My association with this breed began in 1988 when I was given the opportunity to train
and show them for Bramblehill Labrador Retrievers. This experience was invaluable
and through it I met the friends that I cherish today.

The first dog registered with my kennel name was
Ch U-CD Blackthorn Touch O'Duckndogs CDX WC Am CD CGC, also known as Midas.
He taught me so much and I miss him terribly since he went to the Rainbow Bridge in 2005.

The past years have seen Duckndogs travelling from coast to coast showing
in 14 National Specialties (CKC and AKC) and completing countless
Canadian and American titles showing proof of both beauty and brains.

The time spent with friends and mentors has been wonderful.
It has shaped my philosophies and has assured me that my ideals have not changed.
I still believe that you can breed a Labrador that looks like a Lab,
has the temperament people expect of a Lab and
with an equal focus on producing healthy companions.