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November 2023 by Reed Warren
My wife and I purchased our 4th golden from Westergaard (Westben) recently. We purchased our first puppy from Craig around 1990. Westergaard’s facilities are amazing and Craig’s knowledge of this breed is second to none. Needless to say we have complete confidence in Craig, as well as Bryan. They are direct, but polite and helpful. We can give these folks the highest recommendation, without reservation. Our previous goldens: Sam, Ben, and Barkley were all integral parts of our lives. Now, in retirement, with our new puppy, Murphy, we are complete as a family again.
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August 2023 by Kristy G.
After boarding our large chocolate lab at two other boarding kennels (one tried to give us the wrong dog at pickup) we were relieved to find Westergaard over ten years ago. Our dog weighed over 100lbs and could be quite a handful, but Bryan was amazing with him. When we would drop him off at the kennel, he would run excitedly into the kennel and receive a warm welcome by Bryan. It was such a relief to know that he was well taken care of when we were away. After all these years we have added two more dogs to our family and still continue to have a great experience using Westergaard Kennels. We literally schedule our vacations around their availability to board our dogs. Using Westergaard gives us peace of mind to know our dogs are safe and well taken care of while we are away. We would not go anywhere else.
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August 2023 by Gary Crispens
This is a beautiful facility where Craig and Bryan are celebrating their 35th anniversary of owning the kennels. The main building was spotless both inside and out, and the grounds are beautifully maintained. We had spoken to Craig on the phone about a Golden Retriever to replace our beloved Stryker. Craig brought out Knox for a meet and greet and provided excellent information about Knox’s background, breeding, temperament, personality and some possible challenges of ownership. We were highly impressed with Craig and his straightforward assessment and and proceeded to add Knox to our family.If you are interested in some Championship quality puppies, please refer to their website for pictures and availability. I can also highly recommend Westergaard Kennels as a wonderful boarding facility in a beautiful location.
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June 2023 by Wasaif F
Two years ago I’ve picked our puppy from here and it was the best decision. Marley has the sweetest temperament ever, very well socialized, won’t chew or nip and is very calm and gentle. Playful and chill at the same time. He has big paws, blocky head, a beautiful soft golden coat and is in good health.Thank you Craig for picking the right pup for us, for taking care of him until we were able to pick him up, and for your excellent breeding program.
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April 2023 by Jaimie Mcphaul
PURE EXCELLENCE ! DOWN HOME FEEL. BEAUTIFUL ANIMALS! WE CANT THANK U ENOUGH!
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April 2023 by Gwen Dunlap
We brought our dog Oakley home 3 years ago, he was our pandemic puppy, and we couldn’t be happier. He is amazing and I wish I could have 10 more! Everywhere we take Oakley he is so well behaved and loves people. He plays gently with our rambunctious 9 year old son. Craig and Bryan are so helpful and friendly. We only board Oakley with them and tell all our friends (and strangers too!) to get your next dog from them. Simply the best!
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January 2023 by Terry Kaufman
We feel so fortunate to have discovered Westergaard golden retrievers! We are fostering the most beautiful female, who will become ours after her next litter. Couldn't be more impressed with the quality of the Westben goldens.
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July 2022 by Matthew Witte
Top National breeder of Golden Retrievers and a top notch kennel on a farm in North Carolina. The owners are warm and helpful. Highly recommend!
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July 2022 by Debbie Page
We have purchased our last four goldens from Craig. His breeding is phenomenal gorgeous gorgeous goldens
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June 2022 by Martha Compitello
Owner definitely very knowledgeable and cares a lot for the dogs. Also willing to help us throughout the dogs entire life. We decided to get all of our future goldens from him.
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April 2022 by Joshua W.
Bryan has always been helpful and accommodating in the 10+ years with all our dogs. He loves animals, and very knowledgeable on breeds. The kennel is kept as clean as they keep the property, which is gorgeous! Our dogs have always came back in great health, ie no kennel cough, fleas or anything else for that matter.. Again, HIGHLY recommend!
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April 2022 by Stacey Johnson
Best kennel in NW Guilford. They care for the animals and my dog loves going there.
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February 2022 by Ed “Ed” McNulty
Picked out my puppy this past week. Professional and caring . Craig is very knowledgeable and could not have been more gracious, sincere and helpful. Picking my boy up on February 9th and I can’t wait. Thanks!
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December 2021 by Charles Hatton
Immaculate and welcoming, beautiful people
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November 2021 by Jack Ferraioli
Great dogs, great people, we couldn’t have been happier with our experience. Craig was so helpful.