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Imis of Willowall
(Gravel x Tina) I believe that Imis has
proven himself to be one of the most influential JRT stud dogs in
history. His almost unique ability to improve the structure (and,
therefore, the movement) of virtually any bitch has benefited not only my
breeding program, but that of many others as well. The excellent reach
and drive and angulation coupled with the equal forearm and shoulder blade
he consistently produced created the effortless ground covering stride
that should be indicative of this breed and its working heritage.
Thankfully this generic predisposition is being carried on by his get and
his grand-get. At his death at 15, he was still CERF clear and arthritis
clear. I often wondered if, as he was sunning himself in the garden, if
he could possibly realize how venerated he would become. (Click on
pictures to see enlargements).
Treehouse Daisy
(Pleasant Valley Chase x
Treehouse Topaz) Pictured here at 14 years young. Although she was not
purchased to be a brood bitch, Daisy went on produce several AKC
champions, including CH Blackbriar Watch Me, the #1 JRT all systems in
2000 and the #1 dog in 2001. She also produced several other champions in
her own right as well as being the grand dam or great grand dam of many
others. Thankfully she never produced her body color, rather she always
imparted good, rich color in all the right spots!. Her joy of living,
snuggling deep under covers, finding that last scrap of dropped food are
all firmly entrenched in her downline kids. Even now, at 16 years old,
she rules the roost with an iron paw! She demands respect from the
youngsters, keeps the intrepid squirrels in check, digs up a storm and, in
general, is still ALL PRT!
Parkins RoseBay Willow
(Fox Grove Parkins Spike x Fox Grove Parkins Snap)
Willow is an English import from Steve Parkins. It took several months to
convince Steve to sell her to me, time that was well spent! Willow has
directly produced 5 champions making her Dam of the Year in 2000. Seven
of her grand-kids and 5 great grand-kids have also earned their
championships. Her contribution of exceptional breed type have proven
invaluable to my breeding program.
With these three dogs I began an quest
to produce a terrier that had it all! I sought the conformation that
would enable them to live up to their heritage, the coat that retains it
wonderful dirt shedding quality, the temperament to add to my life as well
as to that of other families who chose a Blackbriar pup. It is a terrific
feeling to look back at the last 16 years and feel I was on course to
achieve my goals. No dog is perfect, but I believe that mine come close.
Look at the photos of below (click to enlarge) as see what a PRT should
move like and I think you will see why I am proud of my dogs. These
photos show the low hocks, laid back shoulder, long fore arm that are
mandatory for good movement and soundness over a long lifetime.
CH Blackbriar Balvenie
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