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
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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!
Paladin’s Ethos “Maggs” is having one heck of a first hunting season!
Born in late March, Maggs is barely six and a half months old, and what she and Brad have accomplished already is pretty incredible.
She recently earned a maximum 112 Prize I in her NAVHDA Natural Ability test, but what impresses me even more is what she is doing on wild birds.
7 differant scpecies From ducks and geese in the marsh to doves, snipe, prairie chickens, and sharptailed grouse in the uplands, Maggs is already getting the kind of wild bird experience that develops a truly versatile hunting dog. And she is doing all of this in her very first season!
Maggs is out of Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red.” This is a breeding I put a lot of thought into, combining Leia's natural cooperation and temperament with Red's proven consistency, drive, and versatile ability.
As a breeder, this is what I hope to see. Not just a good test score, but a young dog with the mental maturity, natural ability, and desire to go out and do the job she was bred to do.
And Brad deserves a lot of credit. Since retiring from coaching high school football, he has poured that same dedication and work ethic into developing Maggs. He has given her the exposure, opportunities, and guidance to let that natural ability develop.
Good genetics give you the potential. Good ownership and time in the field allow that potential to become something special.
And apparently, when she's not hunting, Maggs knows how to relax a little too!
I'm sure proud of this young dog and what Brad is doing with her. The best part is that they're just getting started.
I have to give an update on 5 month old Riggs. ND pheasent opener was yesterday. On his first day pheasent hunting he produced 4 birds and started tracking instantly with great desire! He has pointed over a dozen birds in 4 hrs of hunting the last two mornings. He also tracked a wounded bird and pointed it! The light is on ! We had our birds by 10 AM each morning.
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.
The Hunt First, Dogs Always. …
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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!
The Hunt First, Dogs Always. …
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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.
The Hunt First, Dogs Always. …
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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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Paladin’s Ethos “Maggs” is having one heck of a first hunting season!
Born in late March, Maggs is barely six and a half months old, and what she and Brad have accomplished already is pretty incredible.
She recently earned a maximum 112 Prize I in her NAVHDA Natural Ability test, but what impresses me even more is what she is doing on wild birds.
7 differant scpecies From ducks and geese in the marsh to doves, snipe, prairie chickens, and sharptailed grouse in the uplands, Maggs is already getting the kind of wild bird experience that develops a truly versatile hunting dog. And she is doing all of this in her very first season!
Maggs is out of Paladin’s Mission First “Leia” × Windy Sage Rudy Red “Red.” This is a breeding I put a lot of thought into, combining Leia's natural cooperation and temperament with Red's proven consistency, drive, and versatile ability.
As a breeder, this is what I hope to see. Not just a good test score, but a young dog with the mental maturity, natural ability, and desire to go out and do the job she was bred to do.
And Brad deserves a lot of credit. Since retiring from coaching high school football, he has poured that same dedication and work ethic into developing Maggs. He has given her the exposure, opportunities, and guidance to let that natural ability develop.
Good genetics give you the potential. Good ownership and time in the field allow that potential to become something special.
And apparently, when she's not hunting, Maggs knows how to relax a little too!
I'm sure proud of this young dog and what Brad is doing with her. The best part is that they're just getting started.
The Hunt First, Dogs Always. …
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Paladin pudelpointers/ Jason and Family,
I have to give an update on 5 month old Riggs.
ND pheasent opener was yesterday.
On his first day pheasent hunting he produced 4 birds and started tracking instantly with great desire!
He has pointed over a dozen birds in 4 hrs of hunting the last two mornings.
He also tracked a wounded bird and pointed it!
The light is on !
We had our birds by 10 AM each morning.
Thank you,
Joey & Rochelle …
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Oskar is learning to honor on his own. Or at least, he’s learning to stop and not run right through the middle.
It’s fun watching the intelligence of this pup. You can almost see the wheels turning in his little head.
Oskar is out of Winnie by Lido.
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