The Esprit Amitié Family Ethos – What you can expect from us
The Esprit Amitié Family Ethos – What you can expect from us As Barbet breeders, we have huge responsibilities. We have a responsibility to Remy and Willow, our dogs. They come first. Every decision we make is based on what is best for them. We need to be sure that they will be happy with […]
Barbet Mini Series – Personality
Barbet Mini Series – Personality The Barbet is easy going, joyful, and friendly. They generally get on with people and dogs. The breed is well rounded and confident. They are happy to do things with you and without you. However, the Barbet does not like to be on their own. They are not […]
Barbet Health – Heart Testing
Barbet Health – Heart Testing Barbet health is very good, but to ensure the breed continues to be as healthy as possible, we need to keep up to date with the health issues in the Barbet breed as well as the health issues in other breeds, so that we are aware of health developments. Having […]
Barbet Mini Series – Hair
Barbet Mini Series – Hair The Barbet is a non-shedding breed. There are four stages to the hair growth cycle. Angen – The Growth Phase The length of the hair is determined by genetics. Different breeds have different length hair, and the hair will continue to grow until it reaches its final genetically […]
What’s in a Name?
What’s in a Name? You might think it is easy to come up with a name for something but often it is not. When considering our breeding identity, we have to find a name that means something to us. But more than this, it needs to convey our vibe, a sense of who we […]
Barbet Mini Series – Size
Barbet Mini Series – Size The size of the Barbet breed is variable, as the breed standard for height states; Dogs 58-65cms (22¾-25½ ins); Bitches 53-61cms (20¾-24 ins). With a tolerance of +/- 1cm. In breeds that have a minimum and maximum height, different lines (ancestry) will have different average sizes, ranging from being […]
Our Barbet Breeding Journey – Where it Began
Our Barbet Breeding Journey – The Start It starts with a desire to breed. There is something about the Barbet that I just can’t define. We wanted to be more involved than just being parents. Lots of people think it would be a lovely thing to do, but that does not mean we should just […]