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I invite you on a tour of my web site which is an ‘on-line’ representation of my kennel, EMANUEL HOMESTEAD GOLDENS. As a Private Breeder these past 30 years, I exclusively raise, train and breed AKC Golden Retriever Pups on our 7 1/2 acre country homestead in scenic Woodstock in Northeast Connecticut.My kennel has grown to include, 4 breeding sires and 13 breeding dams, all with Champion backgrounds, that I am actively breeding at this time. Due to the increasing interest & attractiveness of the Special 'Gentile' Temperament, White/Cream Coloring & Strong Stature of a type of Retriever, known as a “NORDIC” Golden Retriever, I am selectively developing my own line of Emanuel Homestead Goldens that feature these specific NORDIC characteristics & traits. (Refer to Bloodlines & Championships for more information.) I continue to raise my beautiful sweet 'traditional' American Standard Golden Retrievers, with color ranging from Light Gold - Honey Gold & Deep Amber!!!! My American Standard Golden Pups have solid bodies with broad heads.
All my pups are family raised & born in my "Birthing Center" in our home. At 3-4 weeks of age I move them into my "Puppy Nursery" where they and their mothers continue to be in constant contact and care by our family, yet have more room to romp & play! My special attentiveness & methodology of raising my pups & caring for all of my Goldens results in the mellow and sweet temperament that my kennel's reputation has been built upon.
While I have tried to maintain traditional AKC Golden Retriever characteristics of quality and consistent conformation, I am most concerned with the health & temperament of all of my dogs and their pups. This is so important to me because the majority of my pups are placed with &/or exposed to children & also elderly folks. I wish for my dogs to be a joy and a blessing to a family - not a source of concern or fear.
I have been pleased to remain in contact with many happy owners of my Goldens over the years and my dog’s health is excellent & their temperament has remained consistently gentle & endearing. I have many clients return to add a second & or third Golden to their family!
My primary goal in carefully selecting specific Goldens for Breeding & then for investing all the time & techniques I do in raising my puppies is first & foremost to concentrate on all I can do to develop & enhance the unique "TEMPERAMENT" I desire in all my Goldens. I work to lay the foundation for a loving, sweet, well-mannered Golden, that will be a joy to all who come to know him/her, both now & in the future!
I am not raising my Goldens for breeders, or for folks who are or might be interested in breeding now or in the future. I am raising my Goldens for individuals & families who are seeking to have one (or more) of my delightful Goldens for a companion & 'member of their family,' as a 'friend' & possibly to share him or her with others through Therapy Programs & Ministries!
Although I have not chosen to have my dogs participate in shows, obedience, agility or field trial competitions, I offer AKC pups that have the characteristics, capabilities & versatility that make them more than attractive, capable and suitable to excel in these & other enjoyable activities. My Goldens also have the keen skills, stamina & training reception to become a choice hunting companion.
Read on & enjoy the various photos & extensive information contained on my Web Site.
Please contact me for my Introductory Information Email & to better understand how to Reserve Your Own Emanuel Homestead Golden!!! If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me. (Email is the most efficient contat method - as I spend so much time with my Goldens & my family - that I answer inquiries at odd times throughout the early morning, day & late at night!!) .
Emanuel Homestead Goldens, LLC
Chris J. Durning, Breeder
289 Barlow Cemetery Rd.
Woodstock, CT 06281
860-974-2893
Fax: 860-974-1014
emanuelhomesteadgoldens@yahoo.com
Visits are scheduled by appointment - I look forward to getting to know you & introduce myself & my incredible Emanuel Homestead Goldens to you!
If you have any questions or comments about our website, Please let us know at webmaster@emanuelhomesteadgoldens.com.
Thank You!