From Our Family To YoursWe raise puppies for a few reasons: It all started of course with our love of German Shorthairs. I wanted to breed better shorthairs than I was seeing, where did the shorthairs of my youth go? I was not seeing the versatile hunting dog of Jack, the shorthair I grew up with. Kim and I decided that we would dedicate our retirement years to the dogs we loved so much.
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Important: If you are interested in a puppy there is no deposit, but what we ask of you is a text message to my to my Kim's phone. Kimberlee 209-256-4661. This text will be your spot on the list. Put your name, phone number, the sex of the puppy wanted, color of puppy, as well as any other information or questions you might have. This step is very important. Feel free to call, but this text will be needed at some time. Don't email or message in another form. Phone Text Please. Thank you very much.
Quick Review: Our puppies are bred for a great temperament, a loving kind dog is what we are looking for. Great hunting and or family member, natural retrieve, love of water, and a good natural point and back. We want a dog that will stay with you on a hunt or hike and not run away. A healthy pup that will be a member of your family and a loyal friend for a lot of years. And we Guarantee It!
All sires and dams, (fathers and mothers) are tested for the genetic defects of Cone Degeneration (German Shorthaired Pointer Type), Degenerative Myelopathy, Hyperuricosurina, and Von Willebrand Disease II. Even though there is no chance of them having any of these defects, and only a 2 % chance of them be a carrier. It would take a carrier bred to a carrier to produce a defect. Even then only some would have the defect. No German Shorthair that I know of has ever even tested positive as a carrier. This is a very healthy breed. At 98.2 % Hip Dysplasia free, German Shorthairs have great hips. I have never heard of a Shorthair with bad hips. Your puppy from us will be Guaranteed for any and all EVERYTHING!
Just how good is this puppy coming from us? Well, the little pup that will change your life, will be as cute as all puppies are. Every pup starts cute, but where will the one you get end up, compared to other pups from other breeder? We have worked hard and dedicated ourselves to producing the exact pup that we our selves want. At this point we are well beyond a couple of dogs in the back yard that we breed to. Though we all started there. We are hundreds on thousands of dollars, thousands of hunting hours and miles, thousands of hours, and days living with, and have hundreds of German Shorthairs behind us. We know what a good German Shorthair is in the home, or field. We know all the lines forwards and backwards. We know from experience because we bred them. No guessing here. We bred them, and raised their pups. We crossed them and raised their pups. I hunted and lived with all of them. We keep a pup back from each litter and raise it. Who else does that? Your pup will be the kind of pup that I want, so if you want what I want your in luck. If you want a show dog, or big running field trial dog, well we don't have those. Some crossed maybe. The German Shorthair has a huge gene pool. So not every Shorthair is alike. Well they all seem to have a lot of energy when they are young. What I breed for, and it's all over this web site is: A dog that wants to be with you. Wants to be your best friend. On a hunt or hike the dog will stay in-tuned to you. One that will not go off and just run for the sake of running, which is the main problem of field trial lines. They are bred for an over exaggeration of a trait, and that trait is RUN. We want a dog that loves the water, loves to and has a natural retrieve. A dog that loves to retrieves is a dog that loves to please. And for the hunter a good strong natural point and back. So how good are our Shorthairs? Well good enough for our family, and good enough for your's. And if our pup grows into a dog that is not good enough, or is not what you expected, or life circumstances change and you can't keep or just don't want our pup anymore than we want it back. But unlike other breeder who might say bring him back, we will pay you, your money back.
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So when you get a puppy from us what do you really get? First you get the best GSP that money can buy. So much time, love, and money went into the development of this puppy. Only the very best, loving, versatile hunting dogs went into the breeding program. So you get the best hunting and family dog that GSP genetics can offer. You get a new member of your family, us. We are here to answer all your questions. Now and forever. You get a 100 percent guarantee, another pup or your money back, for any reason. It's easier and better for us, you, and the dog, if we take it back and re-home it. I know your thinking, what if it was our fault? That's ok, no one is perfect. And the truth is, GSPs are not for everyone. We help with the training, and that's free. If you go on vacation, we watch the dog, that's free as well.
Each puppy will come with the tail cute, and dew claws removed. The pup will have had a vaccination for Kennel Cough, 2 Parvo 5 way shots (1 around 6 weeks then at 8 weeks). Each pup will have been treated for worms, Coccidia , and Giardia. Each pup will come with a micochip. |
Puppies Turn Men & Women into little Boys & Girls
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Puppy Testing: The Volhard 7 week old puppy test.
l Puppy Testing:
This is the Puppy Aptitude Test used by the Monks of New Skete. The Monks raise and sell German Sheppard puppies. Taken from the book “The Monks of New Skete, The Art of Raising A Puppy”
The test is the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test. The Monks have used the test to help match their puppies to new owners. The test could be considered a puppy personality test. The test is given on the 49 day.
It is important to remember that the puppies have been slightly stressed from birth. Even though some believe that that handling of puppies for the first 3 weeks have no effect on the puppies, the Monks disagree. They stress the puppies by handing them daily, massaging the stomach, as well as reducing the body temperature of the puppies by placing them in box in a cooler room.
The military has a super dog program where they stress the puppy, believing this makes for a better military dog.
The puppies are well socialized before the testing. Each Monk is scheduled time to play with the puppies.
There are nine tests, that are scored from 1 to 6.
Test # 1. SOCIAL ATTRACTION: The puppy is called to the tester who is kneeling down clapping a calling the puppy. The purpose is determine the degree of social attraction, confidence, or dependence. The puppy is scored a 1 if it came readily, tail up, jumped, bit and hands, a 2 if came readily, tail up, pawed, licked at hands, a 3 if it came readily tail up, a 4 if came readily tail down, a 5 if came hesitantly, tail down, and a 6 if the puppy did not come at all.
Test # 2. FOLLOWING: The tester stands up and walks away from the pup in a normal manner. Tests the degree of following attraction. Not following indicates independence. Scores: 1 Followed readily, tail up, got underfoot, bit at feet. 2 Followed readily, tail up got underfoot. 3 Followed readily, tail up. 4 Followed readily tail down. 5 Followed hesitantly, tail down. 6 Did not follow.
Test # 3. RESTRAINT: The tester is to crouch down and gently roll the pup on his back, and hold it with one hand for a full 30 seconds. This tests the degree of dominant or submissive tendency. How it accepts stress when socially or physically dominated. Scores: 1 Struggled fiercely, flailed, bit. 2 Struggled fiercely, flailed. 3 Settled, struggled, settled with some eye contact. 4 Struggled then settled. 5 No struggle. 6 No struggle, straining to avoid eye contact.
Test # 4. SOCIAL DOMINANCE: Let pup stand up and gently stroke him from the head to back while you crouch beside him. Continue stroking until a recognizable behavior is established. This tests the degree of acceptance of social dominance pup may try to dominate bu jumping and nipping or is independent and walks away. Score: 1 Jumped, pawed, bit, growled. 2 Jumped, pawed. 3 Cuddles up to tester and tries to lick face. 4 Squirmed, licked at hands. 5 Rolled over, licked at hands. 6 Went away and stayed away.
Test # 5. ELEVATION DOMINANCE: Bend over and cradle the pup under its belly, fingers interlaced. Hold the puppy off the ground for 30 seconds. This test the degree of accepting dominance while in a position of no control. Score: 1 Struggled fiercely, bit, growled. 2 Struggled fiercely. 3 No struggle, relaxed. 4 Struggled, settled, licked. 5 No struggled, licked at hands. 6 No struggle, froze.
Test # 6 RETRIEVING: Get the puppies attention, and toss a crumpled up piece of paper 4 to 6 feet. Test the degree of willingness to work with a human. High correlation between ability to retrieve and successful guide dogs, obedience dogs and field trial dogs. Scores: 1 Chases picks up paper and runs away. 2 Chases paper stands over it, but does not return. 3 retrieve paper back to tester. 4 Chases, and returns without object. 5 Starts to chase and loses interest. 6 Does not chase object.
Test # 7 TOUCH SENSITIVITY: Pinch the webbing of the puppies foot, starting lightly, then adding pressure until puppy shows discomfort. Tests degree of sensitivity to touch. Score: 1 8 to 10 count, 2 6-7, 3 5-6, 4 2-4, and 5 1 to 2 count. No 6 score.
Test # 8 SOUND SENSITIVITY: Strike a pot with large metal spoon a few feet away from pup. Tests degree of sensitivity to sound. Score: 1 Listens, locates sound and walks toward it barking. 2 Listens, locates sound, and barks. 3 Listens locates sound, shows curiosity and walks toward sound. 4 Listens and locates sound. 5 Cringes, backs off, hides. 6 Ignores sound, shows no curiosity.
Test # 9 SIGHT SENSITIVITY: Tie a rag on a string and pull it around in a jerking manner in in front of the pup. This test the degree of intelligent response to a strange object. ( I think it just tests pray drive in a German Shorthair. All scored a 1, after attacking and biting the rag.) Score: 1 Looks, attacks, and bites. 2 Looks, barks and tail is up. 3 Looks curiously, attempts to investigate. 4 Looks, barks, tail is tucked. 5 Runs away. No score of 6.
INTERPRETING THE SCORES:
Mostly 1’s A puppy that consistently scores a 1 in the temperament section of the test is an extremely dominant, and aggressive puppy who can easily be provoked to bite. His dominant nature will attempt to resist human leadership, thus requiring only the most experienced of handlers. This puppy is a poor choice for most individuals and will do best in a working situation as a guard or police dog.
Mostly 2’s This pup is dominant and self assured. He can be provoked to bite; however he readily accepts human leadership that is firm, consistent and knowledgeable. This is not a dog for a tentative, indecisive individual. In the right hands, he has the potential to become a fine working or show dog and could it into and adult household, provided the owners know what they are doing.
Mostly 3’s This pup is outgoing and friendly and will adjust well in situations in which he receives regular training and exercise. He has a flexible temperament that adapts well to deferent types of environment, provided he is handled correctly. May be too much dog for a family with small children or and elderly couple who are sedentary.
Mostly 4’s A pup that is an easily controlled, adaptable puppy whose submissive nature will make him continually look to his master for leadership. This pup is easy to train, reliable with kids, and though he lacks self confidence, makes a high quality family pet. He is usually less outgoing than a pup scoring 3’s,but his demeanor is gentle and affectionate.
Mostly 5’s This is a pup who is extremely submissive and lacking in self confidence. He bonds very closely with his owner and requires a regular companionship and encouragement to bring him out of himself. If handled incorrectly, this pup will grow up very shy and fearful. For this reason, he will do best in a predicable, structured lifestyle with owners who are patient and not overly demanding, such as an elderly couple.
Mostly 6’s A puppy that scores 6 consistently is independent and uninterested in people. He will mature into a dog who is not demonstrably affectionate and who has a low need for human companionship. In general, it is rare to see properly socialized pups test this way; however there are several breads that have been bred for specific tasks such as basenjis, hounds, and some northern breeds which can exhibit this lever of independence. To performs intended, these dogs require a singularity of prostate is not compromised by strong attachments to their owner.
For most owners, a good companion dog will score in the 3 to 4 range.
This is the Puppy Aptitude Test used by the Monks of New Skete. The Monks raise and sell German Sheppard puppies. Taken from the book “The Monks of New Skete, The Art of Raising A Puppy”
The test is the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test. The Monks have used the test to help match their puppies to new owners. The test could be considered a puppy personality test. The test is given on the 49 day.
It is important to remember that the puppies have been slightly stressed from birth. Even though some believe that that handling of puppies for the first 3 weeks have no effect on the puppies, the Monks disagree. They stress the puppies by handing them daily, massaging the stomach, as well as reducing the body temperature of the puppies by placing them in box in a cooler room.
The military has a super dog program where they stress the puppy, believing this makes for a better military dog.
The puppies are well socialized before the testing. Each Monk is scheduled time to play with the puppies.
There are nine tests, that are scored from 1 to 6.
Test # 1. SOCIAL ATTRACTION: The puppy is called to the tester who is kneeling down clapping a calling the puppy. The purpose is determine the degree of social attraction, confidence, or dependence. The puppy is scored a 1 if it came readily, tail up, jumped, bit and hands, a 2 if came readily, tail up, pawed, licked at hands, a 3 if it came readily tail up, a 4 if came readily tail down, a 5 if came hesitantly, tail down, and a 6 if the puppy did not come at all.
Test # 2. FOLLOWING: The tester stands up and walks away from the pup in a normal manner. Tests the degree of following attraction. Not following indicates independence. Scores: 1 Followed readily, tail up, got underfoot, bit at feet. 2 Followed readily, tail up got underfoot. 3 Followed readily, tail up. 4 Followed readily tail down. 5 Followed hesitantly, tail down. 6 Did not follow.
Test # 3. RESTRAINT: The tester is to crouch down and gently roll the pup on his back, and hold it with one hand for a full 30 seconds. This tests the degree of dominant or submissive tendency. How it accepts stress when socially or physically dominated. Scores: 1 Struggled fiercely, flailed, bit. 2 Struggled fiercely, flailed. 3 Settled, struggled, settled with some eye contact. 4 Struggled then settled. 5 No struggle. 6 No struggle, straining to avoid eye contact.
Test # 4. SOCIAL DOMINANCE: Let pup stand up and gently stroke him from the head to back while you crouch beside him. Continue stroking until a recognizable behavior is established. This tests the degree of acceptance of social dominance pup may try to dominate bu jumping and nipping or is independent and walks away. Score: 1 Jumped, pawed, bit, growled. 2 Jumped, pawed. 3 Cuddles up to tester and tries to lick face. 4 Squirmed, licked at hands. 5 Rolled over, licked at hands. 6 Went away and stayed away.
Test # 5. ELEVATION DOMINANCE: Bend over and cradle the pup under its belly, fingers interlaced. Hold the puppy off the ground for 30 seconds. This test the degree of accepting dominance while in a position of no control. Score: 1 Struggled fiercely, bit, growled. 2 Struggled fiercely. 3 No struggle, relaxed. 4 Struggled, settled, licked. 5 No struggled, licked at hands. 6 No struggle, froze.
Test # 6 RETRIEVING: Get the puppies attention, and toss a crumpled up piece of paper 4 to 6 feet. Test the degree of willingness to work with a human. High correlation between ability to retrieve and successful guide dogs, obedience dogs and field trial dogs. Scores: 1 Chases picks up paper and runs away. 2 Chases paper stands over it, but does not return. 3 retrieve paper back to tester. 4 Chases, and returns without object. 5 Starts to chase and loses interest. 6 Does not chase object.
Test # 7 TOUCH SENSITIVITY: Pinch the webbing of the puppies foot, starting lightly, then adding pressure until puppy shows discomfort. Tests degree of sensitivity to touch. Score: 1 8 to 10 count, 2 6-7, 3 5-6, 4 2-4, and 5 1 to 2 count. No 6 score.
Test # 8 SOUND SENSITIVITY: Strike a pot with large metal spoon a few feet away from pup. Tests degree of sensitivity to sound. Score: 1 Listens, locates sound and walks toward it barking. 2 Listens, locates sound, and barks. 3 Listens locates sound, shows curiosity and walks toward sound. 4 Listens and locates sound. 5 Cringes, backs off, hides. 6 Ignores sound, shows no curiosity.
Test # 9 SIGHT SENSITIVITY: Tie a rag on a string and pull it around in a jerking manner in in front of the pup. This test the degree of intelligent response to a strange object. ( I think it just tests pray drive in a German Shorthair. All scored a 1, after attacking and biting the rag.) Score: 1 Looks, attacks, and bites. 2 Looks, barks and tail is up. 3 Looks curiously, attempts to investigate. 4 Looks, barks, tail is tucked. 5 Runs away. No score of 6.
INTERPRETING THE SCORES:
Mostly 1’s A puppy that consistently scores a 1 in the temperament section of the test is an extremely dominant, and aggressive puppy who can easily be provoked to bite. His dominant nature will attempt to resist human leadership, thus requiring only the most experienced of handlers. This puppy is a poor choice for most individuals and will do best in a working situation as a guard or police dog.
Mostly 2’s This pup is dominant and self assured. He can be provoked to bite; however he readily accepts human leadership that is firm, consistent and knowledgeable. This is not a dog for a tentative, indecisive individual. In the right hands, he has the potential to become a fine working or show dog and could it into and adult household, provided the owners know what they are doing.
Mostly 3’s This pup is outgoing and friendly and will adjust well in situations in which he receives regular training and exercise. He has a flexible temperament that adapts well to deferent types of environment, provided he is handled correctly. May be too much dog for a family with small children or and elderly couple who are sedentary.
Mostly 4’s A pup that is an easily controlled, adaptable puppy whose submissive nature will make him continually look to his master for leadership. This pup is easy to train, reliable with kids, and though he lacks self confidence, makes a high quality family pet. He is usually less outgoing than a pup scoring 3’s,but his demeanor is gentle and affectionate.
Mostly 5’s This is a pup who is extremely submissive and lacking in self confidence. He bonds very closely with his owner and requires a regular companionship and encouragement to bring him out of himself. If handled incorrectly, this pup will grow up very shy and fearful. For this reason, he will do best in a predicable, structured lifestyle with owners who are patient and not overly demanding, such as an elderly couple.
Mostly 6’s A puppy that scores 6 consistently is independent and uninterested in people. He will mature into a dog who is not demonstrably affectionate and who has a low need for human companionship. In general, it is rare to see properly socialized pups test this way; however there are several breads that have been bred for specific tasks such as basenjis, hounds, and some northern breeds which can exhibit this lever of independence. To performs intended, these dogs require a singularity of prostate is not compromised by strong attachments to their owner.
For most owners, a good companion dog will score in the 3 to 4 range.
Hunting Test, also given at 7 weeks old.
We also look for a puppy who has a strong desire to point at 7 weeks and give this test also at seven weeks with the Volhard Test. We combine the retrieving test as well. These two tests along with some bird work, the Volhard Test, and the 7 weeks we have spent with the puppies gives us a pretty good incite into each puppy. All to this the hundreds of puppies we've test and the fact that we also tested, raised, and hunted each of the parents.
We do the pointing test before the retrieving test, because we want to see if the puppy will point the paper when tossed before they retrieve it. We have a broom handle with a sock tied to about 6 feet of cord. There is an art to flipping the sock (I'll post a test video so you can see it). If the puppy points the sock, points the paper when tossed, and retrieves the paper, and scores high in the Volhard test, be assured the puppy will be a fine hunting and family dogs. The one thing we can't test for is love of water. We rely on genetics for this. We also use a quail, or pigeon with the wings clipped to see it puppy will chase and carry the bird around.
We do the pointing test before the retrieving test, because we want to see if the puppy will point the paper when tossed before they retrieve it. We have a broom handle with a sock tied to about 6 feet of cord. There is an art to flipping the sock (I'll post a test video so you can see it). If the puppy points the sock, points the paper when tossed, and retrieves the paper, and scores high in the Volhard test, be assured the puppy will be a fine hunting and family dogs. The one thing we can't test for is love of water. We rely on genetics for this. We also use a quail, or pigeon with the wings clipped to see it puppy will chase and carry the bird around.
What do I recommend you do when picking out a puppy?
Dress for success, no open toed shoes, long pants are better that shorts, and ladies, no low cut shirts, hair tied back will help.
The first thing is trusting the breeder, if you trust them, tell them everything you will do with the dog, and what you expect of the dog. The more knowledgeable the breeder the more faith you will have in them to pick out the right pup for you, that will grow into the right dog for you.
But here's what you can do: Look for a bold, confident, loving puppy, and one that looks good to you. But remember looks are only skin deep, don't pass up the right pup that will be the right dog in your life for over 10 years because of looks. Next, take this puppy away from the rest, and have a wing or something tied to a pole, and a wadded up piece of paper. Put puppy down and walk away four big steps, and don't call puppy yet, did puppy follow you? If so great, if not ok, bend down and call puppy to you. Puppy should come. Pet puppy and see if it wants to be played with. Roll puppy on it's back and see if it's calm. If it's not, I would probably find one that is. Wad the paper up and toss it about six feet, puppy must be watching. This is not easy. Puppy should retrieve the paper to you. Do this as many times as puppy will bring in back. 15 times is about the record. If puppy points the paper when tossed, puppy has a strong point. Then see if you can get the puppy to point what ever you have tied to the pole. Last see if puppy will lick you. Some shorthairs don't lick, ever. I think it's the English Pointer in them, anyway I like a dog that licks.
The first thing is trusting the breeder, if you trust them, tell them everything you will do with the dog, and what you expect of the dog. The more knowledgeable the breeder the more faith you will have in them to pick out the right pup for you, that will grow into the right dog for you.
But here's what you can do: Look for a bold, confident, loving puppy, and one that looks good to you. But remember looks are only skin deep, don't pass up the right pup that will be the right dog in your life for over 10 years because of looks. Next, take this puppy away from the rest, and have a wing or something tied to a pole, and a wadded up piece of paper. Put puppy down and walk away four big steps, and don't call puppy yet, did puppy follow you? If so great, if not ok, bend down and call puppy to you. Puppy should come. Pet puppy and see if it wants to be played with. Roll puppy on it's back and see if it's calm. If it's not, I would probably find one that is. Wad the paper up and toss it about six feet, puppy must be watching. This is not easy. Puppy should retrieve the paper to you. Do this as many times as puppy will bring in back. 15 times is about the record. If puppy points the paper when tossed, puppy has a strong point. Then see if you can get the puppy to point what ever you have tied to the pole. Last see if puppy will lick you. Some shorthairs don't lick, ever. I think it's the English Pointer in them, anyway I like a dog that licks.
Boy or Girl? I've heard it all.
Some swear by boys, others by girls. Boys pee on stuff, girls come into heat. Girls are smaller, boys are not that big. Shorthairs get around mush better than Labs, so a big shorthair 70 pounds can still get in your lap. Some German dogs, 80 to 90 pounds are to big. If you are even thinking of breeding you need a girl. Boys I think are more your pals if your a guy, not sure about you ladies, just seems that way to me. They both hunt about the same. Our Lady might be the best, but I'm spiting hairs, Jack might be the all around best dog I've ever owned, but again I'm splitting hairs.
Color: Solid liver or solid black, liver or black roaned and ticked with patches, liver or black mostly white without roaning, with or without ticking?
What I love about Shorthiars are so many color combinations. That said, if I was only breeding to sale pups they all would be like the one you see in pictures. Liver, white, patched, ticked and roaned. Because that is what 90 percent of people call for. But in a performance based breeding program you breed the best to the best. My thoughts on color.
White, with liver head, little or no roaning, or even ticking. Field Trial lines, 28 percent of American breed shorthairs. Big run, lack of natural retrieve, not good in the water, great cardiovascular system, great point, and back and can find birds. I very rarely get a call for this type of dog. In my option make the worst of family pets. Exceptions, a German DK shorthiar in white, is genetically a different dog. American Versatile Hunting Dog lines, like our Rob. These are few, and the breeder better be able to convince you why their white dogs love the water, retrieve naturally, and hunt close.
Solid Liver, never seen one I did not like. All seem to be versatile hunting dogs, and good family dogs.
Solid Black, probably heavy in German lines, will be great in the water, make sure they point before buying as in all German lines.
Liver, white, patched, ticked, and roaned, should be fine, it's what ever one wants. Versatile hunters, and good family dogs. Most are good in every area.
Black, white, patched ticked and roaned, this tends to be very versatile in hunting and with the family. Most love the water, natural retrieve, point and back, close working, great temperament, even without the roaning, as in a black and white.
Roaning, what is it. When two colors blind together to give an appearance of a third color. Black and white, as well as liver and white blinded to give the look of grey. like in Dolly's girl below.
White, with liver head, little or no roaning, or even ticking. Field Trial lines, 28 percent of American breed shorthairs. Big run, lack of natural retrieve, not good in the water, great cardiovascular system, great point, and back and can find birds. I very rarely get a call for this type of dog. In my option make the worst of family pets. Exceptions, a German DK shorthiar in white, is genetically a different dog. American Versatile Hunting Dog lines, like our Rob. These are few, and the breeder better be able to convince you why their white dogs love the water, retrieve naturally, and hunt close.
Solid Liver, never seen one I did not like. All seem to be versatile hunting dogs, and good family dogs.
Solid Black, probably heavy in German lines, will be great in the water, make sure they point before buying as in all German lines.
Liver, white, patched, ticked, and roaned, should be fine, it's what ever one wants. Versatile hunters, and good family dogs. Most are good in every area.
Black, white, patched ticked and roaned, this tends to be very versatile in hunting and with the family. Most love the water, natural retrieve, point and back, close working, great temperament, even without the roaning, as in a black and white.
Roaning, what is it. When two colors blind together to give an appearance of a third color. Black and white, as well as liver and white blinded to give the look of grey. like in Dolly's girl below.