Saint Barbara's Wirehaired Pointing Griffons

Q. & A. with Wanda

• Why did you start breeding?

  My journey into breeding began long before I ever raised my first litter. I grew up in a family of breeders, where dogs were simply a way of life. My grandmother dedicated many years to raising and showing AKC Champion and Grand Champion English Cocker Spaniels and English Springer Spaniels, and my mother also bred both breeds. Watching their passion, dedication, and commitment to preserving quality bloodlines inspired my own love for responsible breeding. In the 1990s, I began raising English Springer Spaniels and Standard American Cocker Spaniels myself, gaining firsthand experience in whelping, puppy development, socialization, and matching puppies with the right families. After several years, I stepped away from breeding to focus on raising my children and building a family of my own. When I returned to breeding, I wanted to find a breed that embodied everything I was looking for in a dog—intelligence, versatility, loyalty, and a wonderful family temperament. That search led me to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, a breed I quickly fell in love with. My partner brings nearly 20 years of experience raising Griffons, and together we are committed to preserving the qualities that make this breed so special. Today, we combine generations of family breeding tradition with modern responsible breeding practices. Our focus is on health testing, sound temperaments, and raising well-socialized puppies that will thrive as hunting companions, adventure partners, and beloved family members. We believe breeding is about far more than producing puppies—it's about protecting and improving the breeds we love while providing lifelong support to the families who trust us with their next best friend.

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• What makes your program special?

  Our breeding program is centered around quality, not quantity. Every breeding is carefully planned with the goal of producing healthy, well-rounded puppies with excellent temperaments, sound structure, and the natural instincts their breeds are known for. Our puppies are raised in a hands-on, family environment where they receive daily interaction and early socialization from the very beginning. We expose them to everyday sights, sounds, and experiences to help build confidence and prepare them for a smooth transition into their new homes. We are committed to responsible breeding practices, including appropriate health testing and thoughtful selection of our breeding dogs. Just as important, we take the time to get to know our puppy families so that each puppy is matched with the home and lifestyle that best fits its personality. For us, bringing home a puppy is the beginning of a long-term relationship. We are always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and support our puppy families throughout the life of their dog.

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• 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.