Reece German Wirehaired Pointers

06/20/2024

REHOMING GWP that needs a very specific home with EXPERIENCED hunting/working dog owners. A home with one or two owners that is not busy with people in and out (no kids or other dogs/cats) Please contact Meghan at [email protected] or 803-427-0714 for more information.

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Stella 5yr old NAVHDA NA Prize I GWP available for hunting home.

Hunting machine, strong drive; has hunted in South Carolina, Kansas, Virginia, and Maine. She has pointed and retrieved Maine Ruffed Grouse, Kansas Pheasant and Quail, Virginia Woodcock, South Carolina Quail, Ducks, Woodcock, and Doves. Has had contacts with 190+Woodcock, 40+ Ruffed Grouse, retrieved 20+ Ducks, and 50+ Doves. Pointed 8+ wild coveys of quail in SC. Estimated 300+ pen-raised quail in training and release bird scenarios.

Stella is extremely obedient, crate trained, great recall, heels, etc. Easy to have in the house with a good on/off switch.

She hunts well with other dogs in the field and woods when off lead, but will only be placed in a one-dog home with no children or cats. Stella is a one or two-person dog and does not do well with a lot of people coming in and out of the house or with strangers. She is protective and anxious around other people; must be in a home that does not have a revolving door.

She hunts well in thick cover (30-40yds) staying tight to the hunters and when the cover opens, ranges out to 100 yds quickly. She will run big in wide open prairie areas and effectively hunts cover and the wind. Loves the water.

She has primarily been hunted solo, and is steady to wing and shot. If you routinely hunt with other dogs, she can be steadied on backing.

Trained for the NAVHDA UT and could be easily finished if desired. She has had professional obedience and retrieving training. No health issues; records available.

06/05/2024

Enthusiastic Retriever should be in the GWP breed standard.

Ashley Pearson and Indigo (BCK Reece Prepare To Die JH) working on their retrieving.

06/03/2024

Sometimes the evidence is right at the tip of your nose.

05/26/2024

Wire-News Spring 2024. Thank you to all of Truman’s puppies for helping Truman achieve ROM Superior.

He’s such a wonderful producer.

05/20/2024

Considering a Multi dog home? Here are a few points to consider.

1. ESTABLISH LEADERSHIP
Dogs, like children, thrive on consistency & routine. A strong leader or leaders will provide these which produces feelings of safety to the group.

2. CONSISTENCY
Consistency is important with a group. Allowing one thing one moment and not the next creates confusion and discord. This is stressful. Stress = reactivity. Be clear and concise with your rules. Establish relationships with each individual dog this goes a long way towards respect.

3. CONTROL RESOURCES
Food, attention, petting, praise, toys, and even access to certain areas or resting spots are considered valuable to dogs within your group. Control of these resources, particularly food, can go a long way to keep peace and harmony. Be observant to what each dog finds valuable and take ownership of it. If you allow dogs on the furniture this is fine as long as they relinquish the spot when we ask and they do not use it to control other dogs in the family. This keeps the dog from feeling like they own a particular piece of real estate. The same goes for attention and petting. Never let a dog take control of my personal space without invitation.

4. CRATES AND GROUP ROTATION
Using crates as a safe zone to give dogs a quiet place to go from time to time is a must. A crate can provide an older dog a respite from a younger, rambunctious puppy that has no regard for personal space. Or just some down time for everyone if you have a large pack.

5. STABLE GROUP
Make sure your current group is running smoothly and stable before considering increasing numbers. And even then, a new addition can throw off your current stability. If you are having issues that just don’t seem to be responding to your training and management, I suggest getting help from a certified trainer/behaviorist in your area before things get to a point where coexistence is impossible.

05/20/2024

The ROM program with the German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America, celebrates some of the best producers within the GWP Community. Reece is proud to have owned three dogs that received the ROM Award. Please see the excerpt below from the GWPCA.
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2NBISS MBISS GCHG Reece Afterhours The Buck Stops Here JH RN CA V ROM Superior - Truman

CH Reece Woodwynd Daisy's Something To Talk About - Rumor

CH J an J Afterhours Dana JH ROM Superior - Dana

04/18/2024

04/14/2024

Looking to purchase a German Wirehaired Pointer? Start by finding the right breeder, here are some points to consider. Also visit www.GWPCA.com and go to Breeder Listing it's a great place to start your search.

1) RESEARCH THE BREEDER - The breeder should be able to provide references from previous puppy owners, fellow breeders/mentors, veterinaries and other organizations. Look for a breeder that is involved with, and a member of the AKC GWP parent club (GWPCA) as well as other AKC clubs or hunting clubs. A breeder should be involved with other people in the breed and with organizations that recognize and support your breed. The breeder should take health, temperament, conformation and hunting/working ability very serious when breeding.

2) RESEARCH THE BREEDERS LINES/PEDIGREE - Ask your breeder about trainability, drive and hunting style. Some lines are more adapted to hunt thick cover where others have lots of run and more suited for horseback. Not all lines excel in water work and some are natural retrievers and trackers. Some lines have a better on/off switch and can live in an active home while others must hunt and run more often. Talk to breeders about their stock.

3) HEALTH TESTING- Verify possible hereditary health clearances have been completed on the sire & dam and other generations before them. Performing/evaluating Hip and elbow xrays by OFA or PennHip as well as a full thyroid panel should be a minimum. Having eyes and cardiac evaluated by an expert in those areas as well as several DNA test such as vWD, EIC, DM and etc should also be considered and is performed by most respected GWP Breeders.

4) ENVIRONMENT - Ask the breeder how they raise their puppies, make sure they are properly socialized, are introduced to different sounds, people, surfaces and stimulations. Verify the breeder takes good care of their existing adult dogs, it will reflect how they take care of the puppies. Ask what inoculations and at what age they are given to the pups, what kind of food do they feed and at what age do they let their puppies go home.

5) CONTRACT - Breeders should have a contract available for you to review so that you understand what is expected from you and the breeder. Verify there are clauses for how to handle a pup that has genetic health issues. On the other hand also be cautious with contracts that are too demanding and restrictive.

6) DON'T COMPROMISE - Once you find a breeder that you feel comfortable with, has the same values as you with all aspects of dog ownership, don't compromise. So many buyers choose a breeding based on timing and location. This is a pup that will be with you for the next 10-15 years. Don't compromise integrity, values, health screenings and all the items I listed above to make a pup fit a certain time or a certain location. Don't let a vacation or the distance to drive make you compromise and get a lesser pup from a breeder that you have not developed a relationship with. If timing is critical to you a good breeder will help you find a pup from a breeder with similar values as them that will work with your timeframe.

Taking Home a Puppy is a Big Decision. Choose the Right Breed from the Right Breeder

04/07/2024

04/07/2024

Traveling with your GWP and want to find a safe place for him/her to run? Check out private dog parks for rent. https://www.sniffspot.com/

03/31/2024

Big Congrats to Summit (Ch Ghostwind Brace for Impact) and her owner Sherry Holt on her new AKC Championship, at 7 mths old and finishing at four shows with a Breed win over several specials. She is Truman’s 30th sired Champion.

And Bridger “GCH SLH Reece Bridge Over Troubled Water BCAT” owned by the Wagoner family earned his Grand Champship being shown by their daughter Kaylee Wagoner. Kaylee and Bridger also earned two placements in a tough junior showmanship class this weekend. He is also sired by Truman.

Congrats to the breeders on these wonderful dogs.

Summit breeders Sherry Holt, Sheri Ray, Angie Johnson.

Bridger breeders: Steve and Linda Handevidt, Angie Johnson and Melissa Lembke

03/26/2024

AWESOME...GWP finds the Perfect Home in TX with 20 acres to run. Thanks to everyone that shared my post. We helped another GWP and owner in need.

COURTSEY POSTING

HELP US FIND THE RIGHT HOME for this BOY

2 yr old GWP for your consideration. Active and sweet dog with a bit of obedience and agility training over the past year. He loves to retrieve but has had limited work in the field. Would love to be an only dog but also does well with females. No homes with male dogs or cats. He will make a great companion for an active home. Call or text the owners at 904-868-8283 for more information

03/17/2024

The AKC Standard says, “An intelligent, energetic, and determined hunter.”

“Hunter” is a key word there. The German Wirehaired Pointer is steady and sensible, but also rugged and busy. He has a high energy level and belongs with an equally athletic owner who will take him running, biking, and hiking and preferably work him in the field.

03/06/2024

Congrats to the winners of our 7k followers giveaway. Please IM Reece your mailing address to receive your magazines. Congrats

Caitlyn Zepeda
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03/03/2024

COURTESY POSTING

Available 4yr old GWP in Auburn, AL named Silas. Rehoming for various reasons, including new job and 3 kids has limited time to exercise, train and give the dog the attention he needs. Silas has basic obedience, in-home training, crate trained and is ecollar trained. Has not been hunted but loves retrieving. He will be neutered before placing

Contact Hayley Studzinski 662-801-6763

*Dog was not bred or owned by Reece this is a courtesy post to help a family so please contact Ms Hayley

03/03/2024

Truman is the grand sire on both side of these pups. Reminds me the first time that Belinda DeLaby and I introduced Truman to a bird during the puppy evaluation. After we pulled Truman off the bird we put him in an x-pen and tried the next dog. 8week old Truman tore down the x-pen to get another chance.

03/02/2024

GIVEAWAY

Thank you to all of our Reece German Wirehaired Pointers followers. We have now exceeded 7,000 followers.

We hope that over the last year we have provided lots of useful content. To celebrate, post a picture of your GWP in the comments and I will pick a few followers to mail past Wire-News' (the German Wirehaired Pointer Magazine)

02/28/2024

Line Breeding-Outcross-Inbreefing

These breeding concepts are considered by all responsible breeders when they are paring up dogs for future breeders. Here at Reece we have used all three concepts to achieve desired goals.

Today we are going to discuss some concepts behind Line breeding.

Line breeding is a selective breeding technique used in dogs (and other animals) to strengthen and maintain desirable traits within a particular bloodline or pedigree. It involves breeding individuals that are closely related, typically sharing one or more common ancestors, such as parent-offspring, sibling-sibling, or cousin-cousin matings. Line breeding is a form of inbreeding, but it is less extreme than close inbreeding such as parent-offspring mating.

The goal of line breeding is to concentrate the genetic contributions of specific ancestors or foundation dogs that possess desirable traits, such as conformation, temperament, working ability, or health. By selectively breeding related individuals that exhibit these desirable traits, breeders aim to increase the likelihood of passing on those traits to future generations while minimizing the introduction of undesirable genetic variations.

Key aspects and considerations of line breeding include:

GENETIC HOMOGENEITY: Line breeding aims to produce offspring with a high degree of genetic homogeneity, meaning they share a greater proportion of genes from common ancestors. This can help introduce or maintain desired traits within your program.

RISK OF GENETIC DISEASE: While line breeding can enhance desirable traits, it also increases the risk of expressing recessive genetic disorders or inherited defects, especially if the common ancestors carry these undesirable traits. Careful genetic screening and health testing of breeding stock are essential to minimize the risk of passing on hereditary diseases.

MAINTAINING GENETIC DIVERSITY: Line breeding should be approached with care to avoid excessive levels of inbreeding depression, which can lead to reduced fertility, vigor, and overall health in the offspring. Responsible breeders may periodically outcross (breed to unrelated individuals) to introduce genetic diversity and maintain the overall health and vitality of the breeding population.

PEDIGREE ANALYSIS: Before implementing line breeding, breeders carefully analyze pedigrees to identify individuals with desirable traits and assess their genetic contributions to the proposed breeding program. Part of this analyze consist of interviewing breeders and owners of dogs in the pedigree as well as verifying health clearances in OFA.

BREEDING GOALS: Line breeding should be conducted with clear breeding goals and objectives in mind. Breeders prioritize traits that are essential for the breed's function, conformation standards, temperament, and overall health. They select breeding pairs that complement each other's strengths and weaknesses while working towards improving the breed's overall quality.

Overall, line breeding is a tool used by responsible dog breeders to maintain and improve desirable traits within a breeding program while preserving the integrity of the breed. It requires careful planning, genetic knowledge, and a commitment to the long-term health and welfare of the dogs produced. Breeders should always prioritize the health, temperament, and well-being of the dogs they breed over any specific physical or performance traits.

02/28/2024

The German Wirehaired Pointer (GWP) is a breed of dog that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. The breed was developed by German hunters who wanted a versatile hunting dog capable of working in various terrains and climates. The exact ancestry of the GWP is not well-documented, but it is believed to have been bred from a combination of German Shorthaired Pointers, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons, Stichelhaar, Pudelpointers and various other breeds.

The development of the German Wirehaired Pointer began in the late 19th century when German hunters sought a dog that could effectively hunt and retrieve game in a variety of conditions, including dense brush, marshes, and water. They wanted a dog with a weather-resistant coat that could protect it from harsh elements and thick underbrush, as well as a keen sense of smell and strong hunting instincts.

The breed was officially recognized by the German Kennel Club (VDH) in 1928, and it gained popularity both in Germany and internationally for its versatility, intelligence, and strong work ethic. German Wirehaired Pointers became valued hunting companions for hunters of various game, including birds, rabbits, and even larger game such as deer and boar.

During World War II, the breed faced a decline in numbers, like many other breeds, due to the hardships of the war. However, dedicated breeders worked to preserve the breed, and it gradually regained popularity in the post-war years.
Today, the German Wirehaired Pointer is recognized by major kennel clubs worldwide, including the American Kennel Club (AKC), the United Kennel Club (UKC), and the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI). It is valued not only as a hunting dog but also as a loyal and affectionate family companion. Its distinctive wiry coat, webbed feet, and keen expression continue to make it a popular choice for hunters and dog enthusiasts alike.

02/21/2024

Available Puppies with many Reece GWP's in their pedigree. Contact AmWires for info.

These handsome boys are available to only the best families. These are all happy, healthy, bold puppies that will make great hunters and family pets! Parents are hunted, shown, excellent dispositions and fully OFA health tested.

02/18/2024

Bridger from Johnny x Alice taking Winners Dog at his first show weekend before winning BOW for a 3pt major. He is a mommas boy owned by Linda & John Eidemiller.

02/18/2024

Proud of these babies. Both puppies in their first show and both come back with majors.

“Summit” - Ghostwind Reece Brace for Impact. Had her first shows in CO, the first two days she wasn’t 6 mths so competed in 4-6 mth puppy where she won Two Best Puppy In Show. On Sunday she turned 6 mths old and moved to the big ring where she took winners for a four point major. Summit is owned by Sherry Holt and Bred by Sherry Holt, Sheri Ray and myself from the Truman x Envy litter.

“Bridger” - Ramblewood Reece a Bridge to Days of Yore. Had his first show weekend where the first day he won Reserve Winners and today won a nice 3 pt major by going Best of Winners. Bridger is owned by Linda and John Eidemiller and bred by JoshuaRansom and myself from the Johnny x Alice litter.

Sherry and Linda are not only great owners but good friends, nice job ladies. Congratulations to all the winners.

02/15/2024

Reece is very proud to add the Blue x Greta NAVHDA Breeder Award to our portfolio of NAVHDA accomplishments. Unlike other breeders we do not contractually make our puppy owners compete in NAVHDA, but we encourage the program and voice the benefits for the versatile dog.

Thank you to the owners of these fabulous puppies for putting in the hard work and congratulations to Breeder and Greta’s wonderful owner Rick Osborne (Buckeye), co-breeders Lisa Ramirez George (Ripsnorter) and Karen Potter (Heiss Draht).

Blue x Greta accompanies the follow Reece litters on their NAVHDA Natural Ability Breeder Awards.
Truman x Pepper
Bonza x Pepper
Player x Marley
Bonza x Roma

02/08/2024

Day four of "Ask a Trainer" with Belinda DeLaby at Buffalo Creek Kennel - Premium Gundog Facility

Dear Belinda,

We have a 18 mth old girl GWP, we love her to death and she is such a special part of our family but we have one issue and that's when she is in her crate. She is actually very good in her crate but when we are about to let her out in the morning or after we have been gone for a bit during the day, she goes crazy with excitement. She gets so worked up that sometimes she will wet the cage and has even hurt herself by getting her paw caught jumping on the door. After she is out she jumps all over the place and spinning and has knocked one of the kids over, she calms down after about 5 minutes and is back to our dear sweet and calm Opal. What can we do to make our initial meeting every morning more pleasant.

Looking forward to calm mornings.
The Swanson Family

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Hi Swanson Family,

Some young dogs have difficulty with arousal levels and do not have the ability to self-regulate arousal in normal manner resulting in out of context responses. In this situation, we have to help your puppy learn to have some self-control.

One way to help with this is to play the approach/retreat game while your puppy is in its crate. Initially do this throughout the day while you are home rather than waiting to try an enforce during a homecoming when the dog gets extremely aroused. Start while the dog is calm. To do this put your dog in the crate and leave the room. Wait a few minutes and approach the crate. As long as the dog remains calm and quiet you continue to approach. I generally require the dog to remain laying rather than sitting or standing. If on your approach the dog moves to sit or stand or vocalized, you then stop. If the dog relaxes continue your approach. If the dog continues then you retreat out of the room. Continue this exercise until you can approach the crate and open it while the dog remains calm and relaxed. This will take several sessions to shape the behavior you're looking for do not be discouraged.

Once you have had done success you can incorporate into your normal arrivals home. Have one person responsible for this game while the rest if the family ignores the dog. At first it will take a while to get the dog out of the crate. Often, it's a good idea to ignore the dog completely for several minutes before moving to release from crate. This will also give the dog time to wind down and allow your approach/retreat game to be more successful.

Essentially you are teaching your dog that calm/relaxed behavior is the key to getting out of the crate. If you continue to let the dog out while it's do aroused, you are just reinforcing the arousal which will then make it worse and more difficult to eliminate. The excitement urination will also dissipate as the dog learns to be calm.

Good luck and let me know if I can be of additional help with this issue.