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Eco-conscious, community-rooted care for dogs and their people. Guided by expertise and grounded in sustainability, Gold Ducat is the nature-first destination for dogs to train, compete, and thrive.
Ethical Dog Boarding, Training, & AKC Events
8 acres of fenced play & training space
Affordable AKC event hosting for local clubs
Boarding, agility, scentwork, obedience, rally & more
Dog event judging & training in multiple breeds
Organic eggs, coffee, tea, and spring water on site
What We Offer:
Rooted in a love for dogs and the natural world, Gold Ducat Kennels & Farmette has been supporting AKC dog enthusiasts, local clubs, and eco-conscious pet parents since 2003. From event judging to sport training, our mission is to create a sustainable, joyful space where dogs and humans thrive together.
Our 14-year-young dog Claire spent a month with Helen and crew. I swear she didn't even miss us! I can't begin to tell how comforting it is to know we needn't worry about her. I wish I could give more than 5 stars!
I Wish I Could Give More Than 5 Stars!
We’ve been taking our dogs to Gold Ducat for the past 8 years! Helen & her staff are approachable, knowledgeable and love the animals that come into their care. We’ll never look anywhere else when it comes to boarding or doggy daycare! Our 3 lab mixes get to run around outside in plenty of shady areas while we’re away, always come home clean and tired from being so active! Couldn’t recommend Gold Ducat more!
Couldn't Recommend Gold Ducat More!
Helen is so attentive to her business and her love for canines is unmistakable. Her knowledge, skills, and devotion to man's best friend is a cherished gift to our community. She is truly an expert in her field. My beloved pups have now journeyed to the "Rainbow Bridge" but our memories with Gold Ducat will always hold a special place in my ❤️. Two-Thumbs Up. Way UP!!
Two-Thumbs Up. Way UP!!
Real Reviews From Our Loyal Clients!
We sell organic, pasture-raised eggs, and offer organic coffee, tea and Mountain Valley Spring water on site.
We do not allow smoking, pesticides, or herbicides on the property, and prefer no plastic bottles. We collect rainwater and recycle, and the paper products used are all biodegradable and compostable.
Organic Farmette
Agility field rentals, conformation, scentwork, practice in agility, obedience, rally, fetch, fit dog, and trick training.
In addition to being a fetch and farm dog judge, Helen judges all AKC non-sporting and sporting breeds, sighthounds, Australian Shepherds, Icelandic Sheepdogs, and various working breeds.
AKC Training, Judging & Events
Spacious, climate-controlled indoor/outdoor kennels with natural light, daily off-leash romps twice a day, and 8 acres of supervised play. We offer enrichment-based boarding with agility training, doggie daycare, and long-term care, all rooted in sustainable practices and expert, up-to-date canine wellness.
Dog Breeding & Kennels
The Gold Ducat Experience
Gold Ducat is pesticide-free, plastic-free, and smoke-free.
We believe in honoring the health of the planet, the well-being of animals, and the strength of community.
We strive to keep dog events accessible and joyful, just like they used to be—local, laid-back, and full of heart.
Our Values
4205 Arthur Cir. Leander, TX, 78641
(512) 260-7760
gdkdogs@gmail.com
Creating the magic of traditional AKC dog events
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