Shooting Star Water Dogs

Shooting Star Water Dogs, specializing in lagotto Romagnolo and Portuguese water dog, Monticello, WI, operates in Green County and the Driftless Area near Madison. Owner Giene Keyes has been raising water breeds for several years, guiding each litter through health testing recommended by national breed organizations and collaborating with local veterinarians. The kennel holds membership in regional breeder associations and follows protocols that support longevity and breed standards.

Dogs and puppies are socialized from day one in a home environment with regular water play sessions and exposure to family routines. The farm’s layout blends open indoor living spaces with secure outdoor paddocks to support shelter and exercise, and puppies benefit from gradual exposure to varied stimuli, from household sounds to farm life. Giene relies on insights from traditional water work to foster a calm temperament and strong retrieval drive, and clients often comment on the puppies’ adaptability and gentle nature as they join new homes.