In memory of Alberta Storm (Berta)

"She had slippers for feet and froggy spotted legs,  ears that flapped so beautifully in the wind we always thought "Flying Nun eat your heart out ...here comes Sister Berta".

The softest hair and the most beautiful kind eyes.   She came into our lives and became queen of the house, strong, bossy, sweet and funny.  All too soon she was gone.  We don't mean to be greedy but we wanted her around longer.  We are so lucky to have known her.

Thank you Frank and Bonnie for letting her come our way....."   The Katsumi Family

Berta received 1st & 4th in CKC Open Competitions.  She produced 5 Field Champions.   Without question, Berta produced the smartest, most trainable spaniels we have ever owned.   She factored heavily in the pedigree of every spaniel in our kennel (aside from our stud CFC Sweeper).    

Berta you were the best!!!!! 

Frank & Bonnie O'Grady

July, 2007

"We wanted a pet that would fit into our active family and decided that a springer spaniel was the breed for us as they really enjoyed the water, (our family is a “water family”).  We found Springville Springers, went to visit them, and were welcomed by Bonnie and Frank.  They showed the kids some of the dogs, took us into their home and let us interact with their family pets.  We are so happy with our decision, our new pet fit in like another child.  Robyn was an avid swimmer, and enjoyed the cottage as much as us.  She would lifeguard the waterskiers from the boat and make sure they were “OK” if they fell.  She would dress up in doll clothes, and even had her toe nails painted by our three girls!  Our children are grown up now and have decided that they wanted springers for themselves.  Thanks Bonnie and Frank for such great pets!"

The Christopher Family

Prince Edward County, Ontario

"After visiting several different breeders we stumbled upon Springville Springers , and were we ever impressed! Not only were Bonnie & Frank friendly, professional and very knowledgeable, but their installations were clean, organized and their dogs overall genetics are far superior to the other breeders we visited.  However, the true delight was when we went home with a beautiful pup, which we named Maestro Chaps. He is now 8 months, and has been more than wonderful! He is very loving, active and a star pupil at obedience school. He is also very popular at our dog park and has many 2-legged and 4-legged friends. Maestro is a pure joy to have as a pet and friend! Thank you!"

Alexandra and Raynald, Toronto, Ontario  

 "We have nothing but praise to say about Oscar, today he retrieved 10 birds, most of them running and was happy to do it.  As far as we are concerned he is the nicest dog we have ever seen, and so gentle...like a gentle giant"

Gaby and Diane, Canmore, Alberta, Canada

" Angus is three and a half and Stanley is one and a half.  They have a huge capacity to learn and make me laugh every day.  They spend all their weekends with me at the cottage.  

In the winter we snowshoe across the lake and in the summer we are always in the water.  This shot is of them chasing me into the lake.  They swim for hours every day, whether with me swimming or beside the canoe.  

They are pictures of health and my vet is perpetually impressed with them.  The entire experience of meeting you two, seeing your
facilities, walking with the others dogs and visiting with Sweeper was ideal.    I enjoy watching their athleticism on our daily walks through the
woods.  Thanks again."  

Paddy, Ottawa, Ontario

"Dear Mr. and Mrs. O'Grady:  Lacey has already learned to sit, lay down, stay, lay in the other room while we eat and jump off the dock and retrieve the water toy.  She has been very good.  She fits in perfectly!  Thanks a Lot!"

Rachel and Family Gravenhurst, Ontario

"Katy's 1st partridge hunt at our hunt camp in Quebec, Canada, when she was just 7 months, 49 birds of which Katie retrieved 19.  We thought you would enjoy this picture.   She is just a wonderful puppy! ..."

Dick and Marion, Columbia, New Hampshire, USA 

 "Roarry just turned 3, he has grown into a happy and handsome dog who gives us so much pleasure!  Thanks again for letting us have him.  You were right, he has the most wonderful personality, he is truly a joy and we look forward to many happy years with him as we cherished "Funny" (purchased many years ago from you) and the wonderful times we had with him."

Eve and Guy, Toronto, Ontario and Arizona, USA

"I just wanted to let you know rocket is doing great and is a real character.  He is on his third set of classes and is always best in class.   He thinks tracking is the ultimate game and has been successful since a young age.   We stayed in a hotel and I have attached a funny picture of Rocket, see what I mean about him
being a character.   He is spoiled rotten and we love him to bits.    ..... "

Tamara, Brantford, Ontario

"Frank and Bonnie:  Enclosed are some photos of Smokey and I (I'm the one wearing the cap).  I'm very pleased with Smokey, he's everything and more than I hoped for in a hunting dog, family dog, and companion."

Ike, Wabush, Labrador

 "Charles Atlas has worked out well.  He is enjoying a pretty good life, his owner is a poor shot.  Your dogs are blessed with a lot of natural ability and we are quite pleased with him."

Duncan, Kenora, Ontario

"Here's an up to date picture of LILY , she is the athlete that I wanted , I can't say it enough you guys really know your dogs.   Lily will soon be 2 years old, she's my 4th kid, my hunting buddy and  even my wife's good buddy too.   This summer we will compete in some hunt tests in Maine, USA.   She's 36 lbs. all power, nose and one smart hunter as you can see from the picture this is a 4 foot fence enclosing a condemned soccer field where we train and go for runs and its no obstacle for her. The new pups on the sight look great, keep up the good work.   Oh ya! this season's take was 28 ducks, 12 grouse, 23 woodcock and 3 rabbits"

John, New Brunswick, Canada, 

Frank & Bonnie O'Grady

e-mail: spaniels@springvillespringers.com

495 County Road 21, Millbrook, Ontario, Canada L0A 1G0 Phone: (705) 932-5577