We were founded in 1973 by Doug and Linda Gabel, as a training facility for show dogs. In 1979, we began breeding show quality Labrador Retrievers, and we added Golden Retrievers and Pointer breeds in 1984.
Both Doug and Linda are American Kennel Club-certified breeders. We are licensed by the State of California. Please contact us with questions about any aspect of our business. We’re always happy to hear from fellow dog lovers.
“Your puppies have great temperaments.”
Dogs of Distinction is interested in purchasing pedigreed, show quality breeding dogs. We also operate stud service referral database for the breeds we work with.