Wendie of Port Perry, ON  had these kind words to say

Hi Debbie.

As you know Max has just turned 5 months old.  He has just passed his
Beginner Training Class with flying colours.  The trainers were very
impressed with his progress.  

We have had many complements from non-dog owners and dog owners
regarding his look, calm demeanor and good behaviour..  I always mention
you, and the fact that you began his training even before we adopted
him.  We would like to thank you for giving Max such a great start in
your home.  It makes a huge difference adopting a puppy from someone
that truly loves them.

He has been a wonderful addition to our family...the boys call him their
brother.

Wendie, Glen and the boys.

Anne shares these stories with us after a few months of being home with Wesley and Vada

Wes and Vada are thriving and growing so quickly we can hardly believe our
eyes.    Both puppies are wonderful walkers and are very polite when
 approached by other people.  It's so cute.  They just sit and wait to be
 petted.

 Vada is incredibly affectionate and will flop down to have her tummy 
rubbed at every opportunity.  She is also turning into a true 'retriever' and 
will chase a ball whenever you throw it and bring it back to you 'most' times.
 Wes loves his toys and never tires of trying to find out where the darn
 squeaker is inside them.  He is also a good climber and if given the chance
will get up on the coffee table or the picnic table and just sit there  proud as

punch until we make him get down.  They have learned sit and down and we are working on OFF, but these guys 
are so exhuberant and just bursting with energy, this one is taking a little more time.  It's coming though.

 Most people initially thought we were crazy to get two puppies at once,  but for us, this has just worked out so well, we

could not be happier.  Vada  and Wes are great company for one another and use up a lot of that 'puppy
 energy' on each other when they play.  We love them so much and Eli and I often speak of what a wonderful job you

did with them during the first 8
 weeks.

 Take care,

 Anne

Joanna had this story to share after taking Zoey (aka Samantha) home to live with her in Peterborough ON.

 Hi Debbie and Joe: I just wanted to add my comments to those of all the other happy puppy owners. Zoey is a real delight and great companion. When we got her at almost 4 months of age, I thought she was so well trained because Debbie had all that extra time to work with her (which I'm sure is still true). However, after reading all the other comments, I realize all Kawarthagold puppies are special. From the very first day, when she lay quietly on the floor while I got her dinner, to the day I got brave enough to trim her nails and she lay as still as a mouse, she continually amazes us, and all who meet her, with her calmness, sweet temperment and good behaviour. She loves her toys and is really good at amusing herself and has never touched anything that's not hers (even though we leave lots of shoes and other things lying around. She goes happily in her crate when necessary in the daytime and sleeps quietly on her bed in our room at night only getting up when she hears the radio come on in the morning when she knows she can hop into bed for a short snuggle before we get up and go for our walk. Thanks for such a loving and lovable little dog.   Joanna

Karin and Ken from Whitby ON. had these kind words to say...

Debbie and Joe have the most personal service I have encountered when dealing with any breeder. They sent us a large number of pictures of the dogs in their early lives for our picture archives, something we had never had before. We were really impressed with their facility and the great care they have for their own dogs. They are extremely well organized and answered all of our questions. They truly made it an enjoyable process for us. Thanks Debbie and Joe

Aimee  had this story to share about Cappi's ride home and her new start with her new family....

Hi Debbie,

Our  drive home was uneventful and as you said it was a bonding moment. She
was  so  cute.  She was on my lad had her right paw touching Greg's arm and
then was looking in the back seat at the kids. She is perfect. She loves to
be  with  us and if we leave the room she will come with us. That of course
is  unless she is sleeping and then she doesn't even respond. She loves her
crate.  Today  she  went in to there to sleep when she wanted away from the
kids. People have come over to meet her and can't believe how beautiful and
good she is all the time. She listens so well - better then some adult dogs
we  know.  She  fit  in right from the start. She ate her dinner last night
with out a problem. It's like she has been here forever. When she has to go
to  the washroom she goes to the patio door and whimpers. She loves all her
toys  and  has such a love for life. Couldn't ask for a better puppy and we
thank her first parents because you have done a wonderful job.

Thank you
Aimee, Greg, Cameron and Caelan

One week home...and this is what Susan and Tamar had to say about their newest golden family member...Bogey

Susan and Tamar Bresler: What a wonderfully bred puppy our Bogey is! One week at home and all settled in. This our fourth golden retriever and I have never been so impressed with a breeder and the quality of her litter. Thanks Debbie and Joe.

Kelly Grier of Toronto sent in a wonderful referral,  that I wanted to share with you.  It makes it all worth while when such kind words are said for something we take for granted.  Our love for our "Golden Family" is not a job,  it is a life long commitment to our family....

Just wanted to be a part of sharing our upcoming puppy story with any potential buyers of a Kawartha Golden puppy.

Our family went up to meet Debbie and Joe, as well as Katie, MacDuff, Sophie and a few of the remaining puppies waiting to be picked up from the previous litter. My daugher and I were greeted at the gate by the Kawartha Golden welcoming team! The dogs were so great and followed our truck up to the house in procession. From the moment we got out of the truck the dogs were so friendly and gracious to us and I knew we had found a very special place. While we stood by the ponds chatting with Debbie and Joe about the dogs, we had the pleasure of watching what fantastic swimmers they all were and how much fun these dogs were having!!! Katie was still quite early on in her pregnancy, but boy can she swim!!! MacDuff in his leisurely laid back way mostly looked on from the side lines and really just wanted to put his big red head in our laps and be petted! (Even one of the puppies tried to get into the pond; and did so successfuly as Grampa Joe cautiously looked on)!

My daughter and I got to play with the puppies that remained, and we were amazed how calm and well adjusted they were at 8 weeks! All Debbie had to do was clap her hands and call to them and they came scurrying out of the bush like furry little soldiers. Our family anxiously awaits our new baby from them at the end of September,but all I can say is "WE WERE SOLD AT THE GATE" Debbie and Joe's knowledge and love for their dogs is truly wonderful!!!!

Grier Family
Toronto

This is a recent referral,  greatly appreciated,  from a family whose search ended with one of Katie and MacDuff's offspring,  Brianna and Beverly will be taking home their newest family member the end of September.

Debbie,
I truly do hope that my message helps people choose Kawarthagold as I think you are a great Golden breeder. Before finding your site I looked at a great deal of breeders websites. None of them seemed to show the same love for their animals that you do. Most, not all, would have a description of each dog, however other then their show status and their looks they had very little else. They also never seem to acknowledge the fact that their dogs like all other dogs have faults. In your website you talk about each dogs personality which, if you are looking for a companion like I am, is the truly important thing. You also don't say that your dogs our perfect which we all know wouldn't be true of any dog. This is a good thing because the people coming to you are looking for a good family dog not a show dog, and you telling us that MacDuff likes to chew on slippers will help us by telling us where there might be a problem so we can fix it. You also have been great with giving us lots of information that will be essential in he future with our beautiful pup. Even after having been put on the waiting list I continued to look at websites to compare and I can tell you I closed each one with a huge smile on my face knowing we had been right to choose you. From the first time we met you we had the feeling that you really were not going to be the type who would say here's your puppy good luck and never talk to us again. So I hope that my message help others make the same god choice.

Brianna & Beverley Driscoll

Just had our first long weekend at a friend's cottage with 15 week old Kelly - she settled into cottage life perfectly!!

She chased frogs, swam with the minnows, and slept on the boat the majority of the weekend. Everyone was impressed with how calm she is and how well behaved she was around the busy children and all the new people. She was an absolute star!

I can't rave enough about her temperament - she is calm around both strangers and friends, other dogs and loves to snuggle up under my desk while I work. The start you gave her at KawarthaGold deserves all of the credit, and it doesn't hurt that she is the cutest pup ever.

Thank you! And will send over a few pictures to you once uploaded.

Congratulations on Katie’s new pups! I am sure Kelly’s cousins will be just as fantastic!

Before I met Debbie and Joe ( KawarthaGold ), I visited two other breeders and selected Kawarthagold because, in my opinion, they are the best breeders I have come across. Since the first time I met them, I was not disappointed because they not only educated me about golden retrievers but also kept me informed about the progress ( with emails and photos ) of my puppy from birth until the time I got him ( 8 weeks later ). I am now a happy and proud owner of my healthy puppy “ Chale “ and cannot express the joy he has brought into our home. Debbie has been very helpful from day one and even did some basic training which was a tremendous help. I highly recommend KawarthaGold if you are considering adopting a genuine golden retriever. I also recommend paying them a visit and I can guarantee you will really be impressed with the owners of Katie, Sophie and McDuff. They are all so lovable and lively and I would not consider going anywhere else for a golden retriever puppy

Just want to say a big THANKS! to Debbie & Joe for  our little Golden Josh. You have been so helpful to Jason & I through the entire adoption process. Your website was a great help to us in preparing for our pup's arrival and getting weekly photos of our little guy was such a treat! We also really appreciate the time you spent with us when we came to pick up Josh, answering all our questions. He is adjusting really well to his new home - thanks again!! This is definitely the place to go if you are looking for a Golden of your own. 

Debbie & Joe -- Our newest addition "Harlee" is the most wonderful addition to our family. After losing our Golden of 12 years, our hearts grieved for the companionship and love only a golden could give. And our "Harlee Girl" has done that in so many more ways than we expected -- she has truly made our family whole again -- Thank you!
The Reardon Family, Ft. Drum, NY

LAURIE SINGS THE PRAISES OVER HER 'BAILEY'S CREME DELIGHT'

Debbie & Joe:   We  just wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the new ddition to our new family - Bailey. You have not only provided us with our adorable Golden, but with the peace of mind that she was raised well and loved by you and your family, until she could become part of ours. You were always there to answer any questions, send photos of Bailey and the rest of the puppies (and Sophie and Katie of course!), and welcome us into your home at any time to see her. Your website is amazing and special, just as you both are. We would recommend you to anyone looking to fill their lives with the joy only a Golden can bring.