Hifield Kennels

Hifield Kennels, Old English sheepdogs, Leicester, MA, in Worcester County in central Massachusetts near Worcester, is a family-run breeding program. Established by Valerie Charmanski over fifteen years ago, the kennel maintains American Kennel Club registration and follows recommended health testing protocols including hip and elbow evaluations. Each puppy grows up in a home environment where early socialization happens alongside calm adult dogs and regular interactions with visitors.

Hifield puppies enjoy supervised outdoor time on grassy runs and structured play to build confidence and adaptability. Several alumni have participated in therapy dog teams and local community events. Temperaments are nurtured with gentle handling and consistent routines to ensure well balanced companions for families or individual guardians. The kennel’s dogs receive balanced diets tailored to their growth stages and regular veterinary checkups are handled through a long-standing relationship with a nearby clinic. Valerie takes pride in matching each puppy’s personality to a compatible home, whether for a busy household or a quieter setting.