Jul 14, 2026 · 1 hr 17 min · 16 segments
Learn how **Valerie Nunes-Atkinson,** along with partner **Yvonne Hassler-Deterding,** built *VJK-Myst Kennels* into one of the most respected German Shorthaired Pointer breeding programs in the…
Valerie Nunez-AtkinsonGuestMatt StelterHostI think being proud to say that you're a breeder, that you breed dogs, I think that became a bad word in the years past because of the whole adopt don't shop slogan, and rescue, and adopting dogs.
We've always, you know, we step up and bring in odd dogs here and there all the time, you know? But I'm a proud breeder and-
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Located in Southern California, Valerie is one of the most iconic breeders in the Shorthair breed.
From a small kennel, Valerie's breeding program has achieved the highest success in both North America and around the world with folds of number one Best In Show, national specialty, and record-setting dogs, including two Westminster Best In Show winners.
Beyond conformation, Valerie has produced dogs that have won and titled in almost every discipline, including field, hunt, and every type of performance and sport competition.
She's also earned several Sporting Group Breeder of the Year awards, and her dogs have won multiple Top Stud Dog and Brood Bitch honors.
Those who know Valerie best say she is a great leader in the sport, an ambassador for the breed, and a standout human being.
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