Maggie meets Cruz breeding born August 7, 2021. Cruz is a GMPR SH titled male that comes to us by way of Northstar Pointing Labs in Minnesota. Cruz is GMPR Duke’s True Grit son whose lineage goes back to Blackforest bloodlines out of Colorado. Blackforest (Currently Known and Bearpoint) bloodlines is one of the most prominent bloodlines in the history of pointing labs, and was an integral part of bringing notoriety to the pointing lab back in the mid-90’s. Simply put, in the pointing world Grits of Black Forest is a legend! The accomplishments of dogs from this pedigree are too many too list but there are many GMPR, MH, MHR and National Champions on both sides of this breeding! Cruz is a 65-70 pound powerhouse that has that same great look Grits of Black Forest possessed. His pups possess a strong desire to hunt and have strong natural point. He has hunted extensively on waterfowl and upland, and he lives to hunt and will go strong all day long! To say that I’m excited about bringing the Blackforest lineage back closer in our line is an understatement. There aren’t too many opportunities to bring a bloodline like this back, and Mags matches up perfectly with Cruz! Mags and Cruz come with all the health clearances. Mags is excellent on hips and Cruz is good. Both are clear on eyes, and normal on elbows. Pups will be EIC/CNM clear by parentage and will come with a 28 month health guarantee.
Mags is 55 pound female out of Remi and Punch. This has been a breeding that has proven itself time and time again over the years, and I couldn't resist keeping a female out of that pairing. When you think of that dog that has all that drive you want, Mags has it! She is one of the few dogs I know that can match Belle's drive at such a young age! In her first hunting season (8 months old) she would match all my seasoned dogs step for step in the field, and at times lead the way! She is hands down one of the fastest and most athletic dogs I have ever been around! She is a stunning lighter colored female with darker highlights around the eyes, nose, and ears. I absolutely love her look! Her pedigree includes: GMPR MHR Rik's Risky Raider MH, GMPR Grits of Black Forest SH, GMPR Spioncop Christos Magic Baker SH, GMPR High Sierra Kodiac MH, GMPR PDB Angel's Blackjack Kati, FC AFC Black Gold's Markin Marti, and many more! She is a great mix of pointing and field trial lines! Mags is an extremely versatile dog that possesses a great nose, strong natural pointing instinct, and exceptional marking ability. If I had to pick one trait that sticks out with Maggie it would be her drive! She is always 3 steps ahead of the competition! She is an exceptional marker, and has an uncanny knack to see where everything lands and once she does she turns on the burners and no one is going to beat her there! It's not too often you find a dog that has so much drive, but yet is still a great family dog. Most days you can find Mags
hanging out in the back yard with my kids. My 4 year old daughter will constantly walk her around on and off the leash. Her favorite thing to do is make Mags lie down, lay in the grass next to her and rub her belly! Maggie definitely has that same "lover mentality" her momma has, and is always looking for attention. Mags has spent a majority of her time in the upland fields of Iowa and South Dakota. She also has experience as a waterfowl dog and is great in the water. In the springtime she spends time hiking with me through the woods looking for shed antlers. She is that dog that you love to have around in every season because she is so versatile, but even more importantly she loves to please no matter what she's doing!
Cruz is a 65-70 pound male that possesses those same great traits that Grits had! Some noteables in his pedigree include: GMPR Duke's True Grit SH, GMPR Grits of Black Forest SH (APLA Hall of Fame), CPR Horse and Hunt Club Thor (APLA Hall of Fame), GMPR Gumbo of Black Forest (APLA Hall of Fame), GMPR Killarney Kate, GMPR Smoking Annie Oakley, GMPR Sir Hershey of Surrey (APLA Hall of Fame), and many more!!! His drive and pedigree are unmatched. Cruz is a stud that has the "IT" and "WOW" factor. He is a dog with endless drive and stamina. As a retriever he has all the tools to do anything you want him to. Cruz trains as hard as he hunts and tests. He has a no quit desire to please you that is very special. In the upland he has great search and cover skills that lead to a very solid staunch stylish point. He is used extensively as a guide dog in SD and he rises to every challenge put in front of him. If you are looking to add another gear to your next litter take a hard look at Cruz! Cruz possesses many of those same characteristics listed about Grits, and it’s truly an honor and privilege to have the opportunity to pair Maggie with him! These two should match up to produce that “once in a lifetime” companion gundog that everyone is looking for!
