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I observe the pups at play as they learn how to walk, run, and overcome obstacles. Seeing, as they say, is believing, and simple observation has always been my best puppy placement tool. What is my “process” for selecting show puppies? At what age do I make my decision? Although I have occasionally made my personal selection on “day one,” I prefer to wait until the puppies are up on their feet, interacting with each other and the world around them. My last litter was raised utilizing the Puppy Culture program. They are then moved downstairs to a large ex-pen where they can greet visitors and learn about the world at large. Puppies are whelped in the bedroom and remain there until they are weaned. (Grandmothers, mothers, and daughters can make for equitable roommates.) Each dog enjoys daily excursions outdoors individually and with her housemates, and each has her own sleeping spot in the house. As a breeder with limited space, I only keep bitches at home. More important to me than show ring success is a dam’s ability to produce healthy puppies that are “nearer to perfection.” My goal with each litter is to select a dog and a bitch that are an improvement on the qualities of their sire and dam, respectively-without sacrificing breed type.Ĭan I talk about my facilities? Where are my puppies whelped? How are they raised? The IWS is not a “kennel dog” in the traditional sense, and does best when integrated into the day-to-day activities of the household. “Mocha” is the dam of my most recent litter from which two puppies, Quiet Storm Koffi With Cream and Quiet Storm Alchemy, are showing promise. Ballyhoo’s Kurre O’Quiet Storm, co-owned with Dede, is the dam of Bayes and his littermate, CH Quiet Storm Triple Mocha. “Teala” produced CH Quiet Storm The Devil In Darby CD CGC and CH Quiet Storm Reggae Dancer CD WC TT CGC TDI, the foundation bitches of Dede Selph’s Ballyhoo Kennel. Which have been my most influential sires and dams? CH Mirkwood Cameo Appearance CD was my first brood bitch and the dam of eight champions. If that same dog manages to bring new supporters to the breed, that’s even better. If one of my IWSs has success in the show ring (under judges whose opinions I value), that’s especially gratifying. I don’t, however, specifically breed “show dogs.” My goal is to preserve IWS breed type, as I interpret it, for the future. “Bayes” was groomed, conditioned, and handled throughout his show career by Mark and Sondra Barker of Oklahoma City. Which show dogs from the past have been my noteworthy winners? My most notable conformation show winner has been MULTI BIS, BOSS GCH Quiet Storm My Boy’s Wicked Smart CGC CGCA TKA. My dog limit is three, with the occasional visiting dog. What is my kennel name? How many dogs do I currently keep? My kennel name is Quiet Storm, which I chose because it perfectly described the character of my first IWS. I went to my first dog show in 1980 and got my first Irish Water Spaniel (IWS) in 1985. Where do I live? How many years in dogs? How many years as a breeder? I live in Merchantville, New Jersey, near Philadelphia. Get to Know Sporting Group Breeder Dan Sayers For a bit of fun, what’s the most amusing experience you’ve ever experienced with a Sporting Dog? Do you have any thoughts you’d like to share about the sport of dogs in general?ġ2.

Do you feel that your breed has a promising future as a family companion?ġ1. In your opinion, is your breed in good condition overall? Any trends that warrant concern?ġ0.

Are Performance and Companion titles important to you as a breeder?ĩ. How do you prepare your pups for the show ring?Ĩ. What is your “process” for selecting show puppies? At what age do you make your decision?ħ. Can you talk about your facilities? Where are your puppies whelped? How are they raised?Ħ. Which have been your most influential sires and dams?ĥ. Which show dogs from the past have been your noteworthy winners?Ĥ. What is your kennel name? How many dogs do you currently keep?ģ. Where do you live? How many years in dogs? How many years as a breeder?Ģ. Interview with Sporting Group Breeder Dan Sayers.ġ.

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