Welcome to Valley Oak German Shorthaired Pointers. Discover our 2024 breeding program featuring Crosspoint Bonnies Perfect Willow and Sequoia’s Caped Crusader, boasting over eight Hall of Fame ancestors. Deposits are currently being accepted. The litter is expected on September 30, 2024.
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Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley. We currently participate in AKC Field Trials, AKC Conformation shows and AKC Hunt Tests. We are proud members and supporters of NAGDA and frequently participate in their events.
Oakley
At 6 months and 1 week old, she clinched the puppy division at her inaugural NAGDA event. A mere week later, she aced her Junior Hunt Test, completing all four legs in a single weekend. The next month, she secured 1st place in both the AKC open derby and AKC amateur derby. At the NAGDA Nationals, Oakley made a strong impression, finishing in the top 5 of the amateur pointing and youth divisions at just 9 months old on the opening day of the competition.
Fast forward to November 2022, and Oakley has justified her superior breeding's cost. By 17 months, she has completed her Junior Hunt, amassed 3 derby victories, earned the reserve bitch title of the breed at the Ventura All Breeds show, and is progressing towards her AFC and FC titles. She's a natural at covering ground (around 500 yards), checking in instinctively, holding point until arrival or the bird's movement, and retrieving directly to hand. She aims to please any handler she hunts with, displaying stamina, speed, obedience, steadiness to wing, shot, and fall, all while being an integral part of the family. Oakley is not only an exceptional hunting partner but also a companion who's ready to unwind at day's end.
Willow
Willow, Oakley's half-sister, is our latest partnership with CrossPoint Kennel. She possesses the drive, innate talent, and the renowned "on-off switch" that makes her a loving companion at home and a formidable contender in the field. Her breeding and lineage are undeniable; this charming pup is designed for everything a serious competitor desires. If she follows in her sister's footsteps, she's set for an outstanding year. She's slated for Conformation shows, NAGDA competitions, and will begin Field Trials with AKC.
As of November 2022, at nine months old, she has secured her Junior Hunt title, two second-place finishes in puppy stakes against fields of eight, and a third and fourth in Derbies with 11 and 12 competitors, respectively. Already surpassing her sister Oakley in height, she boasts a deep chest, high tail set, a blocky head, and is highly trainable. Likely the most intelligent dog in the kennel, she's developing speed and a notable prey drive. Her calm demeanor has earned her the nickname "Chillow," as she's often found lounging in a bucket of water or snuggled under a blanket when not in the field. With two weekends, four placements, and a Junior Hunt title to her name, her achievements speak volumes, and there's still a month to go in the year.
Wrigley and his Dad
Whether in the field or in the water, it doesn't matter to our amazing former puppy!
Fin
Not all of our pups make it to the field. This family chose to pamper their pup within the comfort of their home, which was perfectly fine for this big guy. Being the largest male in Harley's first litter, we affectionately nicknamed him "MooseKnuckle" due to his size. It just goes to show that these pups are versatile and can adapt to any role you have in mind for them.