“Dogs are miracles with paws”  ~ Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy

 

"Twenty Years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than the ones that you did do.  So throw off the bowlines, Sail Away from the Safe Harbor, Catch the Tradewinds in your Sails.

Explore ~ Dream ~ Discover"

~Mark Twain

 

About Us

        Thank you for taking the time to visit All-Star Golden Retrievers.    The Lord has blessed me with a  warm, loving home filled with the laughter of children and the loving companionship of our Golden Retrievers, who are also family members.

A Big thank you goes out to my family and dear friend/sister, Suzi Houtz, for helping with the dogs and whelping the puppies during my recent time of illness. 

     All-Star Golden Retrievers  specializes in breeding the ultimate family dogs,    especially with children.  Between foster children, adopted children, my own children, nieces, nephews and neighbors,  the puppies are born into a world where they do not know anything other than being cuddled in the arms of a child on a daily basis.  The children assist in the puppy rearing from birth until the time they leave for their new homes.      

The first 12 weeks of life are the most important in the life of a dog, as the first weeks of imprinting will prepare them for life.  If a puppy is kennel raised, they are not allowed to experience “life” and without proper socializing, each new thing traumatizes them.  Our puppies are handled by children, are familiar with the noises of the vacuum, going for car rides and playing outside.   By imprinting and socializing the puppies, they are very confident in themselves and their surroundings.    Several of our puppies have gone on to be wonderful show dogs and are very confident in the show ring.   

Our goldens are often used when working with children who have been bitten or are fearful of dogs. Their mellow disposition and funny antics wins the hearts of everyone. Our dogs are also used in nursing homes and with grief counseling.

All of our puppies inherit their parents mellow, intelligent disposition and have a natural love for children. Our puppies come with a two year health guarantee against genetic diseases that affect the eyes, heart hips and elbows.  Your puppy will come with it's first series of shots, wormed and vet-checked. We have pet and some show quality puppies.   ALL of our goldens are sold on a limited registration with AKC.   We not only breed our wonderful Goldens, but they are also considered family members. They participate in all our family outings and love to swim in the lake, pool and go on hiking adventures.  Before breeding, all of our dogs undergo all certification, OFA hip/elbows, CERF certified and heart clearances.

We specialize in the All-American Goldens and quality English Cream Goldens. We have researched our lines extensively to ensure only quality puppies are produced. We are active in producing family dogs, as well as show dogs.

 

Sincerely,

      Star

 

 

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A few more things of Interest About US

Meet Our Horses

We own two horses, Sandy and Sonny....well, now 3 (Santa brought a Buckskin Quarter Pony named Teddy).  I grew up Barrel Racing and Polebending on Sandy (left).  She is now 27 years old and retired.   Sonny (right) is her last baby and as you can tell, she is a handful.  The dogs love going to the barn and running with the horses.

 

This summer, August, we put to sleep our beloved "Sandy" at the age of 28.  

You are no longer in pain my dear friend, but galloping through heavenly fields.  Rest in peace.

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Our Past Wolves

 

I had two wolves when I was young.  I rescued "Blues", who was an Arctic Timber Wolf, (left) from a 10 x 10 pen in the city where he had been for 10 years.  Later, I obtained "wolfer" (right) who was a McKenzie Valley Timber wolf.   The wolves have brought much joy and enrichment to my life.  I will always have a passion for these amazing animals.

If you have a passion for Wolves, I would recommend purchasing the books and/or DVD from Jim and Jamie Dutcher.  I had the opportunity to interview the Dutchers and their work with the wolves is a huge contribution to the wolves. 

This is one of my favorite photos of Jim Dutcher and his Alpha Wolf, Kamots.

You can visit their website by clicking:    Living With Wolves

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Did you know we have wild horses in Missouri?

 

I had the pleasure this past year of finding the band of wild horses in the fields in Emminence, Mo.  The kids and I crept out into the field at 4 a.m. and sat and waited.   We could hear their thundering hooves running the creek.  As day broke, we were in awe with what we saw.  I had my video camera and digital ready.  It took me 4 hours of creeping on my knees to get this close to the wild mare and her newborn, but what an experience.  It is one we will never forget.

 

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We Love Helping Others!

Every year we (and the dogs) participate in our annual Easter Pageant at First Baptist Church in Arnold, MO.  June of 2008 we were able to travel with our church to the Mountains in Mexico and perform our Easter Pageant to the local villages.  We performed in the middle of the bull fighting arena.  The girls and I had a wonderful time and the girls handled the travel and language barrier with ease.  It was amazing to see how the kids communicated better than the adults.  We have a passion for Mission work and cannot wait to travel to other parts of the world.  

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Whether we are playing on the beach, catching minnows or bass at the lake, riding the horses or just hanging out in the pool or at the park....we love being OUTSIDE!  The dogs are always with us on our adventures and enjoy the float trips or lazy days at the lake as much as we do!

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We believe in Education!

Well, it took me until I turned 40, but I finally graduated from Lindenwood University with my Bachelor's Degree.  I am now working on my Master's Degree in Creative Writing.  

Don't ever think you are too old to go back to school, follow your dreams and achieve those goals!  You can make a difference in this world. 

 

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