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About Us

My name is Beth Renstrom, and I am the human "Mom" of all these great dogs. I
am the "I" in the website, and I designed it myself using the massive quantities of
photographs I have of the dogs. Photographing the dogs is one of my favorite
things to do. I am a Certified Veterinary Technician, so my entire life is animals.
I enjoy making collars and coats for the dogs as well.

I purchased my first dog, Sasha, from the Humane Society in April of 2001. The Vet Tech school I went to
took dogs from the shelter for us to "learn" on, and that is how I met Sasha. A year later I purchased
Apollo, a white shepherd mix, from the Humane Society, another dog from school. Apollo's story is very
sad. We do not think he was ever in a house before we had him, and when we got him a crate, that was his
sanctuary. He also was diagnosed shortly after we got him with neural myolopathy. When I moved to
another house, Apollo stayed with my parents where he was most secure for the rest of his days. I adopted
Kona, another school/shelter dog in the summer of 2002. Then Brody came along in February of 2003.

At about this time, I got a free calender of puppies from a pet store, and March featured the Irish
Wolfhound. I could not stop looking at that picture! The puppy was so cute, and the description was so
fascinating, that I did some more research. I was able to meet real Irish Wolfhounds in person at a few
local locations such as the Irish Fair, and I was hooked. This breed was for me! About 8 months later
Rowen came home. Having the Irish Wolfhound opened me up to a whole new world of dogs. I became
interested in dog showing and then lure coursing with the wolfhounds.

After my first 2 wolfhounds, I decided to come up with a name for the dogs, like many people name their
kennels. After much thought and consideration, I decided upon Tresmorn, which is simply my last name,
Renstrom, rearranged.

Dog Care:
After years of having dogs and exploring many different diets and philosophies regarding dog care, I have found the
best one for my beloved doggie children.

Feeding:
I feed our dogs a raw diet consisting of chicken, turkey, and beef, a ground vegetable mix I make myself (with
spinach, green beans, peas, broccoli, tomatoes, beans, pumpkin and various fruits), kefir, and oatmeal. They are
all supplemented with vitamins/minerals, fish oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, kelp, coenzyme Q10, apple cider vinegar,
and glucosamine/ chondroitin/MSM for the older ones. Elk antler is another supplement I give to Kamille, and it is
amazing!

Excercise:
The dogs are walked daily except in extreme heat or cold, because being active is good for their bodies and minds.
I try to run them off leash as many times as possible per week at as many different locations as we can for variety.
I leash walk them as well.

Medical Care:
This is very important to me and not just because I work in the veterinary profession. All our dogs are screened
annually for heartworm disease and basic blood chemistries to check internal organ function (sometimes more
frequently if they are older or not feeling well). They are all on a 3 year vaccine protocol for Rabies and Distemper
Combo. All are vaccinated for Lyme Disease, because it is common in the area where we live, and it has
devastating effects on the body. A few of the dogs have received chiropractic care for neck and back pain, and
Kamille recently went to acupuncture.

Home Care:
Since my life revolves around my dogs, I prefer they all live in the house with me. I have mattresses (a queen, 2
twin, and 2 crib) on the floor that they share with a variety of orthopedic dogs beds and comforters for added
cushion. I also have a fenced in yard which is essential for their safety, and since the wolfhounds are sighthounds,
they need the fence to prevent "hunting." We travel in a mini van with the back filled with comforters and a couch
dog bed instead of seats for their comfort.

Kona, Brody, Sasha, & Rowen - 2003

Kamille, Mara,
Rowen, Pascal & I

Rowen & Kamille

Pascal, Kamille, & Rowen

Rowen & Kamille - in the van

Kamille & Rowen

Kona, Rowen, Mara, & Pascal

Jeressa & Mara

Rocket, Kona, Rowen,
Pascal, Mara, & Jeressa