Since 1980

Gingerbred Australian Shepherds is located east of Stockton in the foothills of Valley Springs, California.  I have been involved with Aussies since 1972 and have been an active breeder/competitor since 1980.  Over the years, I have bred, owned and campaigned dogs that have run the gamut from Best of Breed at the ASCA National Specialty to "Couch Potatoes Extraordinaire".

I compete in both ASCA and AKC, primarily in conformation and have also completed some obedience titles on my dogs.  Aussies I have bred are competing successfully in conformation, obedience, and agility.  

I am also an active ASCA Senior Breeder judge

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My Aussie History

My first introduction to Aussies was during high school.  My uncle gave me an Aussie as a gift.  I called him Fred, his registered name was Cossman's (or Abbott/Goodwins) Spunky Punk.  Fred was smart, active and protective of me.  Being single and female, I didn't (and still don't) see protectiveness as a problem. His protective nature didn't do much for my social life, but Fred certainly kept me, my car, and my stuff safe and secure.  

I began showing Australian Shepherds in conformation in 1980.

I purchased Andy, the best man in my life, from Carol Earnest of Starswept Farm.  He's the dog that gave me the confidence that I could win consistently, and provided the basis for my kennel.  He went back to old Flintridge lines, specifically Salt--who I liked a great deal.

Since then, I've been active in a number of local Aussie clubs, an active breeder and Conformation Judge.