The Golden Retriever has won its way into America's heart as a wonderful companion, friend and all-purpose hunting dog.
Maryle Malloy was born in San Francisco, CA and grew up in northern California. She currently resides in Palm Desert, CA. From a very early age, dogs have been her abiding passion.
Growing up, her family owned several wonderful "shelter dogs." She credits them with helping her navigate the ups and downs of childhood and the teen years. In 1968 she acquired her first AKC registered dog, a Gordon Setter puppy named Tonya. In order to keep up with this puppy's high sporting drive, Maryle studied with Field Trainers and campaigned in a number of Field Trials. Through the years she owned several other breeds, notably two Dobermans and her "horse dog," a grand Australian Shephed. In 1989 she acquired her first Golden Retriever and immediatly knew this was the perfect dog for her.
Goodtimes Golden Retrievers was founded in 1991 when her foundation bitch, Ch. Quillmark's Spring Fling (Trina) whelped her first litter. Trina was bred twice and produced 15 puppies; (7) champions, (3) multiple Best in Show winners, (2) National Specialty - Winner's Dog and Winner's Bitch and the 1997 Best of Breed at Westminster. Between 1991 and 2001 she bred two litters per year and produced 25 champions, foundation stock for Guide Dogs of the Desert, search and rescue dogs, and outstanding family companions. In addition to conformation titles,she also competed in field and obedience events.
In 2004, the Dog Writer's of America awarded her book The Golden Retriever, An Owner's Survival Guide with a coveted literary award.
Maryle has provisional status as an AKC Judge for Golden Retrievers and Junior Showmanship. In addition to writing, Maryle is a Management and Marketing Consultant in the field of veterinary medicine.
