This is Shep at 3 months old. Registered UKC Natchez Trace Rebel Elegy out of Sallee’s Rustie Jr (IESR,UKC,ESCR), x Sherling’s Jill (UKC,ESCR). Both parents’ genetic panels are clear of breed-specific conditions. Shep and his siblings are first-generation progeny of the OBTESA Breeder Incubator Program. The Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd Association is a Tennessee non-profit … Read more

This is Sally at 3 months old. Registered UKC Natchez Trace Lovely Rogue out of Sallee’s Rustie Jr (IESR,UKC,ESCR), x Sherling’s Jill (UKC,ESCR). Both parents’ genetic panels are clear of breed-specific conditions. Sally and her siblings are first-generation progeny of the OBTESA Breeder Incubator Program. The Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd Association is a … Read more

Here are some photos from this morning’s walk with Vixen. She is an excellent hiking companion who stays close and listens well. I enjoy spending time with Vixen, even after the sun goes down because she is so well-behaved. Vixen was bred by John Sherling out of Sherling’s Jack and Sherling’s Meg. Her Embark panel … Read more

The Walker family of Kentucky has kept Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherds for four generations. These photos are of Walker’s Ruff with his little girl Claire. Claire’s great-grandma Emma Walker bred quality IESR dogs. I consider the dogs bred by Mrs. Emma Walker and her friend Janice Sallee to be English Shepherd royalty. My … Read more

Here’s a photo of Sherling’s Tara (sitting) and Sherling’s Buddy (laying). These dogs were both born in 1989. Both dogs were registered with the ARF. Tara was a skilled hunting dog who would flush a variety of game. Tara was bred by Dr. Bill Autrey out of Autrey’s Lobo and Autrey’s Sheba. Buddy was bred … Read more

Here’s a photo of Rebel and Rogue manding. There is a clear intelligence and focus in their demeanor. I am finding these pups to be personable and trainable. They are each as special as their heritage implies. Rogue is a bit more outgoing, but only nominally. They are each people oriented and have taken quickly … Read more

Yesterday, Joe and Cheryl Walker of Kuttawa, KY brought their grandson Grady to Roanoke Creek Ranch to get a puppy. The female that Grady took home was sired by Sallee’s Rustie Jr., a dog bred by Grady’s own great grandma Emma. Young Grady is the fourth generation in the Walker family to own an Old-fashioned … Read more