Standing at stud is "The Lone Stranger" - AQHA and eligible for the Foundation Quarter Horse Registry. He is sired by "The Blonde Stranger" going back to such greats as Sir Colonel, Quincy Dan, Skipper W, Poco Bueno, Three Bars and King (P234)

His dam is Doc Sandy Barrett who goes back to the great Doc Bar both top and bottom, Dixie Chick, Poco Bueno, Leo and King (P234) to mention only a few. "Newt" as he is affectionately known was born in 1993 and stands 15'1"

Newt instils his wonderful disposition to all his offspring, making them easy to handle and very quick learners for all tasks.

His stud fee for 2010 is $500, discounted for two or more mares or grades.

We have young stock available for sale at all times and visitors are welcome (by appointment).  Check out the pictures and pedigrees found on the Horses page.

The Rainbow Bridge 

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, 
that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. 
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends
so they can run and play together. 
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. 
Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, 
just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; 
they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. 

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops
and looks into the distance. 
His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, 
flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. 
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, 
you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. 
The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, 
and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, 
so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. 
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

The dogs all have the inherited "cattle" sense. Many of our pups have gone on to be top ranch dogs. An equal number are selected as pet stock to simply be family buddies. Either way they'll win your heart. We have worked with both Riley and Maggie in agility and fly ball activities and they caught on very quickly and had a ball! (pardon the pun!) If you'd like more information on this wonderful sport for you and your dog, check out Alakazam, or Dog-Play/agility. An excellent source of information on Blue Heelers is Australian Cattle Dogs.

Our special girl, Blustarmax Quicktrick (Jeddah) and the late (Blustarmax Justhetrick (Sheila) from Blustarmax ACDs - Lisa and Michael Maxwell of Caloundra, Queensland, Australia proved themselves to be wonderful additions to our exisiting family of Maggie and Riley (not to mention all the equine members).

Progress reports from our first litters from these girls indicate the pups are doing very well and we have some very happy families learning the magic of this breed.  To see what people are saying, click here.

Great Site to chat about ACD's and find out first hand from other owners

Price for our pups is $500 - $850 which includes 1st shots and worming. A $100 deposit will hold the pup of your choice. If paying by cheque, the cheques are held until the litter is born, at which time notification is sent out and you can confirm if you wish to take a pup from that litter.  Pups are reserved in the order of deposit received. We're in the Kamloops area and when the pups are ready we will make one delivery run to the Coast to deliver pups when they are ready to go at no additional charge.

We sadly said goodbye to our buddy Riley February 28 - he passed quietly with us at his side - after a very full life - he will be missed by us all but in particular his partner Jeddah and his buddy Newt.  He and Newt spent many hours together developing a great game of tag that would keep them occupied for hours. Sure miss your waggly tail, bud!

Blustarmax Justhetrick (Sheila)  2004-2007

In memory of a very special girl - you have left us far too soon, but we'll see you again someday - wait for us by the Rainbow Bridge - we know you'll be watching!  I long  to feel your body pressed against my leg as I walk down to feed the horses.  Miss you my sweet Gump.