Briar Ridge Kennels - South Carolina Deutsch Drahthaar, German Wirehaired Pointer Breeders

For over thirty five years, Briar Ridge Kennels has been raising Drahthaars. We have developed what we believe to be the finest line of gun dogs for the foot hunter in the United States. We sell Drahthaars all over North and Central America for quail, grouse, pheasant, ducks,dove and woodcocks.

While our emphasis is on hunting ability and coat, our Dornenberg Drahthaars have looks you can be proud of. Most all of the pups have roan coloring with liver head and markings. The males usually run in the 70 to 85 lb. class while the females are generally within the 50 to 60 lb. class. We raise only hunting Drahthaars, no field trial or "show" type dogs.

There are many more photos on the web site as well as additional information.

Deutsch Drahthaar, German Wirehaired Pointer

Bill Vannordstrand
1530 Meadowdale Road
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29732

Breeding quality gun dogs for over 42 years.

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When I started looking for a hunting dog, I wanted one that would be able to do it all, and then I came across Bill and Briar Ridge. I live in Idaho so I needed a hunting dog that could hunt an any kind of weather and terrain. Duke is not only a wonderful hunting partner he is also a wonderful family member. Duke is very friendly to everyone, especially little kids. For only being a little older than a year old, he has awesome traits. Duke is a very smart dog and was a very easy dog to train, not only basic commands but also in the field. Everywhere I take him I get so many compliments on how he is such a beautiful dog with a beautiful coat. I can't wait to get him back in the field to start this years hunting season. Thanks Bill for the wonderful dog and family member you have given me.

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Nothing but good things to say about Bill and our Drahthaar, Lucy. While looking for a “versatile” dog breeder, we found Bill just about twenty miles away. He was very helpful and quick to respond to our many questions. Lucy (four years) is a hard working, eager hunter with a strong desire to please. Good in the house, good with family and friends, a swimming fool, Lucy thinks nothing of twelve hour road trips. Also great at tracking and eating any poor bug that finds its way into the house. Thanks Bill!

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I have been a lab owner for years but have always been interested in a versatile dog like the Drathaar. After my lab passed I decided to start looking for a good Drathaar breeder. After an exstensive search I decided on Briar Ridge Kennels. Bill's knowledge of the breed was evident. I purchased a single male pup from Bill and couldnt be happier. "The Colonel" became an instant family member and has shown that his inherent traits are exceptional. A very quick learner and an enthusiastic student, I cant wait for our many hunting adventures to come. Thanks Bill.

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I had never owned a Drahthaar before. I decided to try the breed because I wanted to be able to hunt quail, duck, and dove with the same dog. I talked to Bill and gave one of his puppies a try. My female is almost two and has retrieved a lot of quail and ducks in two short seasons. She hunts close when quail hunting and already holds a point very well. I would recommend the breed and definitely recommend getting a puppy from Bill. I will go back to Bill for my next hunting dog.

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I have hunted ducks, quail, doves, and deer with this dog, and she handles all these task as well as you could expect. She found five deer this past season for myself and others. She is very dedicated to finding wounded game and loves the water. Great Dog.

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I am very pleased with my male pup I purchased from Briar Ridge Kennels. I would recomend that anyone interested in the breed to talk with Bill.
He has a wealth of knowledge with the breed and his dogs are top notch. You will not be disappointed.

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To bird dog lovers I have had many kinds of hunting dogs over the years pointers, setters, German short hairs and beagles and Skipper has been the best dog of all. Skip is nearing five years and is a family member who lives in the house at the gas log in the winter and the garage floor in the summer. He has been able to travel with me most of all the time at work, hunting, fishing, gardening, in the back yard or to the beach. Skip loves water, balls, Frisbees, morning runs, birds and my 93 Chevy pick-up. Skip is a very gifted dog smart with an exceptional nose great pointing skills and swimming /retrieving and most of all a good family dog. Over the years I have shot many upland game birds in New England and here in NC and have trained this dog to do much more than all of the other dogs I have owned and most of all Skipper has been the best companion dog I have ever had. When he does pass along this will also be the only breed I will consider. Please feel free to have others contact me I would love to talk to anyone on my experience with our

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I needed a true utilitarian hunting dog that did everything and I was lucky to find Briarridge kennels. I picked up my Drathaar from Bill at 8 weeks and have been hunting my male hard since 6 months (He is almost 6 YRS now). It is great to hunt North Dakota ducks in the morning and then switch to sharptails and huns for the afternoon hunt. I have met a couple of other of Bill's dogs in my hunting over the years and they are all talented and well mannered dogs. I am sold on his dogs.

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My German Wirehair, Ditto, came from Briar Ridge Kennels, 3 years ago. In the past I have owned a English Setter-female, and a male Brittany. I was looking for a kennel that not only provided dogs for the hunter, But a dog that would also be part of the family, like my two previous dogs. Ditto hunts with me for pheasants/quail, ducks/geese, and doves. I have been very pleased with his hunting drive, quality of his nose, and his temperment, both around me, my family, and other hunters and their dogs. I would highly recommend Bill and Briar Ridge Kennels.

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Our Emmy or M for short is our FIRST Drahthaar! But not our last. We have just enjoyed this velcro as a member of our family. Unlike many gundogs, she has found an easy life next the couch, this only from time to time. She began retrieving at 9 months to the day. First bird was a goose. Many geese to follow and roughly 100 waterfowl her first year. I didn't hit many pheasants but quail were a nice start for uplands at 11 months old. Doesn't leave much time for laying next to the couch. Now at 2 yrs, she has filled out to 85 lbs and really handles the geese. Eager to please and such a joy to have trained. This time of the year efforts are directed towards grouse in the NC. Mt's. We truley got the versatility I was looking for. Thanks Bill, Your welcome to hunt with me anytime and bring Scout along. M and I both love to see him. Photos of our velcro are available. Tim

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I learned to like German Wirehaired Pointers wile hunting in Germany and I was lucky to come across Briar Ride Kennels as I started to look for one here on the East Cost. Bill’s bloodline of German Wirehairs are true to their origin and very much the all around talent they were bread to be. My Freyja is only one and a half year old, but has already run and tracked deer, as well as pointing and retrieving quail, peasant, woodcock and rabbits. She is smart and hard working, but still a pleasant pet and good around other dogs and children. I would not hesitate to go back to Bill for another prime quality hunting dog should the need arise.

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Briar Ridge has as fine of gun dogs I've ever had. Kate is seven and has retrived dove, duck, geese and swans, has tracked downed deer and bobcat. She has a pleasant disposition and is great around other dogs. When the time comes that I need another I'll go back to bill for another just like her.

richard church

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Bill breeds great dogs. Our pup is terrific in the field, was shoot pheasant over him at 10 months and we are only beginning to scratch the surface of the dog's talent. Absolutely no quit and will not leave a fallen bird behind. A great house pet as well. After a long hunt/run he wants to curl up by your feet or relax in the Maine sunshine.
Would go back for another pup without hesitation.

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