Member of the North American Pudelpointer Alliance (NAPPA)
Our Pudelpointers only go to hunters. We are committed to producing versatile gun dogs that are calm in the home but “turn it on” in the field and exhibit an awesome balance of cooperation and a tenacious drive to produce game for the gun. Our breeding program strives for the complete gun dog; intelligence, drive, cooperation, and coat.
One of the best things about producing outstanding dogs for outstanding people are the relationships built. I train and hunt with several that started as “clients” and turned into solid friends.
I am so proud of the road Jason has taken with the Pudelpointer as a breed and his role on NAPPA’s board as one of their directors.
I met Jason Mix many years ago when I sold him his first Pudelpointer. Later when he was deployed to Germany by the military he had me work with his second Pudelpointer that he imported while stationed there. Over the years I have encouraged Jason to take an active role as a breeder as his honesty and dedication to the breed is rarely seen in today’s world of hunting dog enthusiasts. I am so proud of the road Jason has taken with the Pudelpointer as a breed and his role on NAPPA’s board as one of their directors. Jason’s military past and background has certainly indoctrinated one very fine husband, father, and young man that continues to make my heart proud…….Bob Farris
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Prize Winning and Hard Hunting Dogs!
These pups are the real deal. I use to be a GSP guy….no longer.
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Outstanding Breeder
Outstanding breeder and even better guy! Glad I’ve gotten to get to know you
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Not only did Jason supply me with the finest dog that I have ever had, he has also became my friend and hunting partner.
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They are good hard hunting dogs!
They are good hard hunting dogs!
The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association
Working to Foster, Promote, and Improve the Versatile Hunting Dog Breeds in North America
Got a great update on Rocco, another young dog out of our Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red” litter.
Rocco had a great day at Caribou Game Farm, and his owner couldn't be happier with his progress.
Next up is a weekend in the duck blind, followed by a trip to the Morris area in a couple of weeks to chase wild pheasants.
Early and often! That is how I like to see these young dogs developed. Get them on birds, expose them to different hunting situations, and let that natural ability grow through experience.
It has been a lot of fun watching these Leia × Red pups develop. They are young, but they're already getting some serious hunting experience.
Keep after them, Rocco! Looking forward to hearing how the duck hunting and pheasant trip go.
First solo point, first retrieve, and first wild bird!
Another young Leia × Red pup is getting it done!
Michael's pup had its first solo point and retrieve, and to make it even more special, Michael's son was the one who shot the pup's first bird!
There's something pretty special about watching a young dog put it all together on wild birds, especially when a young hunter gets to be part of that first success.
Great memories being made, and this pup is off to an awesome start!
This is Benny, one of our original Paladin B-litter dogs, owned by Phil.
Phil reports that Benny is doing fantastic and remains as reliable as ever. Here's a quick North Dakota limit. Bam, bam, bam! That's what you like to see from a veteran bird dog.
Benny comes from our Hardtrigger's Stella × Blackhawks Augustas McCray breeding. That B litter was a pretty special one. 10 out of the 12 pups tested and tested very well and several went to my hunting partners. I still occasionally hunt with those dogs today.
Those early test results were impressive, but nine years later, seeing Benny still hunting hard and getting the job done means even more.
As a breeder, that's the real reward. Not just producing talented young dogs, but seeing them develop into reliable hunting partners that give their owners years of great memories.
Great to hear Benny is still going strong, Phil. Keep after them!
Paladin’s High Explosive “Goose” is officially a gun dog!
A pretty special day for young Goose. Tyler harvested his first wild bird over him, and even better, Tyler's boys were there to witness it.
I had the opportunity to hunt alongside them, and as a breeder, there is something pretty rewarding about being there when a young dog gets his first wild bird shot over him. Watching the natural ability, early training, and instincts all start coming together in the field is what makes this so much fun.
Goose is owned by Tyler and family. He is out of Cross Timber’s Fifi “Hazel” and by Cedarwoods Mountain Top “Moses.”
It is always exciting to watch a young dog start figuring out wild birds, but being there to share that first success with a father and his boys makes it even better.
Goose has a lot of good things ahead of him, and I look forward to watching this young dog continue to develop.
Congratulations, Tyler! That's a memory worth keeping.
I was doing some cleaning and reorganizing in the kennel when I came across a package tucked away on one of the shelves.
It was unopened, addressed to Paladin Gun Dogs, but had no return address. It hadn't been mailed, so someone must have dropped it off at the kennel.
I opened it up and found a card that read:
"We had great discussion on who should be gifted this fine collection and hands down you are the chosen lucky one."
And that was it. No signature. No name. Nothing!
Inside was a pretty neat collection of pheasant-themed pieces. Four pheasant figurines, two larger ones with cork stoppers that appear to be some kind of liquid dispensers, perhaps for oil or vinegar, and two smaller ones that are salt and pepper shakers. The set also includes a beautiful hand-painted plate featuring pheasants.
I did a little research, and I believe the figurines may date back to somewhere between the 1950s and 1970s.
What a cool gift, especially for someone who appreciates upland hunting and the history that goes along with it.
The funny part is, I have absolutely no idea who gave it to me! I don't remember anyone handing me a package or mentioning anything about it. Apparently, someone just quietly dropped it off and went on their way.
So, to whoever decided I was the lucky one, thank you! I genuinely appreciate the thought and the gift. I'd sure like to know who you are so I can thank you personally.
Congratulations to Brady and Hans on a pretty special milestone. Hans pointed and retrieved his first wild Minnesota Sharp-tail grouse, and that is something to be proud of. Minnesota Sharp-tails aren't exactly an everyday opportunity, which makes this one even more special.
Hans stayed with us an extra month this summer as part of our started puppy program while Brady was tied up with military orders. During that time, we worked on tracking, bird introduction, gun introduction, water, and socialization, giving him a good foundation before heading home.
Now he is putting those early lessons and natural ability to work where it really counts, on wild birds.
And another big congratulations to Brady on his upcoming retirement from the military! Thank you for your service. I know firsthand how rewarding that next chapter can be, especially when it means having more time to spend in the field behind a good bird dog.
Looks like Brady and Hans have plenty of hunting adventures ahead of them. What a great way to get started!
My friend Dan is spending the next several weeks "way up north" chasing waterfowl with Jeff and their two Pudelpointers, Paige and Birdie.
What makes this pretty special is that Paige and Birdie are mother and daughter.
Lunatic Fringe Turn The Paige (NA 110 Prize I) was bred by my friend Dan Kremers of Lunatic Fringe Pudelpointers.
Birdie is out of Paige × Windy Sage Rudy Red (UT 204 Prize I), bringing together some bloodlines I have a lot of confidence in. Birdie has been hunting sea ducks since she was very young, and anyone who has hunted those birds knows that takes some serious drive and determination.
There is something pretty special about a mother and daughter share the duck blind and work together doing what they were bred to do.
Dan and Jeff have given these dogs the opportunity to do just that, and I always enjoy hearing about their adventures.
Enjoy the next few weeks, guys. I'm looking forward to the pictures and stories. Although I have to admit, I'm a little jealous of several weeks spent doing nothing but chasing ducks!
Paladin’s Field Frenzy “Duke” is another one of our young dogs proving that a good hunting dog can have an excellent off switch.
Duke, owned by Josh, is out of our Winnie × Lido litter. At just over six months old, he has already earned a NAVHDA Natural Ability Prize I, hunted in three states, and found success on several different species of wild birds.
But that is only half the story.
Duke often goes to work with Josh, where he spends his days relaxing in the principal's office. Apparently, he has become pretty popular with the students and staff, who are more than happy to shower him with attention.
That balance is something I put a lot of value on in our breeding program. We want dogs that can hunt hard, cover ground, and give everything they have in the field, but also have the mental stability to settle down when the work is done.
Duke is showing both sides at a very young age.
From chasing wild birds across the prairie to sleeping in the principal's office, I think he's figuring out that life is pretty good!
Great job, Josh. It's been fun watching this little guy develop.
Paladin’s Earl Rigsby “Riggs” is getting his first taste of North Dakota duck hunting!
Riggs is out of Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red. He is owned by Grant and Tasha, two people who definitely know how to hunt hard and are committed to giving this young dog every opportunity to do what he was bred to do.
Like so many of our Paladin puppy owners, Grant and Tasha have become more than just customers. They've become hunting partners, training partners, and good friends.
We had the opportunity to hunt together last fall, and throughout this training season, they made the drive of a couple of hours several times to come work Riggs and help him develop.
That kind of dedication says a lot. They have put in the time, done the work, and given Riggs the foundation and opportunities he needs.
Now comes the fun part. It's time to reap the rewards of all that training, get after the wild ones, and start making memories behind a young dog.
I'm looking forward to watching Riggs develop through his first hunting season and hearing about all the adventures ahead.
Good luck, Grant and Tasha. Enjoy every minute of it!
Another Leia × Red pup getting after it!
Got a great update on Rocco, another young dog out of our Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red” litter.
Rocco had a great day at Caribou Game Farm, and his owner couldn't be happier with his progress.
Next up is a weekend in the duck blind, followed by a trip to the Morris area in a couple of weeks to chase wild pheasants.
Early and often! That is how I like to see these young dogs developed. Get them on birds, expose them to different hunting situations, and let that natural ability grow through experience.
It has been a lot of fun watching these Leia × Red pups develop. They are young, but they're already getting some serious hunting experience.
Keep after them, Rocco! Looking forward to hearing how the duck hunting and pheasant trip go.
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First solo point, first retrieve, and first wild bird!
Another young Leia × Red pup is getting it done!
Michael's pup had its first solo point and retrieve, and to make it even more special, Michael's son was the one who shot the pup's first bird!
There's something pretty special about watching a young dog put it all together on wild birds, especially when a young hunter gets to be part of that first success.
Great memories being made, and this pup is off to an awesome start!
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Nine years old and still getting it done!
This is Benny, one of our original Paladin B-litter dogs, owned by Phil.
Phil reports that Benny is doing fantastic and remains as reliable as ever. Here's a quick North Dakota limit. Bam, bam, bam! That's what you like to see from a veteran bird dog.
Benny comes from our Hardtrigger's Stella × Blackhawks Augustas McCray breeding. That B litter was a pretty special one. 10 out of the 12 pups tested and tested very well and several went to my hunting partners. I still occasionally hunt with those dogs today.
Those early test results were impressive, but nine years later, seeing Benny still hunting hard and getting the job done means even more.
As a breeder, that's the real reward. Not just producing talented young dogs, but seeing them develop into reliable hunting partners that give their owners years of great memories.
Great to hear Benny is still going strong, Phil. Keep after them!
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Paladin’s High Explosive “Goose” is officially a gun dog!
A pretty special day for young Goose. Tyler harvested his first wild bird over him, and even better, Tyler's boys were there to witness it.
I had the opportunity to hunt alongside them, and as a breeder, there is something pretty rewarding about being there when a young dog gets his first wild bird shot over him. Watching the natural ability, early training, and instincts all start coming together in the field is what makes this so much fun.
Goose is owned by Tyler and family. He is out of Cross Timber’s Fifi “Hazel” and by Cedarwoods Mountain Top “Moses.”
It is always exciting to watch a young dog start figuring out wild birds, but being there to share that first success with a father and his boys makes it even better.
Goose has a lot of good things ahead of him, and I look forward to watching this young dog continue to develop.
Congratulations, Tyler! That's a memory worth keeping.
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Story time! A little mystery at Paladin Gun Dogs.
I was doing some cleaning and reorganizing in the kennel when I came across a package tucked away on one of the shelves.
It was unopened, addressed to Paladin Gun Dogs, but had no return address. It hadn't been mailed, so someone must have dropped it off at the kennel.
I opened it up and found a card that read:
"We had great discussion on who should be gifted this fine collection and hands down you are the chosen lucky one."
And that was it. No signature. No name. Nothing!
Inside was a pretty neat collection of pheasant-themed pieces. Four pheasant figurines, two larger ones with cork stoppers that appear to be some kind of liquid dispensers, perhaps for oil or vinegar, and two smaller ones that are salt and pepper shakers. The set also includes a beautiful hand-painted plate featuring pheasants.
I did a little research, and I believe the figurines may date back to somewhere between the 1950s and 1970s.
What a cool gift, especially for someone who appreciates upland hunting and the history that goes along with it.
The funny part is, I have absolutely no idea who gave it to me! I don't remember anyone handing me a package or mentioning anything about it. Apparently, someone just quietly dropped it off and went on their way.
So, to whoever decided I was the lucky one, thank you! I genuinely appreciate the thought and the gift. I'd sure like to know who you are so I can thank you personally.
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First wild Minnesota Sharp-tail Grouse for Hans!
Congratulations to Brady and Hans on a pretty special milestone. Hans pointed and retrieved his first wild Minnesota Sharp-tail grouse, and that is something to be proud of. Minnesota Sharp-tails aren't exactly an everyday opportunity, which makes this one even more special.
Hans stayed with us an extra month this summer as part of our started puppy program while Brady was tied up with military orders. During that time, we worked on tracking, bird introduction, gun introduction, water, and socialization, giving him a good foundation before heading home.
Now he is putting those early lessons and natural ability to work where it really counts, on wild birds.
And another big congratulations to Brady on his upcoming retirement from the military! Thank you for your service. I know firsthand how rewarding that next chapter can be, especially when it means having more time to spend in the field behind a good bird dog.
Looks like Brady and Hans have plenty of hunting adventures ahead of them. What a great way to get started!
Young Hans is out of our Hazel by Moses litter
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My friend Dan is spending the next several weeks "way up north" chasing waterfowl with Jeff and their two Pudelpointers, Paige and Birdie.
What makes this pretty special is that Paige and Birdie are mother and daughter.
Lunatic Fringe Turn The Paige (NA 110 Prize I) was bred by my friend Dan Kremers of Lunatic Fringe Pudelpointers.
Birdie is out of Paige × Windy Sage Rudy Red (UT 204 Prize I), bringing together some bloodlines I have a lot of confidence in. Birdie has been hunting sea ducks since she was very young, and anyone who has hunted those birds knows that takes some serious drive and determination.
There is something pretty special about a mother and daughter share the duck blind and work together doing what they were bred to do.
Dan and Jeff have given these dogs the opportunity to do just that, and I always enjoy hearing about their adventures.
Enjoy the next few weeks, guys. I'm looking forward to the pictures and stories. Although I have to admit, I'm a little jealous of several weeks spent doing nothing but chasing ducks!
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Paladin’s Field Frenzy “Duke” is another one of our young dogs proving that a good hunting dog can have an excellent off switch.
Duke, owned by Josh, is out of our Winnie × Lido litter. At just over six months old, he has already earned a NAVHDA Natural Ability Prize I, hunted in three states, and found success on several different species of wild birds.
But that is only half the story.
Duke often goes to work with Josh, where he spends his days relaxing in the principal's office. Apparently, he has become pretty popular with the students and staff, who are more than happy to shower him with attention.
That balance is something I put a lot of value on in our breeding program. We want dogs that can hunt hard, cover ground, and give everything they have in the field, but also have the mental stability to settle down when the work is done.
Duke is showing both sides at a very young age.
From chasing wild birds across the prairie to sleeping in the principal's office, I think he's figuring out that life is pretty good!
Great job, Josh. It's been fun watching this little guy develop.
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Paladin’s Earl Rigsby “Riggs” is getting his first taste of North Dakota duck hunting!
Riggs is out of Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red. He is owned by Grant and Tasha, two people who definitely know how to hunt hard and are committed to giving this young dog every opportunity to do what he was bred to do.
Like so many of our Paladin puppy owners, Grant and Tasha have become more than just customers. They've become hunting partners, training partners, and good friends.
We had the opportunity to hunt together last fall, and throughout this training season, they made the drive of a couple of hours several times to come work Riggs and help him develop.
That kind of dedication says a lot. They have put in the time, done the work, and given Riggs the foundation and opportunities he needs.
Now comes the fun part. It's time to reap the rewards of all that training, get after the wild ones, and start making memories behind a young dog.
I'm looking forward to watching Riggs develop through his first hunting season and hearing about all the adventures ahead.
Good luck, Grant and Tasha. Enjoy every minute of it!
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