Terry Ann Fernando

Vice Chair

Ten years ago, Terry Ann and her husband got their vizsla, Zara, to be a running partner and companion. They quickly realized how much work and training a high-energy bird dog required. Fast forward a few years and Terry Ann entered Zara into an AKC Junior Hunter test at the suggestion of her breeder. Zara did exceptionally well and Terry Ann found herself amazed by her natural ability. She felt like needed to give Zara the chance to live up to what she was bred to do – hunting birds. This was also the catalyst to getting Terry Ann involved in the world of dog sports.

Since then, they’ve participated in all levels of AKC hunt tests, AKC field trials, UKC field trials, NAVHDA tests, dock diving, and therapy dog visits as well as wild bird hunting. Terry Ann also has a Rhodesian ridgeback, Colombo, who enjoys lure coursing and conformation.

Email Terry Ann at terryann@birddogsociety.org.