About Us
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. - Romans 15:13
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We (Mark and Kacee) have been married for more than 10 years. We have three children; Avery, Heston, and Parker.
Mark, began raising dogs nearly 20 years ago, with our first pet, Lacie. After having 3 litters we kept Lacie as an indoor family pet, where she was an integral part of our family for 16 great years! We have continuously improved our practice, but with our love of dogs, the experience of raising puppies, and the joy we bring to people in providing them companions, we were hooked! We now enjoy the opportunity pair families with the unparalleled companionship of Champion Quality English Labrador Retrievers. On November 29th [2017] our lives were changed forever when we heard the words “your son has Leukemia” just days before welcoming our third child into this world. Through all the trials and tribulations of diagnosis and treatment, we have grown weary but refuse to lose faith – knowing we have much to be grateful! Our family (including four legged family members) are our whole lives – when not in doctors’ appointments, we enjoy spending much of our free time exploring, playing, and working around our farm as a family. We are blessed that our personal endeavors allow us the opportunity to strengthen families through mutually beneficial and dynamic human-animal bonds; pairing families with the unparalleled companionship of Champion Quality English Labrador Retrievers. |
Goggins FarmsOur home is located in Decatur, TX with 10 acres for the dogs and kids to run daily. We also have more than 100 acres of family farmland in Whitewright, TX where we have the opportunity to stay on holidays and weekends. Both properties have ducks, chickens, fish, a few wild animals, and of course our dogs. The puppies are well versed with both locations; making them well traveled, adaptable, and highly stimulated! We let all the dogs have the run of the place about every other day; they enjoy running over the property, exploring new smells and reviewing new things that have come onto the place.
We feel bringing a puppy into your home should be a life long commitment. We want you to know the puppy you receive from Goggins Lonestar Farms is raised in a healthy and caring environment. We would love you to take a tour of our operation(s)! |
Educational ExperiencesWe pride ourselves on our educational experiences that have allowed us to gain additional knowledge; providing us the possibility to rear Champion Quality English Labrador Retrievers. Having graduating in 2010 from Tarleton State University, with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science – we have a strong foundational understanding of animal husbandry, breeding, and genetics. Subsequent degrees include an additional Bachelor of Science degree from Tarleton State University, and a Master of Education from Texas A&M University.
Additional [formal] educationally opportunities include veterinary science trainings from nationally leading institutions (Texas A&M, Purdue University, Cornell University, Tarleton State University, VATAT Professional Development, and Kaduceus publications). Numerous accolades have been associated with our increased knowledge in the animal science industry; most notably the 2016 State [Texas] Champion & Reserve National Champion – Veterinary Science CDE Team through the National FFA Organization. |
PhilanthropyGod has called our family to enrich the lives of others by volunteering our time, talents, and treasures. We enjoy the opportunity to contribute to numerous civic affiliations which centered improving the lives of those stricken will illness, the impoverished, veterans, neglected & abused animals, and educational development. We admire all people and seek ways to enrich the lives of others; taking great delight in every aspect of how we serve!
In addition to contributions via positional leadership and volunteering, a percentage of EACH puppy sale goes to our local church and local civic organizations. Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. - Proverbs 3:27 |
Our Family
On a more personal note, we hope that you enjoy a view into our family!