about us

Golden Heart Canine is family operated company owned by myself, Becca Murphy, and my husband, Michael. I grew up in Montrose, getting my start as a dog trainer through a local 4-H group. After graduating with a degree in Psychology at the University of Northern Colorado in 2007, I went on to attend Triple Crown Academy in Hutto, Texas (now known as Starmark Academy.) There, in 2008, I met my goal of becoming a Certified Dog Trainer and Behavior Specialist, my faithful golden 'heart dog' Gabe by my side. Since that time, I have had the privilege of growing my experience and knowledge under various professional dog trainers on the Front Range, as well as running a chapter in a thriving dog rescue for many years. I have now trained hundreds of dogs of numerous breeds, temperaments, and personalities. I also compete in agility, competition obedience, and rally obedience with our three 'All American' rescued dogs Walden, Griswold, and Boggans, plus a Berger Blanc Suisse named Brütten, a sport bred Golden Retriever/Border Collie mix, Deacon, and the newest to the pack, a Border Collie/Papillon mix named Weevil.

Now, with the return to my hometown, we are thrilled to be able to offer our help and services to this very special community. I have personally witnessed how detrimental it is to a dog / owner relationship to lack the communication and bond that training provides. It is very fulfilling to be able to assist in not only helping make training goals happen, but also to keep dogs in their forever homes, and to hopefully even have some fun along the way!

Our vision is that our beautiful ten acre farm would be a place that dogs and owners alike can get excited about being a part of. Whether you are in need of boarding or training we would feel privileged to be a part of you and your dog's story.

We hope you’ll explore our website and reach out if you have any questions for us.