Dry Branch
- Milton, FL
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Sophie S., the breeder behind Dry Branch located in Milton, FL. I fell in love with the breed for its keen hunting instincts, cooperative nature, and strong desire to please. Each of my dogs is carefully selected for sound structure, natural ability, and steady disposition. I strive to produce Griffons that are a pleasure to be around.
Q. & A. with Sophie
Why did you start breeding?
My journey into breeding grew from a long-standing passion for Griffons. After years of training, showing, and learning from top mentors, I wanted to preserve the breed’s intelligence, versatility, and affectionate nature. Breeding allows me to share these amazing dogs with families while giving each puppy a strong foundation in health, temperament, and training.What makes your program special?
From the start, each puppy is raised in a loving, nurturing environment with early training, socialization, and Puppy Culture principles, including ENS, exposure to birds, water, sounds, and varied textures. My goal is to match each puppy with the right family and to provide lifetime support, ensuring a confident, well-rounded companion.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are brown and gray. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sophie
Sophie has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"Price includes health records including vaccinations and worming schedule, microchip application and goodie bag."
Contract & health guarantee
Sophie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Sophie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Sophie directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sophie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Milton, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pensacola Airport
Flexible meeting point
Sophie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Sophie
Club memberships
Sophie is a member of Pensacola Dog Fanciers Association, Florida Panhandle Pointing Breed Club and American Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Association, North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Sophie has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Sophie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Sophie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dry Branch meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Buster, dad
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
About Buster
Buster is the most accomplished Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in U.S. history, setting records that remain unmatched in the breed. Bred by Elaine Hunsicker and co-owned by Hunsicker and Joan Coughlin, Buster was expertly handled throughout his career by Michelle Scott. The two formed an unforgettable team and their connection in the ring was undeniable. His show record is nothing short of extraordinary, highlighted by his remarkable comeback from the Veterans class in 2014 to win the AWPGA National Specialty and capture his fourth AKC Best in Show (BIS) title that same year. Buster holds the unique distinction of being the only Wirehaired Pointing Griffon ever to place in the Sporting Group at Westminster, taking third in 2011. Over the course of his career, he amassed a total of four AWPGA Best in Specialty Show (BISS) wins (2009, 2010, 2011, and 2014) and an impressive fourteen AKC Best in Show victories, claimed on the following dates: 2009: September 20, October 10 2010: January 24, March 6, March 11, May 14, May 16, May 23, May 31, August 29, October 17, November 28, December 18 2014: August 29 His outstanding performance earned him the title of AWPGA Show Dog of the Year in 2010, and he was inducted into the AWPGA Show Dog Hall of Fame that same year. Buster exemplified the breed standard and his legacy continues to inspire!
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Blu, dad
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
About Blu
Blu is a male Wirehaired Pointing Griffon almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sophie decided to make him part of their program. Sophie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA).
Phoebe, mom
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
About Phoebe
Phoebe is a female Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sophie decided to make her part of their program. Sophie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Dry Branch reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
