Heartland Setters began in September of 1994, when Dianne purchased Abbey from J. C. Smith, "Honie River English Setters" in Branchport, NY. The purchase of Abbey was preceded by a long study of the breed and a desire to have a dog that looked like a show dog but could be taken out to the field. Abbey was a great companion and started to show her field abilities the following fall.

The appreciation turned to obsession and, it was decided if one was good, two were better and a second dog would be great to have for both home and field. Cain was purchased from Warren Sheckells, "Pinecoble English Setters" in Springfield Center, NY.

With two really good dogs and a desire to learn more about the breed, we were very fortunate that J. C. and Warren were so generous with their time answering a host of questions and providing direction.

Our first breeding of Abbey was in March of 1999 to "Classic Setters" Second Chance. Eight pups were whelped in May and Heartland Setters was born. In August of 2000 we purchased two additional dogs from Jan Turner's kennel, "Setter Hills Gun Dogs".

Our Mission

Heartland Setters mission is to breed with the following goals:

• To continue to improve the breed.
• To breed dogs that are excellent companions at home.
• To expand on the Dogs great desire to hunt hard. biddability and be productive in the field.
• To only breed dogs that meet high health standards.
• To provide you with a Dog that will be your best friend. A Dog you can be proud of at home or in the field. Your chest should swell when you say, " That's my Dog".
• To be a resource to our customers and provide help whenever possible.
• To provide the best for our dogs (our best friends).
• To breed dogs that can truly be called DUAL TYPE SETTERS

Heartland Setters Moved in October, 2006 from Fenton, Missouri to Atwater, Minnesota. The move was made to allow us to expand our training capabilities on both Pheasants & Grouse.