English Shepherd History

It is hard to put a finger on how many Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherds were bred by John and Pauline Blankenship of Rutherford County, Tennessee.  Considering that the couple bred dogs for the better part of four decades, I think it is safe to say the number probably clears a thousand.  But the … Read more

Let’s take a quick look at James Maynard’s males. According to records, Mr. Maynard owned 5 males. Males Sire Strain Maynard’s King I Smith’s King ? (no male progeny) Maynard’s Duke Maynard’s King III A1a H1a.48 Maynard’s King III Oney’s Smoke A1a H1a.48 Maynard’s Prince Sallee’s Okla Boo A1a H1a.48 Maynard’s King Bob Maynard’s Prince … Read more

Let’s take a quick look at Janice Sallee’s males. According to records, Mrs. Sallee and her husband together owned 12 males. Males Sire Strain Sallee’s Okla Boo Smokey Ruff A1a H1a.48 Sallee’s Hub Cap Sallee’s Smoky Bear ? (no recorded progeny) Sallee’s Sambo Wheelbarger’s Ebony A1a H1a.29 Sallee’s Billy Bob Sallee’s Sambo A1a H1a.29 Sallee’s … Read more

Let’s take a quick look at Mitchell Oney’s males. According to records, Mr. Oney owned 8 males. Males Sire Strain Oney’s Ruff Yoder’s Fritz Duke A1a H1a.29 Duke (sire of Oney’s Butch) Williams’ Bob A1a H1a.48 Oney’s Ziggy Oney’s Butch A1a H1a.48 Oney’s Toby Nick (Stodghill) (?) Oney’s Butch Duke A1a H1a.48 Oney’s Sam Bruce … Read more

Blankenship’s Old Fashion Type – Century Strain Natural Heelers – Black and Tan The Old-fashioned Black and Tan English Shepherd is a medium sized, strongly-built, active dog. He is affectionate, intelligent, naturally obedient, not quarrelsome or possessive, but of great courage and extremely faithful. He is not easily excitable and is usually dignified in manner. … Read more