Flying D Kennels

Flying D Kennels, Australian cattle dogs and German shepherd dogs, Fairview, OK in north-central Oklahoma near Enid. Kristy Dykes has more than a decade of experience breeding working dogs under AKC guidelines, and each litter undergoes health screening for hips and elbows through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Membership in regional herding associations keeps her breeding program informed by the latest best practices.

Puppies are raised in a home environment with daily socialization and access to a spacious yard and indoor sleeping quarters. The facility includes climate-controlled indoor kennels and secure outdoor runs, allowing puppies to develop resilience in varied conditions. The kennel’s approach emphasizes gentle guidance and early exposure to farm sounds and livestock. Over the years her dogs have competed in herding trials and obedience events, reflecting a blend of instinct and temperament. One local review noted the calm confidence of a pup placed on a cattle ranch.