Kathy was an avid collie lover and dog show enthusiast. She founded and ran the Deep River collie line for several decades, ensuring each dog found a loving home and success in the ring, and the Collie Rescue of the Carolinas, so that no dog would go without a home.

Her legacy will live on through her teachings, as Kathy was an avid mentor and coached countless new trainers to success during her career. Each new generation of trainers her mentees teach will carry a piece of her with them as they love and work alongside their beloved pets.