Urania (formerly Lonetree) Kennel continues the Lonetree tradition and remains a small kennel not producing puppies for every buyer.  Our litters are well-planned using breeding stock that has proven itself in many arenas.  We are continually striving to produce a dog that meets the breed standard and exhibits the hunting and tolling ability that sets it apart from the other retrieving breeds.

 

Breeding stock at Urania is OFA-certified free from hip dysplasia and is CERF-clear of any hereditary eye defects every 12 to 18 months.  Written guarantees are provided.  Copies of OFA and CERF certificates are available upon request.  We research pedigrees to determine not only the health of the sire and dam of the litter but their grandparents, aunts, and uncles and other siblings as well.  We are dedicated to breeding quality dogs free of health problems.

 

Lonetree has several champions in the US and/or Canada as well as one Best In Specialty Show winner.  We have also had High-in-Trial dogs and currently own one of only three Tollers to earn the UKC/HRC Hunting Retriever Champion Title.  Lonetree is proud to own and have bred dogs who are titled in obedience, agility, field, and in the show ring.  We are active in all these areas to prove our stock is of high quality not only in the breed ring, but also in trainability and temperament.  These are the qualities that also make a dog a good companion and pet in your home.