06/01/2026
A few weeks back, we asked for barn name suggestions for our Shanghai Phil filly out of Miss Kabana.
After lots of thought, we’re excited to finally share that her barn name is Sammy. ❤️
Some names just feel right, and this one carries a story close to our hearts.
My Aunt Cynthia Lynch and Uncle Donald Lynch have been part of my life for as long as I can remember. They babysat me from the time I was just 14 months old, and their home was a place where so many childhood memories were made. Through all those years, there was one constant by their side — their dog, Sammy.
He was there for countless milestones, celebrations, ordinary days, and everything in between. He was loved beyond measure and spent 19 wonderful years as the center of their world.
Just a few days after our filly arrived, Aunt Cynt and Uncle Don had to make the heartbreaking decision to say goodbye to Sammy. The timing felt especially bittersweet — welcoming a new life into the world while mourning the loss of one that had meant so much.
As we searched for the perfect barn name for this filly, we kept coming back to Sammy. It felt like more than a name. It felt like a way to honour a life that brought so much joy, loyalty, and love to the people who loved him most.
So while this little filly may not know the story behind her name, she’ll carry a small piece of it with her wherever she goes.
