Meet Cleo GCH BESEME’s miracle that keeps us going on

GCH Beseme's Miracle That Keeps Us Going On - "Cleo"

Born 2/11/2023

red brindle with white markings

Cleo is a spirited and loyal little lady. Whether snoozing in Mom's lap or romping around the house during playtime, she exemplifies the affectionate and joyful nature this breed is known for. Cleo has a friendly, spunky temperament which has served her well in the conformation show ring.

Cleo has been expertly handled primarily by Victor Han of Desertpaws Papillon, as well as by her breeder Charlene Stoutsenberger of Beseme Havanese and by myself. She has beautiful movement in the ring and charms the judges with her constantly-wagging tail and sunny disposition. She finished her AKC Champion title on 10/04/2025 and her AKC Grand Champion title on 02/01/2026.

cleo's Show Photo Gallery

Cleo earns her first point toward her AKC Champion title as Winners Bitch at Kachina Kennel Club in Surprise, AZ on 01/28/2024 under AKC judge Rosalind Kramer. It was very windy that weekend but we had a great time. I was proud to handle her for her first point! Thank you for selecting our gorgeous baby girl!

Cleo won Best of Breed and her First Win over Specials under AKC judge Patricia V. Trotter at Red Canyons KC on 09/06/2024. Thank you for recognizing how exceptional she is!

On 09/07/2024, Cleo won Best of Opposite Sex under AKC judge Linn Klingel Brown at Red Canyons KC in Hurricane, UT. Thank you for recognizing our amazing girl!

Cleo won Best of Winners and Best Owner-Handled in Breed at Lost Dutchman Kennel Club in Phoenix, AZ on 02/02/2025 under AKC judge Dr. Azalea Alvarez. Thank you for recognizing our amazing little girl!

Cleo wins her first Major as Winners Bitch under AKC judge Carol Graham at Red Canyons KC in Hurricane, UT on 09/05/2025. She earned 5 points with this win! Thank you for choosing our little lady today!

Cleo won Best of Winners and finished her AKC Champion title on 10/04/2025 under AKC judge Elizabeth Muthard. She was handled by her breeder Charlene Stoutsenberger of Beseme Havanese in the classes and by myself in Best of Breed/Variety. I am not sure who is happier in this picture - thank you for recognizing our lovely little girl!

Cleo was on fire at the Black Mountain Kennel Club show in Primm, NV on 12/13/2025. This was her debut as a Champion in the Best of Breed/Variety competition. She won Select Bitch and Best Owner-Handled in Breed under AKC judge Pamela Peat, in addition to winning Group 4 Owner-Handled under AKC judge Linda Riedel. Thank you judges for selecting our sweet girl today!

Cleo won Best of Breed and Best Owner-Handled in Breed at Kachina Kennel Club in Surprise, AZ on 01/25/2026 under AKC judge Patricia Nemirovsky de Alsina. Cleo won a total of 17 points and 4 major wins toward her Grand Champion title in a single weekend - WOW! Thank you judges for recognizing how beautiful our girl is!

On 02/01/2026, Cleo finished her AKC Grand Champion title at Lost Dutchman KC in Phoenix, AZ under AKC judge Christie Martinez. She was expertly handled to her finish as a Grand Champion by Victor Han of Desertpaws Papillons. Thank you for choosing our spectacular girl today!