Chesapeake Bay Pappy Vann Big Shot U.S.A. Retriever

Meet Pappy Vann Big Shot, A.K.A. “Vann” whose name is a mix of his Kentucky mom, Little Sure Shot “Annie” and the Norwegian word for water, vann…so apropos for a water retrieving dog! At just 3 yrs. old, Vann is a connoisseur of anything to do with ducks and retrieving. So you can guess what his favorite toy is…a duck! Or any ol’ bumper will do. He also admits to running “hot” and therefore doesn’t bother sleeping in a bed, but prefers a good cold floor. Kind of a man’s man in the dog world wouldn’t ya say? According to dad, Dean Miller of Club Canine, when asked about Vann's quirks, he notes, "He has this smile when he’s excited. It’s pretty easy to get him to smile almost on command. Just don’t get on his bad side, he’s a serious hombre if you try to come near his vehicle or into his yard without being invited.” Good to know!

Also good to know is that Vann’s way of greeting new people is a nose to the crotch…so if you ever meet Vann, turn around backwards to say hi!

With his Let’s Go demeanor, when asked what he would say if he could speak, Vann quickly replied, “What’s Next???” Yes, this high-energy, intelligent boy who is famously good with teaching puppies that come through Dad’s school at Club Canine, is an allaround great companion…as long as you are a Let’s Go human!

Chessies are unlike most other gun dogs. Their overall mental and physical toughness is impressive. They’re known for their ability to withstand ICE cold water and conditions in their work performance. As they swim through those waters to retrieve their waterfowl, they will crack ice with their heads and keep swimming to reach their destination and return their bounty.