Testimonials from Jayhawker Brittany owners (Just started this page Oct 2006 ) :
Submitted by: Vic Retherford of Baker City Oregon , Nov 19 2006
In my opinion, Lori Haldorson is one of the elite in breeding Brittany dogs. I have through correspondence discussed her goals of breeding the Brittany and it always comes down to developing a quality dual dog. She researches extensively and plans her litters to seek specific results. I believe her success has been amazing as can be evidenced by the beauty and competitive success of the pups she has whelped.
I met Lori through her Jayhawker Brit website a little over 5 1/2 years
ago. I saw that she had two quality breedings planned and decided that I just had to have a pup from the BISS/DC/AFC Masked Shoshoni Warchief/Intl.Ch Jayhawker's Dangerous Dixie breeding. After contacting her and relating some of my history with brits, Lori agreed to put me on her waiting list.
Out of this breeding, I got my best friend, hunting partner, and competition dog, BISS/AM.CA.CH/Jayhawker's Masked Bandit. The help and support Lori gave me was beyond imagination. God only knows how many emails with questions, brags, etc. I have sent and she has never failed to respond. Her advise is much respected and appreciated by me and carefully considered before I make decisions regarding my dog Bandit.
Thanks Lori and keep up the good work!!
Vic Retherford
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Submitted by: Patti and Blair Frostad on November 13 2006 - High River Alberta
We commenced our search for a Brittany pup about 3 years ago when we came across Lori's website. We contacted her and expressed our wishes, which were simple, that we just wanted a calm house pet and were not concerned at all about showing the dog. At that time the next breeding was with AFTCH/FTCH CH. Kinwashkly Smoking Hank FDX and CH. Jayhawker Magical Misty Fortwo. We researched the breeding and what Lori had put together over a period of years was quite outstanding, leaving us with confidence that a pup from her would certainly satisfy our requirements.
On September 14, 2004 the pups arrived and some 8 weeks later a calm little male puppy picked us as his life long companions. In the 2 years since we have had Quinn http://www.jayhawkerbrittanys.com/quinn.htm he has finished his Canadian Championship, obtained his Field Dog Junior (FDJ), won an Open Derby for points towards his field title, and is currently working towards his Companion Dog (CD) accreditation. This year is his first hunting season, which he absolutely loves - he has a great nose for the birds. All this attests to the traits of the "Versatile Brittany" and Lori's desire for duality of the breed. So much for just a house pet!
It has to be said that we have met so many great people with the ownership of Quinn. We have to express our thanks as well to all the support that Vern and Kim Brunen have given us in field training Quinn.
To summarize, we are so pleased with Quinn and Lori's eye for breeding that we will be picking up our second male pup in February from a joint breeding with the Jayhawker and Islandview kennels.
Patti and Blair Frostad
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Submitted by: Greg Biamonte on Oct 25, 2006 ( Jayhawker's Just Casey ) Edmonton Alberta
Hello everyone!!
I am exceedingly happy with the dog I purchased from Jayhawker Kennels. The dog exceeded all my expectaions thus far though he is only 9 months old. He already hunts ducks and upland game birds like Pheasant and Hungarian Partridge.
Here for example is an experience I had this past weekend.
My father and I took Casey (our 8 1/2 month old Brittany) Pheasant hunting for 2 days in southern Alberta. The birds we were pursuing were not "released" birds, but the wild ones. Casey had been exposed to "released" Pheasants on a couple of previous occasions and I had spent considerable time training him with a frozen pheasant since August. He was already well familiar with the scent of a Pheasant. What I was unsure of was how he would deal with a running bird.
When we reached the designated area, I equipped Casey with his "skid pad" chest protector and a "beeper" collar. The chest protector is useful in limiting burr attachments on his chest and belly, as well as prevent brush from stripping hair and scratching his underside. The "beeper collar" sounds when Casey locks up into a point.
Once we were ready, I released Casey from his traveling crate, gave the command to "hunt the bird" and began to follow him. Characteristically, Casey runs with his nose down for about 25 yards, then stops, raises his head to scent the wind, and checks back for my position. He never lets me out of his sight. Casey quarters and extends as much as 50 yards in front of me. When he gets wind of a bird, he snaps into the direction of the bird like someone yanked on his leash. Nose down, he then investigates further.
There were a couple notable events in the day for Casey. One was when he found a wily old rooster Pheasant. We were hunting in an area already passed over by another group of hunters with dogs. Casey had been quartering about 40 yards in front of me when I heard his "beeper collar" sounding. I look over to him and saw him pointing in an unlikely spot for a Pheasant. I was not sure if he had spotted a snow bunting, a rabbit or something else but carefully played along. I slowly walked over to Casey with gun at the ready while encouraging and coaxing Casey by repeatedly saying "eeeaaassyy" "eeeeaaasssy". When I reached Casey, I slowly walked past him...but no bird flushed. I then commanded Casey to "find the bird". At this command, Casey jammed his nose against the ground and moved on the hot trail of the Pheasant. His tail wagging profusely. He also stopped, puffed his lips and snorted a couple times, I had never seen Casey snort or slink along the ground like that before. I knew something was up. He bulldozed through brush and I knew he must be on a running Pheasant. In less than a minute we had covered about 60 yards. Suddenly, a long tailed rooster exploded from the grass about 20 yards in front of us. I loosed two shots but missed both. Casey did not seem to care. He was so excited, he chased the bird for over 100 yards as it flew off into the distance. I let Casey go and savor the moment. After all, hunting was supposed to be fun for everyone.
Over the course of the 2 days, we put up 21 Pheasant and over 60 Hungarian Partridge. We all had a great time nonetheless.
I cannot imagine how good the dog will be next year.
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Submitted by: Ed & Janet Rossie on Oct 24, 2006 , Regina Beach, Saskatchewan
Ch. Jayhawker's Sienna Marnier - OFA Excellent / CERF Clear ,
Ch. Jayhawker's Caramel Marnier - OFA Good / CERF Clear
We decided to own a Brittany about 5 years ago, we looked at all the breeders, noting their commitment to Hips, as we knew this was breed issue.
Lori Haldorson at Jayhawker Brittanys was the most diligent breeder we could find on the web, she was committed to breeding only the best Brittany's that she could.
We started out looking for a PET. we fell in love with a Brittany "Show" and "Field" dog that Lori had bred. Lori would not sell her to us unless we agreed to either show or field train her, and have her hips OFA certified at 2 years.
We loved that dog and so we agreed and signed a contract on the dotted line...
Have we been repayed? You Bet! Many times over. Sienna (Ch Jayhawkers Sienna Marnier) had her OFA xray at the University Hospital in Saskatoon and the doctor there brought me into the xray room to show me what he believed was the best Hips he had ever seen!
That was when we agreed to Breed Sienna, because we know nothing about Dogs, but we knew we had something special, and if Lori was committed to breed dogs like that we were more than willing to help her along....
check out her website at www.jayhawkerbrittanys.com we did and now we are also committed to helping Lori breed the Best Brittanys.
Ed & Jan Rossie.
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Submitted by: Franco Tallarico on Oct 23, 2006 - Jayhawker's Princess Leia FDJ , FD ( One win on her FDX and only needs 3 more points for Show title ) Vancouver BC
I am very glad I went with Jayhawkers. Lori was a dream to deal with. Professional and very helpful. Our dog, Jayhawker's Princess Leia, is doing exceptionally well in the field. She got her FD in three consecutive tests and scored 98 on her first leg of FDX! She also has 7 points twards her show title with a major win under her collar.....I highly recommend Jayhawkers if you're at all serious about an awesome dual dog. Bred for Field and Conformation....ALWAYS>>>
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Submitted by: Ann Harris on Oct 23, 2006 -Tess - Am.Ch./Cdn.Ch./NBPISS/BPIS Jayhawker I'm A Teddy Bear Too, Am. RN (OFA good, Elbows normal, Thyroid Normal, Heart normal, Cerf and Patellar normal) - Zepher Ontario
After 25 years of German Shorthaired Pointers I decided a smaller dog was needed and decided on a brittany. I very luckily found Lori who sent me the very best brittany anyone could possibly have. She (at 3) is now Am.Cdn. Ch. Jayhawker I'm A Teddy Bear Too, Am. RN, (OFA Good, Elbows Normal, Heart Normal, Cerf'd, Thyroid normal and Patella normal)aka Tess, is without doubt the dog of my dreams. She has a tremendous work ethic and will succeed in any field I decide to turn her to. I couldn't wish for a more ethical and supportive breeder than Lori - she believes in health testing and testing the dogs in the field and show ring - this was very important to me. Tess is certainly a credit to her breeding program.
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Submited by Bob Meanley : Ch.Jayhawker's Agent Ninety Nine FDJ - OFA Good. ( Dallas ) Ch.Jayhawker's Maxwell Smart FD ( Max) Coquitlam BC Canada
" Lori Haldorson is, in my opinion, the premier Brittany Breeder in Western Canada and possibly in the entire country. Her dedication to dual show and field champions is well established and backed by solid placements across the board in every form of competition. She is committed to enhancing the Brittany line through a careful assessment of both the pedigree and genetic strength of every breeding. Further, Lori works exceedingly hard to ensure that each new pup is properly placed to ensure that it will develop it's maximum potential. Lori is never content to simply place her pups; she monitors their development closely and is always ready to provide guidance and assistance. For more evidence of her knowledge, dedication and commitment please refer to http://www.jayhawkerbrittanys.com . It is well worth the time to review this site. I trust Lori's judgment totally and would never hesitate to recommend her, and the Jayhawker line to any prospective Brittany owner. I consider myself fortunate to have a Jayhawker dog, but more importantly to have met Lori, and observed her level of dedication. I have said this previously, but I will repeat: the Jayhawker Brittany line is the best available anywhere. If you want a Brittany go to Lori Haldorson and pick from the best. I assure you that you will not be disappointed. If I can be of further assistance please feel free to contact me at rwmeanley@telus.net I'd welcome your calls. Thanks, Bob Meanley Coquitlam BC " "
Bob Meanley
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