We mostly breed for those requiring a special companion although our stock originates from show lines.  We enjoy the challenge and privilege of raising puppies carefully so that they are well socialised and able to fit into a family situation , hopefully - immediately when they leave us at 8 - 10 weeks of age.

Our English and Gordon setters are all Kennel club / British veterinary association hip scored and our four youngest English setters have been deaf tested by the Animal Health Trust at Newmarket, they hold certificates to substantiate that they haven't any deafness problems.  

Silmanhurst Dainty Chloe

BVA/HD 6/6

Richecca Nightbreeze. 

 Father of Folette, Chloe and Emma

The mothers of our four young ones, are now fully retired due to both having to have had their litters by caesarian section.  

Our Irish setter, Silmanhurst Angelina (Saffi), bred and reared by us has also been tested clear by the Animal Health Trust at Newmarket for PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy) and CLAD (Canine Leycocyte Adhesion Deficiency).  She gave birth, just before her third birthday, to ten gorgeous puppies in March 2000. 

Show preparation 2000