We are a small kennel situated in the beautiful countryside of East Sussex.Our dogs live with us in the home and enjoy a wonderful life with walks on the beach at nearby Eastbourne,where rounding up seagulls is a favourite activity with the Border Collies,and in Friston Forest.
I have been involved with dogs all my life but the arrival of Megan(Fernhaven Double Delight at Bartok ) started my passion for Border Collies .My interest in Golden Retrievers developed soon after and we are fortunate to have now 6 beautiful collies and 3 Goldens.
The health and welfare of our dogs is paramount and each one is given as much individual attention as possible.And it is possible for dogs to be special and cherished when kept in large(ish) numbers.They all have pet passports and have enjoyed holidays in France and Hungary.
My attitude towards breeding dogs is simple.It should not be undertaken without consideration for the welfare of the bitch nor without regard for health of the breed. I am very committed to health screening and my Collies are all hip scored and eyetested and DNA tested for CEA/CH,CL, and TNS.I also eye test the puppies before they go to their new homes.
My Golden Retrievers are hip and elbow scored and eye tested. .I keep up to date on all breed issues and will participate in new DNA tests as they are developed
All my dogs enjoy ball games and other activities.I hope to start an agility club on our land in the near future.Up to date I have not participated in any competitive activity with them. |