Somersetdawn

Maremmas At Somersetdawn

Our Maremmas are a winning combination:
  • The only show champions in New Zealand
  • Gentle affectionate pets and companions
  • Loyal guardians of our stock

We occasionally breed litters for temperament and conformation and are happy to welcome visitors and enquiries, and offer advice and information to those interested in the breed.

Our Dogs


NZ/AU Champion Schaferden Alfred at Somersetdawn

Alf joined us from Chris and Peter Woods’ Shaferden kennel in Australia in 2007

He is a lovely big boy who came to us fresh from his success at the Sydney Royal show 2007, where he won the dog champion challenge certificate. He also attracts a lot of attention here, and is now also a New Zealand show champion.

He and Sky live happily alongside the alpacas, our labrador, George, and our other animals; but also love our company, a good game, gallop through the woods or splash through the water race!


NZ Champion Appennini Sofia at Somersetdawn (Sky)
(d.o.b 23.1.2006)

Sky was a playful and adventurous puppy, maturing into a beautiful, friendly, companion, always ready for a game.

She became a New Zealand show champion in December 2007.

We are excitedly awaiting Sky's first litter around 3rd July 09


NZ Champion Appennini Bianca at Somersetdawn (Rosie)

Rosie, who sadly died in Autumn 2009 was a gentle affectionate girl, enjoying a very successful show career.

She was made up to New Zealand show champion in April 2007 – the first ever New Zealand born champion.

She had two beautiful litters and was a lovely mother. Her puppies now live all over New Zealand, and although we miss her we enjoy hearing regular news of them.


Puppies at Somersetdawn

We are delighted that Sky and Alf are expecting puppies around 3rd July 09




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