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JOTUNHEIM

Breeding Philosophy

My goal is to perpetuate and improve on the traits that first attracted me to the GSMD

-- the solid look and character of the all purpose,working farm dog --

the Grosse Schweitzer Sennenhund as described in the Breed Standard of its country of origin.

I breed for Quality rather than quantity.Therefore I only have puppies occasionally.

My priority is to produce GSMD which possess the breed type ,health , longevity, and

soundness which suits them for the variety of tasks for which they were originally bred.

I only breed GSMD which have passed their health clearances, have sound temperaments

and have earned AKC Championship, Obedience or GSMDCA Working titles .

I continue to study all aspects of the Breed - pedigrees, and specific traits and problems in

various lines so as to improve on structure and breed type , reduce health risks

and maximize the potential of each litter I produce .

Cost and convenience are not a factor in my efforts to produce quality GSMD.

Jotunheim puppies are raised in my home where they spend the first months of their lives being

loved and well socialized . Pups are handled by different people,exposed to

a variety of surfaces and noises and introduced to the portable kennel and rides in the car .

Puppies are temperament tested at seven weeks and structurally evaluated

at eight weeks by at least one other experienced breeder.

Applicants are carefully screened and matched with the puppy that best suits them.

Show prospects and companions are all placed in homes where they will be

treated first and foremost as beloved family members.

I do not accept deposits on litters that have not been whelped .

If I do not have a puppy for you, I will not put you on an indefinite waiting list.

Rather, I will gladly refer you to other breeders who are expecting puppies

and whose practices are similar to mine.

Jotunheim puppies are microchipped, wormed and current on vaccinations

and all are sold with a contract and health guarantee.

Companion puppies are sold on limited AKC registration with spay/neuter contract.

Show prospects are sold on co ownership with breeding restrictions to protect the

pedigrees involved from irresponsible breeding practices.

Jotunheim puppies go home with a collar, five pounds of quality dry food, a toy and

a binder containing useful information on all aspects of Swissy ownership.

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I have been a member in good standing of the GSMDCA for 17 years.

I have served as an officer of the GSMDCA for twelve years, and served

the 2005-2006 term as GSMDCA President . I chaired the Standard revision in 2003,

and served as GMDCA Breed Study Coordinator/Judges Education Chair from 2000 - 2006.

I am a member in good standing of various Regional Clubs , including the Crooked River Swissy Club,

Rocky Mtn GSMD Club , Golden Gate GSMD Club and Swissy Club of New England

I am a training member of the Capitol Dog Training Club.

I am an approved Mentor for AKC judges seeking approval to judge the GSMD.

In 2002, I was honored with the GSMDCA Friend of the Swissy Award

for my contributions to breed education, specifically the compilation of the GSMD Health Database.

In 2004 I was honored with the Margaret Poole Lifetime Achievement Award

for exemplary service to the GSMDCA .

My contributions to the GSMD will always be grounded in efforts to protect

and preserve the breed and its working heritage.

---- Lori Price

IF YOU ARE THINKING OF ADDING A SWISSY TO YOUR FAMILY, I STRONGLY URGE YOU

TO READ THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES IN ORDER TO GAIN A BETTER PERSPECTIVE ON THIS WONDERFUL BREED:

"Is A Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Right for You?" & "Regarding Temperament" (both written by Karen Conant )

& "Twenty One Ways to Love Your Swissy" - by Dori Likevich

"Top Five Reasons Rescue is Called" - by GSMDCA Rescue Chairs

These articles were written by dedicated, long time Swissy owners and describe the REALITIES of Swissy ownership

not just another sales pitch touting the GSMD as the "ideal family dog".

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a WONDERFUL breed but it is not for everyone!

Swissies vary in size, energy level and temperament and can be challenging for the first time dog owner.

Many breeder websites will not mention the challenges of Swissy ownership because they

are only interested in selling you a puppy.

In addition to reading the aformentioned articles, I strongly urge you to meet

as many Swissies as you can in person .

You can't possibly know if you are well suited for GSMD ownership if you haven't

ever met a GSMD!

Information from books, television or the internet should never substitute for meeting the dogs

and their owners in person.

You should meet and talk with as many experienced owners and breeders as possible before you commit to a puppy.

Please take your time in making your decision and be sure the GSMD is the breed with which you wish

to share the next ten years of your life ( hopefully longer!).

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NEWS FLASH - RESCUE ALERT - Possible Swissy mix needs a loving home

PLEASE HELP FIND "ROSCOE" A HOME!!- His time is running out

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Information and photos of Previous Litters

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"MORGAN" (CH Dixielands Quiet Phoenix)

free whelped eleven puppies (5 boys, 6 girls)

on 12 April 2008

Sire : "RIO" (BINSS CH Ky Quiet Riot v Sarmac, ROM)

If you'd like to be considered as a home for one of these puppies

please contact Connie Beauregard of DIXIELAND SWISSYS

Photos

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JOTUNHEIM - ALPENGLOW "GRAND-PUPPIES"

Kathy Spencer (Alpenglow GSMD) and I will be assisting the Templetons (Beaumont TX)

with evaluations,temperament testing, and screening/ mentoring homes for their first litter (5 males, 3 females ) whelped 1 June 2008.

All these puppies will be placed on Limited Registration (with spay/neuter contract) or on Co- ownership.

If you are interested in being considered as a home for one of these puppies, please contact me

DAM SIRE

CH Derby's Grand Sadalia ("Sadie") CH Alpenglow Jasper Skipper ("Skip")

Sadie's Health Clearances Skip's Health Clearances

Sadie's Pedigree Skip's Pedigree

Puppy Photos

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JOTUNHEIM Summer 2008 Breeding planned

CH Jotunheim With Bells On ("OoLa") will be bred to BISS CH StoneLea Get Off My Cloud ("Jagger")

Oola's Pedigree Jagger's Pedigree

OoLa's Health Clearances Jagger's Health Clearances

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If you would like to be considered for a Jotunheim puppy or if

you have any questions about the breed, my breeding program or my dogs,

please feel free to contact me at anytime .

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Please complete application and either mail to me or return to me via email.

Thank you!

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