Interview with Susan LaCroix Hamil, Breeder of Quiet Creek
- Please tell us a little bit about yourself. Where do you live? How many years in dogs? How many years as a breeder? What is your kennel name?
- What are the hallmarks of your breed and why are they important for maintaining breed type?
- In your opinion, are there enough puppy homes to support breeding a litter this year?
- How have you implemented new technologies in science and communications as a breeder?
- In your community, have you noticed a change in the public’s perception of purebred dogs?
- Have you noticed any trends in the sport? Anything to be concerned about?
- What are some of the positive changes you’ve seen in the sport in recent years?
Susan LaCroix Hamil
1. I am Susan LaCroix Hamil, and I live in Laguna Beach, California. I purchased my first Bloodhound in 1966. I began showing in Conformation events in 1970 and finished my first Bloodhound Conformation Champion in 1972. I have been showing and breeding continuously since then. I received my judge’s license for Bloodhounds in 1995.
To date, I have finished over 100 Conformation Champions, including a Westminster Hound Group winner. I have bred multiple Best in Show and National Specialty winners. Currently, I am a Breeder of Merit and have bred both a dog and a bitch who have achieved Grand Champion Platinum status…