We named "Ziggy" after the computer in one of Ellen's favorite old television shows, "Quantam Leap". Believe it or not, 'Ziggy' was a return. The owner was not pleased when after three whole shows 'Ziggy' had not done any winning, so we bought him back. As Ellen never really wanted 'Ziggy' to go in the first place, this did not make us unhappy. The only trouble was, 'Ziggy' came back a nervous wreck, as he was 10-months old and starting his adolescent phase. But with lots of patience and encouragement, and a few wise word from show judge, Mr Terry Thorn, 'Ziggy' made a magnificent comeback. As a matter of fact he has done so well that he was the Pedigree Chum/Dog World Top Canaan Dog for 1999.

Then on the 24th June 2001 some more Canaan Dog history was made when he became the second Canaan Dog in UK history (and the second Anacan Canaan) to win Best In Show! This prestigious award was given to him by respected judge, Mr Martin Freeman at the Gravesend & Medway Open Show. We are very grateful to Mr Freeman for being courageous enough to put up a minority breed. Then on the 11th November 2001 'Ziggy' won Best in Show at The Canaan Dog Club's first Open Show! (Click here to see all the results of the open show.)

'Ziggy' finished the show years 2002 & 2003 as the Top male Canaan Dog in the UK, second only in points to his cousin, Anacan Forever Amber With Lorianna.

As you can see, 'Ziggy' is a very handsome, very typey and very sound Canaan Dog and really looks the part of a dog that could easily survive in the desert. He has so much heart and loves to please me. But just as importantly, if not even more so, his attributes have come through in his offspring out of our 'Sheindela'. Hopefully he will be used for breeding at least once more.

'Ziggy' is loving, very boisterous and playful and enjoys running around with our 'activities director' - ou Tibetan Spaniel, 'Willow' (as do the rest of the crew). He is a lovely dog and a wonderful friend to Richard and I.