The Stabyhoun is a delightful treasure originating from the Friesland region of The Netherlands. We were first introduced to this breed when we lost our second Flat-coated Retriever to cancer. Having always loved the retriever way with children and other dogs, we were looking to stay with that kind of dog temperament. After searching through The Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds by Juliette Cunliffe, we found the Stabyhoun and fell in love with the looks as well as the size! Our first Staby is named Fryske with the call name of "Echo". She travelled from Holland in July 2004 and has been our guide to learning more about the Stabyhoun! In September of 2008, a wonderful addition to Fryske Point was born in Holland. Sante Yfke fân Bûten Út, with the call name of "Tulip", joined our family to form a strong second leg to our breeding program. She and Echo have become best friends and partners in crime!

If you are keen on getting your own Staby, please read more about the character and history of the breed. We are sure that you will fall in love also!

Updated on 21 November, 2011 by Webmaster