Laura

Yes, that's me. I'm the person behind the "Pride & Precious" kennel. I'm 24 years old, studying to become a Spanish and English teacher, and I also work as Head of PR and Content Creator. When my mother had her first litter at her "Incredible Twentyfour" kennel in 2016, I knew I wanted to have my own kennel someday. After my parents separated in 2021, that dream became a reality, and the "Pride & Precious" family was born.

Our goal is to breed healthy, well-tempered, and family-friendly Briards that, of course, closely conform to the breed standard. But naturally, I can't do it all alone. My dad supports me in every way and is an integral part of the kennel. Furthermore, I must also thank my mom, who has always been there for me with advice and support, constantly offering new and helpful suggestions. And Khaleesi, BossHoss, and Aletheia wouldn't exist without her breeding program. Mom, you are missed, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything!

Markus

Markus, or Max for short, is my dad. He's our photographer, advisor, handyman, and professional puppy cuddler. He built most of what we have in our "puppy garden" himself, and he knows how to position seven puppies on his own so they'll stay still for a photo. He, too, has fallen under the spell of these "hearts with fur" and supports the breeding program in every way. Without him, many things simply wouldn't be possible, and I think this is the perfect opportunity to say a huge thank you to him. Thanks, Dad!

Ragnar and Sirius

The two sibling kittens, Ragnar and Sirius, moved in with us in October 2021 as nine-week-old babies, after Khaleesi and I returned from Germany. They couldn't be more different, and not just in appearance. Ragnar, the one on the left in the picture, is the more cautious of the two. He's a big cuddler and snuggler who would happily spend all day on the couch. Sirius, on the other hand, is the braver and more curious one. He loves exploring the world for hours and rarely ventures inside when the weather is nice. He certainly lives up to his namesake, Sirius Black from Harry Potter: cunning, yet loyal. If you visit us, you'll probably also hear us call him "Hedwig." This stems from the fact that as a kitten, he always perched on our shoulders and watched the world around him like an owl.

These two are helping us get the puppies "cat-proof." Their interaction with our "D-litter" amazed us all. They were so gentle with the puppies and let them do anything. If it ever became too much for them, they simply moved away from the puppies.

Update: Unfortunately, Sirius didn't return to us after a walk :( We hope he has found a new home somewhere else and that he is doing well :(

Loki

Loki moved in with us in the summer of 2023. He's a Maine Coon mix and truly lives up to his name! He has many faces and is always up for a bit of mischief. He and Ragnar have become very fond of each other, and the other dogs think he's great too. Here's to many more years together with this little guy!