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Debra Harker

Ettrick Gordon Setters

Debra’s most memorable success was winning the Dog CC at Crufts in 2000.

Involved in dogs for over 40 years

Debra became involved in dog showing whilst working at a boarding kennels before she left school.  The lady she worked for was a well-known Clumber Spaniel breeder who also had other breeds which Debra showed for her, including a Miniature Longhaired Dachshund, Cairn Terriers and Shelties.

The couple now own 3 dogs...

  • Gordon Setter Paradise Final Legacy at Ettrick – Jenson
  • Gordon Setter Hernwood Achilles at Ettrick JW – Hector
  • Working Cocker – Sam

The affix Ettrick is taken from Ettrick Bridge in the Borders where Debra and her husband spent their honeymoon.  

2 superb Champions!  (See update from Debra in May 2022 … 3 superb Champions!)

Debra has made up two Champions in the breed - the first was her very first Gordon Setter, Sh Ch/Ir Sh Ch Hernwood Crystal Graphite. who became the first male English/Irish Champion and became top male in the breed. 

Debra Harker

Debra Harker

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Debra Harker

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