Bella is 50 some pounds of pure love and you can see her soul right through her eyes. From the pictures that I have
seen of Lilly they look like almost clones of each other- what do you think?? Speaking of Lilly her puppies are
absolutely adorable.
Laura, we couldn't be happier. She is such a good dog- very gentle and easy going. The only thing is that she has
been very afraid of noises and when things would fall- but she is doing much better in that area now and becoming
more confident in herself.
She is very laid back for a
puppy, and perfect for our
family!!
Happy New Year!!
Love,
Susie
1/2010
seen of Lilly they look like almost clones of each other- what do you think?? Speaking of Lilly her puppies are
absolutely adorable.
Laura, we couldn't be happier. She is such a good dog- very gentle and easy going. The only thing is that she has
been very afraid of noises and when things would fall- but she is doing much better in that area now and becoming
more confident in herself.
She is very laid back for a
puppy, and perfect for our
family!!
Happy New Year!!
Love,
Susie
1/2010
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Zuri is 1! We are so happy to have her in our family. She has been great. Zuri graduated from a outside
with the kids and has been in the pool once or twice last August. Her favorite thing to do is run. There is
no doubt about that. Our whole family loves her.
Rise' 5/09
with the kids and has been in the pool once or twice last August. Her favorite thing to do is run. There is
no doubt about that. Our whole family loves her.
Rise' 5/09
Thought you might like to see pictures from Brody's first birthday party on May 22nd. He is a wonderful
dog-so good with our grandchildren. He still has his moments-likes to unmake the beds & take the toss pillows
but has given us lots of laughs. Our favorite is when he was younger & biting us..nothing would stop him so
we tried tapping him on the nose. He would take his paw & hit us back. Another is that he ate his diploma
from Obedience school, five minutes after he got it. He took the beard off Santa Claus at Pet Smart and ate my
copy of the book Marley. Even our vet said the he is so "impressed with this dog."
I know the Invisible fence we had put in and lots of Obedience classes helped but I really feel it is his genetics
that have made him the BEST dog we have ever had. We are so glad we have him!!!!
Ginny
5/09
dog-so good with our grandchildren. He still has his moments-likes to unmake the beds & take the toss pillows
but has given us lots of laughs. Our favorite is when he was younger & biting us..nothing would stop him so
we tried tapping him on the nose. He would take his paw & hit us back. Another is that he ate his diploma
from Obedience school, five minutes after he got it. He took the beard off Santa Claus at Pet Smart and ate my
copy of the book Marley. Even our vet said the he is so "impressed with this dog."
I know the Invisible fence we had put in and lots of Obedience classes helped but I really feel it is his genetics
that have made him the BEST dog we have ever had. We are so glad we have him!!!!
Ginny
5/09
Hi Laura and Mark!
Just wanted to send you some photos and let you know how Bailey is doing...He seems to have adjusted very well, and is
the talk of the neighborhood. He's a very bright and loving puppy. He can already "sit" and walk with his leash. We put him
in his crate at around 11pm, and he sleeps until about 6:30, with no accidents. He does take a lot of naps, which is good
for us, as then we get a break. He's so cute, he doesn't seem real! We hope you enjoy these pictures..one includes our
neighbor's black lab, Porter, who is his new best friend. We'll send you more pictures as time goes on.
P.S. We took Bailey to the vet, who was very impressed and thought he was a beautiful puppy. He's also 17 pounds!!
Diane and Chuck
June 2010
Just wanted to send you some photos and let you know how Bailey is doing...He seems to have adjusted very well, and is
the talk of the neighborhood. He's a very bright and loving puppy. He can already "sit" and walk with his leash. We put him
in his crate at around 11pm, and he sleeps until about 6:30, with no accidents. He does take a lot of naps, which is good
for us, as then we get a break. He's so cute, he doesn't seem real! We hope you enjoy these pictures..one includes our
neighbor's black lab, Porter, who is his new best friend. We'll send you more pictures as time goes on.
P.S. We took Bailey to the vet, who was very impressed and thought he was a beautiful puppy. He's also 17 pounds!!
Diane and Chuck
June 2010
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed Mishka's story. She is a very beautiful girl!
Our wonderful girl Tiguak "Tiggie" is the most wonderful girl! Tiggie and her big sister, Gracie are inseparable. They
are just like kids, stealing toys, fighting and pulling on each other's ears, then laying side by side exhaused from their
day of adventure. We are eternally grateful for our puppy from your family.
Joan /2010
Dear Laura,
I just want you to know that Snuggles is a complete joy to have. She loves to retrieve. She would play
fetch till she drops. She is so loving and sweet. She picked up obedience skills well although because we
admittedly baby her, she sometimes thinks she is the exception to the canine rules around the house. She
is like a perpetual puppy. We just love her to pieces. We couldn't have obtained a better dog.
Your breeding skills hit the mark with this dog.
God bless you, Jan 2010
I just want you to know that Snuggles is a complete joy to have. She loves to retrieve. She would play
fetch till she drops. She is so loving and sweet. She picked up obedience skills well although because we
admittedly baby her, she sometimes thinks she is the exception to the canine rules around the house. She
is like a perpetual puppy. We just love her to pieces. We couldn't have obtained a better dog.
Your breeding skills hit the mark with this dog.
God bless you, Jan 2010
Hi Laura,
We just wanted you to know that the girls are doing great. They are sleeping in their crate peacefully now and are just
amazing.
We're shocked at how well behaved they are. They cried when we had them apart for a short time, to clean up, etc. But
they are doing great and we are so happy. We'll keep in touch and definitely will be sending more pictures.
Thank you again and please thank Mark. You guys have done a wonderful job.
-Brian and Megan
We just wanted you to know that the girls are doing great. They are sleeping in their crate peacefully now and are just
amazing.
We're shocked at how well behaved they are. They cried when we had them apart for a short time, to clean up, etc. But
they are doing great and we are so happy. We'll keep in touch and definitely will be sending more pictures.
Thank you again and please thank Mark. You guys have done a wonderful job.
-Brian and Megan
Hi Laura!
I know you have been losing sleep wondering what Kaya and Dayo are up to these days, so I thought I'd put you at ease
and fill you in on the latest! The girls are wonderful! They are getting so big and yet they are still very much puppies, I
know you have been losing sleep wondering what Kaya and Dayo are up to these days, so I thought I'd put you at ease
and a little more round (but not fat! we don't want to give her a complex). By the way, Dayo was "yellow" and Kaya was
"red" in case you needed a reminder.
The girls are going to be 6 months old on July 1st (your New Year's Day babies). They are due for "the operation" on
June 28th so the time is quickly approaching. They will hopefully be graduating their Puppy class this coming
Wednesday. We enrolled in an 8 week course at Pet Smart and it has been great. 5 puppies in all in the class and it is
a lot of work. The girls enjoy working and they pick up on everything quickly. They love playing outside, and at times we
can't get them to come in! They also love digging holes in the yard which is not my favorite thing. Any suggestions to
help stopping the digging? It's not AWEFUL, but it is a mess.
Dayo is still the "observer" and Kaya is the ring leader. They both take the lead at playtime, but Dayo is just fine being
on her own and watching everyone. Kaya, on the other hand.... she must be involved in everything! We just love them
sooooo much!
We speak very highly of Golden Journey and hope all is well back on the ranch. We follow along on occasion with your
litters. It looks like you've been busy! I'm attaching a few new pictures of the girls. Thank you again for everything. We
could not be happier. Best to all!
- Brian and Megan 2010
I know you have been losing sleep wondering what Kaya and Dayo are up to these days, so I thought I'd put you at ease
and fill you in on the latest! The girls are wonderful! They are getting so big and yet they are still very much puppies, I
know you have been losing sleep wondering what Kaya and Dayo are up to these days, so I thought I'd put you at ease
and a little more round (but not fat! we don't want to give her a complex). By the way, Dayo was "yellow" and Kaya was
"red" in case you needed a reminder.
The girls are going to be 6 months old on July 1st (your New Year's Day babies). They are due for "the operation" on
June 28th so the time is quickly approaching. They will hopefully be graduating their Puppy class this coming
Wednesday. We enrolled in an 8 week course at Pet Smart and it has been great. 5 puppies in all in the class and it is
a lot of work. The girls enjoy working and they pick up on everything quickly. They love playing outside, and at times we
can't get them to come in! They also love digging holes in the yard which is not my favorite thing. Any suggestions to
help stopping the digging? It's not AWEFUL, but it is a mess.
Dayo is still the "observer" and Kaya is the ring leader. They both take the lead at playtime, but Dayo is just fine being
on her own and watching everyone. Kaya, on the other hand.... she must be involved in everything! We just love them
sooooo much!
We speak very highly of Golden Journey and hope all is well back on the ranch. We follow along on occasion with your
litters. It looks like you've been busy! I'm attaching a few new pictures of the girls. Thank you again for everything. We
could not be happier. Best to all!
- Brian and Megan 2010
Hello Mark and Laura:
My wife Ruth and I purchased a puppy from you last August of Silas and Breezes' litter. He is now 9
months old, 80.5 pounds and approx 22 inches at the withers. He is a beautiful dog in every way. When
we purchased "Musso" you indicated that you board dogs. We have a need to board Musso for one night,
Saturday 3/27. We are looking to drop him off Saturday late morning and pick him up Sunday early
afternoon. We think for his first boarding
night your kennel would be perfect. Can
you please contact be asap so I can finalize
some arrangements?
We look forward in hearing from you!
Best regards,
Dennis /2010
My wife Ruth and I purchased a puppy from you last August of Silas and Breezes' litter. He is now 9
months old, 80.5 pounds and approx 22 inches at the withers. He is a beautiful dog in every way. When
we purchased "Musso" you indicated that you board dogs. We have a need to board Musso for one night,
Saturday 3/27. We are looking to drop him off Saturday late morning and pick him up Sunday early
afternoon. We think for his first boarding
night your kennel would be perfect. Can
you please contact be asap so I can finalize
some arrangements?
We look forward in hearing from you!
Best regards,
Dennis /2010
Hi Laura,
Thought I'd give you an update on Cooper. He has completed his basic training and he is now a "Canine Good
Citizen". He goes everywhere I go and is a perfect gentleman. He is also a canine blood donor and gives blood every
month. I guess there are 5 or 6 types of dog blood and his is A- which is the universal donor so they want him all
the time. He goes once a week to training so they can keep up on what he is doing and correct anything before it
gets bad but so far we have had no issues. He will carry a light weight bag for me out in public without distraction.
He retrieves my keys for me at home every time but looses a little focus out in public sometimes on
and has bragged on him like crazy. Cooper thinks I belong to him instead of the other way around. He is such a joy
to have around and is so devoted to me and
the family. I have to get a photo for his ID card
so when I find my camera charger so I can take
some good pictures I will send you a couple.
Thanks so much...
Robin & Cooper 3/10
Thought I'd give you an update on Cooper. He has completed his basic training and he is now a "Canine Good
Citizen". He goes everywhere I go and is a perfect gentleman. He is also a canine blood donor and gives blood every
month. I guess there are 5 or 6 types of dog blood and his is A- which is the universal donor so they want him all
the time. He goes once a week to training so they can keep up on what he is doing and correct anything before it
gets bad but so far we have had no issues. He will carry a light weight bag for me out in public without distraction.
He retrieves my keys for me at home every time but looses a little focus out in public sometimes on
and has bragged on him like crazy. Cooper thinks I belong to him instead of the other way around. He is such a joy
to have around and is so devoted to me and
the family. I have to get a photo for his ID card
so when I find my camera charger so I can take
some good pictures I will send you a couple.
Thanks so much...
Robin & Cooper 3/10
Hi Laura-
Thank you so much for the positive experience you gave us in long distance puppy adoption. We love the doggies but
we're getting a little tired of the steady stream of visitors (only human allowed at this time) that have been stopping
by to play with the babies. The first couple of nights Bruce and I didn't get to eat dinner until about 10:00..............
neighborhood party in the back yard. Just kidding, it's wonderful that the new puppies have been so well received by
our friends and family, it will be interesting to see if I end up giving your contact information to any of them.
I think we finally have names for the puppies. Saratoga (Bruce's plane is a Piper Saratoga) for the female and we call
her Sara. The male is currently named Harley, FKA; Sequoia, Miko and Bob Barker. He seems to respond to Harley
pretty well so maybe the name will stick.
Anyway- the puppies are wonderful, you did a fantastic job of selecting the right puppies for us and we are both
thankful we left it in your capable hands.
Take care and we'll give you updates from time to time.
Thanks again,
Becca and Bruce 2007
Thank you so much for the positive experience you gave us in long distance puppy adoption. We love the doggies but
we're getting a little tired of the steady stream of visitors (only human allowed at this time) that have been stopping
by to play with the babies. The first couple of nights Bruce and I didn't get to eat dinner until about 10:00..............
neighborhood party in the back yard. Just kidding, it's wonderful that the new puppies have been so well received by
our friends and family, it will be interesting to see if I end up giving your contact information to any of them.
I think we finally have names for the puppies. Saratoga (Bruce's plane is a Piper Saratoga) for the female and we call
her Sara. The male is currently named Harley, FKA; Sequoia, Miko and Bob Barker. He seems to respond to Harley
pretty well so maybe the name will stick.
Anyway- the puppies are wonderful, you did a fantastic job of selecting the right puppies for us and we are both
thankful we left it in your capable hands.
Take care and we'll give you updates from time to time.
Thanks again,
Becca and Bruce 2007
It's been so long since I've written you to let you know how Paisley has been these past six months!
Needless to say, for my husband and I, she has been the light of our lives and everything we could
have hoped for!! It seems so long since we anxiously awaited her flight into Palm Beach.
She is a very happy dog, very social and well-behaved. She graduated her "puppy class" on Dec. 6th
where she learned to sit, leave-it, drop-it, high five, etc. She has been amazing at potty-training since
the day we got her, with only a few accidents - none in the past 2 months at least!
I have a younger brother who is in a wheelchair 24/7, and we have discovered that she LOVES him
and gives him kisses every chance she gets. Every time he hears a dog bark now he starts laughing
because he thinks it's Paisley =)
She loves watching tv on the couch, playing in the leaves outside, and especially LOVES car rides!!
Who would have thought?? The same dog that you had to hold while you were trying to get her used t
o the car, now Paisley tries to jump in any time we open a car door!!
Anyway, we love her and thinks she resembles her daddy Rush. Just wanted to update you, and who
knows? Maybe someday we'll be coming to you for our second
golden retriever! Here are some pictures.
By the way she is now 60 pounds!!
Thanks again!
Rebecca 09
Hi Laura,
I thought I would just check in. Violet is one today. She is such a loving sweet girl. She is truly a member of the
family. We adore her. My daughter is turning 5 this week too. They are great friends. I attached a couple pictures
I took of them last week. Thank you so much!!! I noticed the new litter of golden labs - I've been encouraging
many families here to consider the breed. They really are the sweetest most loving dogs. What do you
recommend for chewers? I figured you would know the safest bone for our little girl better than anyone.
Happy New Year!
Beth 1/10
I thought I would just check in. Violet is one today. She is such a loving sweet girl. She is truly a member of the
family. We adore her. My daughter is turning 5 this week too. They are great friends. I attached a couple pictures
I took of them last week. Thank you so much!!! I noticed the new litter of golden labs - I've been encouraging
many families here to consider the breed. They really are the sweetest most loving dogs. What do you
recommend for chewers? I figured you would know the safest bone for our little girl better than anyone.
Happy New Year!
Beth 1/10
Laura and Mark -
Here is a photo of Indy with his little sister Kona. They get along well. Kona has definitely bonded with Indy where
as he is very bonded to me(sometimes he gets a little annoyed with her). Kona is doing well. She is into everything.
She likes to dig which gets her in trouble, and she likes to take any toy that is left out and destroy it. She loves to be
outside and she is growing well and she is in classes right now. She does learn fast, just wish she would stop the
digging and stuff. She is going in on Monday to get fixed.
Hope all is well!
Thanks again for the two wonderful additions to our family!!
Lisa and Family
12/09
Here is a photo of Indy with his little sister Kona. They get along well. Kona has definitely bonded with Indy where
as he is very bonded to me(sometimes he gets a little annoyed with her). Kona is doing well. She is into everything.
She likes to dig which gets her in trouble, and she likes to take any toy that is left out and destroy it. She loves to be
outside and she is growing well and she is in classes right now. She does learn fast, just wish she would stop the
digging and stuff. She is going in on Monday to get fixed.
Hope all is well!
Thanks again for the two wonderful additions to our family!!
Lisa and Family
12/09
Hi Laura,
I hope you and Mark are doing well! We were lucky enough to get Franklin from you November 1st 2008 and
September 4th and his parents are Rosa and Micah. He has such a great temperament! He's so playful and
full of energy, yet he's very gentle and great around children. He sleeps with us every night and loves to
cuddle. He's everything we were looking for and we could not ask for a better addition to our family. Thank I
want to tell you what an amazing dog we have and how much we appreciate him. He just turned a year old you
very much for everything you do! We absolutely adore Franklin and truly appreciate the wonderful gift you
have given us. We are currently still living in the city but
will probably move to the suburbs soon and will be contacting
you for a brother for Franklin :)
I've attached a picture of Franklin relaxing in his favorite place.
Kind regards,
Katie & Nick 9/09
I hope you and Mark are doing well! We were lucky enough to get Franklin from you November 1st 2008 and
September 4th and his parents are Rosa and Micah. He has such a great temperament! He's so playful and
full of energy, yet he's very gentle and great around children. He sleeps with us every night and loves to
cuddle. He's everything we were looking for and we could not ask for a better addition to our family. Thank I
want to tell you what an amazing dog we have and how much we appreciate him. He just turned a year old you
very much for everything you do! We absolutely adore Franklin and truly appreciate the wonderful gift you
have given us. We are currently still living in the city but
will probably move to the suburbs soon and will be contacting
you for a brother for Franklin :)
I've attached a picture of Franklin relaxing in his favorite place.
Kind regards,
Katie & Nick 9/09
Laura,
I have been meaning to email you about Kacy. She is truly the best dog we have ever had. She is
amazing!!! She is with us all the time and loves the kids, loves the hikes, and walks, vacations,
swimming....
Thank you for giving us such a lovely pup. I will attach some recent
photos. I have another photo of her in a doggie life preserver that
I will send in another email.
She is now 10 months.....
Donna 2009
I have been meaning to email you about Kacy. She is truly the best dog we have ever had. She is
amazing!!! She is with us all the time and loves the kids, loves the hikes, and walks, vacations,
swimming....
Thank you for giving us such a lovely pup. I will attach some recent
photos. I have another photo of her in a doggie life preserver that
I will send in another email.
She is now 10 months.....
Donna 2009
Hi Laura,
I have been meaning to send you a note forever! We just love our puppy! His name is Captain. We cannot
believe how smart he is -- literally he was house broken in two days. We have not had ten accidents in the
house. Truly amazing. He is so anxious to please........what a wonderful little guy!
Thank you for working with us. I wish I could buy ten more from you. Lucky us for finding you and him.
Sue 2008
I have been meaning to send you a note forever! We just love our puppy! His name is Captain. We cannot
believe how smart he is -- literally he was house broken in two days. We have not had ten accidents in the
house. Truly amazing. He is so anxious to please........what a wonderful little guy!
Thank you for working with us. I wish I could buy ten more from you. Lucky us for finding you and him.
Sue 2008
Hi Laura,
Cali will be 9 mos old on Friday. She is quite the character and I am very pleased with her. She is smart, curious and has
a sense of humor, as in photo #1 when she chewed up 50 ft. of garden hose.
She has completed two obedience courses and did great. She is just finishing AKC Good Citizen class but I won't is an
immediate failure. She is still very young for the test. But she does all the other tests like meeting other dogs very well.
She is also advancing in AKC Tracking Class. The little skamp watched Cody track and seemed to get the idea with
ease. We place wallets, gloves and pieces of leather on the track for the dogs to stop and identify
as a "find"./ It is difficult to train for, but Cali is a natural. She stops,
looks back at me and then lies down with the article between her front
paws. She also has a tendency if the finds are a little far apart, to stop
and identify a rock or stick!!!! Still a puppy wanting so much to please
me. Encouraging is the fact that she will follow a dry track i.e. no bait
on the trail, much better than Cody.
Anyway thought you might like to know how one of your girls is doing.
George 6/2008
Cali will be 9 mos old on Friday. She is quite the character and I am very pleased with her. She is smart, curious and has
a sense of humor, as in photo #1 when she chewed up 50 ft. of garden hose.
She has completed two obedience courses and did great. She is just finishing AKC Good Citizen class but I won't is an
immediate failure. She is still very young for the test. But she does all the other tests like meeting other dogs very well.
She is also advancing in AKC Tracking Class. The little skamp watched Cody track and seemed to get the idea with
ease. We place wallets, gloves and pieces of leather on the track for the dogs to stop and identify
as a "find"./ It is difficult to train for, but Cali is a natural. She stops,
looks back at me and then lies down with the article between her front
paws. She also has a tendency if the finds are a little far apart, to stop
and identify a rock or stick!!!! Still a puppy wanting so much to please
me. Encouraging is the fact that she will follow a dry track i.e. no bait
on the trail, much better than Cody.
Anyway thought you might like to know how one of your girls is doing.
George 6/2008
Laura –
It most certainly is difficult buying a puppy without looking at it, holding it, feeling it, playing with it, and all those good
feelings you get when you are trying to pick out the “perfect” puppy. But dealing with you assured us that when those
puppies came into our home we were going to love them totally. And we do.
From the first time I spoke with you inquiring about the puppies you put me at ease. We had never purchased a puppy
from someone who we would not personally meet. But just talking to you gave me the feeling that we had met several
times. You answered all my questions and gave me so much insight about the puppies and the parents.
And I was so concerned about having to fly the puppies to us. Once again you assured me that you had done this
many times and would only deal with reputable airlines. I know that you stay with the puppies up until the last possible
moment. That tells me how concerned you are for them, and it made me feel so much better. I could tell that the
puppies pull at your heart when you have to say goodbye.
I also enjoy keeping in touch with you as the puppies grow. It is nice to be able to share their antics and growth with
you. You are always so receptive to my emails and calls. If I have a question or concern you are there for me.
It has been such a pleasurable experience dealing with you, that if we ever decided to add another puppy to our
household I would not hesitate asking you if you would allow us to have another of your puppies.
Regards,
Susan
June 2007
It most certainly is difficult buying a puppy without looking at it, holding it, feeling it, playing with it, and all those good
feelings you get when you are trying to pick out the “perfect” puppy. But dealing with you assured us that when those
puppies came into our home we were going to love them totally. And we do.
From the first time I spoke with you inquiring about the puppies you put me at ease. We had never purchased a puppy
from someone who we would not personally meet. But just talking to you gave me the feeling that we had met several
times. You answered all my questions and gave me so much insight about the puppies and the parents.
And I was so concerned about having to fly the puppies to us. Once again you assured me that you had done this
many times and would only deal with reputable airlines. I know that you stay with the puppies up until the last possible
moment. That tells me how concerned you are for them, and it made me feel so much better. I could tell that the
puppies pull at your heart when you have to say goodbye.
I also enjoy keeping in touch with you as the puppies grow. It is nice to be able to share their antics and growth with
you. You are always so receptive to my emails and calls. If I have a question or concern you are there for me.
It has been such a pleasurable experience dealing with you, that if we ever decided to add another puppy to our
household I would not hesitate asking you if you would allow us to have another of your puppies.
Regards,
Susan
June 2007
This letter is being written as a reference for Laura Wilson of Golden Journey Retrievers.
I first met Laura via email when I was researching Labs and ran across Laura’s website. After the initial email
contact, Laura provided me with information concerning her upcoming available puppies, and some
background information on herself and her love of Labrador and Golden Retrievers.
In April of 2007, my wife and I made an appointment to visit Laura at her house and visit with the parents of
the upcoming litter of puppies, both Lab’s and Golden’s. Upon our arrival at her very comfortable home in
northwest Indiana, and within a few minutes of talking with Laura, my wife and I know this was the place that
we wanted to adopt our puppy.
Laura is a very respectful lady, and manages a very caring kennel. All of the puppies born are raised in the
house with the rest of Laura’s’ family, and are given the care, attention, and medical care that all puppies
need before being adopted. You can truly feel the love that Laura has for all of the sires and dams that
belong to her, and all of the love and care that she provides to all of the puppies.
On June 2, 2007, my wife and I again traveled to Laura’s house to make the selection for our puppy. Once
again, Laura was a very gracious host, her estate and interior of her house was both attractive and charming.
We spent several hours in trying to determine which puppy to choose, along with spending time with Laura
discussing the puppy’s needs once we got her home.
I can assure you that Laura is not a back-yard breeder, nor does she run a puppy mill. She is a respected
Lab and Golden breeder, and anyone wishing to adopt a puppy would not find another puppy caregiver
better than Laura. In fact, not only have we gained a very valuable addition to our family, but we have
gained Laura as a friend for life!
Best wishes in your decision to adopt a puppy.
Sincerely, Jim T
2007
I first met Laura via email when I was researching Labs and ran across Laura’s website. After the initial email
contact, Laura provided me with information concerning her upcoming available puppies, and some
background information on herself and her love of Labrador and Golden Retrievers.
In April of 2007, my wife and I made an appointment to visit Laura at her house and visit with the parents of
the upcoming litter of puppies, both Lab’s and Golden’s. Upon our arrival at her very comfortable home in
northwest Indiana, and within a few minutes of talking with Laura, my wife and I know this was the place that
we wanted to adopt our puppy.
Laura is a very respectful lady, and manages a very caring kennel. All of the puppies born are raised in the
house with the rest of Laura’s’ family, and are given the care, attention, and medical care that all puppies
need before being adopted. You can truly feel the love that Laura has for all of the sires and dams that
belong to her, and all of the love and care that she provides to all of the puppies.
On June 2, 2007, my wife and I again traveled to Laura’s house to make the selection for our puppy. Once
again, Laura was a very gracious host, her estate and interior of her house was both attractive and charming.
We spent several hours in trying to determine which puppy to choose, along with spending time with Laura
discussing the puppy’s needs once we got her home.
I can assure you that Laura is not a back-yard breeder, nor does she run a puppy mill. She is a respected
Lab and Golden breeder, and anyone wishing to adopt a puppy would not find another puppy caregiver
better than Laura. In fact, not only have we gained a very valuable addition to our family, but we have
gained Laura as a friend for life!
Best wishes in your decision to adopt a puppy.
Sincerely, Jim T
2007
Hi Laura,
Just a quick note this holiday season to let you know how wonderful our Piper is.
She is smart and funny and beautiful and loved! I cannot thank you enough!
Blessings to you and your family,
Jennifer 2009
Just a quick note this holiday season to let you know how wonderful our Piper is.
She is smart and funny and beautiful and loved! I cannot thank you enough!
Blessings to you and your family,
Jennifer 2009
Laura,
I just wanted to let you know that I can't go anywhere without being stopped so that people can see the perfect
puppy. He's so handsome and smart. If you have any business cards you want to send me I will keep them on
me as Dudley and I walk. Many people have written down your website as I sing your praises. Our little guy is 4
months old now ...house trained... and knows many commands. He looks so much like Silas.
I'll probably be back in touch next summer to get him a buddy!
Hope you are having a wonderful summer. These pictures were
taken today. He's lost some of his puppy teeth and is getting a
little gangly :)
Pam 2010
I just wanted to let you know that I can't go anywhere without being stopped so that people can see the perfect
puppy. He's so handsome and smart. If you have any business cards you want to send me I will keep them on
me as Dudley and I walk. Many people have written down your website as I sing your praises. Our little guy is 4
months old now ...house trained... and knows many commands. He looks so much like Silas.
I'll probably be back in touch next summer to get him a buddy!
Hope you are having a wonderful summer. These pictures were
taken today. He's lost some of his puppy teeth and is getting a
little gangly :)
Pam 2010
Golden Journey Retrievers, Laura and Mark are wonderful dog breeders, and they produce top of line
puppies to match! We got our boy, Buckley, in May of 2008. We knew right away when we went to visit the
dogs that this was the place for us to get a puppy. You can tell from their home, their knowledge and
insights of the dogs, and their own personal values, that Mark and Laura are breeders you can trust and
depend on! Buckley is the best dog we could have ever hoped for! He fits our family dynamic perfectly. We
understand that part of that has to do with all of the training he's done (he now performs on a "drill team!"),
but without his personality and the care he received as a puppy at Golden Journey, he wouldn't have come
along as quickly . He takes everything in stride and is wonderful around children and babies, people and all
other dogs. He'll even let kids hug him and squeeze him! He's snuggly, and definitely the ideal golden
personality of being a people-pleaser. He loves to retrieve, and could play with his racquetball all day long!
(He's sleeping with it in his mouth as I type this!) Thanks Mark and Laura for such a wonderful dog!
Kim
puppies to match! We got our boy, Buckley, in May of 2008. We knew right away when we went to visit the
dogs that this was the place for us to get a puppy. You can tell from their home, their knowledge and
insights of the dogs, and their own personal values, that Mark and Laura are breeders you can trust and
depend on! Buckley is the best dog we could have ever hoped for! He fits our family dynamic perfectly. We
understand that part of that has to do with all of the training he's done (he now performs on a "drill team!"),
but without his personality and the care he received as a puppy at Golden Journey, he wouldn't have come
along as quickly . He takes everything in stride and is wonderful around children and babies, people and all
other dogs. He'll even let kids hug him and squeeze him! He's snuggly, and definitely the ideal golden
personality of being a people-pleaser. He loves to retrieve, and could play with his racquetball all day long!
(He's sleeping with it in his mouth as I type this!) Thanks Mark and Laura for such a wonderful dog!
Kim
| Best Buds, the horse even grooms Bailey 8/10 |
| "Fine Canine Dog Drill Team" ~ Elmhurst IL. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRFHMzoR-XM |
Hi Laura:
I know you like to follow how your dogs are doing so I thought I would drop you a note and let you know how Guinness
and Tucker are doing. Last summer, we moved to a new home in NY.
I cannot tell you how wonderful these two dogs really are!!!! Tucker looks a lot like his Father! He is absolutely
beautiful! We originally wanted to name him Boddington but his name did just not fit. He is very loving and gentle and
very playful! He loves his stuffed toys! He doesn’t like to give kisses but will let you pet him and love him whenever you
want! He loves to swim and DIG! He loves the mud!
Guinness the black lab is very smart! He too is gentle! He and Tucker always play together and sleep together etc!
Guinness looks like his chocolate lab Mom. He is smaller than Tucker. He is always watching what everyone is doing
and only loves when he is in the mood! Guinness doesn’t like to be dirty and is very picky!
I couldn’t tell you enough nice things about our boys! We love them and are thankful for them!
As we go to celebrate their upcoming birthdays, we wanted to say thank you for giving us
a chance to have such wonderful pets! They are a dream!
Everyone comments on what great dogs they really are.
Best Regards,
Cathy
2010
I know you like to follow how your dogs are doing so I thought I would drop you a note and let you know how Guinness
and Tucker are doing. Last summer, we moved to a new home in NY.
I cannot tell you how wonderful these two dogs really are!!!! Tucker looks a lot like his Father! He is absolutely
beautiful! We originally wanted to name him Boddington but his name did just not fit. He is very loving and gentle and
very playful! He loves his stuffed toys! He doesn’t like to give kisses but will let you pet him and love him whenever you
want! He loves to swim and DIG! He loves the mud!
Guinness the black lab is very smart! He too is gentle! He and Tucker always play together and sleep together etc!
Guinness looks like his chocolate lab Mom. He is smaller than Tucker. He is always watching what everyone is doing
and only loves when he is in the mood! Guinness doesn’t like to be dirty and is very picky!
I couldn’t tell you enough nice things about our boys! We love them and are thankful for them!
As we go to celebrate their upcoming birthdays, we wanted to say thank you for giving us
a chance to have such wonderful pets! They are a dream!
Everyone comments on what great dogs they really are.
Best Regards,
Cathy
2010
We bought a puppy from you about 1 year ago now. I believe it was born on
6/29/09 and our daughter was just born on 6/29/10 so they are exactly 1 year apart. We named the dog Pagan
and she is well loved and we get plenty of complements on her. She needs a little better training but that is our
fault. Hopefully Pagan and Jadyn can grow to be great friends.
Thanks
Keli 2010
| AKC Inspected |
Hi Laura!
I am not the best with technology but as soon as my husband gets still, I will email some photos to you of Luke!
I had to go ahead and write this note because he is an extraordinarily smart, loving and loyal pup. I knew he would be
great but honestly I was not prepared for what a true companion he is a this tender age. He has not had to sleep in
his kennel at night for 3 weeks, he simply goes to bed when we do and is quiet all night, not the first accident and wakes
when we do, he was potty trained in less than a week, he knows speak, please, shake, fetch, sit, stay, stop, kisses, gentle,
wait, egg (he loves them hard boiled), mommy, daddy, gran, Bear (our neighbors lab pup) , play, swim, etc. all his many
nicknames etc. My mom came in early August (was supposed to stay two weeks) she is still here because she loves
Luke so much.
He loves to swim in the saltwater pool, we have a little beach we made at the foot of our bay which he loves..., he puts
his toys in his toy box when he is finished playing loves to be chased...the list goes on and on but honestly, my
husband and I said we don't know what we were doing before we had him.
I will sift through the probably 1000+ pics and send to you but he is perfectly healthy, beautiful and wonderful little
disposition, we could not be happier!
Thank you and God bless you for all you do! Amanda 2011
I am not the best with technology but as soon as my husband gets still, I will email some photos to you of Luke!
I had to go ahead and write this note because he is an extraordinarily smart, loving and loyal pup. I knew he would be
great but honestly I was not prepared for what a true companion he is a this tender age. He has not had to sleep in
his kennel at night for 3 weeks, he simply goes to bed when we do and is quiet all night, not the first accident and wakes
when we do, he was potty trained in less than a week, he knows speak, please, shake, fetch, sit, stay, stop, kisses, gentle,
wait, egg (he loves them hard boiled), mommy, daddy, gran, Bear (our neighbors lab pup) , play, swim, etc. all his many
nicknames etc. My mom came in early August (was supposed to stay two weeks) she is still here because she loves
Luke so much.
He loves to swim in the saltwater pool, we have a little beach we made at the foot of our bay which he loves..., he puts
his toys in his toy box when he is finished playing loves to be chased...the list goes on and on but honestly, my
husband and I said we don't know what we were doing before we had him.
I will sift through the probably 1000+ pics and send to you but he is perfectly healthy, beautiful and wonderful little
disposition, we could not be happier!
Thank you and God bless you for all you do! Amanda 2011
Hi Laura and Mark,
Happy Easter! I hope you're having a nice holiday! I took some new pictures of Addie (9 months old already!) and I
thought you'd like to see how much she's grown. She's developing beautiful feathering on her tail and her color remains
very light, like her dad. She's silky soft and absolutely gorgeous! She weighs about 45 lbs., the vet thinks she'll max out
around 60lbs., but I'd be surprised to see her get that much bigger. She's a wonderful contrast to our toasty-colored, 95lb.
Basil. Addie is really enjoying the spring, especially because she's been trained to the Invisible Fence and can now run
freely around the yard. She's incredibly fast and strong! She loves to play fetch with lacrosse balls and soccer balls. It's so
funny to see her chase down the soccer ball, then pick it up, bring it back, and drop it at your feet. I hoping to teach Basil
how to fetch too. Actually, today he brought back a lacrosse ball and dropped it at Charlie's feet. I think he's learning from
Addie. As you can see from the picture, Addie is especially attached to Phillip.
At 11 years old, he's the perfect companion for a puppy.
I hope everyone is well by you. I'll send more pictures soon.
Take care, Kathy 2011
Happy Easter! I hope you're having a nice holiday! I took some new pictures of Addie (9 months old already!) and I
thought you'd like to see how much she's grown. She's developing beautiful feathering on her tail and her color remains
very light, like her dad. She's silky soft and absolutely gorgeous! She weighs about 45 lbs., the vet thinks she'll max out
around 60lbs., but I'd be surprised to see her get that much bigger. She's a wonderful contrast to our toasty-colored, 95lb.
Basil. Addie is really enjoying the spring, especially because she's been trained to the Invisible Fence and can now run
freely around the yard. She's incredibly fast and strong! She loves to play fetch with lacrosse balls and soccer balls. It's so
funny to see her chase down the soccer ball, then pick it up, bring it back, and drop it at your feet. I hoping to teach Basil
how to fetch too. Actually, today he brought back a lacrosse ball and dropped it at Charlie's feet. I think he's learning from
Addie. As you can see from the picture, Addie is especially attached to Phillip.
At 11 years old, he's the perfect companion for a puppy.
I hope everyone is well by you. I'll send more pictures soon.
Take care, Kathy 2011
Hi Laura,
I am sure that you do not remember me directly but my family and I definitely remember you. J You gave us
one of our best gifts ever. Our dog “Chevy”! She was born on August 29, 2007 and is now 3.5 years old. She
was from Carson and Mazy’s litter. She is the best dog ever and is so happy, loved, and spoiled. Just thought
you would enjoy some pics of her.
She is now 75lbs and is the sweetest gentlest dog. Chevy enjoys swimming in the pool and in the lake at our
lake house, playing with our sun, snoozing on the couch (upside down), going on walks, being outside, and
just snuggling with us. She is always ready to comfort and give big sloppy kisses.
I know it has been 3 years but we cannot thank you enough for allowing us to adopt and give her the best life
humanly possible J
Thanks, Amber 2011
I am sure that you do not remember me directly but my family and I definitely remember you. J You gave us
one of our best gifts ever. Our dog “Chevy”! She was born on August 29, 2007 and is now 3.5 years old. She
was from Carson and Mazy’s litter. She is the best dog ever and is so happy, loved, and spoiled. Just thought
you would enjoy some pics of her.
She is now 75lbs and is the sweetest gentlest dog. Chevy enjoys swimming in the pool and in the lake at our
lake house, playing with our sun, snoozing on the couch (upside down), going on walks, being outside, and
just snuggling with us. She is always ready to comfort and give big sloppy kisses.
I know it has been 3 years but we cannot thank you enough for allowing us to adopt and give her the best life
humanly possible J
Thanks, Amber 2011
Hi Laura,
This is Scott and Casey Johnson... We bought Buckley from you guys. He turns 1 year old today and I thought you
guys might want to see an updated picture of him. The picture on the left was from the day we brought him home and
the picture on the right was taken yesterday.
Buckley was the green string guy from Hazel and Micha's litter. We just LOVE him!!!! Buckley was so easy to train and
has the most fun personality. Buckley now has a little brother that he is very protective over. Jackson, our baby boy,
was born July 26... He's almost three months old now and Buckley has done great with him.
I hope you guys are doing well. I just cannot say enough how much we love our puppy. I still call him a pup even though
he's 85 pounds of all muscle!
Talk to you later. Casey 2011
This is Scott and Casey Johnson... We bought Buckley from you guys. He turns 1 year old today and I thought you
guys might want to see an updated picture of him. The picture on the left was from the day we brought him home and
the picture on the right was taken yesterday.
Buckley was the green string guy from Hazel and Micha's litter. We just LOVE him!!!! Buckley was so easy to train and
has the most fun personality. Buckley now has a little brother that he is very protective over. Jackson, our baby boy,
was born July 26... He's almost three months old now and Buckley has done great with him.
I hope you guys are doing well. I just cannot say enough how much we love our puppy. I still call him a pup even though
he's 85 pounds of all muscle!
Talk to you later. Casey 2011
Dear Mark & Laura,
Two and a half years ago in December we purchased "lime" from you, affectionately called, Murphy. The perfect
product of Rosa and Micah!
My husband, Wade, and I are totally in love! Murphy COULD NOT be a better dog! He is full of love, personality,
calm, joy, intelligence, ... I could go on all day!
Anyway, I thought you'd like to know that we moved to Indianapolis one week after Murphy joined our family.
Murphy is well loved by absolutely everyone as he is the most easy going dog anyone has ever met! I thought you
might also like to know that he's a graduated from a great number of training courses and is an AKC registered
"Canine Good Citizen"! Our next step is for him to be a "Reading Buddy" serving as a companion to children that
struggle with literacy.
I'd love to chat with you sometime if you have a moment and I also have HUNDREDS more pictures if you ever need
any for your sight. The one below was our holiday card from this year.
Many blessings to you this Christmas and Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Brooke
Two and a half years ago in December we purchased "lime" from you, affectionately called, Murphy. The perfect
product of Rosa and Micah!
My husband, Wade, and I are totally in love! Murphy COULD NOT be a better dog! He is full of love, personality,
calm, joy, intelligence, ... I could go on all day!
Anyway, I thought you'd like to know that we moved to Indianapolis one week after Murphy joined our family.
Murphy is well loved by absolutely everyone as he is the most easy going dog anyone has ever met! I thought you
might also like to know that he's a graduated from a great number of training courses and is an AKC registered
"Canine Good Citizen"! Our next step is for him to be a "Reading Buddy" serving as a companion to children that
struggle with literacy.
I'd love to chat with you sometime if you have a moment and I also have HUNDREDS more pictures if you ever need
any for your sight. The one below was our holiday card from this year.
Many blessings to you this Christmas and Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Brooke