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About Kr'msun Hounds

Dr. Cheryl and the hounds in 2003

I am Dr. Cheryl McDermott DVM - veterinarian and founder of Kr'msun Hounds.

Kr'msun began in early 1998 with the addition of my first Pharaoh Hound, "Lauren" (CH Khantro's Spirit of Isis SC, FCh).  She introduced me to the world of competitive dog sports.  We had fun learning lure coursing, obedience, herding, flyball, and competing in the conformation ring.  I had owned dogs of various breeds throughout my  life, but I quickly fell in love with the  versatility of this breed and was hooked.  Very shortly after Lauren's arrival, my second Pharaoh, "Kashmir" (Beltara's Kashmir) joined the family.  Neither Lauren nor Kashmir were bred, but both were able competitors and great companions til the end.  

In 2003, I acquired my foundation bitch, "Deja" (Multi Group Winning, BIF, DC Nefer-Temu Samba de Janeiro SC, RN, VC) from Nefer-Temu Kennels.  In addition to having a very successful specials career in the show ring, Deja gave us two lovely litters with which we are now moving forward in our breeding program.

In addition to Pharaoh Hounds, Kr'msun Hounds also breeds Cirneco dell'Etna (Sicilian Greyhound).  In 1999, my good friend Janis Butler gave me my first Cirneco, "Tu" (Multi-CH Winemall Et Tu).  As with the Pharaoh Hounds, I was quickly enamored by the grace, style, and unique temperament of this breed.  Within the next few years, I was able to import two more lovely males from Arebutnot Kennels in Norway ("Brutus" & "Ace"), and acquired my first bitch ("Bug") from a similar line in the USA, thus beginning my line of Cirnechi.

Dr. Cheryl and "Deja"
Dr. Cheryl and her foundation Pharaoh Hound bitch, "Deja" (age 6 months)


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My husband Brad and I started Timberland Veterinary Hospital in Ethel, WA in 2004, where we offer a full service veterinary clinic and boarding facility, as well as specialized training classes.  I have a special interest in canine reproduction and health screening - everything from ovulation timing to artificial insemination.  Many of my clients are noted show breeders and exhibitors from all parts of the Pacific Northwest.  

Brad also breeds Rottweilers and Jagd terriers, and has a special interest in Schutzhund (German word for protection dog) and other working dog sports. 

Over the years, our family has gone from 4-legged to both 2 and 4-legged!  Brad and I have a lovely daughter, Brenna (born Dec. 2006), who helps us raise and socialize all of our puppies.

 
Dr. Cheryl & Brenna (age 3.5) with Cirneco pups from the Roman Litter