ABOUT

My grandmother, Terri Cranmer, bred and showed Dobermans, German Shepherds, and Shih Tzus under the kennel name Tarahaus from the mid 1960s into the early 2000s. Her German Shepherds were featured in various books, and some were even donated to the local police department to serve on their K9 unit. They also did conformation and herding. 

My mother, Patti Cranmer, bred and showed Parson (Jack) Russell Terriers as well as Miniature Aussies (now known as Miniature American Shepherds) for over 20 years. She originally created the kennel name Fox Shadow. Her dogs were sent all over the world to various countries. They excelled in agility, conformation, earth dog, and racing. 

Growing up, I remember playing with puppies and showing Jack Russell Terriers as a Junior handler. As I continued to grow up, I began playing competitive softball. Our weekends were soon spent at tournaments rather than dog shows, and we gradually slowed down on our dog activities. 

I eventually went on to play softball in college. While there, I earned a B.A. in Neuroscience. All that time, I never forgot my love for Miniature American Shepherds. Once I graduated, I knew it was time to return to dog breeding and showing.