Ozzy was our 2nd Leonberger to join us in 2007 and it was origionally our intention to show him and to breed with Elsa. Neither were possible and due to one of his litter siblings having AF, he can not be used at stud. We took the decision to have him castrated, so now Ozzy is just our pet. He has an amazing cheeky character and is a superb gentle giant who is loved by everyone who meets him. He has been trained up to Bronze level in the Kennel Club Good Citizen awards but we decided not to take this any further.
He passed his Temperament Assesment to be a Pets As Therapy dog with flying colours and his assessor described him as a massive big softie. He was loved by all the residents as well as the staff and did a wonderful job in the community.
In 2009 at his first and only Championship show, he had a VHC place witheld and later in a written critique, Oz was described by a credible UK judge as having crippled hocks. At the time, we thought nothing of it, but we were disappointed that his show career was over. To us, he is a magnificent dog.
During the year 2010, Ozzy became less able to tolerate exercise and became quite weak on his back legs. This has become gradually worse over the last few months and after displaying the symptoms of Leonberger Polyneuropathy, including the high gait, we had him tested for this type of early onset LPN1. Surprisingly, the result came back D/N. More tests will be done as soon as they are available. Ozzy can no longer go for the long walks that he once enjoyed but he still has the same cheeky character that makes him so lovable. As long as he is pain free and happy, he will continue to enjoy his life with his family and we can only pray that he will be with us for quite some time yet. We are so very proud of this wonderful young dog who has such a huge personality and we love him dearly. Ozzy will always be his Dad's special lad
Eyes clear : 31/08/08
Hips :
elbows :
Height :
Weight : 76kg
LPN1 Tested : D/N
Pedigree Ozzy relaxing on his own sofa in the garden
Below is a video of Ozzy, the first part taken on 5th January2011, the second part 4th February 2011. It clearly shows that he has the hitched step and the deterioration is evident in just four weeks. He has always had good exercise and this has maybe helped to keep his muscles strong for so long. He has gained weight in the last 6 weeks due to him being intolerant to exercise although he still has a short walk every day. We can only hope that the water treadmill and hydrotherapy exercise will help to keep him on his legs a while longer.
We are heartbroken to see him like this but he is a very happy lad despite his obvious broblems.
We would encourage all breeders of this beautiful breed of dog to have the LPN1 tests now available before considering a mating. No one wishes to send a puppy out in to the world who will suffer in this way. We owe it to the future health our beloved Leonbergers.
For those in denial of this dreadful disease, watch our big beautiful boy and weep.
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Ozzy family and friends
Ozzy January 2012
Oz has his own sofa in the garden May 2011
The big moult Feb 2011
3 1/2 years old
Oz shows em whoose boss
Oz & his trademark spot
Oz Xmas 2010
Ozzy 2010
Ozzy at 3 years old
Ozzy is now a Pets As Therapy dog
They just love Ozzy
Ozzy P.A.T 2010
Ozzy on a P.A.T. visit
Best Buddies, Ozzy at almost 2 years and Balou.
Ozzy at 22 months
Ozzy at 2 1/2 years old
Oz Feb 2009
Oz at 19 months in the snow
13 months old
Ozzy - 14th September 2008
13 months old
Our Sam
Our Lexi
30/01/08 6 months old
26/12/07
5 months old
Ozzy on the right with Lee, little Jess, Diane & his siblings
Ozzy at 4 weeks old
Ozzy 5 weeks old
Ozzy 3 weeks old
Dad Nio
Mum Flair
World and Multi International Champion. Barney his grandad in Germany.
1st April 2009 -
KENNEL CLUB GOOD CITIZEN BRONZE AWARD
31st January 2009 -
Lichfield Canine Society
Judged by Mr Jack Bispham
** 2nd place in PG class **
***RESERVE BEST IN BREED ***
25th January 2009 -
28th December 2008 -
Ashbourne & District Canine Society Open Show Judged by Mr Robin Newhouse
** 2nd place in PG class **
22nd November 2008 -
Sedgley and Gornal Canine Association Open Show
Judged by Karen Anderson
