ABOUT ME ...
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MOA'S GOLDENS...
Being married for 32 years and staying at home raising our 5 children has been a truly rewarding experience over time. --well, mostly anyway!! Now that the kids are on their own or away at college, I find owning and raising Golden Retrievers to be just an extension of that which I have already known and loved...
I presently enjoy having 4 goldens living here with me and my family. Breeding for about 13 years now, I breed 1 to 3 litters a year. My dogs are not kept in a kennel environment nor left outside, but are members of our family. When a litter is due to be born, my husband brings out the custom designed whelping box he made for the puppies. My living room is transformed into a nursary for the next 2 months where they are watched 24 hours a day for the first 3 weeks. This room also becomes my quarters until they leave so they can receive night care and cleanup (Somebody has to do it...) This central location allows them to experience family life to the fullest, so when their big day comes, they will have a good start accepting new people and situations.
I take my role as a breeder very seriously to keep the puppies healthy, happy, and safe. Each pup is individually handled every day from day one as part of their socialization process.
Although health and temperament are my primary goals for a family pet, I also choose males with features that compliment the female for attractive golden puppies/dogs and with
an impressive pedigree.
My dogs and litters are registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC). I am also a member of the Golden Retriever Club of America (GRCA) and follow its guidelines as to the recommended health clearances for the breed. I enjoy the sport of Agility and Rally O with my dogs. They also go on Therapy visits to a group home.
Michelle
NOW ABOUT MY DOGS... Click on paws
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