About Alncroft Kennel

We are a small, select kennel who endeavour to breed quality Parson Russell Terriers for entry into the show ring and as working dogs or pets.

We occasionally have puppies available, and have considerable success in the ring with our breeding.

Our principle breed is Parson Russell Terriers, but we are also home to Miniature Wirehaired Dachshunds, Anna whom we are enjoying campaigning and hope to breed from in the future, and Manuel.

The kennel is run by Kate Smith, ably assisted by husband Matt, who have both worked and shown dogs for many years. Kate's mum, Michaela Moon is also a partner in the kennel.

Kate was born into animals, she came from a farming background, her first home having been at a racing stables. Before the Parson Russells, Kate bred, worked and showed Working-type Lakeland and Fell Terriers. Her mum Michaela, based further south in Warwickshire, comes from an equine background having competed in all the disciplines throughout her life. She has always suppported Kate's interest in showing and breeding and spends a good deal of time looking after the dogs and generally helping make it all possible.

Kate started showing in 1990. Her experience includes American Cocker Spaniels and Welsh Terriers before she started with Parson Russell Terriers over 11 years ago. Kate is well-known for the Alne PRT's, from which Kennel Alncroft has descended. Matt, a Gamekeeper, breeds and works both the Terriers and Springer & Cocker Spaniels.

All the dogs at Alncroft are 'employed' on the estate as well as being showdogs and pets. Busy throughout the year, when not showing they can be found keeping pheasants in-check!

Kate has judged Parson Russell Terriers and Working-type Lakelands and Fells in the UK, America and Germany.

Our daughter Jessica although just a toddler, adores the dogs and ensures all the puppies are well socialised with children!

TOP BREEDERS ~ TOP DOG ~ TOP BITCH 2004

JOINT TOP PUPPY ~ ALL BREEDS ~ 2006

5 Parson Russell Champions bred or owned by us have won 38 Challenge Certificates