Maddy is one of just a rare few in the country who has remained the exact color as the day she was born.  This was the goal with her litter and it was surely achieved as she has not faded. She has the most gorgeous deep dark chocolate coat that literally feels like a silk blouse when you pet her. She is one of our many forever dogs. She is extremely affectionate. Maddy's favorite activity is swimming. She is an incredible swimmer!! I swear she is part mermaid. Maddy does not discriminate whether is it 20 degrees or 90 degrees, she will jump into any body of water and start paddling away. Just like all our other dogs, she loves her bacon scented balls that squeak. Maddy is a pure pleasure to bathe, groom, brush and has wonderful manners. Maddy makes incredible eye contact with me which is the sign of a very intelligent dog. She is a very fast runner, yet light on her feet. Her crushed velvet, show stopping, easy to maintain wavy fleece coat will help to facilitate some dynamite litters. Maddy carries the parti gene from her father and it is possible she carries for roan as well. Maddy is very sweet, gentle and seems to latch on to our up and comers and take over the protective role of looking out for them. If you have a need for a therapy or service dog, Maddy comes from a long line of dogs behind her who have produced many working service and therapy dogs. Maddy is a great granddaughter of the Legendary Rutland's Baby Joey. She will undoubtedly produce some therapy and service dog prospects should you have the need. One of her litters just may be perfect for you!