Aristo Acres |
I enjoy talking about Vizslas, so feel free to contact me anytime at: Aristo Acres Joye Walker (formerly Joye Bondanza) Angier, North Carolina NEW e-mail in 2016: joyehomes@gmail.com |
Here I am at my first match (and in dire need of some handling lessons), and in College. |
This is my previous home and barn in Northern California. |
About Me When I was 5 years old, I was breeding Dutch Rabbits. It was a natural progression to wanting a puppy, so when I was nine years old, my parents bought me a puppy from a reputable Keeshond breeder. She encouraged me to attend a Match, and then a Dog Show. I was hooked! My first litter of Keeshonden was bred when I was 12 years old, and I was fascinated by the cute results of all the planning, ethics, genetics, art and science included in the dog world. After attaining a B.A. in Horsemanship (Equine Studies), I moved to a very hot climate, so a change of breed was in order. I researched and landed on the Vizsla. I am captivated by their desire to please, their affection, and the fact that they are like no other dog on Earth. Over the years, I have also raised Miniature Horses, finches, ducks, chickens, pigeons, and a turkey. I guess you can say that raising animals is in my blood! |
Suzie and Jester say: Welcome To My Website! |
I have 3 dogs with me in North Carolina, Boomer is in California, and Suzie is in Heaven. Each dog has their own page; please click on a button (left) for each dog's page. |
Cody and Joye. (Photo by Forrest Bliss) |
Twins! Suzie and Tex with mother Tinker. |
Now they are in doggy Heaven...my sweet Shadow, Jester, and Angel. |
NEWSFLASH! 2019: Moving to North Carolina was a great idea: better weather, and a bigger yard for the dogs! 2018: All of my dogs are enjoying the Meet Ups with the Middle Tennessee Vizsla Group...find the group on Facebook, and I hope to see you soon at one of our fabulous local parks! July 2016: Rez, from my Vino x Zara litter, becomes a new CHAMPION with a major win of BOW at a Specialty in Oregon! March 2016: Lila, from Brenna's 2011 litter, has a magnificent litter of 6 pups! December 2015: Rez, from Zara's 2012 litter, wins a 4-point major! March 2015: Lila, from Brenna's 2011 litter, finishes her Champion title with a 5-point major, and the next day, her first time in the ring as a Special, she wins another 5-point major! January 2015: Khya, from Zara's 2012 litter, wins a 4-point major at a Specialty! August 2014: Zara finishes her Grand Champion title with style in Reno! June 2014: Zara wins an Award of Merit (AOM) at the VCNC Specialty in a field of 68 Vizslas! January 2014: Boomer achieves his International Champion title, with high praise for correct, strong movement and happy attitude from the judges! July 2013: Boomer gets his Beginner Novice (BN) Obedience title in 3 straight Trials! April 2013: Brodie, from Brenna's 2011 litter, attained his Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title with his 12 year-old owner handler! April 2013: Rez, from Zara's 2012 litter, attained his Junior Hunter (JH) title, and demonstrated excellent work ethic and desire in the field! |
Boomer |
Zara |
Vino |
Brenna |
Suzie |
This was my home in Tennessee, the dogs had to get used to a smaller backyard. |
Here are Vino, Brenna, Zara and I at our new home in North Carolina, July 2019. Brenna at age 14 1/2 enjoys the spot of sun in the living room. |