There were several items left behind at the Piedmont Specialty this past weekend. Jackets, chairs, eye glasses, brush, really cute dogs {ok..only kidding on that one} I will be bringing things identified to the Atlanta Specialty. Please email me if you left any...
I am going to watch the breed on Tuesday. Does anyone know if we are allowed to bring our own chairs or if there are chairs around the breed ring? TIA! :)
My vet has turned me onto Prozyme and I've heard that Pumpkin works. This is a truly disgusting habit that is making me crazy. I would love to hear from people who have actually corrected this behavior.
Could it be because they are frozen?? She never did this in th...
I have a 9 1/2 month old puppy that has never showed any signs of lameness until yesterday. There was a lot more activity than usual but we are usually pretty active anyway. Puppy came up moderately lame last evening after resting for a few hours. This morning see...
I have a girl who started heat cycle on 29th of January. I've been progesterone testing her and she's been progressing. Started out at .2 then 1.0 then 2.0. We were going to test her tomorrow again. Because I was waiting on results on Friday and didn't hear anyth...
About what weight are your females right before you breed them? I just had a missed breeding with my girl who weighted 76# and vet seemed to think that it was because she was overweight. I am not sure I agree so wanted to kinda get a poll for what weight.She seemed t...
For me, it's 6 one way, half dozen the other to Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Buffalo distance-wise...anybody want to refer me to a reputable Vet/Cardiologist who you trust to do the Cardiac Dopplers on your dogs? Since I'm a "newbie" and it is my first experience with...
Is there something explaining the difference of getting a puppy from a good breeder vs a not-so-good breeder, that I can forward to people who ask why our puppies are more then puppies from some "breeders" ?
I know one was posted a while back, but I can't seem to...
and is trying to decide whether or not to do this breeding based on having to miss Potomac? My bitch was 3.4 yesterday. Looks like I'll have to stay home this year, unless I skip this breeding. Decisions,decisions!
I am new to horses and was wondering something.. A horse we "were" interested in is a "tight" line breeding. The Sire is also the Grandsire on the Dam's side. So a father/ daughter breeding... Is that common practice in horses? It doesn't sound right to me. TIA to al...
I have a 2+ year old male in a run next to the girls (he has 1 girl in with him as well). My problem is that he somehow starts making a little a hole in the chain link fence & then pushes his way through it so it is a large hole & he gets into the girls run. I have...
My vet recommended this food and I've read good reviews...i understand that it's ingredients aren't the best...but it looks like a good middle of the road dog food.
I hope to find out if anyone has ever dealt with, or heard about the following.
One of my males, 20 months old, got away from us and chased a car. Nobody saw what exactly happened, but my husband heard a yelp, and the dog in question ended up obviously lame on his...
Many of you knew Joan Clarke of Trelawny Labradors. She started in labradors way back when and I met her when she had her first champion, Ch. Heibeau's Royal Punch and I had my first labrador, Ch. Walden's Blackbird CD.
Joan and Cliff Clarke were loved by the labrad...
A year ago I placed a lovely boy with a wonderful home. I made sure to tell both the husband and wife (and put it in the contract) that if something were to ever happen and they could not keep him that he was to come back to me. Now nothing has happened and they lov...
My 1 year old lab does not really like to eat. I have to stand over her at times to get her to focus. She seems completely disinterested in every food that I have tried, i.e. Cal Natural, Innova, Verus
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
thanks.
Just curious if anyone out there has gotten results recently with Ingen or know of anyone who has? Mine are still waiting to be processed. No replies to my emails that I have sent for a month or more.
In another post someone has 2 Labs home alone all day, outside until after dark. Neighbors are complaining they are barking. Does everyone have a right to a dog? What is the point of puppy applications unless it is to eliminate a potential home that might not work...
Anyone have these?
Which are better, the Muckster Pet Lovers Muck Boot or the Camp Edgewater Muck Boot(available at my TSC)?
Other than the color and sole pattern I can't see much difference. Is the Camp Edgewater waterproof?
Thanks
Finally heard back from the vet today about my necropsy on
my girl.
All 3 of my vets stayed after office hours on monday to do the
necropsy, witch I appreciate. They all took a special in tress in
my girl and her condition.
Under the circumstances I had t...
Anyone from Jersey south have any idea when the storm will be over? Is it stopping today? tonight?
I`m planning on leaving Maine about 8 pm on Thursday and driving straight through. Think it will be done snowing than?
Thanks for any info anyone has.
Tammy
If this is a repeat, I'm sorry. Computer problems.
Libby (show chairperson), asked Fil Craver to relay a message that ALL the roads on the east coast, going to the Piedmont specialty are all clear. I 95 is a little congesrted, but ALL the interstates are clear,...
I received a call today from the friend of a man I sold a dog to. The guy I sold the dog to died unexpectedly, and his wife does not want the dog. The friend has been keeping the dog, and is the one who thought to call me. I told him that per the contract the dog...
Have any of you tried the product called Milkade by Happy Jack for bitches nursing ? Im looking into it because I think my girl may have acidic milk supply. Her puppys at about 7 days old were having the loose poops, and no distress at all. We have used f...
I contacted Purina to ask the question if there had been an ingred. change in this formula-here is the response:
We appreciate your interest in our products. Please know that the Purina(r) Pro Plan(r) brand Dog Food-Sensitive Skin & Stomach Formula -Adult Dog Food...
Has anyone ever been able to get a dog that really didn't like the ring to show really well? I have two separate lines and one in particular is so soft that they wag so hard that they wiggle themselves right out of a stack and keep their ears down which I'm thinking...
Managed to ketch up on all the Drama post for the day and are off to bed,
but before I go to bed I will be praying for some of you that you
will have some type of peace in your lives.
Please remember that we should all try to be kind to one another
as we are a...
I have two labradors that I put in an outdoor covered run during the day when I work and the weather permits so they can play with each other. I live in the country far off the road and am renting the house. The closest neighbor, the owner of the house I rent is ab...
This is for a friend of mine who has a French Bulldog. I told her I would see if someone on here could help. She sent these emails that I am posting.
I've been having a real hard time with Onyx lately. He's really sick. Can you please tell me about any illnesses...
Today i was playing with my black girl Jenna and while rubbing her tummy, I found that one of her back breast was swollen i squeezed it gently and a light green smelly infection came out, quite alot of it. She may be expecting, if so about 3 weeks. I called my vet to...
What is the temperature needed on the surface of a whelping box floor to prevent a herpes outbreak? Any special precautionary hints used by experienced breeders would be appreciated. I know of several litters lost recently from herpes and it scares me.
If anyone can supply me with the names of the regular judges from last years Pioneer Valley Specialty, I would appreciate it. You may e-mail me privately.
TIA
In response to the TVD/clearance or lack of post below...
SHAME on ppl with Stud Dogs that are available to the public for not having appropriate clearances AND for misleading Bitch owners into thinking they do!
As a Bitch owner it is my personal decision as to...
First my friend has her dog at the ER vet as i type this but with 2 car accident dogs, it will be a bit before they can see her.
My friend came home from work today and her year old female was panting hard, she took Mollys temp and it was 105, she took her to the v...
I have a boy that has been on vetsulin for over a year now-my vet has told me that they will no longer be able to get this medication and that I must bring my boy in so that they can keep him to try and switch him over to human insulin.
Has anyone else heard of this...
Hurry, I just found this "name the 35th anniversary print" contest.
It ends at midnight tonight. Go to lrcp.com for directions. You could win one of the adorable Jane Partin prints!
Just want to let everyone know Jersey Skylands will be hosting their annual Spring Health Clinic on Sunday, April 25, 2010 in Newburgh, New York from 10 am to 1 pm. Services offered include ACVO eye exams, cardiac auscultation/echo exams, rabies vaccine and Heartwor...
Si I don't get too overwhelmed by info I don't unstand ANYWAY, can you cmputer savy people out there in forun land reccomend a good quality one with fax and copy capabilities? (keeping in mind everyone is looking for a good deal!!!)
Thanks!
I have a long time friend who had a pup out of my very first litter. He was just a pet, but died about 5 months ago at the age of 13. She is looking, now, for an English Cocker and I thought maybe I could help her. It's been a while since I've shown, bred, etc. and r...
how is it looking for you all from the north east and ohio, pa area,coming to piedmont ? weather looks bad,,we are ok here in south,,just ready to build an ark,,but no snow,,stay safe
I am having a big problem cutting my boys nails. He fights any attempt to cut or dremel them and he is way to strong for me to manhandle. The vet can't even cut them without knocking him out to do it. He doesn't mind his feet/nails being touched and I can massage his...
I usually have litters in Summer, this year it is late February. Question, what do people use to keep puppies warm. I am thinking of heat lamps. My whelping box is made of wood and is 5'x4'. Where can I find them? How many to use? What is a good temp. for the floor o...
Wanted to share with everyone Ch. Lenches Teddy Bear passed away Saturday at the age of 15 years old. He was Nancy's constant companion intill he died. He was a once in a lifetime dog that did it all. He had the best outlook on life and such a wonderful show dog t...
Being fairly new to the breed, I whelped alitter a few weeks ago. I am preparing their evalution information and I was directed here to see if any of you have specific forms or how you go about conformation evaluations. Your advice is greatly appreciated.
I have a 7 week old male pup that as of 4 weeks the bite (gums looked good) they have really gone off these last two weeks. Almost 1/2 inch difference. He is sold to pet family and I have told them about the over bite, but it seems to have gotten worse and I am worri...
When we go out to buy a house, we have be certain that its big enough for our family.We would never buy a 1 bedroom house when one would have 5 kids, that wouldnt make sense! It wouldnt be a good match.
When we are breeding we must look for a male or female that is...
We are considering putting in small garden pond with a filter and pump. We had one years ago and loved the look of the flowers and sound of the water. We will, of course, cover it with screen when we have puppies but I am wondering about possible problems with lept...
As breeders we are individually and wholly responsible for what we choose to do within our own breeding program. If you made a poor choice than suck it up and learn from it! Everyone does differently and that you must accept and deal with. This is no easy hobby an...
Liz says the sibling pair count is now 17. That means, it will only take another 8 pairs and the mapping study can begin.
THIS IS REALLY IMPORTANT! When the researchers are able to offer a test, if you submitted blood for the study you will be told the results...
Please forgive me in advance. I am mad and sad at the same time of
writing this, as I had to put down one of my beloved girls at the age of
3Y today due to a heart condition. The vet thinks it could be TVD, my first
case in the 16 years of breeding.
When I b...
I don't want to embarrass myself by contacting one of the handlers. Can anyone tell me *about* how much it would be to send my girl to Florida for all the shows?
Would $3000 be about right?
HELP!!! I am a newbie yellow lab(bitch) owner. She is 14 months old and has developed a rash, which we have been trying to eliminate for the past six months. This is what we have tried: 1. first round of antibiotics and prednisone - rash went away and then came b...
Congratulations to Sue Willumsen and her new Champion "Walter" Willcare To Fly Under the Radar. A special congratulations to Kathy Mines and Team for their expert handling. I look forward to seeing the new Chocolate Champion in the Best of Breed ring this upcoming...
I am breeding one of my bitches for the second time in a few months. Just wanted your opinion on something.
Last time we tested her at 6, 10, and 13 days. 6th day was
Tonight our family is mourning the passing and celebrating the life of our wonderful girl Teal, CH Gingerbred Cutter's Delite JH! Last night she went to bed happy and passed on quietly in her sleep. She was 14 years old. She has always lived with both her breeders...
It is with a very heavy heart and great sadness that I announce the passing of my beloved Mystic, in his 13th year.
My tribute to him is posted on his page on my website.
When I got involved in the fancy and rescue I heard a term I had never heard before - he...
Just a brief follow up to thank all for your suggestions to help my old guy! I am very pleased to state that I started him on METACAM 3 days ago, and today I saw a big change in him, the limp is 75% gone and he moves out in a whole different way. I have ordered the E...
I have a 3 year old girl that just wont quit with ear infections, tried different vets and nothing. Black stuff comes out of her ears I clean them up and treat them and its back in a week. Any suggestions that may be of help??? TIA
It's seldom that my relatives in Maryland can brag about severe weather that would impress a Wisconsinite outside of hurricane season, but it sounds as if they've got a doozy of a storm going right now. How is everyone doing?
If you have breeder friends in the Mid-Atlantic States please check on them. Parts of Virginia are without power and will remain that way until Tuesday. They may need generators, dog food or just emergency advice. CALL THEM, much of the phone service is still work...
Regarding the accuracy of progesterone testing. Is the key how the vet techs process the specimen or how the lab doing the testing does the test? Is Idexx or Antec better as far as labs go?
Any vet techs that can explain the process from their end? Certain typ...
HELP!!! I am a newbie yellow lab(bitch) owner. She is 14 months old and has developed a rash, which we have been trying to eliminate for the past six months. This is what we have tried: 1. first round of antibiotics and prednisone - rash went away and then came b...
It seems as though regulations have changed since I flew my puppy to Canada last summer. I have now read that a special veterinarian within each state has to examine the pup for international travel. My private vet completed the health cert. last July/ Effective O...
I'm looking into purchasing a microchip scanner that is universal (scans all types of chips). Is there any other type of scanner besides the ProScan 600 that anyone can recommend?
Looking at a stud with this on his CERF. Did some research and many say it can be caused by injury... But on the vertical pedigree it has been passed down several generations... Does anyone know anything about this in Labs and the significance?
Do you know of any other 30% protein, 20% fat foods that I could add to my list?
Purina Pro Plan Performance
Eagle Pack Super Premium Power Pack
Fromm Family Foods Grain-Free Surf & Turf for Dogs
Royal Canin Maxi Labrador Retriever 30 Formula
Exclusive Chicken...
Hello everybody :)
I am waiting for my female to come in. She was last time in heat in April 29th to May 19th 2009. People have told me that this is normal and I should just wait patiently for her to come in.
Does any one here has a similar experience where a bitc...
It appears we brought kennel cough home from the vet's office last week. My girl had an x-ray to count for # of puppies on Tuesday, whelped on Thursday and now she's got kennel cough. What should I anticipate? Can I give her Robitussin? What about the puppies? N...
looking for a yellow boy out of Gordy that is either has clearances and/or prelims. And maybe some litters on ground. Please Advice TIA Want one with his build and his TEMPERMANT!!!!!!! Love that old boy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"News from the Courts
Pennsylvania – On December 29, 2009, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court held that the non-profit group that enforces Pennsylvania's animal control laws does not qualify for governmental immunity from lawsuits that result from that work. The...
Hello Westminster Exhibitors:
The Labrador Club, Inc. will have both a writer (me) and a photographer (John Ownren) ringside and in the benching areas for this show, eager for your stories and photos for a future issue. If you're interested in your dog appearing i...
Just wondering if other people are encountering Puppy Buyers price shopping instead of quality/health/temp. of your puppies. What few calls or e-mails I am getting right now they are ALL wanting me to either give them a Bargain or a Discount on my puppies. They do...
what is the poll on the spread of this lately?
anyone on here dealt with it or know someone that has delt with it in the past few years?
brucellosis is rare in US livestock due to heavy eradication methods, just curious about canines?
I am getting ready to use frozen semen on my girl. It belongs to me and there are 31 inseminations worth.
I have not spoken with my repro vet yet about this topic, but wanted some advice from the "pros" on this forum.
He does both surgical and transcervical - wh...
Help Please. I have been doing my research and wanted to know if there is any males or upcoming males that are out of Gordy that are black. Have prelim/clearances etc. Would love to hear . Haven't been able to go to show this past year due to a scare with Cance...
I am looking at changing from a more commercial line kibble to something like Wellness or Orijen. What have you all found changing your dogs from commercial to more (I call them) specialty type diets? Do any of them have breeder discount clubs?
TIA
I have a 1 1/2 years old boy. He is all good but his chest has not dropped. Should I give up? How much can they take on filling up and doping the chest?
TIA
I have a four month old puppy with good bone.....how do I keep that bone?....is it possible to lose it? or can I maintain it through excellent nutrition??I am feeding him Wellness large breed puppy food...26% protein....is that too high??....can you recommend somethi...
My 3 yo bitch just had a normal season starting Sept 20. It's only been 4 mos and 10 days and apparently her 5 yo half sister (who has been bred and is now on her way out) has pulled her in already as I noticed she was swollen and discharging today! Same girl gets...
Just did a breeding on my girl 2 and a half weeks ago. She went out to pee and had a discharge stuck to her tail. It looked like egg whites, stringy and clear. Is this a good sign she is pregnant? I didn't think this should happen this early on.
I have a 9 year old boy thats never had ear problems in his life. About 6 months ago he got an infection, given antibiotics. It came back right after the meds ran out. The vet then gave him a diff. antibiotic and ear drops, zymox i believe? The infection came back. D...
Care of teeth is definitely something which I need to change and improve on this year. What do all of you use, how often, etc.? Any/all advice is much appreciated! TIA
I am thinking of buying a used motorhome for short weekend getaways and traveling to dog shows with 2-6 dogs. In my area of the country it is not unusual to have to drive 8-12 hours sometimes for a show. There are what appear to be some real deals on Craigslist - mid...
I have a puppy that has had a UTI for a month. The puppy is 3 1/2 month old. The vet had treated him for a couple of weeks with Clavmox. The vet just ran a culture and got the results back today, which said it was a Staph infection and it was resistant to all antibio...
I have a 4 year old bitch. Healthy, enough food, water exercise. Problem she swallows rocks, I'm not talking pebbles, little stones, I'm talking rocks that are 1 1/2 inches in length by 1/4 inch thick, all rounded at the edges. Is she missing something in her diet...
I was ordering Heartgard on-line and saw the Iverheart Max, which covers round, hook and now tape worm. Does anyone use this product? Any feedback?
Thank you.
I thought this was discussed not too long ago, but did a search with no results. I have had a family contact me about adding a Lab to their family. They have never owned a dog before and I was thinking of suggesting some puppy rearing/ training books to them. What do...
I have misplaced a picture of a very pretty face someone sent me of a Scrubs baby. If you have recently sent me a picture could you possible resend to me. Thank You
I need to contact Brent Hadley and cannot find him using Google. He judged sweeps last year at Greater Atlanta. If anyone has an e-mail, phone number or address, please contact me privately.
Thanks for any help.
Ok, is there a BEST DJD remedy that seems to work better for everyone needing this out there before I go through the process of trial and error? Not looking to SAVE money but rather SPEND it wisely and efectivelly for my old timer! TIA
My bitch is half way through her pregnancy. She is being fed PPlan Adult, 3 cups per day. I was told by my vet to increase gradually by adding 1/2 mid day. He also wants me to switch her to puppy food when she is 6 weeks along. I have seen so many posts on here to no...
Winners Bitch, Best of Winners, Best of Breed:
Trinity's Hidden Treasure
Owners: Stacey & Starkey Green (Greenstone)
Trinket also won a Sporting Group 4!!!
Winners Dog: owned by Michael Silva
I apologize for not having any names other than the Green's gir...
Hi, My Veteran girl, Georgia was Best Veteran on Saturday and Sunday.
We were given the wrong ribbon on Sunday, and it was my mistake not to notice it until after I got home last night.
So, if anyone has the BOB Best Veteran ribbon,, would you please contact me....
I've been breeding for quite some time, and usually have no problem coming up with a good name or two, but I think I've come to the end of the line as I'm stumped on this one!
I have a chocolate male, my pick puppy, and he still needs a name. The litter had a musi...
I currently have a 5 month old male that I am keeping and would like to enter in some upcoming shows. Unfortunetly he was injured when he was about 6 weeks old and it has left a scar on his muzzle. I have been told that this shouldn't matter in the ring as injuries a...
Boy there are some "hunka hunka" boys up there!
Beverly - your seniors are just too sweet with their gray muzzles - seniors rule!
And Michael give that cute little Martha a kiss on the nose for me and tell her I miss her namesake.
Thanks to all the owners fo...
Cedant web hosting converted to aplus over the weekend and as a result our web site is down. Anyone trying to look at it from the link on Buttonwood McIntosh's spotlight ad or any other way will not be able to view it until they get it fixed. Talk about bad timing! T...
A while back, someone asked about the worry of feeding high protein foods to puppies. They were worried about growth rates/joint issues....
I just had my second 'high protein fed' dog's permanent joint clearances done. Both this dog and another I have, who is 3 ye...
Haven't been to a show since late last year - just wondering if many of the recent or upcoming specialties are offering the Amatuer Owner/Handler class? All-breed shows?
Was wondering if anyone has stayed at the MainStay Suites @ Potomac? Doesn't look too far away from the show site but some of the reviews on line are questionable - so looking for any first hand info -good or bad - on it.
Thanks!
Having a dark discharge and licking herself still has 2 weeks to go. temp is 100.7 Never had this before and how I noticed she is laying on a white blanket.
Entries are closing on Wednesday 2/10. All judging will be indoors.
Saturday, Feb 27, 2010
Dogs and Bob: Manolo Queijeiro (Queijeiro)
Bitches and non-regular: Sally Bell (Borador)
Sweepstakes: (puppy and veteran) : Sheree Paskert (Cornerstone)
Sunday,...
I am sitting here watching my virgin bitch in labor tonite.Poor girl. Shes got a ful load in there. A first for me in some time .7- 9 puppies abouts.
She been in labor having the contractions where the belly is hard and she stands there, of course pan...
I have a 9 month old pup that I sent to day care and they taught her to sit. I asked them not to do it but I can't be there all the time and so many people look after her at play time.
How can I stop her from sitting in the ring?
I took her to 1 show already and...
Well, I am thrilled beyond words for my CH. Bournhall's Black Angus today taking WD for his 4th Major and a 4 point Win! He sure had some stiff competition and he is a once in a lifetime type dog.
Big Congrats to Stacey on her wins today and to Kendall and Faith...
My friend has an 11 year old pet lab that has had a couple of episodes where she collapsed and gets ridgid after running around. She's alert when it happens and doesn't seem to have any after affects. She did have a cancerous tumor removed from her jaw about 5 year...
Hello, I would like to update those that inquired awhile back. Everything will be posted on Jill's Calendar. And our website. But here is a tidbit of info.
Greater Pittsburgh LRC- Back to Back Specialties
June 24-25, 2010- Delmont, PA
Outdoor Show, Hotel, Ban...
I suppose I will go on and file with my credit card company to fight the charges from Ingen. I really wanted to give them a chance. I have emailed over and over with no replies. I know of several breeders that have test waiting since August to be processed. They clai...
I was talking with a puppy family, and oddly enough, I got this question again that really makes me wonder about the "breeders" who are providing this "fact" :
They said that another breeder told them that they are able to tell the colors and gender of the puppies...
I have a bitch that I found tape worm in her poo....she was away for 5 weeks with a family came home 4 weeks ago and I noticed the tape worm. My question is must I treat all my dogs or just her? My gang is flea free. She had a few fleas while away so I was told.
A...
CKC passed a motion in December 2009 proposed by Anita Cairns - AB rep.....stating that an additional CKC charge will be made at CKC shows for each dog whose owner is not a CKC member. This is supposed to start in June 2010. It's anothe...
To sterilize pets or not, a poll!
PLEASE VOTE (poll on left top side) and PLEASE FORWARD.
Please go to: http://www.Parade.com/pets.
Question at upper left, referring to mandatory spay/neuter:
Should owners be required to sterilize
their pets?
Please...
Hello all, I have an 11 month old girl who is just starting her show career. She is beautiful in every way, the proverbial "total package". She does well in the ring...stands for the judge, tail wagging, happy as all get out, shows her teeth fine, everything you co...
I just want to check with others to see if there is another, simpler way of registering puppies and litters than what I have been doing for the past 10 years.
Register the litter, then register individual puppies to the breeder, then transfer registration to new o...
My girl has been scratching like wild. Her pups are completely weaned and she began to blow her coat, but she cannot stop scratching. If you touch her, she starts to scratch. Is this hormonal? Has anyone seen this before?
My puppy with OCD in his ankles has been on medications and confined to his crate for the last 2 month. Vet says it can take 1-2 more month. Is this the normal? He is 8 month old now, and he is just little better than 2 month ago.
I will be attending my first Westminster Show on Tuesday the 16th. I'm hoping someone can give me the low down on general admission tickets. Can I get a ticket the morning of the show at the box office, and if so, how early would I need to arrive? Labs aren't showing...
Did anyone get a chance to see the Today Show? A yellow Lab puppy bred by Maryann Czerwinski and Donna Sevchuk made his debut as one of the AKC's top 5 breeds. Congratulations!
I have done extensive research for EIC clear dogs, but the pedigrees I want to use are either carriers or untested. So, now I'm just trying to broaden my search. I remember in the past there were postings of a voluntary listing of EIC clear dogs so I'm asking if th...
Just curious to know why some breeders continue to pay for websites and not udpate for 5-10 years.
It seems like a waste of money to me. Not saying you should update every day, or even every year, but when all the dogs on your site have now passed away and there'...
I have a litter on the way and do not plan to remove dew claws. However while I still have time to re-think my decision, I would appreciate any words of wisdom from those with years of experience. All of the stories that I have heard so far are second or third hand...
permission to crosspost received. It is one of our own that needs help.
Sunday at the Ventura show in the photo area a Swiss Mountain Dog attacked the show photographer, Kitten Rodwell, and ripped off most her ear. They could not find all of her ear and she spent...
How long after a season should I wait for OFA x rays to be taken? I know many have had x rays done around or during heat cycles, but I prefer to wait. How long is my question, to help ensure the most accurate results?
Can anyone recommend a mercury free fish oil brand for a dog with hip dysplasia?
I've been looking at them and none of them that I see say mercury free. I must be looking in the wrong place so any guidance is appreciated.
Thanks.
Hello All...
JSLRC will again be hosting an All Breed Health Clinic at Blairstown Animal Hospital in Blairstown NJ, on Sunday Feb 7th from 9am till 2pm.
We're offering a host of services including Echos, Auscultations, CERF exams, Optigen & EIC testing, vacci...
Note on the Fridge for Pets:
FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE PETS, THIS IS A TRUE STORY. FOR THOSE THAT DON'T, IT IS A TRUE STORY. The following was found posted very low on a refrigerator door.
Dear Dogs and Cats: The dishes with the paw prints are yours and con...
My yellow girl has a very pink nose this winter, more than before. I have seen black out used and it looks like they colored it in. Any other suggestions?
I have a predicament...I have 2 shows coming up this weekend, and one of the bitches I entered went into her first heat this past Friday. Under normal circumstances I'd just pull her, but these are very small shows and I'm pretty sure it will break the point if I do...
Looking for info for a friend whose 15 yr old neutered lab recently diagnosed with Colitis. Any info/suggestions/experience on how to manage this would be appreciated. TIA
Have any of you had a bitch with septic mastitis( temp 104, lethargic, close to rupture, etc) that went on to have subsequent litters with no issues?
Also did they lose any puppies from the litters that they had the mastitis with?
I have done much research in...
I haven't been on here much lately, as my allotted internet time seems to be taken up with facebook and the barrel horse world discussion board, but I have a huge brag I just had to share--Coal is a Champion! He finished this weekend with a bang, going WD and BOB u...
Dear Breeders
I was told of this site and hope that you can give me some advice. I purchased an 8 week old male puppy from a breeder in NJ who has been breeding for many years. We are a first time puppy owner, I have two young children 6 and 8. We can not pet...
Hi All,
I have a maiden bitch who's had a temperature drop almost 48 hours ago. She is in no sign of distress and I have been in contact with my vet yesterday at noon. He said she would probably go into the night. No puppies yet. She still seems to be in stage one...
Just FYI vaccines are going up by the manufacturers in March. I just got off phone with Revival and Vangaurd that we use is going up 42%!!! OUCH! I'm used to the typical small yearly March manufacturer increase, but geez! So stock up now if you can.
I have a litter of eight week old puppies that are barker's. They go out for an hour to two every couple of hours to play. Run around the house with adult dogs. Get plenty to eat, but when I put them in thier pen(12x10)so I can get other things done or at night t...
I have a puppy who was only 6 oz. at birth. Now at 4 wks. she is 2 lbs. 11 oz. Compared to her siblings she is gaining at the same rate. She seems fine, was the first to open her eyes and is the first to run for attention when I get in the box with them. My question...
Please indulge me as I sit here at 3:00 in the morning, not wanting morning to come, knowing it must and praying what follows goes quickly.
Today, I am putting down my beloved Abe. . .
Abe, the dog, who is not in your pedigree.
Abe, the dog, who never finish...
Forgive my impatience....must be the recent warm weather southern NY has experienced, but my thoughts have turned to April and this year's Potomac. Can anyone from LRCP share whether there will be an educational seminar as in previous years? I've checked the websit...
Can anyone recommend a good hotel/motel for the Atlanta specialty in Marietta? I have the list from the premium, but it does not say which hotels accept dogs. Would like something that takes dogs, is reasonably priced, close to the show site and in a safe neighborhoo...
I have tests waiting to be processed at Ingen. I have emailed over and over with no replies from Sherrill or Rick. Three weeks, a few emails I send each week. Today I was speaking to a small dog breeder and Ingen came up in conversation.She told me that her breeder f...
OK, I have to ask, with it inside the front cover of the LQ and on the back cover of Just Labs, is the new ad campaign Purina is running "This could be the year we steal someone's thunder." a photo of Jen? and what dog?
On another breed list they were talking about bathing there dog's in Murphy's oil soap (orginial) to keep Tick's and Flea's off there dog's that run in the field. One person said she has been using it for about ten year's,with no ill affect.
Has anyone used this and...
My 2 1/2 year old lab has a yeast infection in both ears. The vet prescribed prednisone, ketoconazole, and mometamax ointment. I've used the mometamex before, never the others. I'm just concerned about giving him a steroid (prednisone). Especially since the first 2...
I need some thoughts here, and some help if possible.
This is a first for me. I did a breeding and all the pups grew to be nice healthy labs. I repeated the breeding and again got nice healthy labs. First litter was 6 pups, second litter was 7 pups. I just got a...
help! my 6 month old lab and 2.5 month old lab pups have ticks! i think the carrier was 2.5 month old pup that i just recently acquired from a so called reputable breeder.. Unfortunately, i didnt check if the pup has ticks when i got it. Any home remedy that is effe...
I'm curious to see if anyone else has dealt with pups this size at such a young age.
Pups were born weighing in at a "normal" 15-17 ounces; only three in litter. At one week, they were weighing in at 2.5-3 pounds and are now 4.5-5 pounds at 2 weeks!
I'm used t...
Someone dropped a mixed breed dog here and she is clearly expecting puppies, i dont know how far along she is but probably due soon. She has an ear infection. Is there any home remedy out there than i could use on her? any replies would be appreciated. Honestly i don...
hi there just wanted to know if any of you as breeders would use ground transportation to ship pups or to get show dogs to handler or anyother reason shipping a dog might be done. personal care service I would think would be something some might be interested in if...
Happy New Year to everyone.
Just a quick *head's up* that Feb & March are 2fer months. Any Spotlight Ads placed in February, also carry over to March for free. Please check the rates, (as I found it necessary after 7 years to have an increase in ad prices)
I'...
was wondering of any of you would consider an alternative transportation for puppies to there new families and or transportation of show dogs to show for handler pick up ......... ground transportation with 2 people for total care while traveling, treated like there...
Just wondered what the latest phone is and what some of you use. I'm thinking of switching service and getting a new phone to check emails etc.
I-pod, Blackberry, Droid, what do you use??
I'm curious am I the only person still waiting on results from Ingen? I submitted a PRA test in late Aug and have been very patient but I am losing it fast. Of 5 attempts to contact only one ever was answered. Rick promised the week of CHristmas they were up and ru...
I have a 10 month old male who is my first conformation dog. He is doing very well in the ring-behaves, stacks, gaits nicely, etc. He knows basic obedience commands and is easy to train, but I haven't worked with him on heeling because I wasn't sure if that would int...
Does anyone have experience with a PRA diagnosis in an Optigen clear dog? I'm aware there are other forms of PRA beyond the prcd form which we test for. I'm just not familiar with them and am looking for input from others who have been in this unexpected situation. T...
I noticed my week old pups were a little loose earlier today, and now they are downright runny. Mom is fine. Vet, of course, is closed. What can I give to otherwise healthy babies to stop the runs?
Hello everybody :)
I am just curious on what kind of food you are giving your dogs? I give mine Pro Pac superpremium pet food and I am happy with what it does for my dogs. Have any of you tried Pro Pac for your dogs? If not what kind of dog food are you feeding your...
What do you guys use to trap the mud when the dogs come inside the house. It is driving me crazy having to mop paw prints several times a day.
I've used an old comforter I put down when it rains, but still mud makes its way in.
I have a friend who is need of a training center
Which teaches beginning to advanced agility or flyball. In the Harrisburg area. or surrounding towns. I hope someone can email me with some ideas.
TIA
I had some wonderful hints someone had posted once on help with young dogs that back away from judges.
I can't find them anywhere. Not sure if someones web page with help or where I found them. Things like let someone play the judge and hands treats to pup when you...
What is the earliest you have ever had a ring call?
What was the latest you have ever had a ring call?
What was the longest delay in judging (IE - outdoors for rain, snow, wind etc.)? The latest time your remember that BIS was concluded? Has anyone ever been at a s...
How many of you would wait to decide on a bitch until she 2yrs of age?
She's a bit taller then what I hoped for, head a bit smaller then I hoped for. She just came into heat, so i'm hoping now she'll fill in more.
I believe in Europe they give there labs until ag...
My 12 month old bitch is on an antibiotic for 10 days, and I was wondering if anyone gives anything exra while their dogs are on an antibiotic? Anything to prevent UTI or yeast infection? Crancaps or anything?
Thanks!
I am just wondering because seizures typically don't happen so young, if some of the seizures reported in the young puppies could actually be EIC? Could a pet family be playing the puppy real hard and end up with a collapse and not seizure at all?
Getting ready to start showing. I need a FULL LIST of what I need. Ex. cages, shoes?? Leashes. What do all of you have for yourselves and your Car???
How much money do you think it will run?
Can i get some website links for show leads please. Since i live in Canada...i've purchased mainly from the show booths themselves. have a good assortment of serpentine, slips and nylon and leather.
One of my puppy families want to show their girl - she's still y...
My girl had a litter and as time goes by she is loosing a lot of hair, I know is normal but I think this is too much.
What can I give her to help?, fish oil?
Thanks,
We are trying to come up with a solid AKC name for a new lab puppy. It needs to be patriotic. Can anyone come up with anything? Would appreicatate any suggestions. Thanks!
I am working with a freind over seas to do an optigen test on some of her lab puppies. We were hoping to get in on the optigen discount days they have offered this coming week from jan 25-29. If we complete the form for the optigen test on -line this week. W...
I am not likely to ever send the results into OFA so that isn't a factor in my decision.
Given that, have those that have used DDC for their EIC testing been satisfied with the quality and timeliness of service?
I would like to find a photograph of
CH Rainell's The Beat Goes On
Does anyone know if there is a site I can view a photograph of him?
TIA for your guidance.
I'm trying to book our airline tickets to go to Piedmont and we'd like to fly home Sunday evening after the show. The only problem is I cannot remember about what time that show is usually over on Sunday. Does anyone have any idea whether it would be over by 3:30?...
For the purpose of education and healthy debate, can someone of you who say that CERFing a whole litter gives you valuable information explain what that information does for you? How it helps? Assume the dogs in question are all hypothetically PRA clear either thro...
I have a 6 month old pup that is measuring 20 in. right now. Is this about the right size for her age? Her mother is 21 in. and the sire is 23 in. At what age do the females stop growing? TIA
I have a new litter, and the mom will allow them to nurse, but she will not pay any attention to them otherwise. She will not lick them, so of course, I'm having to stimulate them to get them to urinate and move their bowels. I've thought of trying to rub something...
Hey!
Question for all of you.
Scenario:
I have an EIC Clear tested girl. Breed to a boy who when asked about EIC says they don't believe the test. Pups born and all are tested. Stud owner implied I shouldn't post results. They are my pups and I paid for the te...
I have a question for the judges out here. I will try to call AKC later.
I am judging sweeps for an upcoming Weim Specialty that is being held in conjunction with an all breed show. After I judge, can I show my Labs??
I am posted this for a very upset breeder friend that is very much in need of help. I hope someone out there has some idea what this is.
Litter was born on their due date. All puppies were about one pound. All born via vaginal birth (no c-section or interventio...
Just wondering about anyone's experience with their products. Have you used and/or seen results with Gain & Shine or Grow Hair. As well, any thoughts on their Digestive Enhancer or Calm Caps. I have a dog whom I "re"inherited that needs some TLC. Thanks.
There have been a few posts with inquiries on new puppies and new moms.
There were moms that won't lick, moms that are aggressive towards their new puppies, and puppies that are dying. Just wondering if all the posts are related to the same person or if all are d...
I've always been curious how other breeders determine how much activity their girls get in the days following a breeding. I generally keep mine rather isolated and quiet for a week....no swimming during pregnancy. Common sense would dictate that very rough play with...
I am feeding Proplan Preformance to 3 dogs and Proplan Senior to one. I see that the senior food is 28% protein and the preformance is 30. I am concerned that this is high. The reason I looked is I have one girl who is 8 and on Innova. I thought she should be on...