We live in New York, in the Hudson Valley, not far from Woodstock, on a 13 acre wooded parcel, safely fenced for the comfort of the dogs. I began my life with Miniature Pinschers about fifteen years ago when my daughter Alicia came to stay for a while with her Miniature Pinscher Shaianne. I fell in love with the animation, energy and sheer joy of this wonderful breed.
My first quality dogs came from some helpful breeders in New England. I purchased my first show prospect, Simon, from Kathy Wilcox in New Hampshire and will be forever grateful for her guidance and support.
At the 2006 Miniature Pinscher Nationals in Kentucky, I met Marcia Tucker and Pamella Ruggie from Leesburg, Florida – Sunsprite/Pevensey kennels. Pevensey’s Rumors Are Flying (aka Ru) came home from the Nationals with me. She finished her championship in Brooksville, Florida in January 2008. Ru is one of my favorites in type and personality. Many of my dogs can be traced back to Pevensey/Sunsprite lineage.
My favorite overall MinPin is Princess, Ch. Winters Pony Princess who came to me from Katie Winters in California. She is my constant companion, attaching her entire body to my leg when I try to leave the house without her. Her devotion and drive is consistent, her stamina everlasting and – when we work as a team – is an awesome agility partner.
We have had a combination of “rescued” MinPins come through our home, as well as abandoned dogs – probably of puppy mill origin. All have since found “forever homes.”
Follow the stories of each of our family of dogs on the following pages…
To inquire about any future puppies, email Susan at shadowpinss@aol.com
