Shade is my keeper puppy from the Marvel x Kensi litter, bred and raised by Laura Lynn Tanner in New York. When I went to meet the litter at age 7 weeks there was no denying Shade was meant to be mine. I had told Laura Lynn I wanted drive, confidence, and a stellar temperament- Shade is all of that and more. When she ran across a flooded pool cover to chase the big dogs and didn't bat an eye I knew she would be coming home to Telltale. Shade LOVES her people and would happily spend all day snuggling and loving on someone. She is bold, quick on her feet, and fearless while still being thoughtful. When out and about she is neutral towards people and dogs, wagging her tail at anyone who says hello but happy to trot right on by without an issue. She is one of my best hiking dogs and easy to take anywhere. 

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Shade reminds me so much of her dam with her flowy stride and smooth jumping style. She was an excellent mother to her first two litters. In 2026 she will be back in the performance ring with her junior handler, Davie. Shade and Davie have been working hard toward their performance debut this year despite Shade's maternity leave in 2025.