Meet Janice Hayes: Master Breeder of Stellar Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen (PBGVs)

Описание: Behind every great Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a keen eye, endless patience, and a breeding plan.

Janice Hayes of Stellar PBGVs shares the hard-earned lessons behind her journey from junior handler to handling assistant to Westminster Best In Show-winning handler, and now a world-class breeder.

You’ll learn:

Why patience is non-negotiable in a successful PBGV breeding program
How important the professional handler-breeder relationship is
What pedigree knowledge really means in practice
Why timing can matter more than talent
How trust and collaboration shape lasting breeding legacies

This is a rare, honest look at the mindset behind world-class breeder — from the ring to the whelping box.

👉 Watch the full episode to hear the Stellar Story firsthand.

Timestamps:
00:30 Introduction to Janice Hayes
01:45 First inspiration and junior handling years
08:13 From handler to breeder mindset
17:53 Choosing the PBGV as her breed
24:10 Building the foundation breeding lines
33:56 Small breed challenges and pedigree depth
39:33 Creating distance within a small breed
45:11 Learning pedigrees by hands-on experience
52:46 Buddy Holly and the Westminster win
57:43 Incorporating Buddy Holly into breeding
1:01:16 How pedigree guides breeding decisions
1:08:39 Defining the ideal PBGV type
1:11:42 The hardest breed traits to attain
1:15:10 Future direction of the breeding program
1:19:14 Handler and breeder relationship
1:23:50 Why breeders must focus on the next generation
1:27:54 Educating the public and using social media
1:31:01 The most significant challenge in the breed
1:32:44 What should breeders focus on today
1:41:47 Breeders who shaped her philosophy
1:44:00 What is Janice most proud of
1:58:02 Advice for aspiring breeders
2:02:01 Legacy of Stellar PBGVs
2:03:38 Where to find Janice

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