Burmack

About Burmack

At Burmack Manchester Terriers, our focus is on breeding well-tempered, healthy, and high-quality dogs for the show ring, performance events, and—most importantly—as devoted family companions. We have been proudly breeding under the Burmack prefix since 1999 and have been fortunate to enjoy numerous successes along the way. The Burmack kennel has achieved unparalleled success with Manchester Terriers in both conformation and performance venues. In conformation, Burmack holds the record for the Top Winning Toy Manchester Terrier male of all time. Over several decades, our record speaks for itself and includes numerous National Specialty wins, multiple breed wins at the AKC National Championship, and multiple breed wins—along with a Group placement—at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Burmack dogs have earned multiple Best in Show wins in both the United States and Canada, have won the breed at the world-renowned Crufts Dog Show in England, and have captured the breed title twice at the World Dog Show. We have also owned the #1 Toy Manchester Terrier in AKC competition for numerous years. While our emphasis has shifted over time from campaigning specials to developing a consistent and sustainable breeding program, Burmack has consistently placed two to three dogs annually in the AKC Top 20 rankings for Toy Manchester Terriers. Although our primary focus has been on the Toy Variety, Burmack is also experienced with the Standard Variety and has previously owned the top-ranked Standard Manchester Terrier. Beyond the conformation ring, Burmack-bred dogs have excelled in a wide range of performance and companion events, including Agility, Obedience, Coursing Ability, Fast CAT, Scent Work, Weight Pulling, Barn Hunt, and Farm Dog. Our dogs have also earned titles in Canine Good Citizen, Fit Dog, and Trick Dog. Highlights include Blitz, co-owned and handled by Arlene Spooner, who achieved MACH 17, and Edgar, a three-year-old co-owned and handled by Kevin Fleming, who has earned 30 titles across multiple disciplines. Our carefully planned breeding program is dedicated to producing quality pets as well as dogs suited for the show ring and performance arena. We place a strong emphasis on temperament and health, and we strive to produce dogs that adhere as closely as possible to the Manchester Terrier Breed Standard. All Burmack dogs complete the American Manchester Terrier Club–recommended health testing prior to breeding and are documented on the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) website at ofa.org Jim and Pat are active members of the American Manchester Terrier Club (AMTC). Jim previously served on the AMTC Board of Directors as Treasurer and Health Committee Chair, while Pat has served multiple terms on the Board of Directors. Jim and Pat have been honored by the American Kennel Club as Platinum Breeders of Merit under the Advanced Level Breeders of Merit Requirements. This prestigious recognition is awarded to breeders who provide proof of Parent Club-required health testing on sires and dams, ensure that every puppy is individually AKC-registered, and demonstrate exceptional success in producing titled dogs. At the Platinum level, breeders must have a minimum of 100 dogs earning titles, with at least 60 earning prefix titles. Through this achievement, Jim and Pat are recognized for their dedication to breeding purebred dogs that exemplify breed standards in appearance, temperament, and ability, as well as for their steadfast commitment to health screening, full puppy registration, and excellence in canine sports. If you are considering a puppy or an older dog as an addition to your family, please take this decision seriously—it is a significant, long-term commitment. We encourage prospective owners to ask questions about health, temperament, contracts, and guarantees when selecting a breeder. At Burmack, we are committed to providing well-socialized, healthy companions for the right homes. Please feel free to visit us at burmack.com and/or contact us directly at [email protected]