DOCSLIB.ORG

Australian Shepherd

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
Australian Shepherd AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL KENNEL COUNCIL LTD Extended Breed Standard of THE BLACK AND TAN COONHOUND Produced by Australian National Kennel Council Ltd Standard adopted by the ANKC Ltd 2015 Approved 11 December 1990 by AKC Effective 30 January 1991 by AKC Breed Standard Extension adopted by the ANKC Ltd 2015 Country of Origin – USA Copyright Australian National Kennel Council Ltd 2015 Extended Standards are compiled purely for the purpose of training Australian judges and students of the breed. In order to comply with copyright requirements of authors, artists and photographers of material used, the contents must not be copied for commercial use or any other purpose. Under no circumstances may the Standard or Extended Standard be placed on the Internet without written permission of the ANKC Ltd. HISTORY OF THE BREED The Black and Tan Coonhound is believed to have descended from the Talbot Hound, which was known in England as far back as the 11th century, and the Bloodhound. In America, the Black and Tan Coonhound evolved from the Foxhounds that possessed treeing instinct and the black and tan color pattern. Owned by scouts and Indian fighters during the late 1700’s, the Black and Tan was the first coonhound to be considered a separate breed from the American Foxhound and was recognised in 1945. ! GENERAL APPEARANCE The Black and Tan Coonhound is first and fundamentally a working dog, a trail and tree hound, capable of withstanding the rigors of winter, the heat of summer, and the difficult terrain over which he is called upon to work. Used principally for trailing and treeing raccoon, the Black and Tan Coonhound runs his game entirely by scent. The characteristics and courage of the Coonhound also make him proficient on the hunt for Deer, Bear, Mountain Lion and other big game. Judges are asked to place great emphasis upon these facts when evaluating the merits of the dog. The general impression is that of power, agility and alertness. He immediately impresses one with his ability to cover the ground with powerful rhythmic strides. Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 2 The hound should appear fit and in proper condition to do the job for which it was created. Substance is directly related to this as an animal not carrying the proper degree and quality of bone will not have the substance on which muscle may form, attach and develop to its optimal advantage Proportion: Measured from the point of shoulder to the buttocks and from withers to ground the length of body is equal to or slightly greater than the height of the dog at the withers. Height is in proportion to general conformation so that dog appears neither leggy nor close to the ground. Substance: Considering their job as a hunting dog, the individual should exhibit moderate bone and good muscle tone. Males are heavier in bone and muscle tone than females. ! TEMPERAMENT Even temperament, outgoing and friendly. As a working scent hound, must be able to work in close contact with other hounds. Some may be reserved but never shy or vicious. Aggression toward people or other dogs is most undesirable. ! HEAD The head is cleanly modelled. From the back of the skull to the nose the head measures from 9 to 10 inches in males and from 8 to 9 inches in females. Expression is alert, friendly and eager. The skin is devoid of folds. Nostrils well open and always black. The flews are well developed with typical hound appearance. Penalise excessive wrinkles. Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 3 Showing how excessive flews can Uneven planes: Top of muzzle and be hidden with a taut lead. Relax top of the head are not parallel Excessive flews lead to check flews Snipey; pointed muzzle Coarse head showing excessive Coarse head from front view is stop; Rottweiler looking too broad: Rottweiler looking Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 4 Skull tends toward oval outline. Medium stop occurring midway between occiput bone and nose. Viewed from profile the line of the skull is on a practically parallel plane to the foreface or muzzle. The head is a unique feature of the B&T and although it is immediately recognizable as a scent hound and apparent kin to both the Bloodhound and the Basset, chiefly through the ears and ear set, there are key differences which make it unique. The head is cleanly modelled and the muzzle and skull should form equal parts, creating a balanced picture. The top is parallel and in profile displays practically parallel planes between skull and muzzle. The skull forms an oval outline when viewed from above. The flews should be well developed. There should not be excessive wrinkle nor any folds. Common faults include broad coarse heads and deep chiseled stops often going hand in hand with short high set ears. ! EYES From hazel to dark brown in colour, almost round and not deeply set. Penalise yellow or light eyes. Whilst it is not specifically mentioned there should not be too much visible haw as the dog is a hunter and as such a tighter eye is preferred for maintenance reasons. ! EARS Low set at eye level or lower placed well back on the head. The ears are low set and well back. They hang in graceful folds, giving the dog a majestic appearance. In length they extend naturally well beyond the tip of the nose and are set at eye level or lower. Penalise ears that do not reach the tip of the nose and are set too high on the head. Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 5 EAR FAULTS Above left: Ears good length, but set on too high Above centre: Ears too short and set on too high Above right: Ears set on good position, but too short and flat; not folded Left: Front view of short, flat ears, gives dog a clownish look ! MOUTH Teeth fit evenly with scissors bite. Penalise excessive deviation from scissors bite. ! NECK The neck is muscular, sloping, medium length. The skin is devoid of excess dewlap. ! FOREQUARTERS Powerfully constructed shoulders. The forelegs are straight, with elbows turning neither in nor out; pasterns strong and erect. Correct front Too narrow Elbows turned out; Too wide/broad, Toed-out pigeon-toed loaded shoulder Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 6 ! BODY The back is level, powerful and strong. The dog possesses full, round, well sprung ribs, avoiding flat sidedness. Chest reaches at least to the elbows. Body: Overall proportion calls for a hound that is equal in size from the withers to the ground as it is from the point of shoulder to the buttocks or slightly longer. Taking into consideration the resulting outline given the proper angulation – bend of stifle behind, presence of forechest in front, we see a slightly off square profile of a hound that stands over plenty of ground. IDEAL CONFORMATION Measured from the point of shoulder to the buttocks and from withers to ground the length of body is equal to or slightly greater than the height of the dog at the withers. Height is in proportion to general conformation so that dog appears neither leggy nor close to the ground. POINT OF WITHERS POINT OF SHOULDER BODY TOO LONG BODY TOO SHORT Too far outside the measurement box. This dog’s point of shoulder to buttocks measurement is much Too leggy longer than it’s withers to ground measurement Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 7 ! HINDQUARTERS Quarters are well boned and muscled. From hip to hock long and sinewy, hock to pad short and strong. Stifles and hocks well bent and not inclining either in or out. When standing on a level surface, the hind feet are set back from under the body and the leg from pad to hock is at right angles to the ground. Fault- Rear dewclaws. Too wide and/or splayed Too narrow Cow Hocked CORRECT REAR ! TAIL The tail is strong, with base slightly below level of backline, carried free and when in action at approximately right angle to back. PROPER TAIL SHAPE AND SET ‘The tail is strong, with base slightly below level of backline, carried free and when in action at approximately rigtht angle to back.’ Extended Breed Standard of the Black and Tan Coonhound - Page 8 ! FEET Compact, with well knuckled, strongly arched toes and thick, strong pads. Penalise flat or splayed feet. CORRECT COONHOUND FEET FEET FAULTS ‘Feet are compact, with well Sloping pasterns Flat feet Splayed feet knuckled, strongly arched toes and thick, strong pads.’ ! COAT The coat is short but dense to withstand rough going. ! COLOUR As the name implies, the colour is coal black with rich tan markings above eyes, on sides of muzzle, chest, legs and breeching, with black pencil markings on toes. Penalise lack of rich tan markings, excessive areas of tan markings, excessive black coloration. Faults- White on chest or other parts of body is highly undesirable, and a solid patch of white which extends more than one inch in any direction is a disqualification. Colour and marking are given considerable latitude, ranging from a very deep mahogany to a lighter clearer tan. Animals completely lacking in markings where called for are to be faulted as are those with excessive amounts of tan, most often seen running high up the legs, completely covering the feet, presenting a solid broad patch of tan across the chest or across the bridge of the nose. Animals lacking the correct markings are most often seen on the head or face through the absence of “pumpkinseeds” over the eyes or missing in other areas.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • THE DACHSHUND UNIQUE ORIGIN: the Word “Dachshund” Is German
    THE DACHSHUND UNIQUE ORIGIN: The word “Dachshund” is German and means “Badger Dog” or “Badger Hound.” They first appeared on the scene in the 15th Century. Its name is pronounced “Dock-sun” not “Dash-hound.” They were bred to hunt and chase down badgers and to burrow and dig quickly. Dachshunds also would work in packs and bring down deer and boar. They are considered the national dog of Germany; however, they actually lost their popularity in World War I because of their German origin. The first Dachshund dog show was in England in 1859, and they were a favorite of Queen Victoria. PERSONALITY: The Dachshund is playful, clever, brave and determined. They can display independence and be stubborn. Dachshunds usually bond more closely with one individual in the family. It’s their instinct to dig and burrow so you’ll often find them burrowed in blankets and under the covers in your bed! Children and Dachshunds make great companions; however, you must teach them how to properly play with this little dog as they have a tendency to have back problems and it can be exacerbated if they are handled incorrectly. They have a keen sense of smell and will wander off if they pick up an interesting scent. Dachshunds have such a loveable spunk and make great pets. They are very social animals and want to be around their family at all times. APPEARANCE: According to H.L. Mencken, “A Dachshund is a half-dog high and a dog-and-a-half long” – they are long and low to the ground.
    [Show full text]
  • Black Bear Tracking Dog License Application (PDF)
    For Office Use Only LICENSE DURATION 1 Year or 5Years Black Bear License # ________________ Fee Paid $ _______________ LICENSE FEE Tracking Dog License ☐ ☐ $25.00 1 Year Check # _____________ Application ☐ 00 $100. 5 Year ☐ M.O. # ______________ For more information on this license visit www.dec.ny.gov/permits/25006.html *APPLICANT INFORMATION name / date of birth ____________________________________________ _____________________________________ _________ ___________________ Last First M.I. DOB (mm/dd/yyyy) address _______________________________________ _______________ ________________________________________________________ Street Address Apartment/Unit City ______________________________________________________________________________ ________________ ______________________ County State Zip Code email / ____________________________________________________________________________________ ( _________ ) _________ - ______________ telephone Email Telephone *Provide your NYS Hunting License ID # (must be current year license) *FACILITY / BUSINESS INFORMATION (Complete this section if different from above.) facility / business name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ address _________________________________________ _______________ _____________________________________________________ Street Address Apartment/Unit City _______________________________________ ___________ ___________________ ( _________ ) __________ - ________________ County State Zip
    [Show full text]
  • Dog Breeds of the World
    Dog Breeds of the World Get your own copy of this book Visit: www.plexidors.com Call: 800-283-8045 Written by: Maria Sadowski PlexiDor Performance Pet Doors 4523 30th St West #E502 Bradenton, FL 34207 http://www.plexidors.com Dog Breeds of the World is written by Maria Sadowski Copyright @2015 by PlexiDor Performance Pet Doors Published in the United States of America August 2015 All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including photocopying, recording, or by any information retrieval and storage system without permission from PlexiDor Performance Pet Doors. Stock images from canstockphoto.com, istockphoto.com, and dreamstime.com Dog Breeds of the World It isn’t possible to put an exact number on the Does breed matter? dog breeds of the world, because many varieties can be recognized by one breed registration The breed matters to a certain extent. Many group but not by another. The World Canine people believe that dog breeds mostly have an Organization is the largest internationally impact on the outside of the dog, but through the accepted registry of dog breeds, and they have ages breeds have been created based on wanted more than 340 breeds. behaviors such as hunting and herding. Dog breeds aren’t scientifical classifications; they’re It is important to pick a dog that fits the family’s groupings based on similar characteristics of lifestyle. If you want a dog with a special look but appearance and behavior. Some breeds have the breed characterics seem difficult to handle you existed for thousands of years, and others are fairly might want to look for a mixed breed dog.
    [Show full text]
  • FINNISH HOUND Native Breed of FINLAND - SUOMENAJOKOIRA (FCI General Committee, Helsinki, October 2013)
    FINNISH HOUND Native breed of FINLAND - SUOMENAJOKOIRA (FCI General Committee, Helsinki, October 2013) (FCI Show Judges Commission, Cartagena, February 2013) FINNISH HOUND – suomenajokoira FCI Group 6 Section 1.2 Breed number 51 Date of publication of the official valid standard 17/07/1997. Official breed club in Finland, Finnish Hound Association – Suomen Ajokoirajärjestö - Finska Stövarklubben ry versio b//SAJ/ Auli Haapiainen-Liikanen 24.12.2014 proved History of the breed In Finland in the beginning of 19th century there were in addition to the Finnish country dogs also many dogs resembling the European hound breeds.The systematic development of the Finnish Hound breed can be said to have begun when hunting enthusiasts established Suomen Kennelklubi, a precursor of the Finnish Kennel Club, in 1889. One of their first desires was the development of a hound-type breed for Finnish conditions. As the breeds introduced to our country from abroad, primarily Russia, Sweden and England, did not meet the requirements of the Finnish hunting community, a group of active hunters began to search the existing Finnish dog population for individuals with the best hunting traits. The aim was to breed a native hound-type dog from them. The first standard was written in 1932. The breeding associations in different parts of the country were very important to the development of the breed. Three dogs were selected from the first dog show arranged by Suomen Kennelklubi and eight more were added the next year. The first breed characteristics were determined on the basis of these dogs in 1893. Reddish brown was confirmed as the approved colour.
    [Show full text]
  • OTTERHOUND Official UKC Breed Standard Scenthound Group ©Copyright 1992, United Kennel Club Revised January 1, 2009
    OTTERHOUND Official UKC Breed Standard Scenthound Group ©Copyright 1992, United Kennel Club Revised January 1, 2009 CHARACTERISTICS They have an open and amiable expression. Their temperament is amiable, boisterous and even tempered. The Otterhound has an extremely sensitive nose, and is inquisitive and persevering in investigating scents. Since the Otterhound hunts on both land and water, it requires a combination of characteristics that is unique among hounds. These include a rough, double coat and substantial, webbed feet. The Otterhound should never be penalized when shown in working condition. Any departure from the breed standard is to be penalized according to the degree of deviation. The goals and purposes of this breed standard include: HEAD to furnish guidelines for breeders who wish to maintain The large head is deep rather than wide, and is well the quality of their breed and to improve it; to advance covered with hair. A hound that is 26 inches in height this breed to a state of similarity throughout the world; measures from 11 to 12 inches from the tip of the nose and to act as a guide for judges. to the occiput. Breeders and judges have the responsibility to avoid SKULL - The skull is not coarse or overdone. It is slightly any conditions or exaggerations that are detrimental to domed and rises from the stop to a slight peak at the the health, welfare, essence and soundness of this occiput. The cheekbones are clean. breed, and must take the responsibility to see that MUZZLE - The muzzle is strong, deep and slightly these are not perpetuated.
    [Show full text]
  • Info Relative to the Beagle Breed
    Information Relative to The Beagle Breed by Ardie Haydon Copyright© 1996 PERSONALITY The Beagle is a small scent hound, bred to track rabbit and hare while the hunter follows on foot. They are short coated and usually a sturdy little hound. They come in two varieties: 13" (not exceeding 13" from floor to top of withers) and 15" (over 13" but not exceeding 15" at the top of the withers). Any hound color is acceptable. You will see a great variation in their hair color, although the most common are black, tan and white (tri), lemon and white, tan and white or blue-tick with a lot of dark ticking on the white parts of the Beagle. The purebred should always display white feet and white on the tip of the tail and usually a white chest. Some Beagles do have some brown ticking on the white areas, but this does not mean they are a blue-tick. Some are very dark with hardly any white markings at all. Because Beagles are scent hounds, they can be roamers, if not confined to an escape-proof yard. Fences should be high enough to prevent climbing and secured at the base to prevent digging out. Gates should have good latches and be child-proof, preferably locked. However, not all Beagles are climbers or diggers. This usually happens if they are left outside without any attention from the family or other dogs. They do best as an indoor/outdoor dog and should sleep indoors at night. Beagles are very inquisitive and active during their first 1-1/2 to 2 years.
    [Show full text]
  • Dog Breeds in Groups
    Dog Facts: Dog Breeds & Groups Terrier Group Hound Group A breed is a relatively homogeneous group of animals People familiar with this Most hounds share within a species, developed and maintained by man. All Group invariably comment the common ancestral dogs, impure as well as pure-bred, and several wild cousins on the distinctive terrier trait of being used for such as wolves and foxes, are one family. Each breed was personality. These are feisty, en- hunting. Some use created by man, using selective breeding to get desired ergetic dogs whose sizes range acute scenting powers to follow qualities. The result is an almost unbelievable diversity of from fairly small, as in the Nor- a trail. Others demonstrate a phe- purebred dogs which will, when bred to others of their breed folk, Cairn or West Highland nomenal gift of stamina as they produce their own kind. Through the ages, man designed White Terrier, to the grand Aire- relentlessly run down quarry. dogs that could hunt, guard, or herd according to his needs. dale Terrier. Terriers typically Beyond this, however, generali- The following is the listing of the 7 American Kennel have little tolerance for other zations about hounds are hard Club Groups in which similar breeds are organized. There animals, including other dogs. to come by, since the Group en- are other dog registries, such as the United Kennel Club Their ancestors were bred to compasses quite a diverse lot. (known as the UKC) that lists these and many other breeds hunt and kill vermin. Many con- There are Pharaoh Hounds, Nor- of dogs not recognized by the AKC at present.
    [Show full text]
  • Basset Hound History.Pages
    A Brief History of the Breed The Basset Hound is a long, low, scenting hound of French ancestry. His many admirers consider him to be among the most beautiful and unusual of all hounds, his dignified look owing in great part to a large, majestic head adorned with long, velvety ears, a wrinkled brow and dark, soulful eyes. The Basset Hound remains one of the most easily recognizable of all dog breeds. THE Basset Français, or the Basset Hound, as he is known to us, is undoubtedly one of the oldest breeds of dogs, and has existed in France in exactly the same type that he does today for many centuries. The French, however, have kept no systematic records of sports and sporting dogs, and it is only within the last few years, since the English have taken up the breed, that the history of the Basset Hound has been collected and written. They were down to the seventeenth century known in France as Chiens d'Artois, but since then this name has been transferred to and used only to designate the large Picardy Hounds, and the breed under discussion has been given the name of Basset. The Basset Français and the Basset Allemand, or, as he is better known, the Dachshund, had undoubtedly a common origin; but the Basset Hound of today has maintained all the characteristics of a true Hound, whereas the Dachshund has some of the attributes of a Terrier. The statement in the Basset Hound Standard for the FEDERATION CYNOLOGIQUE INTERNATIONALE (FCI) states: The Basset was reputedly bred by monks in France in the Middle Ages to hunt in heavy cover and is able to hold its nose close to the ground.
    [Show full text]
  • Black and Tan Coonhound
    FEDERATION CYNOLOGIQUE INTERNATIONALE (AISBL) SECRETARIAT GENERAL: 13, Place Albert 1 er B – 6530 Thuin (Belgique) ______________________________________________________________________________ 04.10.2002/EN FCI-Standard N° 300 BLACK AND TAN COONHOUND This illustration does not necessarily show the ideal example of the breed. 2 ORIGIN : USA. DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THE OFFICIAL VALID STANDARD : 30.01.1991. UTILIZATION : Hound. FCI-CLASSIFICATION : Group 6 Scent hounds and related breeds. Section 1 Large-sized hounds. Without working trial. GENERAL APPEARANCE : The Black and Tan Coonhound is first and fundamentally a working dog, a trail and tree hound, capable of withstanding the rigors of winter, the heat of summer, and the difficult terrain over which he is called upon to work. Used principally for trailing and treeing raccoon, the Black an Tan Coonhound runs his game entirely by scent. The characteristics and courage of the Coonhound also make him proficient on the hunt for deer, bear, mountain lion and other big game. Judges are asked by the club sponsoring the breed to place great emphasis upon these facts when evaluating the merits of the dog. The general impression is that of power, agility and alertness. He immediately impresses one with his ability to cover the ground with powerful rhythmic strides. Considering their job as a hunting dog, the individual should exhibit moderate bone and good muscle tone. Males are heavier in bone and muscle tone than females. IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS : • Measured from the point of shoulder to the buttocks and from withers to ground the length of body is equal to or slightly greater than the height of the dog at the withers.
    [Show full text]
  • Dog Breed DNA and Survey Results: What Kind of Dog Is That? the Dogs () DNA Results Survey Results
    Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program College of Veterinary Medicine (https://sheltermedicine.vetmed.ufl.edu) Dog Breed DNA and Survey Results: What Kind of Dog is That? The Dogs () DNA Results Survey Results Dog 01 Top Responses 25% Toy Fox Terrier Golden Retriever 25% Harrier Pomeranian 15.33% Anatolian Shetland Sheepdog Shepherd Cocker Spaniel 14% Chinese Crested Chihuahua Dog 02 Top Responses 50% Catahoula Leopard Labrador Retriever Dog American Staffordshire 25% Siberian Husky Terrier 9.94% Briard No Predominant Breed 5.07 Airedale Terrier Border Collie Pointer (includes English Pointer) Dog 03 Top Responses 25% American Labrador Retriever Staffordshire German Shepherd Dog 25% German Shepherd Rhodesian Ridgeback 25% Lhasa Apso No Predominant Breed 25% Dandie Dinmont Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Dog 04 Top Responses 25% Border Collie Wheaten Terrier, Soft Coated 25% Tibetan Spaniel Bearded Collie 12.02% Catahoula Leopard Dog Briard 9.28% Shiba Inu Cairn Terrier Tibetan Terrier Dog 05 Top Responses 25% Miniature Pinscher Australian Cattle Dog 25% Great Pyrenees German Shorthaired Pointer 10.79% Afghan Hound Pointer (includes English 10.09% Nova Scotia Duck Pointer) Tolling Retriever Border Collie No Predominant Breed Dog 06 Top Responses 50% American Foxhound Beagle 50% Beagle Foxhound (including American, English, Treeing Walker Coonhound) Harrier Black and Tan Coonhound Pointer (includes English Pointer) Dog 07 Top Responses 25% Irish Water Spaniel Labrador Retriever 25% Siberian Husky American Staffordshire Terrier 25% Boston
    [Show full text]
  • HOUND GROUP Photos Compliments of A.K.C
    HOUND GROUP Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H AFGHAN HOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H AMERICAN ENGLISH COONHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H AMERICAN FOXHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H AZAWAKH HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BASENJI HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BASSET HOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BEAGLE HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BLACK AND TAN COONHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BLOODHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BLUETICK COONHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H BORZOI HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H CIRNECO DELL’ETNA HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H DACHSHUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H ENGLISH FOXHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H GRAND BASSET GRIFFON VENDEEN HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H GREYHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H HARRIER HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H IBIZAN HOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H IRISH WOLFHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C. Wyoming 4-H OTTERHOUND HOUND Photos Compliments of A.K.C.
    [Show full text]
  • Quiet Creek Bloodhounds a Lifetime of Crowning Achievements
    Exceptional Hounds QUIET CREEK BLOODHOUNDS A LIFETIME OF CROWNING ACHIEVEMENTS About an hour and half from Hollywood, tucked in the San Joaquin Hills of Laguna Canyon in California, is a kennel called Quiet Creek Bloodhounds. Many blue-ribbon hounds track their beginning to Quiet Creek and breeder Susan LaCroix Hamil. A famous movie star Bloodhound, “Rocky” (CH Quiet Creek’s Stand By Me), who was “Hubert” in the 2000 comedy “Best in Show,” came from Quiet Creek. In a hilarious scene, Christopher Guest as owner Harlan Pepper takes Hubert on a walk in the woods before a dog show. “Bloodhounds have a great nose, and they can also talk,” says Pepper, scrunching the loose skin on Hubert’s fore- head as the hound smooches his cheek. “His mind is like telepathy telling the judge, ‘Hey, judge, I know what you’re thinking. I am the best dog in the whole ring.’” “I heard about auditions for Best in Show and took Rocky and several Bloodhounds for Christopher Guest to see, and when we took Rocky out, Mr. Guest went right to him,” says Susan, the 2006 American Kennel Club (AKC) Hound Group Quiet Creek Bloodhound Breeder of the Year. “Rocky was a dog who could walk in a breeder Susan LaCroix Hamil room and capture everyone's attention. He acted like a star.” cuddles a 7-week-old puppy. Rocky was sired by a real Best in Show winner, CH Badger Creek Druid. Serendipitously, Susan brought the young male a call home to husband to her kennel in 1991 after a Dr.
    [Show full text]