The fall trial season is over for us. Bruce and Jennie and the dogs are enjoying a well-deserved bit of rest. Overall, the season was successful, with Butch taking three first place titles, Kate taking three thirds and Sudsy one first. Viper was acquired late in the season and didn't really have a chance to get his trial legs under him, although he made some respectable showings and we think he has great potential. Heather was not trialed this fall following her puppy episode at the end of July, although we enjoyed hunting her and had some great success. The pups are now about 15 weeks old. All four derbies will probably be going to Arizona and Kansas with Bruce starting in early January. We have very high hopes for the spring trial season for these four derbies. Their development between now and the end of the spring season will help us make decisions for the future.