Family raised Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bred for companionship, hunting, and conformation.
Family raised Great Danes for companionship and conformation.
Family raised Labrador Retrievers bred for companionship and workability.
Health Tested Parents, Breeder Lifetime Support
Welcome!
🌿 Welcome to Desert Oasis Kennels! 🌿
Nestled on a serene 10-acre expanse just outside Soap Lake, WA, our haven is home to a delightful mix of our family of Great Danes, Labradors, and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. Here, our dogs aren't just pets—they're cherished members of our pack and esteemed ambassadors for their breeds.
Our furry companions embody patience, love, and trainability, showcasing their remarkable skills whether accompanying us to our family business in Ephrata or exploring the town. Raised amidst the lively hum of family life, they're accustomed to the joyful chaos of kids, loud noises, birds, livestock, and the calming presence of water.
Our journey began in 2013 with Chesapeakes, shortly after our marriage. Witnessing the joy of sending our first litter, Kyra & Jackie Brown, to their forever homes in 2015 ignited our passion for breeding—an unparalleled bittersweet moment that fuels our dedication.
In 2016, we welcomed the majestic presence of Great Danes into our family. Despite not being on our initial breed list, one glance at Kai, our enchanting blue girl, captured our hearts and sealed our fate.
A heartfelt thank you to Bittersweet Pet Transportation for safely delivering Kai to us, a cherished memory Edgar holds dear. Despite Kai's daunting size, her gentle demeanor won us over, reminding us that she's just a puppy at heart.
Our first Dane litter from Nona & Swagger in Spring 2017 marked the beginning of many treasured memories with these gentle giants.
In early 2020, our Labrador adventure began with Xander Boy, a sweet soul we drove to San Francisco to pick up. Joining him are Imp and Nixie, spirited sisters from Hungarian import lines. Unfortunately we have decided at this time, there are too many labs in the world to add more. So we have retired our labs as we feel this is the most ethical choice for the breed.
Curious about our program? Feel free to reach out. For more about our beloved dogs, explore their individual pages above.
Thank you for visiting Desert Oasis Kennels—we look forward to sharing our passion for these extraordinary breeds with you! 🐾🌟
Okay! I have to be honest here, I never wanted a Chessie! I know it's hard to believe, but I had heard enough "RUMORS" about them as well as personal experience to try and talk Nathan out of getting a Chessie! (For those of you who didn't know Max originally belonged to my brother in law.) I had my dad's experience with his Chessie lashing out at my pregnant mother, and a Chessie I had met at my work, who I was informed, would often snap at his owner for seemingly no reason. And living with a dozen nieces and nephews I didn't see how a Chessie would fit into the family. Though I did stop persisting and actually found a breeder just to have a puppy around. BOY was I ever wrong! A Chesapeake raised with the right surroundings is an AMAZING family dog. Chessies really have a one of a kind attitude. But be aware these dogs are NOT for first time or inexperienced dog owners! Nor are they a great dog to be left alone at a farm as a guard dog! THEY NEED TO BE SOCIALIZED!! Chessies love their people and want to be with them. I love this breed and I want to share their talents and loyalty!
The health of our dogs and their puppies are of the upmost importance!
