6 R Upland Kennels - Iowa German Shorthaired Pointer Breeders

Welcome to 6R Upland Kennels, the home of Moesgaard's German Shorthaired Pointers, Yes its true the bloodline is not dead and gone, it is alive and well in my back yard, All of my studs and most of my females are recent decendents of the Moesgaard line. This is a picture of Moesgaard's 6R'S Duece's Ajax he is 2 1/2 years old now and is producing some great hunting companions, If you check out the Amature rankings at nbdca.com check out the amature dog of the year standings, Ajax is ranked 10th and Duece's other son Rio is ranked 12th. We offer Moesgaard's German Shorthaired Pointers, Pups , Started Dogs, Finished Dogs, Dog Training, Guided Hunts on over 12,000 private Acres in central Iowa. Our dogs bloodlines have been around for over 60 years with Dams and Sires in the pedigree's going all the way back to Fieldacres Ib and Fieldacres Amy. Darrel Keenan took alot of pride in this bloodline and I have taken what he taught me and continued to produce high quality hunting dogs. With our new kennel we have built we are able to trian more dogs now, if you are interested in a small family kennel where the dogs get alot of one on one handling then we are the kennel you have been looking for. We have 600 acres of CRP to train in and raise the birds needed to have your dog working the way you want it to. Our trainng is done to your expectations not ours. All our dogs love attention and only want to please their owner, So if you are looking for a life long friend and a breeder and trainer that is available to answer your questions give us a call you will not be disapointed. All of our puppies come with a 2 year health guarentee but being in the dog business as long as we have we have never had a dog come back with any health issues we have never had to worry about all the tests for hips, eyes or joint defects we stand behind every dog we sale and always make sure our customers are 100% satisified. Thank you for taking time to look at our kennel and thank you to all who have left us a testimonial, We really do value our friendships we have been building. Thanks to the awesome growth of our kennel we are starting construction on another building that will give us 10 more runs so that each dog has a comfortable place to stay during his visit to school. Again we wish to thank all those who have helped make our life long dream a success. One of Dakota's pups has just recieved her Junior Hunt title congrats to Mike and Mykah on a job well done she also passed her hunt test in the new Versital Hunting Dog Federation scoring a 64 1/2 out of a possible 70 and was voted most impressive puppy at the test. I do not hunt test my own dogs but it is nice knowing the type of puppies we are putting out there for our friends to hunt behind.

Thanks Chris,Tammy,Mike,Kyle,Chris Jr and Tiffany.

The 6R Family

Good Friends,Sunshine,CRP and Dogs on Point, you must be at 6R Upland Kennels.

German Shorthaired Pointer

Hunting, Lodging, Meals, Training, Stud Services, Birds for sale

Chris Riddle
3798 20th Street
Grinnell, Iowa 50112

Breeding quality gun dogs for over 8 years.

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I contacted Chris about a year and a half ago about training my GSP Gryffen. He was already two years old and I hadn't done much in the line of hunting training with him as I wasn't exactly sure what I was supposed to do, however, I had always intended have him trained. I did alot of research into trainers and talked to several. I finally settled on Chris after talking with him and realizing just how much he loves his GSP's and how much time and effort he puts into trainig each and every dog.

Gryffen spent four months with Chris last summer. I was only able to vist a few times but each time I was saw significant improvement and am still extremely happy with the finished result.

There were several things that impressed me about Chris and the work he was doing with not only his dogs, but mine as well. He took my dog in and treated him as his own. (Don't tell his wife but I am quite certain Griff even went inside the house and watched TV with Chris a time or two!) He took my dog from one who had no idea what to do in the field to one who is actively seeking and finding birds, solidly pointing and retrieving even out of water. I picked up a different dog then I dropped off. In addition Chris took the time to do extra training for me with Griff such as working with him to sit in the passenger seat of the car as I travel a great deal with him. Many people still can't believe that he sits there as well as he does.

I hadn't done much work with Griff since last pheasant season, but recently took him out and he performed as if I had just picked him up from "summer camp" with Chris. I was very impressed watching him and glad to see he had retained his knowledge and was right where we had left off.

If anyone is looking for a trainer I would not hesitate to recommend Chris. Your will not find any better. I have also spent quite a bit of time around his dogs and was extremely impressed with the quality of dogs being produced as well as the care they are receiving. Basically you can't go wrong if you go to Chris for any of your GSP needs.

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I like to tell you about myself I have a wife and four daughters and I am 43yrs old and I am a disabled hunter. My love is upland hunting I had 4 elhew pointers and 1 setter and all of them did not work out. So I went on a hunt for a GREAT shorthair I talked to many kennels and no one would take the time to talk to a person like me until I came across 6R kennels and Chris he took the time to talk to me and asked me things like where I live what I hunt all before I said anything about buying a pup. Well let me tell you I drove him CRAZY and he hooked me up with a great male pup. If he could handle me he can help anyone get a pup or stated dog or what ever you are looking for. Chris is a great person and loves his shorthairs. You cant find a better kennel or breeder anyplace chris is a true people person! Thanks Chris for all your Help and Time!!

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I purchased a pup from Chris not quite 2 yrs. ago. He is the fourth German Shorthair I have owned, one at a time over 44 yrs.. I didn't think I wanted another dog after my last one passed away on Christmas Day 2007, but after looking at the pups on Chris's website I fell in love with them.

The puppy I selected has more than lived up to expectations. When I took the pup to my Vet. he said you have a good dog there and on my last visit he said he didn't have to worry about that dog for 10 years. I had trouble in the past with health problems for my Shorthairs so that made me feel pretty good.

If you look at my dog you can see he is a Champion and he is also my buddy, a real companion(sleeps on the bed with me) and goes eveywhere I go. He is gentle and full of energy, I do not have to worry about him around people no matter their age.

I constantly receive comments on what a good looking dog he is. Many have asked me where I got him and of course I say from 6R Upland Kennels.

He is a great hunter and can hunt all day long, I have never had a dog with his energy and stamina. He isn't too crazy about water but neither is he afraid of a bath.
I can only repeat what one fellow wrote, " You can't go wrong buying a dog from Chris Riddle."

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Our oldest son gave Sam a German Short Hair Pointer for his birthday. Chris, this breeder, knew just what Sam wished for and was able to match the dream exactly. Annie should even be ready for pheasant season this October.
Although we have had dogs ever since we were married, we have never had this breed. Wow!!! Annie is the smartest, fastest dog we have ever owned. She is gentle, yet not a lap dog- she's tough. Annie was fast to learn her borders; we do not leash her except at parks. She loves to do "the feather thing"- could point and retrieve when we picked her up as a young pup. The first time she hears something, she remembers. She loves her "kong" and enjoys getting the last dab of cream cheese from it. She is the first dog we allow to sleep at the side of our bed; a friend told us that's all right- just don't let them in bed (they think they are 'people' then). We wouldn't even think of it. This already is a stretch. Annie is not allowed on our furniture. She is in our house with a Brittany, another combination breed, and a miniature daschund (inherited). She is gentle in playing "chew toy" with the other puppy who is 2 months younger.
Sam couldn't be happier. He is eager to get her out pheasant-hunting. Thank you for making his dream come true.

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I contacted Chris for training on my hybrid GSP/English Setter. I could not be more happy with the results. His price was very reasonable and transformed my dog in a matter of 6 weeks. I only wish I had gotten her there sooner since she was already 17 months when I took her there.

She has a much more confident and social demeanor. Her nose was always good, but now she knows it too.

I can't say enough good things about Chris. He kept me updated via email regarding her progress. Very open to questions after training was completed. And he took time to show me on what I need to do to be consistant with to make sure she maintains her focus and ends up a great finished dog. I know I didn't get my pup from Chris, but he's the first one I'm calling when I'm ready to gain an additional one.

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I first contacted Chris a year ago when my family and I decided to get a hunting dog. From the first time I spoke with Chris it was very obvious that he was extemely passionate and proud of his dogs. I asked a ton of questions and Chris had the right answers. I also had several qualities that I wanted a dog to have, both for myself, my wife, and our two kids. Chris felt confident he could deliver the goods in a puppy and get us exactly what we wanted in a hunting dog, companion, and family pet. I put down a deposit for first pick from a litter of pups out of Duece and Queenie. Being a rookie, I chose a pup, then changed my mind, wanting a different one, then changed my mind again and chose another one, I did this several times. The only benefit to all these changes in picks was that I was getting to talk with Chris every other day about his dogs. We were getting to know each other. Better yet, he was getting to know me. Finally I decided to keep my inexpirienced mouth shut and let Chris decide what pup would fit mine and my families demands. Best thing I ever did in my dog search. It took awhile, but Chris chose a pup for us. So how did he do? We have exactly what we were hoping to get...and much, much, more. I have a dog that is an absolute hunting nut, well mannered, extremely intelligent, friendly, and very, very happy. She's very healthy, she's beautiful, and has a personality that most of my friends couldnt match. My family has a true house dog, and great friend, a tremendous entertainer, and a dependable companion and best friend to our kids. Yes, Chris done very, very, well! This dog was blind retrieving 3 dummies when she was 6 months old! She shows more desire for birds than any dog I've ever been around. She has a beautiful, solid and steady point. She has shown that she has more heart and try then any animal I've ever been around...she will not quit and I'll never have to worry about her giving up on anything. Always happy and full of fun. As my wife says, "she always looks like she's smiling". I havnt gotten to hunt with her yet, but its coming. She's with Chris right now getting some training and by the way he tells us its going to be a great season for birds because this dog can hunt! If Chris is impressed with them, then you know you have a keeper! Myself and my family couldn't be happier and we couldn't have gotten a better dog any where. I'm glad we came to 6R's for our pup. Chris gave me sound advice from the start. He didnt pull any punches then, and now a year later, he still hasn't. And he won't. If you want to deal with a strait shooter, tell it like it is person, then Chris is the guy you need to speak with. Here's the most important thing for you to remember when choosing a Kennel: Chris does this for a living! He doesn't work for anyone but himself and his job is studying the GSP, breeding the best dogs possible, and training dogs to thier full potential. In other words, he has dogs on his mind 100% of the time 24/7/365! Three weeks ago when I dropped my dog off with Chris for pre-season training, I asked him what his goals were for my dog. Without hesitating he replied, "I want you to have, and expect you to have, the best hunting dog in your area." WOW! Thats the best answer I could have heard! I'm glad I chose Chris, and I'm positive you will also have similiar results when you deal with him. 6R Upland Kennel's, thanks for inviting me into your family.

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I said last year I was sure she'd "perform in the field", and this is exactly what happened. Both my son and I watched Tilly point birds, 'fetch'em up', and bring them to hand without fail. It is satisfying to see Tilly so happy to go to work and to 'switch-on' when her paws hit the ground. Tilly's strong drive has been shaped into an excellent hunting companion. So let me give a quick history as to how we arrived at this point.

I bought Tilly from Chris over a year ago. Since then I have followed advice from 6R about working with my dog in between a few visits back to the kennel(frozen birds, wing on a string, check cord). The next step was to have her 'finished'. So, for the whole month of August 2009, I left Tilly with Chris to do just that. Today, Sept 12, I brought her back to 6R to see how her training paid off. My son and I watched a new dog go to work in the field. No matter where you are in terms of hunting and bird dogs this is your kennel. 6R made good on their promise--plus we had a lot of fun.

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Hi everyone.I just wanted to send a little message to you about my experiences with 6RUpland kennels. I am in canada,and was looking for an upland gamebird dog.I came across Chris and began talking to him about gettinga dog.Never have I met a more helpfull and eager person thoroughout my search for a breeder.You might Remember Rusty,an english setter who was up for adoption a few months back.Well,I was the fella who was fortunate enough to find him here at 6RUpland Kennels.He has been a fantastic addition to my family,and Chris did everything possible to get him to me in a safe and prompt manner.Any questions i had were answered with an eager and helpfull attitude.I am so very impressed with Chris and his breeding that I decided to get another dog from him.I will be adopting Duke ,a German Shorthair Pointer, to join my family.Thanks Chris,for all your hard work and helpfull information. You are a breeder above and beyond.

Cliff Ludman

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Hello Chris,
Just a little update on Bailey. I kept a log book on our hunts last year, not very accurate but something none the less. I was suprised when I added up the bird totals. 117 birds in the freezer and at least 3 times that in birds pointed. All of this with a well behaved dog less than one year old. I can't wait for this season to get here. Also we are heading up to northern wi. to hunt Grouse in Oct. I'll send some pictures soon.

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My second Moesgaard blood line super-puppy from 6R UPland Kennels is just as amazing as my first. "Rock" is 10 wks old now and has a beautiful point! High head, 12 oclock tail, and steady! He retrieves and hunts every critter in the yard. My kids love him and he's 90% crate/house trained - he's so smart! I can't wait to see him develop into another bird crazy hunting machine! Thanks Chris

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about 40 years ago i got my first gsp it was a male out of fc fieldacres ib's dek and moesgaards dandy's star. my pup was a litter mate to fc/afc brown l. great breeding. so i wanted to say with that breeding and my next male gsp was out of clown. so now 40 years later i wanted a male gsp out of the moesgaard blood line.after a lengthy seach i came across 6r upland kennels. why, 45 testimonials about a great breeder, great dogs, and the moesgaard breeding. i called and talked to chris many of times, just talking gsp and what i was looking for in a gsp. i met chris and talked more about what i wanted. due to my age and health chris matched me up with a older gsp that was trained, and would fit my hunting style. now i have a great hunting partner, and great friend who's alway there when i have a question. thanks chris.

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I came across Chris and 6R while in the market for a GSP. I had already contacted numerous other breeders and had not gotten the response I was expecting. The few breeders that I could get to respond back seemed like I was bothering them or that they didn't have time for me. When I contacted Chris he was quick to respond and very willing to talk about his dogs answer my questions, and help me out. After selecting the pup I was interested in we picked up "Duke" at 10 wks. old, Chris offered to bring him to Pheasant Fest which is much closer for me. Duke is now 6 months old and is coming along very nicely. We get comments from people wherever we go about what a nice dog we have. This dog LOVES the birds, his natural instincts and good breeding is amazing. I am looking forward to continuing his training and very excited to get him in the fields this fall. I highly recommend 6R, it is very obvious as an owner of one of their dogs that they know what they are doing and truly care about their dogs and the people that purchase from them.

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Chris is a great person with fantastic dogs! I have been raising and training dogs for a long time and when I got a pup from Chris, I was very impressed! Smoke is just plain awesome! He currently has 2 legs up on his AKC JH title and will be finishing that as well as his SH title this fall. Smoke is extremely intelligent, easily trained and loves everything! Then I got a female from Chris that is the exact same way! She will be testing soon. I am now waiting on my 3rd pup from him and can't wait to put her into the hunt tests!! I highly recommend to get your next hunting dog from Chris if you are in the Iowa area!
Melissa
Ariels Kennels

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We found Chris and 6rupland kennels following a lengthy internet search. Being in Idaho we had few options close to home. We got out female (Darby) in later November and she is almost 8 months now. I must say that we have been completely happy with our choice. She was birdy from the start and what a fun addition to our house. She crate-trained almost overnight and was house-broken within 2 weeks, yes 2 weeks.

My previous dog was a Brittany and my hunting buddy has raised Brittanys for many years. Although he has had some true champions he readily agrees that Darby is the single smartest pup he has ever seen. Bidable and willing to please she is just amazing. We can't wait for September. Thanks Chris!

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My friends envy my dog because she loves to cuddle (helped my wife get used to the fact we have a new family member), strangers pay her the highest compliments because she has great disposition and mannerisms plus she can hold a solid point. But I had no idea that would be the reality...

My son and I have beginner's luck. We are relatively new to hunting (not to gun dogs) so when we came across 6R we lucked-out, I tell you why. When you are new to a sport or any activity it is always helpful to feel welcome and to be able to trust those already involved. It is also important to be able to trust your dog and those who trained her. We have an excellent dog. And the only way to get such a great dog is to have a lot of love, and it takes time to fully see how much love was put into her. We picked her up at about 6 months, and roughly 7 months after that Tilly is the star of the dog park, and soon, when Chris helps us finish her this summer with some extra training, I am confident that Tilly will perform in the field for my son and I. We got her and she could hold points (wing on a string) and retrive.

I know we were lucky to take the trip to Grinnell and met Chris and his family and our new family member. As new hunters we trusted Chris. You can read up as much as you want about purchasing a dog, but that does not promise you will get the right treatment, value and warm feeling that quality gives. If you read this ahead of the making the committment, you can be lucky too.

The Groves Family

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I found 6R Upland Kennels in late 2007 through an internet search and am very glad I did. Cocoa is 18 months old now and our family would not be the same without her! My experience with Chris during that time has been very positive and he is always interested in hearing how she is doing. The combination of field skills and people skills exhibited by his pups have us getting ready to pick out puppy #2 from one of his 2009 litters.

Thanks Chris! Talk to you soon~~

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My family and I purchased a sixteen-week old GSP from 6RS Kennel (we have a four year old Labrador and wanted a dog that was a little bigger so he would not get accidentally injured by our lab). We are so delighted that both dogs get along well with one another; both dogs got along right from the start, which speaks volumes toward 6RS Kennel.

Our experience at 6RS was very positive. Chris took me on a hunt to show off his dogs prior to looking at his puppies. If our new dog hunts as well as the dogs Chris showed me, I will be back at 6RS for my next GSP.

C. Merrill and Family, Illinois

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i purchased a 3yr old gsp named crockett from chris 2 yrs ago. he has been the talk of the town ever since. not only is he the best hunting dog in the field hes also my best friend. we recently competed in a field trial and while he was retrieving a bird he locked on point on another bird! it was the most awesome thing id ever seen. i would recommend anyone looking for a dog to see what chris has for you. he loves his dogs and always is ready to hear my stories when i call. THANK YOU CHRIS!!

mike black

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After about 15 to 25 emails to different breeders i finally got a call back from one. Mike openly invited me up to hunt with his dogs, from the time i arrived he was great to work with. I knew then that i had found a good friend and breeder. Through the past few months (witch seemed like forever) both Chris and Mike have both been there whether, it was picking out a pup or just a silly question I had. Just wanted yall to know how much Mia ( the pups new name ) fit in perfectly.
Thanks Gryphon Shorthairs and 6r Upland for the great pup looking forward to training and hunting with yall.

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I wanted to send you an update on Joker. I can't begin to tell you how pleased the whole family is with him. He is well-mannered enough that my wife allows him in the house from time to time, the kids love to play with him as much as he loves playing with them, and he is all business in the field with me. We had a family hunt with my brother and his family from Texas over Thanksgiving, and they were amazed at how much he loved the kids and how well he worked for a 18 month old dog. My brother hunts with several well-funded groups in Texas, and sees some high-dollar pointers every year, so he knows what a good working dog looks like. He is trying to get me to "loan" Joker to him so he can take him on a few of their outings. Everyone I have hunted with has been very impressed with his manners as well as his nose. He never fails to back my other dog, and other than an experience with a covey of "wild" chukar, he will hold a point until you release him. On this last hunt, he and my other dog both went on point at the same time on different birds about 20 yards apart. We were closer to the other dog, so we flushed her birds first and Joker held his point through all of the flushing and shooting.

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I met Chris at a bird trial and watched his dog work and was very impressed. I was looking for something older to hunt and I bought a very nice male named Jake from him. Chris told me all about Jake and he sounded like he was what I was wanting. I got Jake home and I am very happy and impressed with this dog is better than Chris told me about him. Chris steered me right on Jake. He is a bird finding machine! You can't go wrong with Chris or his dogs.! Thanks Chris!!! Scott Rosson

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After searching the internet for what seemed like an endless time (hate to say it but most of us have ended up a slave to the net) I happened across the 6R website and Chris, I had talked to probably 10 or more breeders who talked about their “products” and what “they had to offer.” It wasn’t that way with Chris, these were “his dogs” and I could tell he was not only proud of them (they were not in anyway a product, but a labor of love) and was concerned with who purchased them. First thing he did was invite me over to go out on a hunt with a few dogs that he had available. So, I hopped in the truck and we met up at his place in Grinnell. My immediate impression was how much he really cares about his dogs!!! As we prepped to go out on the hunt, we talked about the dogs he thought I might be interested in purchasing. I flat out asked him “Which dog would you pick?” Without a hesitation, he told me Dakota was the one. I took his word for it and Dakota was everything he said he would be. I am proud to say that I took him home that day. The next day with a little coaxing, Dakota let me know he was ready to get out in the field; he hunted for me like he was a dog I had since he was a pup. All I need to use is a whistle and even though I have a shock collar on him, I have never had to use it.

I could go on forever about the experience that I had dealing with Chris. Here are a few points on what sold me. His dogs have had socialization they are friendly, want to be petted and please. I know this because he invited me into his kennels to help feed and water, and hunts with them. This isn’t a kennel that will take you out to a field where he taught a dog to that it will find a bird in a certain spot and a mechanical response rather that a drive to hunt and please, there are no smoke and mirrors here. I could go on for pages but I will tell you in closing this kennel I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to purchase either a pup, started or finished dog, quality above and beyond.

Please feel free to call or email me at anytime for a reference. One last word, Chris is the kind of guy that you will think of as a friend, not a guy just selling you a dog. 361-727-7359

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I purchased my pup Otis from Chris at the begining of this year. He has been everything I had hoped for in a pup and more. He pointed his first wild rooster opening day morning of the Iowa Pheasant season at nine months old this week. Chris has been outstanding to work with from the beginning and has become a good friend. He not only has amazing dogs but is always just a phone call away with great advise. Chris also does a great job training dogs to hunt and allowed me to be involved with Otis' training. His dogs are not only great hunters but great family dogs as well. I assure you that no matter what litter your pup comes out of you will be getting a great dog and companion when you purchase a dog from Chris and 6R Upland Kennels

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I was introduced to Chris through my fahter in-law. He purchased a 1 year old female from Chris. We hunted with Chris at his place in Grinnell in Dec. 07. The expierence was great. After hunting behind Chris's dogs I was determined to get a puppy from him. I hunted behind dogs that ranged from 7 months to 7 years. Each and every dog was unbelievable in their ability to hunt. The 7 month old puppy was Ajax who is now a stud for 6R. After seeing him hunt I reqested Chris inform me when Ajax bred another of his dogs. In March of 08 Chris called and said Ajax and Cassie had bred. I told Chris if there were any all liver puppies in the litter I would request one. In May of 08 Chris called with the good news. A dream of mine came true on June 26 when I went to Chris's house and picked up my all liver female puppy who we named ANGEL. I have two young boys and Angel makes a great companion for them as well as me. Its Oct 08 and Angel has been hunting pheasants and chukars.

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I have purchased two shorthairs from 6R Upland Kennels. We have a male and female 4 1/2 months and 5 1/2 months old. We have been very impressed with the quality of dog and tremendous bird sense and drive to point. Very excited to see what the future brings!

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We bought our wonderful boy Reggie from Chris when Reggie was 2 days old, and we brought him home at 8 weeks. He is now 18 months old, and is such a gorgeous dog, he literally stops traffic when we walk him in the city. People ask us all the time where we got such a fantastic, sweet, smart dog, and we recommend Chris Riddle and R6 Upland Kennels all the time. These are THE best dogs, bar none!

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6R Kennels has a tremendous line of Moesgaard shorthairs. After my seasoned male shorthair passed away I completed an extensive search of kennels (internet, friends of friends, phone call after phone call) with bloodlines that would match up well with my 2 females. After the first call to Chris I knew I had found where my next puppy would be purchased. I can't thank Chris enough for fielding all my calls along the way and taking the amount of time with me that he did when I picked up Chief. Chris worked with me to pick a male pup that would meet my expectations and serve as a stud dog for my kennel. Chief is coming along well at 6 months and I am currently working him on pigeons. If this continues, Chief definitely has what it takes to be the future stud for Turning Point Kennel. I hope we eventually get to run dogs together and you have a standing invitation to hunt quail in my corner of the world. Once again, thank you for allowing me to purchase a pup from the Dakota/Mandy litter ---Jeff

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I purchased a puppy from Chris, and she is wonderful. I have been training her at a slow pace, as that is all my schedule allows. She is doing very well on her training, and will hold Whoa, allowing me to come into the house and wait about five minutes. I then will go out and release her with a touch to the head. She is very smart, and has advanced quite a bit to only be six and one half months old.

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Bailey is doing great. Her field work is very surprising for having a first time pointer trainer. It seems to me that she quarters back and forth and checks in with me to make sure that I am keeping up with her. A simple toot on a whistle and she comes running back to see which way we are heading. Very very smart dog.

She took to the whoa command easily and we practice every night while pointing Robins, Sparrows and butterflies….

In the house her manners really could be no better. We think that she does not realize that she is a dog. She sits upright in a chair at the dinner table, and leans on the rail of the porch just like I do.

In fact last night my wife made the comment “If I could have another dog like her we will have two dogs”…….

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I've always been an English pointer and setter man until I hunted w/ Chris and his "SuperDog" Duece last season. Duece has a cannon for a nose, winding birds from 40 plus yards out! He's also a retreiving machine! I knew I had to have one of Chris's dogs. I'm the proud owner of the next generation "SuperPuppy". His name is Rio and he's amazing! Just last weekend we were working him on quail. He locked up solid, held point, and when we flushed the bird and it went down Rio caught it and carried it walking next to me about 200 yards back to the truck! When Rio put it in my hand I held it up and it flew away! Not bad for a 13 week old puppy! I can't wait to shoot birds over Rio this fall. Chris and his dogs are "The real deal." Call him if you want a "SuperDog" of your own.
Thanks Chris, and I look forward to a great season this fall.
Dave Kruse

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I have known chris for 3 yrs now. He is one of the most honest breeders and trainer i have met in a long time. I have been around gun dogs all my life,and it has been a honor to meet chris and his family. Not only do i have one of his dogs(who has gotten her JH huntest title). But i bred my older dog Sarah to his stud dog Dakota and they had a wonderful litter of great pups. I will continue to breed with chris dogs.Chris over the years has become somone i am proud and happy to call a true friend.

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I've been meaning to contact you about Kate (Katie), that's her name. What a DOG! Sweet, Smart, Learns Quick, Eager to Retrieve, Points, etc., etc. Currently we are spending a couple of hours playing with pigeons, 3 times a week, having Katie work with more experienced dogs. She learns quick. Katie is very socialized with lots of other dogs. She goes with me everyday, all day. We have really bonded. As we progress, I'll stay in touch. Maybe we could visit next year. I plan to take some trips with her. I'm sure you already know this, but this dog is somewhat different than the other shorthairs I've seen in our area. We are SUPER HAPPY. Thank you for selling me this dog.

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Chris just wanted to let you know I have been extremely pleased with Cheyenne (Ginger). Ive spent alot of time with her retreiving and playing. She is getting better the more she gets to know me. I took her to a pheasant hunting preserve Tuesday. She found and pointed all four birds! She tryed to retrieve them but had a hard time keeping them in her mouth but she tryed hard. We are going out again tomorrow afternoon. I keep her on the check cord to keep her closer but I think in a few trips she will be ready to come off the cord. Thanks for the great dog.

Dustin Miedema

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Chris has some awesome dogs and takes the time to make sure that the right dog is matched to the right home. I was looking for a familoy dog as well as a dog I can hunt with. Joker is a perfect match. He is great with my 10 year old son and my 6 year old daughter. He is working well with my 8 year old female GSP and is getting better by the day.

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Name: Keith Herbs
Comments: Chris made my first pheasant hunt a great experience. His dogs did a great job and we saw a lot of birds. I am already thinking about my next trip to IA and the opportunity to hunt with 6R.
Location: Winston-Salem, North Caro

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Chris,
I just wanted to let you know that Beau has been doing an EXCELLENT job in the field. The first 15 min. of the season he locked in on a rooster for me and then retrieved the bird. I have been really impressed with his ability to find cripples or down birds even when he never saw the birds and we just sent him in that area. I am really impressed with your work and in the future will probably be looking to you to purchase another shorthair.

Kyle Kolbet

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I got to know Chris through were I work. Somehow we got to talking about pheasant hunting and how we both enjoyed it. Chris had asked if i had any bird dogs and I said no, next thing i know Chris had asked me to his house to see his dogs. I was blown away when Chris let out a litter of 8 week old pups and they knew what to do needless to say I went home with one that night and now have 3 of Chris's awesome dogs. When you get one of Chris's dogs you have made a good investment both for hunting, companion and a friendship with a breeder who knows dogs and any question you have about your dog Chris can help, I have asked him many times myself. If you decide to have Chris train your dog for you, you will be amazed how well Chris can train your dog the way you want your dog to perform.


Thanks Chris for the awesome dogs
and helpful advice. .Hope everybody
has a good hunting season with
your new hunting buddy.

Shane Van Dee

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we just recentley purchased crokett from chris.he is a 3yr old finished male. we have taken him to 2 preserves to hunt and not only did he impress us, but our hunting party and guys who owned the preserve as well. he is everything chris said he was and then some. he fit in well with our 2 kids and other 2 dogs.he is a very loving dog and plays with our kids for hours. chris was so nice in helping get crokett out to us and made sure that he called when crokett got on the plane and wanted us to call as soon as we got him. i have called chris to tell him how much we love crokett and he said we could call anytime for anthing.i would recomend chris to anyone lookin to buy a dog or have a dog trained. i can tell that he loves dogs and likes to make his customers happy. he has earned my bussiness for life. one of the guys i hunted with asked how much it would cost him to take crockett of my hands. i told him this...2 hunting licenses $90
2 new shotguns for me and my wife $2500
hunting behind crockett PRICELESS!!!!!!
thanks again chris.

mike and amber

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I first met Chris at the Pheasants Forever Convention in Des Moines, IA. After talking with Chris about his dogs and pheasant hunting, I soon found myself writing down my contact information to be put on Chris' calling list for upcomming liters. I already own a solid liver female GSP that is 8 years old and I really wanted to get another pup to learn the ropes while my current dog is still in her prime. Chris called me back in March stating that his next litter should produce some solid liver pups. That litter only produced solid liver males, but Chris told me that his next litter would be due in a couple of weeks and hopefully there would be come dark females in the litter. That next litter produced my Moesgaards Locked and Loaded Citori. I was able to drive down to Grinnell a couple of times to watch Citori's father, Duece, and Chris' other dogs work birds. Chris always had great control over his dogs in the field and I was also impressed on how well his dogs found and pointed the birds. In the weeks leading up to my purchase of Citori, I became great friends with Chris, always asking him questions about the puppies and how his other dogs were doing. I keep both of my dogs in the house and I must say that Citori's temperment is perfect. She gets along really well with the older dog and she is also very smart. So far her training is going really well. The older dog has been showing her the ropes in the field on finding wild birds but, Citori does a great job of honoring point when the other dog locks up. She has a great nose and is already retrieving like a pro. I have no doubt that she will be a great hunting companion. Chris has called several times to check up on the puppy to make some that everything is going alright. He really cares about his dogs and their new owners. Thanks Chris for setting me up with such a great bird dog. I would recommend Chris to anyone that is looking to buy a GSP.

Brent Beswick
Dakota Dunes, SD.

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I met Chris at the Pheasants Forever Convention in DesMoines,Ia. After a few minutes of talking my wife and I both agreed that Chris is not only a breeder/trainer that knows what he is talking about,but also someone with a real passion for his dogs. I picked up Jade from Chris in June and can tell you that she has exceeded all of my expectations. I have been training birddogs semi-professionally for 15 years and have seen alot of dogs come and go through our kennel. From my experience Chris is producing the real deal and I would encourage anyone looking for a solid birddog and companion to look no further,because 6R Upland Kennels has what you are looking for.

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This is the 1st German Shorthair pointer I have owned. Chris at 6R is an outstanding breeder and trainer, when I picked out Sadie he told me that she would be a good hunting dog and he is right. Already pointing at 14 weeks.

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A little over a year ago, our neighbor boy and his girlfriend brought over a German Shorthair Pointer puppy. As high school teachers, my husband and I are often offered dogs (or cats)to adopt because our students know we love animals (or they have a large litter to find homes for). At the time the Shorthair paid his visit, we had recently lost our Springer Spaniel to old age. These kids kept telling us that they had the "perfect dog" for our family. (Not the first time we've heard that line of persuasion.) When the kids came over, we met the most mellow, gentle, lovable, beautiful puppy. He gravitated to the one family member who isn't necessarily a "dog lover" and proceeded to lie in his lap and fall asleep. That's all it took for our son to became the dog's greatest advocate. It was only minutes into the meeting that we all agreed that this puppy was indeed a keeper. (Should I mention that the neighbor boy is Chris Riddle's youngest son??)
WE LOVE OUR DOG!!! "Gregor" is a family pet for sure, but true to his breeding he is a great gun dog as well. Chris stops by to check up on him occasionally. Talk about a guy who loves his dogs! He'll take Gregor along with the other dogs he's working with in the field. Chris's dogs are a pure joy to watch in action. They perform like the field champs they are and it's a beautiful experience to watch these dogs love doing what they are bred to do.
We would recommend 6R Upland Kennels without reservation. Chris Riddle cares deeply about his dogs. Our German Shorthair Pointer is truly the perfect dog for our family. He's most likely got a pup in his kennels for yours as well.

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Steve Valkema
Owner of Moesgaard's 6R's Sadie Girl. Beautiful dogs! Thank you, Chris!

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Bruce Lautenschlager
Comments: Chris was introduced to me by a friend who had known chris through bird hunting in Iowa. That contact resulted in my purchase of Moesgaards Shelby. Shelby has been everything I had hoped for. She was started and trained by Chris. Outstanding worker, pointer, and retreiver in the field. She is also an excellent family pet. Well mannered and even tepered. Thanks to Chris I have a wonderful bird dog.
Chris was introduced to me by a friend who had known chris through bird hunting in Iowa. That contact resulted in my purchase of Moesgaards Shelby. Shelby has been everything I had hoped for. She was started and trained by Chris. Outstanding worker, pointer, and retreiver in the field. She is also an excellent family pet. Well mannered and even tepered. Thanks to Chris I have a wonderful bird dog.

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Hi. I bought Nitro from Chris on 6/2/06. Chris took my dad and I on a hunt with two of his dogs, Deuce and Rose, to show us the quality of his dogs. I immediatly was amazed to see the first dog go on point and then see the other honor point. It was awsome walking behind such great dogs. I could have walked behind his dogs all day and enjoyed every moment. That's when I decided to get my pup from Chris. Nitro is 8 weeks old now and he is already showing some great points. I am looking forward to hunting with Nitro, and Chris has earned my business and friendship for life!

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I bought my GSP from Chris four years ago, and I couldn't have asked for a better bird dog. She is a very intelligent and intense hunter as well as a great family dog. From her first season at four months, she has never failed to produce for me in the field, and she continues to improve each year. I would highly recommend Chris' dogs to anyone looking for an intelligent hunter and a loyal companion.

Jeff Alspaugh
Toledo, OH

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We bought a 9 weeek old GSP from Chris. Going through all the process of buying the dog Chris was very patient answering all of our questions and matching the right pup for our daughter. The day that the pup was flown in Chris called to check on the pup (Kolby Lee) and Kolby arrived in great condition very well cared for. My daughter is thrilled and so is Kolby. At only 9 weeks old the dog is very social and bright. My daughter is reading to prepare the dog for training. I am sure we will have many more questions for Chris. If i know anyone that wants a GSP I will send them to Chris. - C.Martin

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I purchased a pup from chris roughly 6 weeks ago. I couldnt be more pleased. The pup has awsome hunting instincts, as well as a great family dog for the kids. Chris is more then willing to give me pointers on training, as well as me coming up to work with him in the fields. He is 100% deadicated to his dogs and clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting a top notch gsp. He is the first person I recommend when someone askes me were to get a dog.

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We are so impressed with Chris Riddle and 6 R Upland Kennels. The dogs are smart, healthy, beautiful, and good-natured. We bought our amazing puppy from Chris and couldn't be happier. He is wonderful to do business with, and it's great to see a breeder who truly loves his dogs the way Chris does. A puppy like ours doesn't happen by accident. Chris really knows bloodlines and pedigrees and is breeding some wonderful dogs.

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I met Chris Riddle at the National Pheasants Forever banquet in Des Moines this year. I walked by his booth and my eyes couldn't leave his pups that he had with him. After about 5 minutes speaking with Chris I knew that I wanted to see his Kennel and look at the dogs that he owns and raises. He allowed me to visit his kennel and I was impressed with his dogs right away. They were all well behaved and showed a certain calmness about them that I could tell came from Chris. He really is a Dog Whisperer with his Shorthairs. I eventually left with a 7 month old pup who is ready for the field immediately. But, more important to me is that my shorthair is a true companion for life. If you want the best than Chris Riddle and 6 Upland Kennels are the best.

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We recently purchased a pup from Chris 5 months ago, and we couldn't be HAPPIER!!! This dog is absolutely phenomenal when it comes to the field and at home. When we first got her she was already pointing and holding at training wings when she was 8 weeks old. 10 weeks later Gabby showed so much promise that by the end of the pheasant season she was already pointing and retrieving wild birds in the field. In addition, Chris has been there for us when we had questions, and has helped us out whenever we needed advice/techniques about our new dog. We are so happy with Gabby and she has truly become part of our family.

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After 6 months of searching for "the perfect German Shorthaired Pointer", I stumbled upon an ad in the Minneapoils Star Tribune. I made 3 trips to Iowa from Minnesota before finding the one I wanted, out of his wide variety of dogs. 400 miles each trip one way, boy was I lucky to find such an excellent breeder, whos pedigree is pheonominal. My dog "Ace" is now 6 months of age and I just cant wait to take her back to Chris Riddle for bird training.

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I took my english pointer to Chris to train as a young dog. She tranformed from a pup into a stylish, resposive, and experienced hunter. Chris trains in the yard, but more importantly spends serious time in the field. My dog was very well taken care of and was in the best shape I'd ever seen when I picked her up. I have Chris tune her up every fall and look forward to exciting hunts with Chris every season. I simply can't say enough good things about the entire experience and value Chris brings to the overall hunting experience and enhanced performance of my dog. Like Chris say's, "Sunshine, tall grass, and dogs on point...Welcome to 6R Kennels!"

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Hi I am just writing you to let you know how great it was to hunt with such a professional outfit. I have hunted for years with my brother and have had some great experiences, But I would like to let you know the hunt I booked with you will rank right up there. Your guide service is second to none and I have never hunted with nicer people. As for your dogs,I have never hunted behind your quality of dogs in my life. It was such a pleasure to just sit back and watch in awe the ability and strength they showed. I swear if there was a bird in the feild they were going to find it. And as I looked over your facilities I thought it was a top run kennel. See you next season. Kary Ray

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I had recently purchaed a pup from Chris Riddle.It was one of the best experiences i have had with a breeder.The pup is my 2nd shorthair.She is a very nice dog and and it is a joy to talk to chris.He has helped me over the phone with her training.She is a promising young dog and i look forward to dealing with chris and hunting with him this fall.

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My wife and I purchased our 2nd German Shorthair from Chris at 6R Kennels 2 yrs ago. Twister has been a good hunter and friend for us just like every dog Chris sells.
I have hunted numerous times with Chris and his dogs and have never seen any problems with his dogs hunting abilities.They honor other dogs points and work well together as well as with other hunters dogs.
I /we highly recomend Chris as a breeder and have just recently had our 4 yr old female Piper bred with 1 of Chris' awsome dogs.
Chris not only has awesome dogs for sale but is a great trainer of hunting dogs.
Chris had the patience to teach us and Twister both how to work together in the field.
Chris is HIGHLY RECOMENDED by us and We would not be afraid to send our friends to him for a pup or training of any hunting dog.
Jeff & Kristen McAdam

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