Windchime’s Nelsons Chief Gunners Mate, “Gunner”, is an AKC registered German Short Haired Pointer. Sired by Windchime’s Reload A Doublegun and Dame Windchime’s Golden Touch of Dixie, he was born in South Carolina in November 2016 and became a member of the Nelson family in January 2017. Gunner’s name originated from the nick-name by which Jimmy Nelson was known during his service in the U.S. Navy.

An accomplished Sport/Hunting Dog, Gunner has achieved prestigious credentials with both the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association and the American Kennel Club - Utility Prize 1 and Master Hunter Advanced Lifetime Achievement respectively.

Gunner’s chief responsibility at Nelson Financial is that of Assistant Greeter, and his outgoing, affectionate personality has made him a welcome addition to the team. With an incredible nose and a keen sense of his heritage, Gunner enjoys spending his spare time tracking, pointing and retrieving upland game birds, as well as water fowl, and other types of game animals. With his accomplished resume', Gunner has proven he is well capable of not only running with but leading the big dogs!