About Us
I started with herding dogs in the late 60’s as I lived on several acres with 100 head of registered Polled Herefords and needed some help! Indian Runner ducks were also added to start puppies.
During this time I opened a grooming, boarding and retail pet supply business. Then started pet obedience classes with the area Adult Education Program.
I was fortunate to have started with some wonderful dogs, mostly Las Racosa, Sunnybrook and Countrywoods lines of Australian Shepherds. They taught me much about herding, training and breeding. I also had the opportunity to work with Briards and Australian Cattle Dogs during this time.
When breeding I look for a versatile dog in Swedish Vallhunds, as I want the dog to have the ability to compete in all areas of competition, but most of all, I want the dog to be a good family companion. The versatility includes good structure, relating to the breed standard and good temperament as I feel both go hand in hand.
Skyview dogs are eye checked each year (CERF) and all hips (OFA)are done before breeding. I do screen dogs for breeding quality. If I feel a dog is not a good "compliment" according to the breed standard, it is not bred.
Puppies are raised in-home, temperament tested on the 49th day, with reports kept on each puppy. This helps to make sure the puppy is placed in the correct home. The testing also contributes to what training will need to be done with each puppy. Puppies are structurally evaluated at eight weeks of age. The puppies are all exposed to at least seven different surfaces by the age of eight weeks. Pups are also physically stimulated starting at three days to help them develop mentally and physically. They are also socialized in home and outside of the home. This helps puppies become comfortable with different situations. Puppies are also exposed to other dogs as part of their socialization.
