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Saltire Gordon Setters Are you looking for a hunting companion, a field trial competitor, a hunt test participant, or a fam We were drawn to Gordon Setters in a roundabout way.
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Connie grew up with her Grandparents having Irish Setters. She always wanted an Irish Setter. I had Labradors and English Springer Spaniels because I mostly hunted Waterfowl and occasionally upland game living in Illinois. What I knew of Irish Setters at the time we started looking to fill Connie’s desire was that they were over-bred in the past, and much of the hunting desire and capabilities wer

e lost. (I later learned that this is not completely true.) As I started reading on the various Setter breeds I found that Gordon Setters had kept their hunting desire “better” than most of the other Setter breeds. I then convinced Connie that we should get a Gordon Setter. So our search began………

What I found was a challenge. It was difficult to find Gordon Setter litters. We bought our first Gordon Setter in March of 2013. Her breeding came from a French Imported sire and an American bred hunting line. We called her Storme, and she really made an impression on us! She is a crazy and loving dog. She made us fall in love with the breed. A couple of years later we decided to get another Gordon Setter when I found a litter that came from incredible field trial lines. That is when we brought Rhett home. I was interested in learning more about the breed and its field training, so I went to a field trial near our home that was sponsored by the Gordon setter Club of America. That day changed my knowledge curve and focus on what we wanted to do with our two Gordon Setters. I met Jane Sindel who introduced me to Jean Webb. From that moment on I learned a lot about the breed, their capabilities, strengths, and weakness. I started to train with Jean. Within a month of training the focus became field trials for Rhett, and hunt test with Storme. I had participated in retriever hunt test, but I was completely new to pointing breed hunt test and field trials. Jean and a little later Cassie Allen began to teach me about horses pointing dog field trials and hunt tests. I reaffirmed that what I enjoy most about hunting was the dog work. This was a great way to enjoy my dogs afield more often, and they absolutely love it! Our focus in the breeding program will be to promote the Gordon Setter breed for its field and companion traits. We breed only Gordon Setters that have passed rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and Cerebellar degeneration tests; and have OFA rating on hips and elbows of fair/normal or better. We are a small family breeder that will have puppies available once to twice a year at most. Take a look around our page. You will find various pictures and information related to us and our dogs!

Raven had a great weekend in Hattisburg, MS! In a four day conformation show she won four 3 point majors. 12 points towa...
12/08/2024

Raven had a great weekend in Hattisburg, MS! In a four day conformation show she won four 3 point majors. 12 points toward her CH; in her case DC (dual championship). She already had 2 points going into the show, so she has 14 points of the 15 needed. We may have some ribbon pictures in the future, but until then a few behind the scenes pictures ;-) Thanks to Jean Webb and Rhonda Cornum for showing her this past weekend!

Happy 10th birthday to our Rhett! He does not get it out as often as he used to but he still runs like a 5-year-old.
04/08/2024

Happy 10th birthday to our Rhett! He does not get it out as often as he used to but he still runs like a 5-year-old.

Happy 7th birthday to our Maisie and all of her littermates!
04/08/2024

Happy 7th birthday to our Maisie and all of her littermates!

28/07/2024
We found out today that Knox was Associated Bird Dog Club of Ohio's runner up for Derby dog of 2023.
25/07/2024

We found out today that Knox was Associated Bird Dog Club of Ohio's runner up for Derby dog of 2023.

Happy 4th of July!!! 🇺🇲🎆🧨🇺🇲
04/07/2024

Happy 4th of July!!! 🇺🇲🎆🧨🇺🇲

05/06/2024

A number of people have been patiently waiting on news about a planned litter we have for the summer/fall. We are still patiently waiting as well. Maisie has not come into season yet. We were hoping/expecting her to be ready this month. As soon as we have further information we will let everyone know.

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It is official, the AKC has approved Ravens Field Championship!
04/06/2024

It is official, the AKC has approved Ravens Field Championship!

Ready to share our knowledge and love of the breed at the Fairfield County Bird Dog Club Women's Outdoor Weekend.
18/05/2024

Ready to share our knowledge and love of the breed at the Fairfield County Bird Dog Club Women's Outdoor Weekend.

Today we were at the Irish Setter Club of Michigan field trial. Raven finished first in amateur gun dog. This finishes R...
04/05/2024

Today we were at the Irish Setter Club of Michigan field trial. Raven finished first in amateur gun dog. This finishes Raven's field championship pending AKC approval!!!!!!! A special thanks to Chippewa Valley Kennels LLC for getting this girl ready to run in field trials.

14/04/2024

Another rough weekend at the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Greater Pittsburgh field trial this weekend. The highlight was Raven getting around clean in ALGD, but no placements for the weekend. Maybe one more trial in a couple weeks before a much needed break.

A rough weekend for the crew at the Gordon Setter Club of America walking field trial. Raven had a decent run and place...
07/04/2024

A rough weekend for the crew at the Gordon Setter Club of America walking field trial. Raven had a decent run and placed fourth in amateur limited gun dog.

Wishing everyone a very happy Easter! 🐰✝️
31/03/2024

Wishing everyone a very happy Easter! 🐰✝️

28/03/2024

Maisie

Training on a frosty spring morning.
28/03/2024

Training on a frosty spring morning.

21/03/2024

Today we were notified that we have three dogs in the 2023 yearly awards for the Gordon Setter Club of America.

In Gun Dog of the year, Raven earned second.

In Derby Dog of the year, Knox earned second and Tara earned third.

In puppy of the year Tara earned second.

A good showing for our crew.

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UPDATE: We have found a wonderful home for Brooklyn. She will be headed there tomorrow. Thank you everyone who showed in...
10/03/2024

UPDATE: We have found a wonderful home for Brooklyn. She will be headed there tomorrow. Thank you everyone who showed interest.

One of Knox’s litter mates needs to find a new home as soon as possible. Her name is Brooklyn, and she is just over two years old. She is currently in Southern Michigan. She weighs 50 pounds, is spayed, and current with all of her vaccinations. She is house trained, and knows some basic obedience (sit, stay , lay down). She likes cats and is tentative around other dogs. The current owner does not allow too much interaction with the cats to make sure she does not get scratched. She loves people. She will need some additional socialization and work with separation anxiety.

We believe that she would do well in a home that can give her lots of attention. Her registration papers are available, and she has not been registered at this point with the AKC.

Numerous pictures and videos can be found at: https://photos.rytlew.ski/Brooklyn If you are interested in providing a home for this girl please contact us via a private message.

10/03/2024

The highlight of the Buckeye Brittany field trial was Knox getting around clean; he is starting to put everything together. No placements this weekend though.

This ended an 11 field trial streak with one or more of our dogs getting points toward thier championship at trials going back to September last year. Back to work for a few more trials before a break over the summer.

Last day of training before this weekends Buckeye Brittany field trial in Ohio.
07/03/2024

Last day of training before this weekends Buckeye Brittany field trial in Ohio.

We spent a very cold weekend at the Irish Red and White Setter Association of America field trial in Kentucky. It was a ...
19/02/2024

We spent a very cold weekend at the Irish Red and White Setter Association of America field trial in Kentucky. It was a tough weekend for Raven and Knox, but Tara did win Open Derby!

I'm beginning to think this seat really isn't mine at all...different day, different dog! C'mon Knox, pretty please can ...
15/02/2024

I'm beginning to think this seat really isn't mine at all...different day, different dog! C'mon Knox, pretty please can I sit there?!? 🤣💗

Shuffle your feet, lose your seat! Tara says, "Sorry, not sorry!" 🤣
12/02/2024

Shuffle your feet, lose your seat! Tara says, "Sorry, not sorry!" 🤣

After 9 years we decided to start doing something with the ribbons the dogs have been earning. We started with the hunt ...
02/02/2024

After 9 years we decided to start doing something with the ribbons the dogs have been earning. We started with the hunt test ribbons, and Rhett's significant field trial ribbons. These are the events and dogs that we are basically done entering in the specific events.

Ravens second place from yesterday. She received one point for the second place finish due to the number of dogs entered...
27/01/2024

Ravens second place from yesterday. She received one point for the second place finish due to the number of dogs entered in the stake!

The afternoons today was very rainy, and she did not get around clean. Back at it in a few weeks at the Irish Red and White Setter club of America trial in Kentucky.....

Morning field trial prep 😁 Raven placed second in amateur gun dog yesterday. It was a rough day for Knox and Tara. Raven...
27/01/2024

Morning field trial prep 😁 Raven placed second in amateur gun dog yesterday. It was a rough day for Knox and Tara. Raven runs today in amateur limited gun dog. We may post pictures later today.....

Last training day before this week ends English Setter Association of America field trial in Kentucky.
22/01/2024

Last training day before this week ends English Setter Association of America field trial in Kentucky.

What to do when it warms up to 22 degrees.... Take a few of the dogs out for bird work!
18/01/2024

What to do when it warms up to 22 degrees.... Take a few of the dogs out for bird work!

Out training after a few weeks off.... Tara pointing a Chukar.
04/01/2024

Out training after a few weeks off.... Tara pointing a Chukar.

Stopped in Hannibal, Mo as we head out to summer bird camp in Nebraska. Raven and Maisie are with us, and we will be mee...
14/08/2023

Stopped in Hannibal, Mo as we head out to summer bird camp in Nebraska. Raven and Maisie are with us, and we will be meeting up with Knox and Tara who are already out there.

Happy birthday to Rhett and Maisie 🎉🎈🎂!!!! Rhett is nine years old, and Maisie is six years old.
04/08/2023

Happy birthday to Rhett and Maisie 🎉🎈🎂!!!! Rhett is nine years old, and Maisie is six years old.

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Tara is tuckered out!

Raven and Tara playing this morning outside. Maisie is kind of minding her own business and does not want to play right now.

The two amigos having fun. 😊

Play time for Raven and Knox. 🤣💜

Happy 11 weeks to the puppies!!! Cannoli left us this week to go to her new home in Texas, so now it's just Knox and Honey here. They are becoming best buds and are enjoying each other's company. They have spent a little time with the big dogs but they aren't quite sure how they feel about that. 🤣 They also went to their first field trial but boy, it was cold! ❄️

Knox is after his tail! 🤣

The upside down food bowl looks like lots of fun to Honey! 🤣

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