Dills German Shorthairs

Dills German Shorthairs is a breeder of German shorthaired pointer and Irish setter in Providence, KY, serving Livingston County and the Purchase region near Paducah. Daniel Dills has over a decade of experience following American Kennel Club guidelines and provides comprehensive health screening for hips, elbows and eyes. Puppies are raised within the family home and introduced to daily handling, basic obedience cues and supervised outdoor activity.

Adults share a roomy kennel and accessible fields where tracking and retrieving skills are nurtured alongside quiet rest under shade trees. Several dogs have placed in regional field trials, highlighting a balanced blend of trainability and natural drive. The kennel maintains open communication with new families to support each dog’s ongoing health and adjustment to home life. Early exposure to varied sounds and gentle introduction to water helps build confidence for active family lifestyles. The breeding stock undergo temperament evaluation each season to ensure balanced, attentive companions.