Jim grew up in east central South Dakota as the oldest of 3 brothers. They trapped, hunted upland birds, waterfowl, and deer with their father and cousins from the time they were big enough to tag along.

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Eventually, when Jim and his wife, Laurie, had a family, he chose the Kleine/Small Münsterländer as his breed of choice for a hunting dog and family pet.  Just before Ben, his oldest son, reached hunting age, he realized if his sons were to truly experience and gain a love for upland bird and waterfowl hunting, they needed a good dog. With his love for pointing breeds, the existence of a local reputable breeder and a lot of luck, they chose the Kleine (Small) Münsterländer.  As they say, the rest is history!