My name is Jo Anne Hacker and I live in both La Jolla, California and on Bainbridge Island in Washington. I have been a very happy PBGV owner for almost 18 years. I cannot imagine owning any other breed. This is definitely the dog for me! I am not a breeder, just a happy companion to my two PBGV’s . We love to take our two mile walks every day and meet new people and other dogs. I am stopped at least twice on each walk as folks inquire about the breed. Frankly, people remember the dogs and their names and usually can’t place me! My PBGV’s happily spend an hour a day at least running around our fenced property hunting for who knows what.

I would love to answer your questions about what it is like to own a PBGV and to help you to sort out whether the breed is right for you. From there I can connect you with our breeder network comprised of individuals who have a very strong commitment to the health and welfare of the breed. It is very important that you get your PBGV from a well-respected breeder and preferably one that is a member of the National Club, PBGVCA.