Maybe a little late coming to the Coverdog World on social media but I will once again thank Greg Blair and Purina for this recognition. Max had a good career and is now enjoying retirement with some bird hunting mixed in. While it would have been nice to receive this award personally, it was only fitting that John Stolgitis accept this award for me. Max's success is more of a result of Chasehill Kennel,John and Jill Stolgitis than my abilities. While it was timing that I was able to pick Max, it was John guidance and contagious desire to have top dog(s) is what drove this bus. It was John and Jill opening up their home and helping me along the path of success with Max. Lessons learn, some hard (until you train with John, you have no idea) some not so bad. It is yet to be determined if I will have another Max like dog but either way, I have gained great friends in John and Jill. Thank's to everyone else who has pitched in a long the way. Very much appreciated.

Cheers to a Happy New Year and success in the coming year!

Russell