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382 – Skye Terriers: Hardy, Devoted Breed of the Scottish Isles
Skye Terriers: Hardy, Devoted Breed of the Scottish Isles Our panel of Skye Terrier breeders represents nearly 150 years combined experience in the breed. Michael Pesare, Elaine Hersey and Karen Turnbull join host Laura Reeves to share their love of this hardy, devoted breed of the Scottish Isles. Depicted in art through centuries and with…
381 – Rare Breeds: Preservation, Promotion and Purposeful Breeding
Rare Breeds: Preservation, Promotion and Purposeful Breeding Let’s kick off a month of Pure Dog Talk conversations, insights and ideas about rare breeds, preservation, promotion and purposeful breeding of these delightful dogs. Today’s conversation is with Jennie Chen, breeder of Lowchen and Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, Anna Wallace, breeder of Entlebuchers and Ian Lynch, Dandie…
377 – New Dog Breeders Offer Hope for the Future
New Dog Breeders Offer Hope for the Future Purebred dogs need more, new, young breeders. This is the consensus opinion of our top experts in the field. Preserving our breeds and encouraging more participation in our sports requires the energy and enthusiasm of youth. So, I reached out to the Pure Dog Talk listener community…
371 – Pugs: Mischievous and Charming Companions CAN Work
Pugs: Mischievous and Charming Companions CAN Work Three long-time breeders join host Laura Reeves to talk about all things Pugs. Kim Langlands, Brenda Belmonte and Patti Kolesar Stoltz share the joy of Pug dogs, their companionship, their functionality, their snoring and their health. Ancient history “The exact origin of our breed is actually lost in…
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…