Why
OtterTails?
The written standards of the Labrador Retriever worldwide agree that the Labrador’s
tail is one of the distinguishing characteristics of the breed. It should be
thick at the base, gradually tapering, medium length, free of feathering, and
clothed thickly with short, dense coat, thus giving the ‘rounded’ appearance
described as the “otter” tail.

Roo

Dave

Birdie

Eponine

Brutus

Obi

Tegan

Leela

Bonnie

Marius

Holly - the original
(with snow on her nose)

Gwendolyn

Tallulah

Helen - the cat who moved in
It's
a dog's life ...

Fun
Times at OtterTail Farm

Leela - my logo model
Happy Fishing, Mud!

Playing at the lake

Sunbathing on the deck

Butch joined us as
a
6-yr old in need

Eponine and Obi cock their heads on cue
"What do you think?"

Surveying the Queendom

Playing with toys

Clearly 3 bones ARE better than 1

Snorkeling in the pond

Labs are the most sincere

Posing with your best buds

Ready for anything

Winning in obedience

Retrieving with gusto

"Lab Testing" Mom -- She's approved!

Fort Labrador - one of many. All had
"BAD DOGS KEEP OUT" signs. It worked -
all of my dogs are good dogs!

Snuggling on the couch

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Artwork, photographs and designs are original creations by Amy
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Nissa

Tonto
See some of my dogs and puppies I have trained for myself
and others on YouTube at
LabradorDogs
OtterTail Labrador Retrievers Past and Present
My life with Labradors began in 1985 with the purchase of my first purebred
puppy. In 1986 we added a second puppy, chose the kennel name "OtterTail",
and I got involved in dog shows, obedience trials and fell in love with everything
Labrador. My first litter was born in 1988 and most of the Labs pictured
here were bred, trained and shown by me. Most hold AKC titles. I no longer
breed dogs, but continue to cherish and enjoy them. They are our family and
best friends. In 1987 my dogs inspired me to start making OtterTail Lab Art
and that has lead to many new advertures. My Labs are my models for painting
and sculpting and fill me with creative ideas. Along the way I began rescuing
Labs in need and now also volunteer as a foster home for Lab rescue. All
of our dogs are well-mannered house pets - or learn to be if they are rescues.
My husband and I, our Labs and cat share 10 acres with a pond in
a beautiful country setting. It is a fun place to be a dog!