The HDA Trophy Arrives in Utah!

Hello DK members, Darwin here.

Today was super exciting! My mom rushed in the door carrying a large package and said that it was for me! I wanted to open it right away but she started complaining about lighting in our apartment and how we had to go outside. Honestly all I really paid attention to was "outside" I love outside! Once we went outside, she laid down a blanket to sit on and got out her camera. UGH, I hate when she takes out her camera! What was she thinking anyways, trying to do a photo shoot while I had a package to open. To exact my revenge, I decided to be very uncooperative and not sit still for photos. Tee hee! What I found inside was awesome!

Me and my package.

Hmmm... are those treats I smell? And the faint hint of... Doodle?

At this point, my excitement about the tissue paper, the doodle smell, and the possible treats overwhelmed me. I had to burn off a little energy by shredding the paper and bubble wrap. I mean, I'm a dog. Come on. I can't help it.

Ahem. After that was over I was able to focus. And boy am I glad I did, the box held all sorts of goodies!

Inside were postcards from MN, playing cards, a MN twins shirt fo my mom, with a matching collar for me, some yummy smelling food items that my mom said I couldn't have (I will have to beg for these later), a squeaky toy, a squeaky tennis ball, yummy treats for me... and...

The HDA trophy! It had lots of interesting smells and nose prints on it.

Then, just as I was ready to go play with my toys and eat my treats, my mom said I had to take a picture with her. WHAT? After sitting through all of those other pictures? I renewed my resolve to not look at the camera and try to get away. Usually this tactic makes her give up quicker.

The weather was on my side, it was super windy and my dad couldn't get any decent pictures of us. I made sure that if she was making a nice face, I was not in the picture, and whenever she was making a silly/weird face, I sat perfectly still. I'm clearly a genius, here are the silly looking results. These are actually the better ones... HA HA! You can even see me laughing in the last photo.

Even though my mom is annoying with her camera, she's actually pretty cool. She gives me lots of pets and treats and I am a fan of that. :-) I am going to have to say goodbye now, there is a squeaky tennis ball calling my name...

Note from Camilla: Wow, what an honor to receive the esteemed HDA award. I am so glad that in August of 2009, I went searching for an answer about Goldendoodle grooming. I stumbled across DK, and the rest is history! I have spent an outrageous amount of time on this site, and I don't regret a minute of it! I've learned so much, and made so many great friends. And a huge thanks to my adorable, goofy and sometimes naughty doodle, Darwin. I'm convinced he's the best dog on the planet, and I love him so much!

To learn how you can receive the HDA trophy, look HERE

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Permalink Reply by Nancie & Gracie Doodle on March 21, 2011 at 8:51pm

Congratulations Camilla and Darwin. Welcome to the CLUB! I know just how excited you were. I did the same thing when our box arrived and we did a lot of the same photos! It was so much fun. Too bad it only happens once...darn. You deserve it and I am so happy you received it from Catlin and Albus...how cool is that!!! Hugs to you both and enjoy the trophy. See if you can find Gracie Doodle's nose print on it...lol

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Permalink Reply by Jane, Rooney & Stuart on March 22, 2011 at 12:52am

How totally cool, congratulations to you both! Extra special since you got it from Catlin and Albus - boy they didn't waste any time did they! I just adore all of your photos, specially the top one of Darwin and "his" box, too darn cute with his paw on it!

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Permalink Reply by Clifford, Cloud, Jake..and Kim on March 22, 2011 at 1:50am

Darwin - bet you didn't know when you were getting your haircut it was for such a special occasion! You and your mom sure deserve this award! Congratulations to both of you.

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Permalink Reply by Lisa, Daisy & Dexter on March 22, 2011 at 5:00am

Wow, that was the fastest HDA trophy turnover ever!!!!

Congrats Camilla and Darwin - Double adorable in Utah!

The photos are GREAT in spite of Darwin's attempt to sabotage!

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Permalink Reply by Jane, Guinness and Murphy on March 22, 2011 at 5:24am

Welcome to the HDA Club, Camilla and Darwin! It's about time one of the "handsomest" Doodles EVER got to enjoy the trophy! There sure are lots of good surprises in that box, and the pictures are all wonderful!

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Permalink Reply by Linda and Murphy on March 22, 2011 at 7:01am

Congrats Camilla!!

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Permalink Reply by Sally on March 22, 2011 at 7:25am

Congrats to you! a HDA and Darwin I'm sure is a Hopeless Addict of some sort. I always love to read about Darwin because Darwin was the name I had first picked out when I was naming Duncan. Somehow when I met him I changed my mind and went with Duncan. And now I know it's because there already is a most adorable and perfect doodle named Darwin!