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| We are a small home based "kennel" ( with that said loosely and with a big smile, as our dogs are primarily house dogs/pets, brought up with our family and not kennelled ever as we only ever want or give the best to our dogs ) . We are based in North London (UK). It is pronounced Spini-ons . The LL's are Silent as in Papillon ( Papi-on ). The name was chosen after playing about with the names of my two favourite breeds ( Papillons and Italian Spinioni). I have had Papillons for 43 years, ( and Italian Spinoni for 9, though I don't have any Spins at present since loosing my favourite boy ). My life has always included dogs, my earliest memories are of a Black and White Pap resting by my cot. I have been handling / showing more seriously for the last 17 or so years thanks to my original mentor, who unbeknown to me, pushed me quietly in the right direction or is that wrong direction now I think about it!. <G> Though I can't do as much dog wise as I use to, due to my health and how its status changes day to day and the state I am left in after shows, I am proud to say that Spinillons has now attained over 54 titles with some candidate titles pending (PROUDLY INCLUDING 3 MASTER AGILITY CH ). Added to that importantly through my love of dogs and the foundation dogs I had, I became a temperament tester for PAT dogs ( pets as therapy ) which leads to others getting enjoyment from dogs too. Its a wonderful organisation who I have been involved in for years, though sadly not as much now due to other constraints but hopefully that will change once my children get older and time and health allows. One of my favourite pass times, in between crashing out and exhibiting, is Judging and I have now completed all that is needed for the A3 list ( Papillon Butterfly dog Club ) and B List for Spinone. I am proud to say that Over the years I have had the chance to Handle, Judge and show some of whom I consider the Soundest dogs in the country and been eternally grateful to have had the chances to learn from some very special people. My Thanks go to those who helped me build a strong foundation with and with the input of My dear friend Gwen Swann who I sadly miss and will never forget her imput and insite into Papillons. My thanks also go to my good friends who help me get to shows when I can't manage it alone. There are too many others (both in and out of Paps) to mention but you know who you are and I am humbled and grateful for your words of Wisdom, honest opinions and support over the years. Due to many things, mainly my health issues which include Severe Raynauds, which itself is debilitating and leaving me cold and in pain from it. I also have Ehler Danlos ( Type 3 - formerly know as EDS 111/ HMS, leaving me with Chronic Wide spread pain ( CWSP ) and ME ( myalgic encephalomyelitis with severe orthostatic intolerance for diagnosis ...... yes go figure that one, as Most Drs can't figure me out or help Either..... just fix the bits that break as and when they can........... so yes I end up with surgery from the EDS issues which can be / are miserable........) Click here to read some info about the conditions called a letter to Normals) Then Watch this link which will explain what I live with with the ME Alone pretty much most days without let up.. add these to Gastritis and a Zillion other related connective tissue health Issues, everything is a struggle but the dogs keep me going through it all even though it causes me pain it gives me a sense of life and a connection even for a few short hours every few weeks ............ I of course am also blessed with 3 kids Born Jan 01 ( Jamie- Leeanne ), Dec 01( Daniel ) and October 03 ( Samuel ) Which means I do not breed or show as much as I would like to, as breeding takes a lot of time, energy and thought, done only with the right dogs and at the right time for me and them and if I feel I have the back up if needed, which includes the best homes, if I decide I have or must do the right thing and let one go........ For me, instead of breeding, I get as much pleasure and will happily love and bring in to campaign any dog that is of Sound enough/deserving quality. I only keep a few dogs at any one time, so I can give each one the attention they deserve and enjoy them with ease. That said I have very high standards and only keep/show/breed quality dogs worthy of their titles,. Each dog who is bred or living here is health tested to make sure it passes our high standards and while one can't always say for sure that one wont get problems of some sort at some point, we are happy that we do our best to keep and breed only the highest quality dogs who are worthy and most importantly healthy and sound in body and mind. Even at 15 years, our oldest boy tested clear for Patella, as have ALL our current youngsters/ Dogs which we are very proud of to say the least. All this combined with my competitive streak has meant we have reached the top levels through honesty, sheer hard work and quality rather than quantity or any other means. We dont believe in dishonesty or anything other than doing our best and what is right. We will never lower standards and are happy that we are known for this regardless of how this upsets those without, or who don't share our high standards! Our dogs are ALL DNA PRA1 tested Clear, Heart Tested and Tested Clear for Patella. They are only occasionally availabile to selected health tested bitches to help improve or compliment lines for those who share our high values and goals. We share the same philosophy when people want a quality dog/puppy from us be they in the UK or Abroad. We like to help people improve their dogs/lines etc.. be they new or old to the breed, we love active homes for the happiness of our dogs but when we have a nice sofa lounger we like the home that will match it too <G>. We have had too many wins that have made us proud over the years under many honourable judges from around the world. However at Spinillons we can say we truly meet the requirements that the Kennel club ask for all dogs to be fit for function and can't be prouder! We are proud to say we bred the winner - MACH Spinillons Seymour MXS MJC of the 1st Ever Westminister Agility Competition 2014 ( handled by John York and owned By Dr Erin Leff - USA ) We are also the ONLY breeders of to have won All the top awards from the good citizens Classes. Our Ch & Ir Ch Ibstock Bright Spark For Spinillons SH CM CW 10 was the Winner of the 1st Ever Crufts Class held in 2004 where his daughter Ch Spinillons A Touch of Hope won the BCC/BOS. History was also made by Int & NL Ch Spinillons Classic Caress JW SH CM, CW14, PPVN15 who won the RBCC at Crufts 17 from the Good Citizen Classes. All of our Ch's and other dogs have all proudly won these classes at Crufts and other shows which support these classes regularly. We have also won Many Top awards and notable wins, including Doubles CC's and Puppy wins, BIS etc...and all while proudly not breeding much. We believe in quality not quantity! We are proud of all of our dogs who have proven themselves under some of the words top judges. We are proud and thank everyone who is apart of our lives and our dogs lives and look forward to many happy years ahead hearing the stories of how our dogs live day to day & excitedly hearing when they are winning too what ever ring they are in . If you have managed to read all of the above well done lol We wish you all a happy, healthy and successful 2017 and if you feel you wish to be a part of our extended family/friends, we would love to hear from you........so don't be afraid, get in touch, we don't bite. <G> TOP BREEDER & TOP OWNER 2013 (pap club rules) |
ABOUT US
| Ch. & Ir Ch. Ibstock Bright Spark For Spinillons SH CM CW 10 |
Ch. Spinillons A Touch Of Hope
| Ch. Spinillons Touch Of Heather |
| Goldfly Shining Star At Spinillons RIP 08 |
Ch. Ibstock Tululah For Spinillons
The Beginning !!!