Payton Irick Named 2023 National Proficiency Winner in Small Animal Production and Care – Entrepreneurship/Placement

Payton Irick of the Seminole FFA Chapter in Oklahoma raises Yorkshire terriers and Yorkie-poodle mixed designer dogs that are non-shedding and hypoallergenic. She began with one female and used a corner of her parents’ office to raise the first litter of puppies. She’s invested in more females and ensures stellar health, cleanliness and socialization of all puppies. Irick is supported by her parents, Heather and Shawn, and her FFA advisor, Amber Day. 

Hear more about the growth of Irick’s business and her unique marketing strategy in an interview with Broadcast Desk Intern, Lydia Johnson.

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