Dufenhof Swissies

Dufenhof Swissies
Rixeyville, VA 22737
United States

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Andre

 

Dufenhof The Celery Stalks at Midnight, CGC

 

Andre got his name due to the fact that he was such a big puppy not only did he cause his mother to need a cesarian section, but also because he was nearly twice the size of his sisters. While helping to dry and clean the puppies one of the vet techs jokingly called him "Andre the Giant Puppy" and he was known as Andre from that moment on.  

 

His name ended up being rather fitting as he is not only a very big boy at over 135 lbs as an adult, but it took seemingly forever for him to 'grow into' his big feet. Whether walking through Petsmart or in puppy school, his big feet (and big head) always brought a few comments from people. 

 

Although a good bit bigger than his father, he inherited that fabulous Fernando personality and, for better or for worse, he also inherited Fernando's "bounce". Clearly the "why walk when you can bounce" attitude is part of his heritage.

 

Even though I would loved to have had the opportunity to show Andre, he has never ventured in the show ring. Not that he is simply sitting on a couch somewhere eating bonbons. Far from it. Andre's preference is for all things outdoorsy -- hiking in the hills near his home, helping supervise any outdoor work around the house or barn and joining his family on camping adventures --- a true Swiss dog, the cold weather trips are his favorites. 

Andre sired one litter prior to being neutered. You may view photos of his puppies here

 


 

andre handsome face    Andre

Dufenhof The Celery Stalks at Midnight

 

 

Breeder: Ellyn M Signet 

Date of Birth: September 23, 2011

Andre's Health Clearances


Sire: Dufenhof Marvelous Marvin Gardens

Dam: Ch Dufenhof Angora Deb

 

Andre's Pedigree

andre standing handsomelyAndre visiting Rixeyville at age 4

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Dufenhof Swissies
Rixeyville, VA 22737
United States