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MountainAsh is located on a 6 acre farm on beautiful Salt Spring Island in British Columbia, Canada. My love for Australian Shepherds and the breeds amazing versatility started as a child but only came to fruition in 2006 with the addition of Jazz to our family. We have been blessed with some fantastic Australian Shepherds, and produced multiple conformation Champions that have excelled in many areas of competition. We take great pride in showcasing our Australian Shepherds in multiple venues. First and foremost our dogs live with us in the home as loyal companions. |
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Dogs have always been an integral part of our family history. For many years my Granddad bred and trained field working Labrador Retrievers, while my Mother worked with Doberman Pinschers learning about security guard dog techniques and K9 law enforcement. Many other branches of our family have bred and/or trained dogs as far back as memory allows.
Growing up on Salt Spring Island, our family was active in the local 4-H Club with projects in Sheep, Poultry, Horse, and Horticulture. We proudly raised purebred CLRC registered Suffolk Sheep under the farm name of Cerdinen Livestock. Our 4-H experiences included traveling throughout BC to Fall Fairs, Exhibitions and 4-H sponsored events. Many of our achievements were recognized with ribbons and trophies. These experiences encouraged the development of public speaking abilities, various husbandry techniques, flock management, breeding practices, as well as judging, showmanship and leadership skills. All of these valuable skills have been an asset to my involvement in the dog world.
A member of the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), Canadian National Australian Shepherd Association (CNASA), and Australian Shepherd Club of British Columbia (ASCBC). I respect and maintain the breed standard. I also hold the club position of webmaster for ASCBC. MountainAsh is a registered kennel with the CKC and ASCA.
Mountain Ash, commonly called Sorbus aucuparia or Rowan, is a species of deciduous tree or shrub in the rose family that produces white flowers and red berries.
I have been fortunate to attend many workshops, clinics, seminars and classes with some of the best in their field. It has been a pleasure to attend obedience seminars with Sylvia Bishop and Monique Anstee, conformation handling and conditioning workshops with Joy Henderson, nutrition and reproduction seminars, Structure in Action (puppy puzzle, structure and gait) seminar with Pat Hastings, seminar with dog behaviour specialist Jean Donaldson, herding clinics and/or lessons with Lynn Leach, Marti Parrish, Kristin Thomson and Julie Carter. Many thanks Ann and Bruce McPhee of Trekhond Kennels for their friendship, incredible support and ongoing obedience and conformation handling classes. I'm beyond grateful to my mentors, trainers, friends and family.
At an early age I developed a passion for photography, and as a teenager would spend some of my free time shooting around the Gulf Islands. MountainAsh Australian Shepherds are regular subjects through my lens. Enjoy!
~ Kylarra Simmers
Growing up on Salt Spring Island, our family was active in the local 4-H Club with projects in Sheep, Poultry, Horse, and Horticulture. We proudly raised purebred CLRC registered Suffolk Sheep under the farm name of Cerdinen Livestock. Our 4-H experiences included traveling throughout BC to Fall Fairs, Exhibitions and 4-H sponsored events. Many of our achievements were recognized with ribbons and trophies. These experiences encouraged the development of public speaking abilities, various husbandry techniques, flock management, breeding practices, as well as judging, showmanship and leadership skills. All of these valuable skills have been an asset to my involvement in the dog world.
A member of the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), Canadian National Australian Shepherd Association (CNASA), and Australian Shepherd Club of British Columbia (ASCBC). I respect and maintain the breed standard. I also hold the club position of webmaster for ASCBC. MountainAsh is a registered kennel with the CKC and ASCA.
Mountain Ash, commonly called Sorbus aucuparia or Rowan, is a species of deciduous tree or shrub in the rose family that produces white flowers and red berries.
I have been fortunate to attend many workshops, clinics, seminars and classes with some of the best in their field. It has been a pleasure to attend obedience seminars with Sylvia Bishop and Monique Anstee, conformation handling and conditioning workshops with Joy Henderson, nutrition and reproduction seminars, Structure in Action (puppy puzzle, structure and gait) seminar with Pat Hastings, seminar with dog behaviour specialist Jean Donaldson, herding clinics and/or lessons with Lynn Leach, Marti Parrish, Kristin Thomson and Julie Carter. Many thanks Ann and Bruce McPhee of Trekhond Kennels for their friendship, incredible support and ongoing obedience and conformation handling classes. I'm beyond grateful to my mentors, trainers, friends and family.
At an early age I developed a passion for photography, and as a teenager would spend some of my free time shooting around the Gulf Islands. MountainAsh Australian Shepherds are regular subjects through my lens. Enjoy!
~ Kylarra Simmers