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Origins of our Kennel Name

10 Dec 2 Comments timbearden Random

Breeders often find unique and creative ways to name their kennels. Some have more thought put in them, and others not so much. Believe it or not, we actually spent time figuring out our kennel name. I know it appears simple, but a lot went into it. Most people are

Dogs and a Cat

7 Dec No Comments timbearden Random

I haven’t often mentioned our cat Echo. So today I thought I would mention her a little. She’s our short haired calico. Echo has been with us for around 8 years. She has always been a little shy, especially of humans, and keeps to herself. Except at night when she

When to Neuter or Spay Your Golden Retriever

23 Nov 17 Comments timbearden Breeder Education, Puppy Education

One of the questions I’m always asked is when to have your golden retriever neutered or spayed. For so long, in the breeder community and beyond, the answer was as soon as possible. Mostly this answer stems from shelters trying to prevent overpopulation and euthanization. Recent studies suggest a different

Allergies To Dogs

2 Nov No Comments timbearden Puppy Education

Growing up my dad had cats. At one time he had 6 cats. All through high school I remember having a runny nose and itchy eyes. Everyone thought I just got sick easily. When I went to college I didn’t go to my dads home as often. I also didn’t

Golden Retrievers on Halloween

31 Oct No Comments timbearden Random

Today was a really long and eventful day. Not only was it Halloween, but we also went to Forest Falls. Forest Falls is in San Bernardino County National Forest. It’s not too far from where we live. We had some time to get away for a bit, so we decided

A Visit From Baylee

30 Oct 1 Comment timbearden Random

Today we had a visit from Baylee. For those who follow our blog, Baylee is Miss Red. She ended up being the smallest of our last English cream litter. Her family contacted us to set up a play date with her mother Tina, and aunt Alice. This was not a

Happy Birthday Tina

28 Oct 1 Comment timbearden Random

Today is Tina’s birthday. Yesterday we decided to celebrate with a small party. We spoiled our k9 pack members with decorations, dog bones, treats, and a dog friendly cake. They didn’t get to eat their treats all at once though of course. That would cause too much of an upset

Kennel Club of Riverside Dog Show

25 Oct 2 Comments timbearden Random

This weekend Jolene, Johanna and myself attended the Kennel Club of Riverside Dog Show that took place at the Lake Perris State Recreation Area. This time we visited as a spectator. Our four footed friends stayed home. I went to watch and cheer on the golden retrievers and see some

Golden Retriever Snow Nose

12 Oct No Comments timbearden Breeder Education, Puppy Education

Recently I had a puppy parent contact me about their puppy’s nose turning pink. So I thought I would write some information regarding “snow nose” or “winter nose”. This is something golden retrievers and many other breeds, like labrador retrievers, do experience. So what is snow nose? Snow nose occurs

Showing at IABCA Dog Show

4 Oct No Comments timbearden Random

So this weekend was a busy weekend. We decided to take Alice to her first dog show. Also with us was Alice’s father, Olaf. The show was hosted by IABCA in Ontario California. This event was the 2015 Southland Autumn Sieger. Alice competed in the 6-9 Junior Puppy golden retriever

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