AKC Champion Everglo Arkay Stride Rite

 

AKC Champion Everglo Arkay Stride Rite was owned by Bill and Becki Kraus of Arkay Kennels. After 15 months of living  with someone else, he came to be co-owned with Betty L. Ingram of Bo Kennels. He lived out his last 2 years, 2 months and 2 days in California where he was born. He brought joy to us all especially with his antics.

I (Betty Ingram) clearly remember having visitors to see a new litter on the ground. A comment was made by the young gentleman that he did not care for the older dogs and only liked the puppies. Well, Strider was so offended that he went up to the guy as he was on the ground playing with the pups and lifted his leg ever so gently on the young gentleman's behind. He not only did this once, but after still being overlooked by the gentleman, decided to christen his new sneakers too. He may not have gained a friend there, but at least he let him know who ruled at our house. We all had a great laugh at that one.

 

A Poem for Strider

"I explained to St. Peter, I'd rather stay here, Outside the pearly gate. I won't be a nuisance, I won't even bark, I'll be very patient and wait. I'll be here, chewing on a celestial bone, No matter how long you may be. I'd miss you so much, If I went in alone, It wouldn't be heaven for me." Author Unknown