2026 Litters

A successful, sustainable, breeding program achieves two equally important objectives – it incrementally improves the overall phenotype, and simultaneously reduces variability, in each successive generation. It is such continuous improvement and overall consistency in soundness, conformation, temperament, and performance attributes that characterize the Superior Pointers companion gun dog breeding program. As accomplished as were the Elhew pointers we produced two decades ago, successive generations have clearly been – on average – even more capable. As Bob Wehle often observed, “If they are not, you’re doing something wrong”.

Continuous improvement and reduced variability of the phenotype is accelerated when breeding only superior, complimentary individuals within a homogeneous gene pool, or "family". Random, indiscriminate breeding with a restricted gene pool, conversely, results in the inevitable decline of the phenotype. It is, therefore, imperative that practitioners of line breeding possess comprehensive knowledge of individual and family characteristics, critically evaluate breeding stock, and "know what good looks like". The Superior Pointers breeding program reflects sixty-five years of experience with pointing dogs, including decades spent observing multiple Bird Dog Hall of Fame enshrined canine performers in major circuit FDSB/AFTCA recognized field trial competition.

Our thoughtfully crafted breedings are informed by experience, and guided by exacting standards. The dogs that we use are all exceptional representatives of their breed and bloodline, and exhibit the very best pure Elhew companion gun dog genetics. While such genetics are a generally reliable indicator of anticipated soundness, conformation, temperament, and performance characteristics, they are not an absolute, infallible predictor. Every dog used in the Superior Pointers breeding program is, therefore, critically evaluated to confirm that they are physically and temperamentally sound, and accomplished on wild birds. It is these exemplary wild bird handling credentials which, we believe, differentiates the Superior Pointers breeding program from many others. The nine equally promising spring 2026 breedings detailed below represent a continued refinement of our proven breeding strategy, and will yield the overall best Elhew companion gun dogs that we have ever produced. Early reservations are recommended.

2026 Planned Litters

Striking Elhew Gordon x Striking Elhew Simone - Expected in February
Striking Elhew Yellowjacket x Striking Elhew Jill - Expected in April
Striking Elhew Yellowjacket x Striking Elhew June - Expected in May
Striking Elhew Warchief x Striking Elhew Hazel - Expected in May
Hot Elhew Frank's Sauce x Striking Elhew Maddie - Expected in May
Striking Elhew Blackjack x Striking Elhew Isemay - Expected in May
Striking Elhew Yellowjacket x Striking Elhew Ruby - Expected in June
Striking Elhew Rocco X Striking Elhew Nyx - Expected in June
Striking Elhew Gordon x Striking Elhew Willow - Expected August

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Gordon x Simone

Gordon is a fast, agile, 50-pound young male with a confident, yet compliant, temperament. He exhibits exemplary bird finding and handling abilities, and is a strong, natural, retriever. Gordon is as attractive traveling, as he is on point.

Simone is a "classy", well made, 44-pound frozen semen daughter of Striking Elhew Mack. Like her maternal grandsire, Striking Elhew Rex, she is an unusually proficient bird finder. Simone is equally captivating on the ground, and on point, and is fondly described by her owners as a "rock star".

The litter pedigree of this repeat breeding is rich in Elhew Strike x Elhew Kiwi genetics and, particularly, in the "blood" of Superior Pointers' acclaimed foundation sire, Striking Elhew Mack. These pups are certain to exceed the expectations of the most discriminating wild bird hunter. Simone's litter will be whelped, and raised, in Garrett, Indiana by her proud owners, Andy Giegold and Bill Gabers. According to Gordon's and Simone's genetic color codes, the statistical probability is for 37.5% black, 12.5% liver, 37.5% dark orange with black pigmentation, and 12.5% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Jack x Jill

Jack is an impressive 54-pound young male with all of the attributes required of a breeding quality dog. He has a superb "nose", a strong pointing instinct, stands off his birds, and exhibits admirable style and intensity of game. Jack is also a strong natural retriever

Jill is a young 42-pound Frank daughter who exudes "class" on the ground, and on point. She is quick, fast, athletic, and handles effortlessly. Jill is equally proficient on forest and prairie grouse. She is a litter sister to Crys. 

The impeccable, pure Elhew, companion gun dog genetics of this breeding ensure that these pups will exceed the expectations of the most "hard bitten" wild bird hunter. This promising litter will be whelped and raised in Bayfield, Wisconsin. Dark orange pups with either black, or brown, pigmentation are anticipated.

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Jack x June

Jack is a well made 54 pound male with a great temperament and impeccable Elhew genetics whom is certain to have, as a sire, a consequential positive impact on the bloodline. He is very fast, beautifully gaited, travels “high on both ends”, and exhibits exemplary character on game. Jack hunts ambitiously, but adjusts his range to the terrain and handles effortlessly.

June is an attractive young, close-working 50 pound daughter of Striking Elhew Bossman – one of the very best Elhew males of his generation. While accomplished on multiple species of wild birds, she is particularly proficient on ruffed grouse. June is well made, attractively gaited, and exhibits admiral style and intensity on game.

The pure Elhew genetics of this highly anticipated litter are derived primarily from Bob Wehle’s incomparable Elhew Strike x Elhew Kiwi “nick”, with a secondary influence of National Champion Elhew Snakefoot “blood” through his well known son, Elhew Distinction – Mr. Wehle’s 1996 “brag dog”. This promising litter will be whelped, and raised, in Mosinee, Wisconsin by June’s devoted owner, Dan Schroeder, and his family. According to Jack’s and June’s genetic color codes, the statistical probability for each possible color is 75% orange with black pigmentation, and 25% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Warchief x Hazel

Chief is a powerful, athletic, 62 pound grandson of prepotent producers Striking Elhew Mack and Elhew Chaparral who is comfortable to follow in the grouse woods, or on the western prairie. He always hunts at a range appropriate for the terrain, and is equally proficient on forest and prairie grouse. Chief is calm and mannerly in the house, and tenacious in the field.

Hazel is a quick, agile, well made, 46 pound female with a great temperament who works at close to medium range and handles kindly. She is well proven on six species of upland birds, but is most experienced on ruffed grouse and woodcock.

This litter pedigree is rich in the Elhew Strike x Elhew Kiwi genetics which Bob Wehle often observed produced his best companion gun dogs and, particularly, his best grouse dogs. These promising pups will be whelped and raised in Mosinee, Wisconsin by Dan Schroeder and his family. According to Chief's and Hazel's genetic color codes, the statistical probability for colors is 37.5% black, 12.5% liver, 37.5% dark orange with black pigmentation, and 12.5% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Frank x Maddie

Frank is a fast, athletic, well-made 50-pound male with a confident, yet compliant, temperament. He is the product of a frozen semen breeding of Striking Elhew Mack to an outstanding daughter of Striking Elhew Rex. Frank has proven, like his illustrious sire, to be an unusually prepotent stud dog. He has hunted wild birds from Texas to North Dakota, and is well proven on six species.

Maddie is a "classy", well-made, athletic, frozen semen Striking Elhew Mack daughter, out of an exceptional Striking Elhew Bossman daughter. She hunts at moderate range appropriate for the terrain, handles kindly, and exhibits exemplary character on game. Maddie is a sister to Striking Elhew Gordon.

The pure Elhew companion gun dog genetics of this unique litter pedigree are as good as it gets. This promising litter will exceed the expectations of the most discriminating Elhew companion gun dog enthusiast. These pups will be whelped, and raised, in Garrett, Indiana by Maddie's devoted owners, Andy Giegold and Bill Gabers. According to Frank's and Maddie's genetic color codes, the statistical probability for color is 37.5% black, 12.5% liver, 37.5% dark orange with black pigmentation, and 12.5% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Blackjack x Isemay

Blackjack is a well made, athletic, attractively gaited, 53 pound young male with a compliant temperament who hunts at a moderate range appropriate for the terrain. He is hunted primarily on ruffed grouse and woodcock, on which he exhibits admirable proficiency. Blackjack possesses the conformation, temperament, performance characteristics, and genetics of a prepotent sire.

Izzy is a quick, agile, athletic 43 pound young female who hunts at close to medium range, and handles effortlessly. She is well put together, with a friendly, cooperative temperament. Izzy is well proven on ruffed grouse and woodcock, and experienced on sharptails

This promising litter pedigree is rich in the "blood" of Superior Pointers' acclaimed foundation sire, Striking Elhew Mack. Additionally, Striking Elhew Rex - quite possibly the best ruffed grouse dog that this breeding program has produced - appears in the top and bottom of this pedigree. These genetically talented pups will be whelped and raised in Belmont, Michigan by Izzy's devoted owners, Paul and Traci Harvey. According to Blackjack's and Izzy's genetic color codes, the statistical probability for colors is 50% black, 25% liver, and 25% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Jack x Ruby

Jack is a hard driving, powerful, tenacious, attractively gaited, 54 pound young male well proven on five species of upland birds. He is a proficient bird finder, and a strong, natural retriever. Jack exemplifies the “class” companion gun dog.

Ruby is a beautiful, 42 pound, young female, with an exceptional temperament who handles multiple species of upland birds with equal proficiency. She is quick, agile, and hunts diligently at an appropriate range for the terrain. Ruby is equally attractive on the ground, and on point.

This impressive litter pedigree is dominated by solid Elhew Strike x Elhew Kiwi genetics from top to bottom. These pups will exceed the expectations of the most dedicated wild bird hunter. This promising litter will be whelped, and raised, in Washburn, Wisconsin by Leo Ketchum and his family. According to Jack’s and Ruby’s genetic color codes, there is a 25% statistical probability for each of the four possible colors.

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Rocco x Nyx

Rocco is a fast, athletic, 50 pound male with excellent conformation, a smooth, fluid stride, and a compliant temperament. He is a proficient bird finder, who exhibits exemplary character on game. Rocco is a frozen semen son of Superior Pointers' renowned foundation sire, Striking Elhew Mack, and a littermate to proven producers Hot Elhew Frank's Sauce and Hot Elhew Valentina.

Nyx is a quick, agile, athletic 44 pound female with outstanding conformation. She is attractively gaited, hunts ambitiously, and handles kindly. Nyx is proficient on pheasants and prairie grouse, which she locates and handles with equal efficiency. She is a litter sister to proven sire Striking Elhew Zephyr.

In addition to being rich in the "blood" of Superior Pointers' celebrated foundation sire, Striking Elhew Mack, the pure Elhew genetics of this litter pedigree reflect a double cross to acclaimed ruffed grouse dog, Striking Elhew Rex. These exceptional companion gun dog prospects will exceed the expectations of the most discriminating upland bird hunter. They will be whelped and raised in Plankinton, South Dakota by Scott and Stacy Flatt. According to Rocco's and Nyx's genetic color codes the statistical probability for colors is 56.25% black, 18.75% liver, 18.75% dark orange with black pigmentation, and 6.25% dark orange with brown pigmentation.

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Gordon x Willow

Gordon is a quick, athletic, well-made, 50-pound frozen semen son of Superior Pointers' foundation sire, Striking Elhew Mack. His dam is a daughter of prepotent sire, Striking Elhew Bossman, and a granddaughter of both Mack and acclaimed sire, Elhew Chaparral. Gordon is a complete bird dog, who exhibits all of the prerequisite attributes of a breeding quality male. We expect Gordon to have a very positive impact on the Elhew totem.

Willow is an outstanding 45-pound daughter of two noted producers, and a fine bird dog in her own right. She handles quail, pheasants, and ruffed grouse with equal proficiency. Willow is quick, athletic, and hunts at a comfortable range in all types of habitat. She is equally attractive on the ground, and on point..

This impressive litter pedigree is rich in the Elhew Strike x Elhew Kiwi "blood" widely recognized by knowledgeable Elhew enthusiasts to produce exemplary companion gun dogs. This promising litter will be whelped, and raised, in Garrett, Indiana by Gordon's and Willow's proud owners, Andy Giegold and Bill Gabers. This  is a repeat of a 2025 breeding that produced a truly impressive litter. Pups will be a rich dark orange with either black or brown, pigmentation.

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