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My selection for the winner of the Group was the Australian Shepherd. She had beautiful conformation that was supportive of her ability to do the work for which she was bred. A beautiful specimen that is beautifully presented...." - Judge Mr. William Stebbins on selecting MBIS MBISS CHGP Stonehaven Bayshore Secret Sauce as the winner of the 2020 AKC National Championship/Royal Canin Herding Group. |
Our Story
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Our love affair with the Australian Shepherd began as children where we saw the "smart little blue dogs" at horse shows where we competed. In 1994 we purchased our first stockdog-bloodline Aussie as an agility prospect, and our love for this wonderful, versatile breed has never wavered.
Through the years, we are lucky to have been the proud Breeders, Owners, and/or Handlers of outstanding dogs in many breeds who have excelled in Conformation, Agility, Herding, Obedience, and more, both nationally and internationally. This includes Best In Show, National Specialty and Specialty Show Winners, and #1 Ranked dogs. We've bred almost 100 AKC Champions across multiple breeds, and dogs bred by us have earned over 170 performance titles. Most importantly however, our dogs are Champions of their owner's hearts. Stonehaven has achieved the requirements to be recognized as a Hall of Fame Breeder with the United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA) and an AKC Breeder of Merit. Jeff is the current AKC Delegate and Breed Education Director for USASA, and has previously served as President, Treasurer, and Director. He is also an approved USASA Breed Mentor and Judge's Education Presenter. Finally, Jeff is the current President and Show Chair for the Catoctin Kennel Club and is permit-status as an AKC Judge - approved for Australian Shepherds, Miniature American Shepherds, Border Collies, Xoloitzcuintli, Chinese Cresteds, and All-Breed Junior Showmanship. |
Stonehaven's First Aussie Litter in 1998. Sired by Ch. Manape Propwash Griffen and out of Ch. Lyrrad's Dances With Hooves.
All future Champions or Performance Titled dogs.
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Our Home
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Built in 1780 and meticulously restored before our acquisition in 2015, our home sits on Furnace Mountain in the village of Taylorstown, Virginia, adjacent to the Potomac River and C&O Canal. Centrally located in the heart of Virginia wine country and less than one hour from Washington D.C. and Baltimore, our mountain property is a little piece of paradise for us and the animal companions that share our lives.
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Contact Us
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Between work, home life, and many dog activities, it can often take us some time to respond to inquires, but don't get discouraged. If you have not heard back from us in a reasonable time, please feel free to give us a gentle nudge. Jeff & Chris Margeson - Taylorstown, Virginia Email (preferred): [email protected] Phone: (240) 674-7158 |