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368 – Beauceron: Rustic Farm Dog and Living Fence
Beauceron: Rustic Farm Dog and Living Fence Our Love the Breeds panel discusses Beauceron, the ancient French farm dog described as a “living fence” in their native country. According to breeder Elaine Giannelli, in France, the Shepherd would go out to the field with his sheep and the Beauceron would go out like a fence…
362 — Joseph Vergnetti: the Art and Science of Dog Breeding
Joseph Vergnetti: the Art and Science of Dog Breeding “Breeding is Like a Recipe, You Need All the Ingredients On Hand” So says Joseph Vergnetti, master breeder at Dassin Poodles. Vergnetti talks about the presentation, line-breeding and outcrosses, and the differences in the varieties. In partnership with Ellen Charles, Vergnetti has been voted Breeder of…
358 – Dale & Jane Martenson: Touche Japanese Chin
Dale & Jane Martenson: Touche Japanese Chin Master Breeders Dale and Jane Martenson of Touche Japanese Chin, have produced more than 500 champions in a very difficult breed. Dale shares invaluable, detailed advice for success. Purposely bred dogs allow us to pick the dog that best fits our lives, Martenson said. He and Jane started…
350 — Guy Hull: Australian Cattle Dogs and the History of Australia
Australian Cattle Dogs and the History of Australia Author, researcher and purebred dog enthusiast Guy Hull shares the fascinating history of the development of Australian Cattle Dogs and how they helped build a fledgling nation. Today’s episode is brought to you in cooperation with Canine Construction and Conformation Facebook group. Hull is the author of…
349 – Azawakh: The Camp Guardians of the Tuareg People
Azawakh: The Camp Guardians of the Tuareg People “Nothing Fragile About This Breed at All” The Azawakh is one of AKC’s newest recognized breeds. The long-legged, aloof hounds have been in the US since 1988, but were only approved for the hound group in January 2019. With only an estimated 150 dogs in the States…
340 – The Uber Dog Needs a Job: German Wirehaired Pointer
The Uber Dog Needs a Job: German Wirehaired Pointer The German Wirehaired Pointer is generally the smartest dog in the room, according to panelists at the GWPCA national specialty show. “They’d rather break in to your house than out of your house. They want to be with you. They want lots of attention and want…
337 – Black & Tan Dynamos: The Wash & Wear Manchester
Black & Tan Dynamos: The Wash & Wear Manchester The Manchester Terrier has two varieties, Standard and Toy, both descended from the extinct black and tan terrier, according to a panel of experts at the American Manchester Terrier Club National Specialty. The Manchester’s job was to hunt rats and other vermin in England and they…
336 – 20th Century Secrets in a 21st Century Format, Jaraluv
20th Century Secrets in a 21st Century Format, Jaraluv MBIS Ch. Jaraluv Ouija – Faith’s daughter who holds the BIS record for Deerhounds in the US with 21 All Breed BIS. Pictured here at 8 years at the SDCA national specialty. Part two of the powerful interview with Ray and Jana Brinlee of Jaraluv Scottish…
335 – Jaraluv Scottish Deerhounds: 7 Secrets to Success
Jaraluv Scottish Deerhounds: 7 Secrets to Success Ray and Jana Brinlee, Jaraluv Scottish Deerhounds, have a truly notable record. Breeding on a very limited basis since the early 1980s, they have produced a total of 94 dogs. Of which, 75 are champions of record and 11 are Best in Show Winners. A 12 percent ratio…
334 – Golden Retriever Breed Education with Michael Faulkner
Golden Retriever Breed Education with Michael Faulkner In honor of the Golden Retriever National Specialty, currently under way in Southern California, Host Laura Reeves visits with legendary judge and breeder Michael Faulkner. Actively involved with Goldens since 1969, Faulkner is deeply passionate about his breed. Primarily a hunting dog “This is the GOLDEN Retriever,” Faulkner…