Our Story:
What Makes Us Who We Are
Words from Jackie:
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always had a dog or two. I cannot imagine a day starting off without a slobbery kiss, or ending my night without a dog curled up at my feet... Can you?
It all started with an English Springer Spaniel named Molly. Molly was full of energy, love & drive. I taught her all kinds of tricks & commands (though I was only 13). However, Molly was the real teacher. She taught me love, compassion, patience, trust & loyalty. Traits that I have carried with me every step of my career. Of course, as they all do- Molly left me way too soon, but my need for a best friend was strong.
It took me a few years to fill the void but, a solid black German Shepherd named Dakota welcomed himself into my life. Along with Dakota, I started my family. I had my first daughter, Jessica, my goodness did Dakota LOVE her. He was our protector, our watchdog. Dakota taught me skills that I use in my everyday life. Drive, alertness, independence, hard work; the list could go on.
A few years later I welcomed my second daughter into the world, Jennifer. Dakota had passed on, and I was on the hunt for a family dog. Well as you all know, the ALL AMERICAN Golden Retriever is at the top of that list. I searched high & low for the perfect fit... and boy did I find it- But not only did I buy one, I bought two!! Copper & Lady, who started it all!
Puppies were always a dream of mine when I was a little girl, & I was going to make sure that my daughters had the opportunity to experience bringing life into the world. So with that being said Copper & Lady had their first litter of puppies. Looking back I do not know how we didn't keep them all. When it was time for the puppies to go home tears fell; happy & sad tears- but seeing the Smile on the new families faces was something I knew I wanted to see again.... and boy have I seen some amazing grins, cried some of the happiest tears & made some great friendships.
After our two love birds, Copper & Lady had passed, other Golden Retrievers came into our lives to fill the void. But it wasn't until I brought home a Standard Poodle Miss Layla and countless conversations with several Veterinarians that I decided to raise Doodles, a hybrid that created a healthy, adorable dog that lived longer and didn't shed as much as the parent breed. The rest is history. I'm leaving so much out, so many dogs, so many events, so many blessings. They all touch your heart in such a special way. Being able to share my love, my passion, my pedigree with each and everyone of you has absolutely been the biggest blessing a dog crazy girl could ever imagine.
THANK YOU ALL!
-Jackie Vernon