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The Hartnagle's Las Rocosa Aussies are
internationally recognized as the "quarter-type" of the dog world.
Presently, there are representatives of our bloodline in 49 states, Canada, Mexico, Japan,
Puerto Rico, Europe and the Middle East. We produce attractive, athletic,
intelligent dogs with trainability, stock savvy and heart. They go the distance in
the real world.
Las Rocosa Aussies are noted for their clean, classic head-type.
Clear, deep rich colors enhance the total balance of structural and temperamental
soundness. Our dogs are specifically bred for high performance standards of the
"real world". Check the record. Our success speaks for itself.
Aussie breeders of other lines incorporate Las Rocosa Aussies to utilize the
genetically clean lineage, to obtain rich, clear colors, and to add or intensify herding
ability. Many depend on our blood to infuse our trademark "can do attitude"
that is so critical for winning performances.
Las Rocosa Moss Agate, Hartnagle's Fritzie Taylor, Champion Las Rocosa Sadie
Blue CD, Hartnagle's Hud
During the early years, we established an "ideal" that we still breed for: A
sound, beautiful dog, with intense herding ability. Over the years, we have never
sacrificed our goal for any fad -- be it structural, cosmetic or in herding style.
The line of Hartnagle dogs began over four decades ago with Goodie - a
beautiful daughter of Ely's Blue, and with Badger (1954-1969), who was a son of
Blue. Through the years descendants of these foundation dogs carried on their
heritage and became the guideline by which we selected our dogs.
Badger with Jeanne & Chris
These dogs were line-bred - as Badger displayed courage, intense proven herding
ability, longevity and the loyalty that we so desired and wished to intensify in the line.
During his twilight years, however, we realized the need to locate a successor to
the throne. After nearly giving up and maybe having to settle for less, a handsome
young scoundrel - a real character, appeared on the scene. Immediately, we knew that
we found what we had been looking for. He built his reputation under the name of Hartnagle's Hud.
Hud filled the bill beyond our wildest
expectations, never held a grudge, and would do anything you asked of him. It was
often said that Hud was "before his time". Based on Hud's supremacy, we
purchased a female of the same cross (Taylor's Whiskey x Taylor's Buena). She was
christened Hartnagle's Fritzie Taylor. Fritzie Taylor
continued the tradition of producing beautiful, sound working stock dogs that included a
number of champions and herding-titled aussies. Both Hud and Fritzie are listed in
the prestigeous ASCA Honor Roll of Conformation and Working Sires and Dams, respectively.
Next, we concentrated on developing our line of reds. At that time in the breed
there were no other established red strains. Even today, the finest red dogs go back
to our CH Las Rocosa Shiloh. As a sire, Shiloh met our
unyielding specifications. His dam, Hosmer's Jill, was a full sister to Hud
and Fritzie Taylor - who were already proven in our program. CH Las Rocosa Shiloh
has since become one of the most influential foundation sires of the breed. A saying
coined long ago held steadfast throughout the years: "Shiloh - a name that made
history in our nation - a name that made history in our breed". Shiloh is
included in the ASCA Hall of Fame for his outstanding legacy.
Shiloh's genetic soundness is still evident in his progeny over the past decades.
Shiloh crossed to CH Shanahan's Phantom, CDX, a Hud granddaughter,
produced CH Stonehenge Justin Case of Las Rocosa, CD - one of the most prominent
show dogs in the nation during his show career time (1976-1982). Justin Case is
listed on the prestigious ASCA Honor Roll of Conformation Sires and is the sire of CH
Just Jake of Las Rocosa, CD, STDcs, ATDd; CH Las Rocosa Justa Sinner and CH
Las Rocosa Justin Junior of Mt. Gold, CD.
Our golden cross was Fritzie Taylor and Shiloh. The legacy lives on through their
offspring that include: CH Las Rocosa Ricky Taylor, CH Las Rocosa Rojo Hombre,
CH Las Rocosa Blue Brocade, Las Rocosa Rose and CH Las Rocosa
Leslie, CSD...each who went on to develop lines of their own!
Our CH Las Rocosa Leslie, CSD, had a major impact on the
breed through her sons, CH Chulo Rojo of Fairoaks CD, Las Rocosa
Sydney (both by Taylor's Whiskey) and Las Rocosa Lester (by CH Las Rocosa
Shiloh). Sydney and Lester both are ASCA Hall of Fame Sires. CH Chulo
Rojo of Fairoaks went on to become an ASCA Hall of Fame Sire and USASA Register of Merit
Excellence III Sire award, the highest offered to date .
One of our most prominent dams was Las Rocosa Christophene,
STDds, OTDc, (CH Las Rocosa Shiloh ex Howe's Little Peedee). This Shiloh
daughter went on to produce CH Las Rocosa Leo Four-A, ATDc, CH Las Rocosa Little Wolf STDcd and WTCH Las
Rocosa Bonnie Kyle, RDX (all by Las Rocosa Lester) and
Las Rocosa Rogue, OTDc (by Las Rocosa Sydney). Rogue, Little Wolf and Bonnie Kyle
are all ASCA Honor Roll Sires.
William Gibson, Elaine's Father with "Bob" one of his Aussies.
William had dogs for most of his life and when he was a young
man,
they didn't know the name of the breed...
they just called them
"Bob Tail
Shepherds"!
This profile of our past is the foundation of our future. Today, we maintain several
outstanding sires and dams that have been specifically bred for a high performance
criteria. With the help of our entire family, we continue to work toward the same
goals we set long ago.
'Grandpa'...Jacob Hartnagle
We hope you've enjoyed reading a little of the history behind the Las
Rocosa name, and invite you to spend some time reading, and enjoying, the other pages
included here on our website. Please check back often as we are adding information and
pictures on a continuing basis! Thanks for visiting!!
Click here to see a little more
Las Rocosa's History
Click here to read about the
History of Australian Shepherds, a compilation of 50 years of research!
Click here to explore some
Australian Shepherd Club of America history,
written by Ernest Hartnagle, one of the founders of ASCA & Jeanne Joy
Hartnagle-Taylor.
Click here to read some
history about Billy (Johnson William) Richardson, Pony Express Rider, and
Elaine's Great-Uncle!
Old dogs, like old shoes, are comfortable.
They might be a bit out of
shape,
and a little worn around the edges,
but they fit well .
~~ Bonnie Wilcox
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