The story behind Masaya Great Danes:
Masaya Great Danes was founded in 2004 by Camille Hutchinson Weekly and Brandi Williams. Camille and Brandi have been friends since they met in high school in 1993. Since then they have trained together in obedience, agility, pet therapy, and now conformation.
In 2001, Brandi received her B.S with a major in Animal Science from the University of Arkansas. She now lives outside Louisville, KY with her two Dobermans, Madison and Cinders and her English Bulldog, Lulu. You can see her Dobermans at www.masayadobermans.com.
In 2004, Camille received her M.S. in Geology from the University of Arkansas. She and her husband are currently living outside Birmingham, AL with her Great Danes, Ajax and Lily and her Boxer, Brutus.
Camille had already developed a lasting love for the Great Dane. In January of 2003, Camille lost her beloved Dane, Zeus, to cardiomyopothy and other problems associated with poor breeding practices. It was seeing her beloved companion die at such a young age (4yrs) that made Camille (and Brandi) determined to choose her next puppy from a reputable breeder. In February 2004, Rockingdanes the Patriot made the long trip from Canada.
Brandi had been owned by Dobermans for over 6 years and had also formed a unique relationship with Zeus. In January 2004, Brandi purchased her first Great Dane Droghedas Tigerlily V Masaya.
During the fall of 1999 Camille and Brandi decided that they wanted to go on a trip outside the country. Since they both had greatly enjoyed their high school Spanish classes, Latin America was the logical choice. They set out with a goal and worked early mornings delivering newspapers in order to pay for their trip. They decided on Costa Rica for a destination with a small trip into Nicaragua. Six months and several (!!) thousand newspapers later, they embarked upon their journey. After three weeks of travel, their hearts were captured by the small market town of Masaya*, Nicaragua near the Vulcan Masaya. The beauty of the area, the richness of the culture, and the charm of a little market boy named, Luis all combined to make the trip an unforgettable experience.
... So, as you can see, Masaya Danes is mostly the continuation of a lifelong friendship.
*Masaya is the Mayan goddess of fire and divination |
