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picture is worth a thousand words, and that's how we feel about Ochoco. No one could be more proud than
we are of this big boy. He represents the fifth generation of our breeding
program, and the fifth generation of progressive excellence. It just
doesn’t get much better than Ochoco. He is the son of Cherokee and
Comanche, and we knew he was very Special from the beginning!
It's pretty obvious that Ochoco has incredible type, bone and substance, as
well as a magnificent harsh, stand-off brindle coat, but what you can't see
in a photo is the happy, friendly, lovable boy that you meet in person. Or
can you? And can you see how sound and well built he is? How he moves with such effortless pride,
and obvious purpose?
Ochoco is everything we strive for, and his short trip to England in 2004
resulted in 2 quick CCs and a Group 1 before he was brought home earlier
than originally planned. We were proud as always, but happy to have him
home. Through trials and
tribulations, he and the rest of his family keep us going. He is a constant
reminder of how far we've come, and the real reason we breed.
One of the most consistent comments we have received from judges about
Ochoco is that he is everything the Akita breed needs so badly right now.
We take that as a tremendous compliment, and validation of eighteen years
of slow, careful and selective breeding. Ochoco is a Group winner and
placer, but never really enjoyed performing in the ring. He doesn’t have a
‘reason’ and doesn’t buy into treats as incentives.
He’s a very smart boy!
He’s much more interested in the family side of things, and
has proven his value as the sire of a rising number of champions with VERY
limited breedings. Visit our Gallery to see some
of Ochoco’s kids and make up your own mind. Although he was neutered in 2006 due to
an enlarged prostate, we will be using his frozen semen for very selective
breedings in the future.
We’re so proud of Ochoco and all
he has done!
This big beautiful boy is our
HERO!
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