Aireal view of our home and kennels.
Kristil Goldens is located in Southern Wis, on the state line between Wis and Ill. We have been showing and raising show dogs for about 30 years now.
Myself, Deb Oster, and my daughter, Kristilyn Falkenthal, hit the show circuit nearly every weekend. Our kennel name is derived from my daughter's first name.
I am the consummate groomer, and I love doing all of the research of pedigrees, raising of pups, and daily care of the dogs. Kristi is never happier than when she is in the ring showing against tough competition. We make a great team. Kristi has recently started showing for other dog people, so when we head off to a show, it is with a full van, and lots of work ahead. It is a family affair indeed! Kristi's daughter Alissa is 7years old now, and she is just starting off her show career and of course, Alissa is dog crazy, having been born into this lifestyle. I expect she will follow in her mother's footsteps. Kristi's son Easton is happier to run around with other dog show kids, and take pictures of the dogs in the ring. Our husbands, Harry and Brad are supportive and put up with all of the crazy schedules and demands on their lives.
No one could do what we do without husbands that are active and supportive. Our homes are designed around our dogs. You have to have a real passion for showing dogs. It is a tough job, with unbelievable competition, so we must be totally prepared when we walk into the ring. It is a challenge that we love and accept with joy!
Grooming Area inside kennel
Our gang playing on a beautiful summer day
