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26.02.2026 / Everyday matters
MyDogDNA results for Hakon
Hakon reports that his MyDogDNA (Wisdom Panel) results have arrived, and he's clear of 272 genetic conditions! He's a DM carrier (DM - N/DM). His genetic diversity (diversity - heterozygosity) is at 33%.
24.02.2026 / Everyday matters
Grimnir's visit (video)
Grimnir, from litter G, sired by Walkiria and Fenris 2024, visited us for a few days.
Upon our first meeting, I had doubts about whether I should let him into the pack. In his interactions with Walkiria and Celebrian, I saw a dog who was unyielding and clearly lacking in canine manners.
After some thought, however, I decided that this was precisely why he should be included in the pack structure. Only in a real relationship with adult, stable dogs can he learn boundaries, communication, and reading signals. This environment quickly validates a young male's ambitions.
I trusted my pack, and especially Fenris, to guide him through this process calmly and without unnecessary escalation. I was not disappointed.
20.02.2026 / Everyday matters
Arctic wolves?
I couldn't wait for winter to create these shots with our white "wolves."
I love Arctic wolves—in such a setting, our shepherds truly resemble them visually.
If I had to choose a favorite season for white Swiss Shepherds, it would probably be winter. Although I'm increasingly looking forward to spring, the charm of snowy shots is undeniable.
To preempt your questions: how do we make our dogs look so white in photos?
The answer is simple—Photoshop.
They're not snow-white. Some of them have very light fur (Torvi, Runa—genetics plays a big part here), but I edit my winter photos according to my own sense of aesthetics. I gently bleach the fur and play with colors and "zippers."
The photo shows our not-so-snow-white Hakon.
15.02.2026 / Everyday matters
One paw speaks louder than a thousand barks
Walkiria and Torvi.
One paw speaks louder than a thousand barks.
Dog communication can be very subtle – but clear. Walkiria rarely needs to resort to explicit reactions – usually a gesture, a look, a freeze, or a raised tail are enough.
Torvi, on the other hand, can display a whole range of submissive gestures in response – lowering her ears, licking Walkiria's muzzle, wriggling at her feet.
Pure language of the species.
I love watching these wordless conversations.
10.02.2026 / Everyday matters
Recent walk together
A few shots from our last walk together :)
This time: Celebrian, Runa, Frodo, Hati, Isten with their families.
We try to organize these meetings every few months. There's time for conversation, sharing experiences, observing the dogs in a group, a bit of socializing, and photos along the way.
For us, it's also a moment to see the results of our breeding work over time, not just at the "sweet puppy" stage. (...)