The Whistletyne Kennel is nestled in the beautiful countryside beside Hadrian’s Wall, near the Northumbrian and Cumbrian border. We live in a farmhouse, so our labradors are fortunate enough to enjoy lots of private space in which to run and play. Most importantly, all of our dogs are first and foremost family pets, they are fit and healthy and very much part of day to day family life. My interests are showing and breeding and what started 20 years ago with my very first pet labrador, has now become an all consuming passion to live and work with this most charming, intelligent and faithful breed. 

I own, show and breed all 3 labrador colours (Black, Yellow and Chocolate) and have no bias toward any one colour ...I just love labradors!! I am a Kennel Club Accredited Breeder and make full use of the health screenings tests available including, annual eye testing, hip and elbow scores and Optigen PRA testing. But most importantly, our dogs have exceptional temperaments and are lovingly bred from the best quality stock.   When breeding a litter, my main aim is to produce healthy, happy puppies that are well socialised and a joy to own.        

Visitors always welcome by arrangement. 

Judith Keating