Arista

Australian Terriers

We live in Aspen, CO and Vancouver, WA.  My husband Rick Crandall, is involved in many business ventures, which give me the time to enjoy, show and breed my dogs.  My son, Clayton, lives in Miami. He is involved in real estate and he enjoys triathlons and is a triathlon trainer.  My stepson Brett, lives in Bend, OR He works for Red Cross and is a major outdoor adventurer.

I adopted my first Aussie in early 2000 after waiting nearly a year for that wonderful puppy. I named her Emme and her boundless energy told me that she needed more of a playmate than I had time to offer. Misha arrived shortly after that. Emme became my first champion. It was quite clear that Emme preferred hiking to conformation and was quite adept at 14ers. (Climbing to 14,000 ft with my husband). She found the show ring a bore in comparison. We decided to see if she liked motherhood any better. Emme was bred to Ch. Ryba's Tom Foolery and produced 5 beautiful pups. Tory went on to be my first bred by Champion and I also finished Hunter very quickly. Hunter's offspring Brando, received a group placement(2006) carrying on the family name on both sides of his pedigree. Tory produced two beautiful female pups, Posh and Ellie (2007). She had one more litter producing, Rocky. Lizzie and Kiwi (2008). The legacy hopefully will continue.

Following Misha, I decided to get a male dog. My friend and mentor Tom Stallings helped me to select, "Tucker", Ch. Benayr Nessun Dorma. Tucker has always been my "heart" dog. Perhaps it's from all the shows we've done together, all the miles traveled and the sights we've seen, but we are forever bonded. His most important Championship is the one of my heart. He is currently one of just two Aussie to have won the big three, Westminster, Eukanuba and the National Specialty. (The only other dog to accomplish this, is our dog, Alfie). Tucker won, Westminster (twice), Eukanuba (once) and the National Specialty (once). He is the 2nd winningest Aussie of the millenium!!!!

My love for showing motivated me to look for another male dog to show after Tucker retired. Along came little Alfie. His quick brain had us all in stitches and he won everyone's heart. Beautiful as he is funny, determined and so full of life. Gabriel Rangel has had great success with Alfie.  Alfie received Best Of Breed at The World Show In Mexico, 2007. He won Westminster, once, the only time he went, Eukanuba once and The National Specialty, twice.

I had the good fortune of having three wonderful breeders entrust me with showing their puppies. Summit, Lenny and Ringo all came to me around Thanksgiving 2006. All three finished and received their championships. I got Indy in Jan. 2009 and he also completed his championship.

I've been able to import dogs from Finland with the hopes of bringing new bloodlines into the US. I've made wonderful friends in the breed.

Please enjoy your visit to my dogs personal pages.

I am one of the founder and newsletter editor of Australian Terrier International. ATI is an organization formed to unite the breeders and owners of Australian Terriers Internationally. Money raised goes to Canine Health Foundation a 501(c)3. ATI is most concerned with the education of Aussie owners and the health of our beloved breed. Please visit www.australianterrierinternational.com

I am a member having served two years on the Board of Australian Terrier Club of America (ATCA). I was chair of Ways and Means. I am a member of the The Australian Terrier Club of Colorado (ATCC). I served as Treasurer and Newsletter editor. I am also a member of the Roaring Fork Kennel Club and the Rocky Mountain All Terrier Club.

In my non dog life, I have served on the Board of The Aspen Art Museum (6 years), The Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (6 years), and I am a Founder and Board member of ACIH, Aspen Center for Integral Health (10 years).

I've enjoyed the company of dogs since my childhood and was raised with a cocker spaniel and a wire haired fox terrier. As an adult, I've shared my life with an Irish Setter, an English Mastiff and bred my first litter in 1989, the beautiful Abby, my Bichon Frise. I was also involved in the breeding of cats, Somali's, Maine coons and Bengals. I've owned,shown and trained horses in dressage. Those experiences have been an asset in my exhibition and breeding of dogs.

My dogs have brought so much to my life; not only in their companionship but the friends they have introduced me to. I am trying to reciprocate by giving back to the breed. In this quest I have made Australian Terrier health my focus. To view my dog Emme's contributions please visit the health challenge page and Emme's Hiking page.   Emme is 9 1/2 years old and going strong.

I could not imagine my life without animals and my Aussies bring me much joy.

For me, they are the perfect breed. They have fabulous personalities, they are very smart and they love to hike and they keep me on my toes.

If you are new to breed and have questions please feel free to contact me. Looking for a puppy or a retired champion, please contact me? We have puppies occasionally and if you need help finding your next Aussie, I am more than willing to help you. Let me know how I can help you enjoy this wonderful breed.

Please visit us here often as things are always happening and I hope to have lots of updates on my dogs & their careers.

Pamela Levy

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