a smile to our faces. The Lappies all have their individual quirks. Gryffindor (Griff) is just like his name sake courageous and just the "goodest" boy. He loves food, people and but most of all his BALL. Ollivander (Olli) is our black sheep. He's a bit strange at times, hiding around corners and sneaking around, which is how he earnt the nickname "Creeper". He's also our snuggle bug who'll take any chance for a scritch. Ariana (Ari) is our little firecracker. She's energetic and full of life. She'll give anything a go with 110% and so willing to please. Ball-mad and food driven just like her father Griff. The youngest, Bloom, is an old soul. She's soft and sweet, but definitely a pimadonna princess at times. She knows she's a stunner and thinks she should be the star of the show; demanding all attention and admiration. Now the humans; I'm Brianna and my fiancé is Liam. We both grew up in the same suburb, went to the same primary school, caught the same bus, had similar friend groups, went to the same high school, but didn't "get together" til our 20s. I was already showing and very much involved in the "Dog World" when we met. We both adore dogs, so it didn't take much convincing to convert Liam to the dog enthusiast lifestyle as well. Our dog's are our family and a huge piece of our lives; almost every decision we make revolves around them. Outside of dogs (I know, hard to believe it exists) Liam runs a successful painting business, but has a passion and natural talent for music production. He records and produces his own music. We both share a love for heavy metal and alternative rock genres. I work as a dog groomer as my "daily" job and previously ran my own successful grooming business. I now work in my own one-on-one salon from our local vets. I'm a fairly creative person so I love to apply some creativity to my grooming work (colour, asian fusion styles, etc.). In 2020 I completed my Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences with my primary focus on animal sciences and anatomy/physiology. In 2021 I worked in research with Dr Andrew Baker of the Baker Mammal Ecology Lab into antechinus odour detection by conservation detection dogs. I have a passion for wildlife conservation, however may venture into Veterinary Sciences in the future. Only time will tell. When we aren't showing or competing in dogs sports we're often away camping, hiking and exploring the great outdoors with our dogs. |