Born on 21/08/2001 from Ch.MANGA and PODE

LEFT MILAN ON 05/12/2001 for CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Not only were her new owners waiting for her arrival, but also the state television and several journalists

Francois and Des, her new owners, were waiting for her with joy and excitment. ROXI is only the second PORTOGUESE WATER DOG to arrive in this splendid city and she hopes to make her contributions to South Africa's history by spreading knowledge of this magnificient breed.

The long journey that ROXI had to make was my main worry and therefore constantly in my thoughts, other than the many examinations that she had to undergo to obtain an importation permit, there were also paper to fill out and documents to be sent

ROXANA was carefully chosen from a beautiful litter for her tenacity and the determinations that she demostrated early on. The strenght of her character convinced me that she could sustain the long and stressful journey.

LITTLE PIZZA, a nickname given ROXI for her Italian origin, had undergone the right training to prepare her for what was ahead. She had constantly traveled by car, not only long hours (even 8 hour stretchs) but also numerous trips (sometimes 3 a day). ROXI had often visited the PISA airport to conditions her to loud noises. At shows she was introduced continuously to new people and became accustomed to eating and sleeping in her traveling box so it became familiar and protective. She came to work in the office, went to the market, was often a guest in friend's homes, entered into shops, and even went to the stadium. I believed that it was best to give her the widest possible imprinting so that she could easily adapt to new situations. Her responses were always optimum.

ROXANA has gone to live in CAPE TOWN, one of most beautiful place in the world. She now lives with affectionate people who adore her. In fact her new owner already knew her. They saw her grow up through all the photos I sent. ROXI has a new adopted sister, not much bigger than her, and they will be able to play and swim in the pool or in the sea. Shell go to shows and perhaps travel a lot, but most of all shell live with her new friends because for this breed that's the most important thing and what makes them happiest.

I consider it a honor to be chosen from so many breeder of PORTOGUESE WATER DOG around the world and I want to thank FRANCOIS and DES for this. I won't give them any advice because I am sure that they will treat her like a princess. I publicly apologize for my terrible English which has been the hardest thing about this operation. Best Wishes of good health, love, and success to Francois and Des, little sister CALISTA and naturally, Good Luck to my...........LITTLE PIZZA!!

Roxana Do Lusiadas to 1 years of age

South African ch.