CH Turning Point's Luke (11/24/03)

(Luke and his "pet" Cody at left)

Our then five-year old son, Cody, had been  BEGGING for a puppy for going on three years.  Not considering ourselves "dog people", we resisted until we met Baby Luke and it was love at first sight (for not only Cody, but the whole family ... ok, especially me).  Thankfully for us, Luke was a dream puppy and was completely potty trained by 11 weeks old.  Luke is a loving, loyal and active member of the family and wonderful in a million ways.  Luke is a very social dog as well, and is known for rounding up "doggie play groups" in the neighborhood.  He'll go door to door, barking for his pals to come out and play!  The only slightly annoying thing about Luke is that he LOVES LOVES LOVES balls just a bit too much in that he wants us to throw him balls 24x7.  We try to give him a "ball fix" at least an hour or so every day.  Luke's good looks and temperament eventually went on to win him a 2005 Championship conformation title under the highly competent hands of his professional handler ... none other than Jan Norton.  Jan has been a wonderful trainer, coach and friend.  Luke and Jan have turned the Halle family into a first-class "dog loving" family (especially Cody who wears Luke's collar around when Luke is gone).  Thank you Turning Point Labradors!

- Carrie Halle

Turning Point's "Diesel" (9/11/05)

(Diesel and his pet "Casey")

Not to be outdone by her twin brother Cody and, given the FABULOUS experience we had with Turning Point Labradors, the Halle family added Baby Diesel to the clan this fall.  Diesel is also a dream puppy and potty trained by 11 weeks.  Diesel is our calm "lover" dog in that he curls up on your laps and purrs just like a kitty.  And just like his mother Haley, Diesel always needs to carry some treasure around in his mouth.  And his intelligence is second to none (he learned all of his basic commands by 14 weeks old).  We are THRILLED with Diesel and, again, thrilled with Turning Point Labradors who consistently breeds top-quality Labrador Retrievers.  Thanks, Jan!

- Carrie Halle

Turning Point's "Seamus" (9/51/03)

As someone who had an unease of dogs, I was first struck by the temperament of Jan's Labradors while attending my son's Little League game.  Jan was attending a game and brought one of her puppies.  The dog was so settled and loving and patiently sitting that I actually started thinking about getting a dog.  My next step was to visit Norton Farm so that I could see if all of the dogs were so agreeable.  After spending time with all of Jan's dogs, it was clear what wonderful dogs Jan had and we put down a deposit for her next litter on the spot!

Our dog Seamus has been a wonderful addition to the family.  He is loyal and loving and obedient.  He is very good with the three children and watches over them.  Our cat had kittens last September and you would have thought those kittens were his babies - he nuzzled them when they mewed, he laid next to them and kept them warm while their mother went for a walk.  He even laid them gently on his chest and bathed them!

He is the sweetest of pets and is dearly loved by all who meet him.  Our family hightly recommends Turning Point Labradors.

- The Seccombe family

Turning Point's "Nyx" 

(Amy and Nyx)

This is Nyx - an energetic, tennis-ball-crazy, can't-get-enough, lovable Lab that is from none other than Turning Point Labradors.

Jen Norton is a great breeder.  She really cares about her dogs and the puppies that she puts out there.  Jan is always striving to keep the breed pure.  I see the careful process she goes through to pick what dogs will breed to whom.  Then when the puppies are born, Jan is there to make sure they are right on track with growth and development.  Her involvement with puppies does not end when they go home as she is always willing to give advice and can make room in Doggie Daycare when needed.

It has been such a great experience having one of Jan's dogs.  Nyx has been a wonderful addition to my family.

- Amy Bock

Turning Point's "Josie" (5/12/04) 

We have enjoyed a wonderful experience with our puppy, Josie, and Jan Norton.  We found out we had a top Lab breeder within a few miles of our house and we were excited.  Josie is an exceptional dog and has provided us with many hours of excitement.  She is very happy and trains easily.  She is a joy to have in our home and we love her.  Jan is very involved and happy to answer any questions you might have concerning your puppy.  Our future puppies will definitely be coming from Turning Point Labradors.

- The Martin family

Turning Point's "Gus" (5/12/04) 

Gus lives in California and is learning to become a hearing service dog.

Turning Point's "Angel" (5/12/04) 

I would like to thank Jan Norton for helping us pick out just the right puppy.  Angel is a wonderful, fun loving and obedient dog.  For only a six-month old puppy, she is so easy to train!  She is currently participating in Advanced Dog Training in preparation for the Obedience Title.  She LOVES to play ball and brings it right back to me.  Angel is going to be a great working dog.  Everyone loves her.  I get a lot of comments on how nice and good looking she is.

- Patt Botts

Turning Point's "Greta" (5/2/04) 

Greta came into our home on June 28, 2004 - and it hasn't been the same since then!  She is WONDERFUL!  The joy she brings my husband and I on a regular basis is amazing.  Her favorite things are car rides, dog day's inn, treats and tummy rubs.  Jan, thank you again for breeding such a great puppy and allowing us to have her in our lives.

- The Albaugh family

Turning Point's "Tatters" (1/12/02) 

At age five, still the best doggie in the world!

- The Tattersfields

Turning Point's "Libby" 

(Libby and her friends, ALL TPL dogs!)

We got our first dog, Libby, through Jan Norton as a result of visiting Norton Farm one summer day with my four children, aged 4 through 12.  At that time, we were just starting to think about adding a dog to the family.  Jan and I started talking after I noticed a dog on the premises that had the best temperament I had ever seen (6-month old Penny).  Seeing Penny and my kids play together was all it took to seal a decision that it was the right time to add a dog to the family and Jan Norton was the breeder of choice.  We got Libby about six months later and couldn't have asked for a better family dog.  Her temperament is exceptional and many people comment on how calm she is.  She has been such a great addition to the family that we recently invested in our second Lab from Jan, Riley.  Riley is actually Libby's niece and couldn't be a more perfect puppy.  She is sweet and loves having Libby to play with.

Jan is such a conscientious breeder that we have recommended her dogs to many people over the years.  Since we first brought Libby home, several of our neighbors and family have purchased Labs from Jan Norton.  In my extended family alone, we have five (TPL) dogs, Jake, Libby, Bubba, Riley and Tally (pictured above).

- The Oriold family