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. Her prestigious career is highlighted by her ranking as the #1 Barbet Bitch in both Breed and All-Breed standings for 2024, maintaining her #1 All-Breed Bitch status through 2025. A standout on the national stage, she earned back-to-back Awards of Merit at the Barbet Club of America National Specialty in 2024 and 2025. Her impressive record also includes being named Best of Opposite at the Westminster Kennel Club in 2024, a Group Win with multiple Group Placements, and Best of Winners at the 2023 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

 
 
GCH Bisou Max Von Der Leibrucke

Ivy is a highly competitive dog with a strong hunting drive who, despite her intensity in the field, absolutely loves people and attention. She has earned several impressive accolades in limited showing, most recently being named Best of Opposite at the 2026 Westminster Kennel Club. Her notable record also includes being awarded Select Bitch at both the 2024 Barbet Club of America National Specialty and the 2025 Westminster Kennel Club. Now a multiple group placer, Ivy’s success started early—she became an AKC Champion and secured a Puppy Sporting Group 1st when she was just 10 months old.

  • 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