Mountain River Griffons

Seaview Mountain River Annie embodies everything we value in a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon—style, proven ability, and a joyful, affectionate temperament. From the moment she joined us, Annie brought fresh, accomplished French bloodlines that aligned beautifully with our breeding goals and continue to strengthen the Mountain River program. Pedigree & Lineage Sire: CH Jimmy des Étangs d’Assat Jimmy is a French import with a résumé that speaks for itself. He earned his AKC Championship in 2015, a NAVHDA NA Prize I (112) at just 11 months, his AKC Senior Hunter title in 2016, and a NAVHDA Utility Prize I (195) by age 2.3 years. Health-tested with excellent results (PennHip 0.26/0.42, OFA Eyes & Elbows Normal), Jimmy combines performance, structure, and genetics. His pedigree includes five Prix Dutilleux winners (French Dog of the Year), and his offspring have an outstanding track record in NAVHDA testing, with 66% earning Prize I or II. Dam: CH TR Ninou de Franc Jeu Ninou is another French import who brings remarkable depth to Annie’s pedigree. She holds a Cotation 4, awarded only to dogs with proven excellence in both field and conformation. Ninou’s accomplishments include: Field Trial Winner 2nd Place, 2019 Poule Korthals Championnat de France Junior Winner “Best Head” at the 2019 French National TAN, BREP, and Trialer field titles Multiple conformation accolades: CACSSpé(1), EXCCTNE, RCACIBSpé(1), ChFJ With HD-A hips and strong French breeding behind her (sire Cotation 6, dam Cotation 4), Ninou passes along both performance and beauty. Performance & Personality Annie has proven herself in the field with the same confidence and drive her pedigree promises. She earned a NAVHDA Natural Ability Prize I with a score of 110, demonstrating her natural nose, strong prey drive, and cooperative hunting style. She is an energetic, fun-loving dog who thrives when out hunting, yet when the day’s work is done, she slips easily into her role as a sweet, loyal family companion. Annie is just as content snuggled in a hammock or on the couch as she is racing through the uplands—truly the balance we love in the breed. Physical Profile Weight: 48 lbs Shoulder Height: 22 ½"

Hun Hill Magnum, (or as we call him, Coop) is our Wirehaired Pointing Griffon stud here at Mountain River Griffons. He comes from an incredible lineage— his grandsire, VC CH Griffe D’Automne Mr. Brown (2006–2020), is a name well-known in the breed, and his sire, HG’s Cota’s Keoki (CK), earned a NAVHDA NA Prize I (112) and UT Prize II (197), owned by George DeCosta, Jr. Coop has certainly carried on those traits. He’s an outstanding hunting dog with strong natural instincts, a high prey drive, and the athleticism to cover ground with ease. In the field, he’s focused, fast, and dependable. Several of his puppies have already earned NAVHDA Natural Ability Prize I, and many of his sons has gone on to achieve a Utility Prize. Most notably, his son Gauge Vaughn Mountain River achieved the coveted NAVHDA Versatile Champion (VC) title at the 2025 NAVHDA Invitational at just 2 years and 3 months old, making him the youngest dog to earn the VC title at 2025 event. This accomplishment is a true testament to both Gauge’s ability and the strength of Coop’s lineage. But what we love most about Coop isn’t just his hunting drive—it’s his heart. At home, he’s the very best family dog. He’s affectionate, gentle, and absolutely wonderful with children. He has a playful, goofy personality that makes everyone around him smile, and he knows how to “switch off” at home after a day in the field. Coop is the kind of dog who’s not only your trusted hunting partner but also your best friend and a loyal member of the family. His puppies inherit his intelligence, drive, and athleticism, as well as his fun-loving, easygoing nature that makes them amazing companions. We feel blessed to share Coop through his puppies and can’t wait for other families to experience the same joy he has brought into our lives.

Mountain River Dixie is the perfect balance of fun-loving family companion and serious hunting partner. Around the home she is affectionate, playful, and always ready to bring joy with her easygoing personality. In the field, she shines with her strong prey drive, sharp instincts, and natural versatility that define the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Dixie carries a pedigree rich with proven performance and breed character. On her sire’s side, she descends from CH Fireside’s Spontaneous Combustion, a name well-known for producing talented Griffons with both conformation and field ability. On her dam’s side, she traces directly back to one of our foundation dogs, Gant's Rowdy Remi, anchoring her lineage in the heart of Mountain River Griffons’ program. Her greatest legacy so far is through her offspring. Gauge Vaughn Mountain River, her son, achieved his NAVHDA Versatile Champion (VC) title at just 2 years and 3 months of age—becoming the youngest dog to ever run and earn this prestigious award at the 2025 NAVHDA Invitational. Dixie’s contribution to this achievement is a testament to the quality and consistency she passes along. Dixie embodies everything we strive for at Mountain River Griffons.

Sage is our beloved Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and one of the sweetest members of our family. She comes from strong hunting lines—her dad is VC CH Flat Brooks Walker MH AKC Conformation Champion, of SugarPine Griffons owned by Gary Nilsen—and she carries those same natural instincts and high prey drive that make her such a joy in the field. But what makes Sage truly special is not just her hunting ability—it’s her temperament. She has been raised and bred to be both a skilled hunting partner and a loving family companion. Around the house she is gentle, affectionate, and patient, always eager to be near people. Out in the field she turns on her drive and focus, showing the grit and stamina Griffons are known for. Her puppies inherit the best of both worlds: the instinct and energy to succeed in hunting, along with the sweet, loyal, and steady nature that makes them wonderful family dogs. We love that she can spend a morning pointing and retrieving, and an evening curled up quietly with the kids. We feel grateful to share Sage with others through her puppies, and we’re excited for future families to enjoy the same joy and companionship she has brought to ours.