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SUPPORTING BREED EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
THROUGH PHILANTHROPY
Foundation Focus on Education
A principal mission and purpose of the Epagneul Breton Foundation is to promote general breed education to the breed constituency and general public about the Epagneul Breton. In this regard, the Foundation has developed, administers and maintains a repository of much of the vital information which has been written and is collected about the Epagneul Breton breed. For those interested in research or more in-depth study, see the Bibliography, which lists a majority of authoritative sources and references about the Epagneul Breton.
The most recent educational article is an excerpt about the early characteristics of the Brittany Spaniel as observed in the French Countryside during the period 1906-1908, as the breed was being formally organized in the country of origin.
News Archive - June and July 2020
Featured Art — Painting by Boris Riab
This featured painting depicts an Epagneul Breton pointing red legged partridge. The artist, named Boris Stepanovich Riabouchinsky, but known as Boris Riab was born into Russian aristocracy and his artistic inspiration came from his exposure to nature and hunting on his family’s vast property north of Moscow. Read more...
The Epagneul Breton Foundation, Inc., displays artwork in its gallery to inform enthusiasts of the breed about historic and contemporary art and artists. Pieces of art are featured periodically and then displayed in the online gallery.
Board of Trustees News
At its spring Board meeting at the CEB-US Conclave in South Carolina, The Epagneul Breton Foundation, Inc. Board of Trustees elected some new officers, new trustees and a new Honorary Trustee/Advisor. Todd Farris of Oklahoma City was elected Vice Chairman and Denine Ackerbauer, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin has been elected Treasurer. R. L. Dalrymple, a founding member and longtime supporter from Thomas, Oklahoma was elected to the role of Honorary Trustee and Advisor, and Randy Meester of Wilton, Iowa, and Norman Pope of Armour, South Dakota were elected as Trustees. Thanks to Christopher Kimbrell and R. L. Dalrymple for their past service as officers and trustees. Chris will continue to support and advocate for the Foundation and breed in other capacities. R.L. has graciously offered to continue his role as a supporter of the Foundation as an Honorary Advisor and mentor.
Many thanks!
Recent Donations
The Epagneul Breton Foundation, Inc., has received several donations this year and gratefully acknowledges these donors whose names have been added to the Donors page of the web site: Gold Level - Chisholm Trail Epagneul Breton Gun Dog Club, and Shawn McDavid; Silver Level - Dr. Joseph Malters, Kevin Miller, and Thomas and Gayle King; Bronze Level - Braden Farris, Preston Farris, and Ben and Linda Robinson.
The Foundation also received memorial donations in memory of recently departed canines, Big Boss du Buisson De Choisel owned by R. L. Dalrymple, and Capriole Des Grand Lacs (“Bounce”) owned by Denine Ackerbauer. These memorials are a great way for owners and admirers of departed dogs to continue to tangibly impact and contribute to the breed for perpetuity.
Anyone desiring to make a charitable donation to the Foundation may designate the gift as being for the scholarship or send donations to the Foundation general fund and send it to the address on the Contact Us page or provide it to any Foundation Trustee.
2020 Joyce Smith Scholarship Awarded to Callie Broughton
This year's recipient of the Joyce Smith Memorial Scholarship is Callie Broughton of Clearwater, Minnesota, who was selected by the CEB-US Scholarship Committee. Congratulations to Callie as she concludes her senior year of high school and commences her collegiate studies at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.
Read more about the Joyce Smith Memorial Scholarship and how students can apply. Also consider donating to the fund to help young Epagneul Breton enthusiasts continue their education.
Tribute to Henri Xavier Guélou
Henri Xavier Guélou of Ploumagoar, France passed away June 22, 2020 at the age of 84. He was a prominent figure in the history of the Epagneul Breton in France and the United States, and was an honorary trustee of The Epagneul Breton Foundation, Inc. He served on the committee (board) of the CEB-France for many years, before becoming president of that club from 1988 to 1992. He was also a qualified Expert Confirmateur for the CEB-France, and was a revered and respected FCI field trial Judge in France and Europe by the entire trialing community. His association with the Epagneul Breton in the U.S. was an outgrowth of his long time personal friendship with R. L. and Pat Dalrymple, which began in 1989. It was Henri’s support and endorsement that played a huge role in expanding international relations for breed fanciers in the United States. See the full Tribute to Henri Xavier Guélou...
