Oakshire Kennel
Temperament Characteristics
Extremely intelligent
Eager to please
Very loyal
Very intuitive
Always ready for fun, but can curl up
in bed with you all day


Physical Characteristics
Cream to light golden coat color
Dark pigmented skin
Dark eyes
Blocky, square head structure
Well Balanced, symmetrical body
structure
We specialize in champion bloodline Golden Retrievers, ranging from cream (also incorrectly known in
America as "white") to light golden in color.  Here in the US, they are often referred to as "English Type"
Golden Retrievers, since the AKC standard differs from  that of the region of origin.  Our love and
involvement with dogs of many breeds growing up, eventually brought us to the best decision we ever made,
getting our first Golden Retriever.   After having the best experience with this breed we decided to become
more involved in the dog world, and help to establish in the U.S., the dogs we feel have the ultimate
characteristics that many would want in a companion.  

Our  dogs have the luxury of roaming free on our 4 ½ acres, and enjoy spending their days swimming in our
pond, playing fetch, going on bike rides,  and completing daily obedience exercises.  We feel that the
English type Golden Retriever has the optimal temperament and appearance for any responsible person
wanting to own a dog, whether for companionship, showing, agility, hunting, or just to be a member of the
family.   

We are members of the Golden Retriever Club of America, and believe in, and follow their code of ethics.  
Our dogs are selectively paired to bring out the best in the standard of the breed in conformation and
temperament.  We are interested in continuing, and bettering the breed, and helping others experience their
truly wonderful qualities.  

All puppies are born and raised in our home until at least seven weeks of age.  Generally, puppies are to be
mostly paper, and crate trained when they are placed with their new homes.  We are big advocates of proper
socialization between litter mates and people, as well as with the outdoors.  We have few litters a year in
order to properly balance our attention in all areas, so being on a waiting list for a litter is your best way to
ensure you get the dog you want.



"In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try to train him to be semi-human.  The point of it is to
open oneself to the possiblity of becoming partly a dog."        -Edward Haagland
Bradley in flight