"In a market flooded by goldens with dubious field credentials, finding a solid gunning companion is like finding the proverbial needle in a haystack."
Quartermoon Ephraim's Return
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Call Name: Eph
DOB: November 3, 2020 COI: 13.27% Weight: 53 lbs. Coat: Wavy, medium dark field Eyes: Black Pigment: Black Genetic Test Results: Degenerative Myelopathy: CLEAR Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa CLEAR Exercise-Induced Collapse: CLEAR ICH1: CLEAR ICH2: CLEAR Muscular Dystrophy: CLEAR Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis: CLEAR Osteogenesis Imperfecta: CLEAR Progressive Retinal Atrophy: CLEAR PRCD: CLEAR Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome: CLEAR Structural Test Results Eyes: GR-EYE23218/5M-VPI - Normal Eyes: No distichiasis, No cataracts Advanced Cardiac: GR-ACA7542/12M-VPI - Normal Hips: GR-139307G24M-C-VPI Elbows: GR-EL58924M24-C-VPI Dentition: GR-DE1271/11M-VPI - Normal/Correct |
Notable Lineage:
Eph embodies the optimal hunting golden attitude. Classic golden temperament, He is in a class of males clear of all genetic diseases available for the breed. Eph is a very serious dog and highly retriever motivated. He doesn't need treats to entice him to do what he's been bred for. A pleasure to train and very loyal, he's at home in the fields and marshes. Eph is also a speedster with the ability to run sub 3 min mile. Sustained speed and endurance.
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About his name:
The grizzly bear from the Cache National Forest known as "Old Ephraim" was first identified by his distinctive 3 toed tracks. The massive grizzly bear lived within a wilderness area from as far north as Soda Springs, Idaho to as far south as Weber, Utah, before settling in Logan Canyon, about 20 miles east of Logan, Utah.
"Old Eph" is a name used in many frontier folklore including several deer and scout camps.
“Old Ephraim” was a legendary, giant, marauding grizzly bear who roamed the Wasatch Mountains in the early 20th century. Almost 92 years after his death, the bruin still lives on in campfire tales and various tributes.
For example, in Bear Lake Valley, there’s the Old Ephraim Pizza, 32 inches in diameter; in a remote side canyon of Logan Canyon, there’s a large stone monument where he was killed; and “Walking Thunder” (1997) was not only one of actor/singer John Denver’s last movies, but was inspired by the tale of Utah’s Old Eph himself."
“The largest grizzly bear that was ever known to inhabit the Wasatch Range is reported to have been killed in the Right Hand Fork of Logan Canyon by William (Frank) Clark, a sheepherder,” the story stated. The bear was believed to have killed as many as 15 sheep in one night and Old Eph was indeed possibly the largest and most elusive bear ever in the Beehive State."
The grizzly bear from the Cache National Forest known as "Old Ephraim" was first identified by his distinctive 3 toed tracks. The massive grizzly bear lived within a wilderness area from as far north as Soda Springs, Idaho to as far south as Weber, Utah, before settling in Logan Canyon, about 20 miles east of Logan, Utah.
"Old Eph" is a name used in many frontier folklore including several deer and scout camps.
“Old Ephraim” was a legendary, giant, marauding grizzly bear who roamed the Wasatch Mountains in the early 20th century. Almost 92 years after his death, the bruin still lives on in campfire tales and various tributes.
For example, in Bear Lake Valley, there’s the Old Ephraim Pizza, 32 inches in diameter; in a remote side canyon of Logan Canyon, there’s a large stone monument where he was killed; and “Walking Thunder” (1997) was not only one of actor/singer John Denver’s last movies, but was inspired by the tale of Utah’s Old Eph himself."
“The largest grizzly bear that was ever known to inhabit the Wasatch Range is reported to have been killed in the Right Hand Fork of Logan Canyon by William (Frank) Clark, a sheepherder,” the story stated. The bear was believed to have killed as many as 15 sheep in one night and Old Eph was indeed possibly the largest and most elusive bear ever in the Beehive State."
About the breeder:
Over the last 30+ years Quartermoon have focused on perfecting the golden gun dog. Obtaining a pup from Pixie's last litter, daughter of Bree, was a dream come true. Bree is one of the most gifted hunters Erica's had in 32 years. Eph's providing us with the embodiment of her accumulated and focused genetics. Those that know her program also know that she breeds wavy coated goldens. Eph is an iconic throwback in the golden retriever foundational pedigrees. His wavy coat is as unique as he his. Many golden history buffs have assumed that the wave come the early Tweed water dog ancestors. However, some think they came from his more immediate ancestors, Tiverton Best Lad and Rajah. Either way, 32 years of gun dog genetics are roaming the mountains and valleys of Cache County. He's everything we hoped for and more.
Over the last 30+ years Quartermoon have focused on perfecting the golden gun dog. Obtaining a pup from Pixie's last litter, daughter of Bree, was a dream come true. Bree is one of the most gifted hunters Erica's had in 32 years. Eph's providing us with the embodiment of her accumulated and focused genetics. Those that know her program also know that she breeds wavy coated goldens. Eph is an iconic throwback in the golden retriever foundational pedigrees. His wavy coat is as unique as he his. Many golden history buffs have assumed that the wave come the early Tweed water dog ancestors. However, some think they came from his more immediate ancestors, Tiverton Best Lad and Rajah. Either way, 32 years of gun dog genetics are roaming the mountains and valleys of Cache County. He's everything we hoped for and more.
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HEEL
HOLD
COME
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DOWN
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Everything I train for is built from these simple, but essential commands.
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JH Pattern blinds, upland game hunted. Professionally & amateur trained
JH Pattern blinds, upland game hunted. Professionally & amateur trained