28/08/2026
Safe travels to everyone coming to Stabyfest.
Please let us know if you're planning to visit and haven't told us 💗
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The official page of the UK Stabyhoun Association - promoting and protecting this amazing family and gun dog in the UK.
Visit www.stabyhounuk.com for more details or email [email protected] to apply for a puppy. The Stabyhoun, or Stabij as we also call it, is a rare dog breed from the Netherlands. It shares many skills and behavioural characteristics with, for example, the Labrador, Golden Retriever, Spaniel and Duck Tolling Retriever in that it is active, intelligent, a good worker and most of all a loving and
28/08/2026
Wetterhun Wednesday
You Know You Own a Wetterhoun When… 🎶😂
…your dog doesn't just greet you — they perform an entire musical.
“You’re home!” — WOOOOOOO!
“Where have you been?” — WOOF-WOOF-WOOOOO!
“I’ve dug a hole!” — proud Wetterhoun snort
“I have brought it back!”
And just when you think the concert is over…
🎶 Wetterhoun encore! 🎶
Because let's face it — you don't really own a Wetterhoun…
You simply live with the lead singer of a very muddy, slightly stubborn, completely bonkers folk band. 😂
So come on Wetterhoun people…
What sound does YOUR Wetterhoun make? 🎤
Drop their best “Wetterhoun noise” in the comments! 😂
19/08/2026
Wetterhoun owners… be honest!
Does your Wetterhoun follow you absolutely everywhere?
Does yours have selective hearing?
What is their strangest habit?
Are they water-obsessed?
share a photo and your dog’s funniest quirk.
15/08/2026
2 weeks to go until our annual celebration of the Staby and Wetterhoun!
We love seeing the litter reunions, the excited wagging tails, puffed chests from the boys 🤦♀️ and disowning looks from the mummas!
It is a really wonderful part of the breed preservation to see the siblings assessed alongside each other and their parents giving valuable information for future litters 🧬
Some of our Studs leave no doubt about 'who's the daddy'!
Pictured handsome Rhu with 2 of his offspring 🥰
12/08/2026
WETTERHOUN CORNER – Hot weather, cool dogs & a very strange sky! 🌙
Well, what a week it has been weather-wise! We think quite a few of us have been looking at our Wetterhouns and wondering how on earth they manage with those lovely thick, curly coats in this heat!
Wetterhouns seem to have their own ideas about keeping cool. Some will head straight for the water, some will find the coolest patch of shade, and others will find a cold kitchen floor and decide they're not moving for the rest of the day!
A few little things can make a big difference when it's hot:
💦 Plenty of fresh water
🌳 Lots of shade and somewhere cool to lie
🌅 Walks early in the morning or later in the evening
🧊 Frozen treats made from their usual food can be a great way to keep them occupied
💧 And, if your Wetterhoun loves water, letting them have a safe paddle or swim is obviously a bonus!
And don't forget that wonderful coat. Keeping it clean, well maintained and free from mats and excess dead coat is particularly important in warm weather. But it's also worth remembering that the Wetterhoun's coat is part of what makes the breed what it is.
And then we have tonight... 🌙🌞
There's something rather special happening in the sky this evening. The Moon will pass in front of the Sun, giving us a very deep partial solar eclipse here in the UK. In many places, more than 90% of the Sun will be covered.
Which got me wondering...
What will our Wetterhouns think about it?
Will they notice that the light suddenly looks different?
Will they wonder why evening seems to be arriving rather early?
Will they sit staring at the sky wondering what on earth is going on?
Or will they simply look at us as if we're being ridiculous, have a quick drink, find their favourite cool spot and carry on as normal?
There have been reports and discussion around animals behaving differently during eclipses, although every dog is different. So it would be really interesting to hear from Wetterhoun owners afterwards.
Did your Wetterhoun notice anything unusual tonight?
And, of course, if you're watching the eclipse yourselves, please remember never look directly at the Sun without proper certified eye protection.
We’d love to hear what your Wetterhouns make of it — and photos of your hot-weather Wetterhouns are very welcome too!
Stay cool, everyone!
08/08/2026
☀️🐾 Summer holidays are better with your dog! 🐾☀️
New places, muddy paws, long walks, sunny adventures and plenty of memories to make together. ❤️
Days out and stays away are great fun for all the family, what's your favourite trip with your dog?
05/08/2026
Wetterhoun Wednesday
One of the things we really enjoy is chatting to people who have never met a Wetterhoun before. Almost every conversation ends with them saying, "I didn't know that!" So we thought we’d share a few things that often surprise people about this wonderful breed.
The first is just how loyal they are. A Wetterhoun doesn't always throw themselves at every stranger they meet wanting fuss and attention. They're naturally quite reserved, which is exactly how the breed should be. But once you've earned their trust, you'll have a friend for life. The bond they build with their family is something quite special.
Another thing people don't always expect is their sense of humour. They can have a mischievous streak and often seem to look at you as if they're weighing up whether what you've asked is really worth doing! They're intelligent dogs who like to think for themselves, and I think that's all part of their charm, which we absolutely love.
People are also surprised by how calm they are around the home. As long as they've had the exercise and mental stimulation they need, they're generally content to settle down and simply be with their family. They don't need to be constantly on the go.
Of course, one of the first things everyone notices is that unique curly coat. Those curls aren't just there to make them look different – they're a practical working coat, designed to help protect the dog from cold water and harsh weather while carrying out the job they were originally bred to do.
Perhaps the biggest surprise of all is how rare they are. Many people have never seen a Wetterhoun in real life, and that's one of the reasons we enjoy talking about the breed so much. Every conversation is another chance to introduce someone to these amazing Dutch dogs.
If you've met a Wetterhoun before, what surprised you the most? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
And before we finish, just a little reminder that Stabyfest 2026 is only a few weeks away. We're all looking forward to a fantastic day celebrating both the Wetterhoun and the Stabyhoun, and we hope to see lots of new faces there on 29th August.
Here are a few you could meet.
03/08/2026
With our annual celebration of the Stabyhoun coming up on Saturday 29th August.. let's talk Stabyhoun grooming!
These easy care coats really don't need specialised grooming, a few basic tools and some top tidying tips will make sure your Stabyhoun stays absolutely fabulous!
Do you have any tips or tricks to make sure our UK Stabyhoun are looking their best?
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