My Barbet
Discover my beloved Barbet, each with their own distinct personality and impressive qualities that embody the best of the breed.
NBISS Am. GCH Can. CH Barbochos Rick’s CM
Theo is an easy-going, laid-back dog who loves people. He boasts an impressive list of accomplishments, including Best of Breed at the Barbet Club of America National Specialty in 2022 and holding the #1 Barbet Breed Ranking in 2023. Beyond these individual achievements, Theo has also earned Multiple Group Placements and has sired several AKC Champions and top Barbet.
CHIC #: 110338
OFA EYES: Normal
OFA ELBOWS: Normal
OFA HIPS: Normal
OFA THYROID: Normal
PRCD-PRA: Clear/Normal
BRED BY: Jacques Cyr
OWNED BY: Will Zollman and Stacy Able
STUD SERVICES: Not available
GCHB Hickory Tavern Coast To Coast De Ginkgo
Zella is a loving and exuberant dog who always wants to please. Among her prestigious awards, she earned the title of #1 Barbet Bitch in both Breed and All-Breed rankings for 2024. The same year, she achieved Best of Opposite at the Westminster Kennel Club and received an Award of Merit at the Barbet Club of America National Specialty. Her impressive wins also include a Group Win and Multiple Group Placements, along with Best of Winners at the 2023 Barbet Club of America National Specialty.
CHIC #: 204464
OFA EYES: Normal
OFA ELBOWS: Normal
OFA HIPS: Good
PRCD-PRA: Carrier
BRED BY: Judy McMaster Descutner and Justin C. Smithey
OWNED BY: Will Zollman
GCHS Bluespruce’s Blitzen De Ginkgo
Bash is a dog with a delightful temperament, known for being pleasing, affectionate, and wonderfully goofy. His notable accomplishments include being a Multiple Group Winner and securing Best of Breed at the Westminster Kennel Club in both 2022 and 2023. In 2022, Bash was recognized as the #1 Barbet in both Breed and All-Breed rankings. He also earned an Award of Merit at the Barbet Club of America National Specialty in 2023 and holds the distinction of being the first AKC Barbet to achieve the Grand Champion Silver title.
CHIC #: 178941
OFA EYES: Normal
OFA ELBOWS: Normal
OFA HIPS: Excellent
PRCD-PRA: Clear/Normal
BRED BY: Sherilyn Spies-Smith
OWNED BY: Will Zollman
STUD SERVICES: Available to select AKC females
CH Bisou Max Von Der Leibrucke
Ivy is a highly competitive dog with a strong hunting drive. Despite her drive, she absolutely loves people and attention. She has earned several impressive accolades in very limited showing, including Select Bitch at both the Barbet Club of America National Specialty in 2024 and the Westminster Kennel Club in 2025. Ivy also became an AKC Champion at just 10 months old and secured a Puppy Sporting Group 1st at the same age.
CHIC #: 206134
OFA EYES: Normal
OFA ELBOWS: Normal
PENN HIPS: LDI=.40, RDI=.43
PRCD-PRA: Clear/Normal
BRED BY: Walda Brands (imported from the Netherlands)
OWNED BY: Will Zollman