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Bichon Frise, Shih Tzu, and Maltese Puppies, from Shekinah Kennel!

ABOUT ME

Many people like to know a little about the people behind the puppies they buy, so I will use this page to provide more information about me, my philosophy, and history.

I am a born again Christian, and have been since 1961, when I was saved at a church camp I had attended. I still belong to the same faith, and am active in church related activities.

I grew up in California, and Arkansas. I met, and married Robert, my husband for 37 years, soon to be 38 years in 2007.
We have had 5 children, and now have 7 grandchildren with another three on the way! We have six granddaughters, and one grandson. Our daughter-in-law, Christina and Brian are expecting a girl that is due to be born in February  of 2007. Our daughter, Christina, and Aaron are expecting twin boys that are due in April! Yes, it get confusing sometimes with both of them having the same first name.  It is very true that grandchildren are so much fun! I feel like a kid again "playing" with the girls, and the pups,and all the other farm animals. I am looking forward to the baby boys, all three, being old enough to get in there too!  Experienceing things right along with them.

Shekinah Kennel

Our business was started after much prayer about me, the mom, staying at home with our children, but at the same time needing some extra income. God answered our prayers with the kennel business. The first Bichons we bought were very reasonably priced. Naturally the kids thought this was a terrific idea to have animals in the house! So, in 1986 we, as a family, decided to become " a dog breeder", and started SHEKINAH KENNEL.
The children have grown up and gone to their own homes, I have chosen these 3 breeds to continue on with. My children have also chosen to raise a few puppies now and then. So, once an animal lover, always an animal lover! My Granddaughters love to play with all the puppies, and always want their picture taken with them.

Below are some pictures of the granddaughters! Some old ones, and some new ones.

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Above is Kathy,  the happy caregiver of all the beautiful puppies at Shekinah Kennel!

Our Employees

The "employees" of Shekinah Kennel consist of my husband, and myself. Sometimes our children come in and help  with the animals when Robert and I want to get away for a vacation. Other than that we  are it, as far as employees go. Twyla is a great asset to our kennel. Feel free to speak with either of us, we will be most happy to help you select a "fur" baby for yourself.

My Hobbies

I love horseback ridding with my husband. Sometimes I go with friends, or my children. I like to fish out in our back yard, where we have 2 spring fed ponds, stocked with catfish, bass, and perch! So peaceful, and serene. Yes, I put the worm on my own hook, AND I even clean what I catch!
I like to hatch chickens from the eggs that my chickens lay, and then I have the "fun" of finding homes to give them too!
I am just an animal lover from start to finish.
Below are a couple of links to places that I like that relate to the horse world and children!

Healing Horses for Special Needs Children.

Give Kids the World!

Below is my horse, Brandy, and a sampling of my garden goodies! Again God is so good to me! He has provided so much!

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