About us
A dog is a big responsibility, so it’s always best to think in advance whether it won’t be too difficult to raise such a dog. Do you have the time and are you willing to dedicate your precious moments to the friendship between the two of you?
Our puppies go only to homes that are looking for a loyal friend for life—where the Labrador will be loved and accepted as a true member of the family.
Our journey began in 2004, when our very first Labrador entered our lives. At that time, we never thought about starting a kennel – it was simply love at first sight, a love that grew alongside us. Labrador Retrievers quickly became a part of our everyday life – they captured our hearts with their gentleness, intelligence, and friendly nature.
In 2019 we began breeding Labrador Retrievers. But breeding Labradors is not a business for us – it is a PASSION. We named our kennel “Gerulis” because Labradors truly are the very best dogs. The kennel owner is Virginija Gerulė, who together with her mother Jūratė Jaciunskienė, co-owns and raises our dogs.
Our kennel is officially registered with the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), Lithuanian Cynological Society (LKD) and is a member of the Lithuanian retriever club (LRMK), as well as the Alytus dog lovers club CANIS (AŠMK CANIS). We are committed to responsibly breeding healthy Labradors with balanced temperaments and correct conformation according to the breed standard.
Dogs play an essential role in our lives – we cannot imagine life without them. That’s why we constantly strive to improve, learn, and grow.
The Labrador Retriever – Smart, Beautiful & Versatile
Labradors are highly sociable dogs, always eager to be close to people. They are unique and incredibly versatile. With their excellent instincts, Labradors can serve in search and rescue, assist in hunting waterfowl, or work as reliable guide dogs. They are wonderful with children and make perfect family companions. However, due to their gentle nature, they are not suitable as guard dogs.
A true pedigreed Labrador, unlike a shepherd, is ready to bond with anyone – even with a stranger.
What Matters to Us
All of our dogs are trained and raised as true members of our family. Labradors are always ready to join in any of our activities – chasing a frisbee or ball, hiking with us, swimming in the pond, or simply lying at our feet. We spend a lot of time traveling, training, and exercising together with them.
GERULIS Labrador Retriever Kennel takes a responsible approach to every stage of breeding. We continuously improve our knowledge through various trainings and seminars. All our Labrador Retrievers are tested for hereditary diseases specific to the breed. Our dogs undergo not only mandatory but also additional health examinations. A preventive health check is carried out before mating.
Every puppy born in our kennel is eagerly awaited and carefully planned. We thoroughly analyze the lineage of each pairing, taking into account health, temperament, and appearance. Our goal is not only to raise beautiful but also healthy and psychologically stable Labradors that can become loyal family members.
How We Raise Our Puppies
Our puppies are born and raised in our home – not in a garage, barn, or shed, but in a warm and clean environment. They are cared for daily, accustomed to gentle handling from the very first moments of life, and gradually introduced to new experiences.
From an early age, they are exposed to various sounds, handled in different ways, and once they begin to walk, we take them outside to start potty training. Puppies are also introduced to children, other pets, and different people. By the time they are 8 weeks old, they are well-socialized and ready to begin their adventures with their new families.
We are deeply devoted to our puppies, giving them our full dedication and care and attention. Before selling a puppy, we always like to meet and talk with the future owners.
When choosing a puppy, we recommend bringing the whole family so that you can truly understand which puppy is the right fit for you. Every puppy has its own unique personality – the only task is to recognize which one is waiting just for you.
It is very important for us to be confident that when the time comes for our puppies to leave, we have made the RIGHT DECISION in choosing their “forever family.”
Labradors from Gerulis Kennel bring joy to families across the globe – they are already living in Germany, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, the USA, Spain, and France. This is the best proof of our commitment to quality breeding and responsible practices.
Before leaving for their new homes, all puppies have: Pedigree documents, Microchip, Required vaccinations, Health passport, Puppy care guide, A special gift package.
We are always happy to keep in touch with our puppy families and provide advice whenever needed.
FCI Registration Certificate No.: 101/17.
VMVT Registration No.: LT 77-33-009
Taking responsibility for a dog can be a pleasant and rewarding experience for you and your family. However, remember that the decision to get a dog should not be made lightly.
Responsible care and love for a dog can bring you many wonderful benefits. One of the most important is trust and friendship. Unconditional love for a lifetime.
