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I have been involved with dogs since birth, with my family having Irish Setters, Bassett Hounds and many other breeds. I have been involved passionately with German Shorthaired Pointers for over 30 years on both coasts – in California and now in Pennsylvania. An animal lover from the onset, and like all young girls, I wanted horses along with my dogs. Progressing through showing horses professionally, I returned to my first love – raising and showing dogs.
After studying biology and music in college, I started as a dental assistant and progressed to office manager of a six (6) Dentist office. Moving to the West Coast, I managed a ten (10) doctor neurosurgical practice.
Returning to the dogs, my husband Michael and I started MiCyn in 1976. Concentrating on GSP’s, we also have a show champion PBGV. With numerous Champions, one of the most rewarding was CH Bleugras Treffen v MiCyn. I finished Treffen by going Best of Winners & Winners Dog at the 2001 GSP Nationals.
I believe deeply in bettering the German Shorthaired Pointer breed, as defined by our Mission and Philosophy:
- We are committed to our breeds for life
- We have the patience to allow young dogs to grow up – both emotionally and physically – to reach their potential
- We show to promote the dog fancy, MiCyn dogs and sportsmanship
- We will be friends outside the ring, fierce competitors inside, and friends again outside the ring
- We will breed to the standard to improve the breed
- We strongly believe a cornerstone to the future of the dog fancy is the owner-handler
- We advocate judges judging dogs; we support judge education
- Dogs are family
- We love our dogs
Additionally, I enjoy the well-rounded capabilities of the GSP. Last year, I had our dogs compete in Hunt Tests. All four (4) of our Shorthairs earned their JH titles, including Treffen at age six (6).
I offer my passion and energies to assist in the continued improvement of the German Shorthaired Pointers. I am humbled and honored to be considered for the GSPCA Secretary position, and ask for your vote.
Cynthia McCracken