ON TO UPCOMING BILLS
SB241 The anti-breeder bill. Rumor has it April 9 at 3:30 p.m. We will
keep you posted as the time nears. This is serious business, folks! $500
annual permit fee; 2 breedings in a lifetime per dog or cat; it subjects us
to inspections; it al...
Mr Roberts (Dylan) was our pick dog from El Nino's last litter. We intended to keep him but I gave him to my friend Sung Jin in Korea when Dylan was about 14 months old.
Sung Jin was only 35 years old and was suddenly diagnosed with inoperable pancreatic cancer....
New NC Bill Targets Breeders
http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3780
[Friday, March 20, 2009]
North Carolina House Bill 733, filed on Thursday, March 19th, seeks to strictly regulate dog breeding in the Tarheel State by imposing ownership and br...
Is this a new pedigree data-base or has it been around awhile?
http://www.fortheloveoflabradors.com/labradors/pedigrees_list.php
I found a dog I Googled with ease on this data-base. All the information was correct. I never knew it existed.
Where did this d...
TX-RPOA E-News
From RPOA Texas Outreach and
Responsible Pet Owners Alliance
"Animal welfare, not animal 'rights'
and, yes, there is a difference."
Permission granted to crosspost.
March 19, 2009
Responsible Pet Owners Alliance wishes to thank the San Anton...
This is posted with permission from site owner. A recent puppy customer of mine just wrote and has published a new book called, Nicky Boy, I love You, by Laura Newland. It deals with a little boys love of a Chocolate lab and his unfortunate loss of a beloved pet....
I am not going to the Potomac this year, and I have 2 rooms at the Holiday Inn Express that I can give up. Please contact me privately if you are interested.
While these measures may not affect Labs directly it's important to see a positive effect on the hard work that these folks did...
UPDATE: Illinois Bills Held For Further Amendments
[Tuesday, March 17, 2009]
SB 139 which sought to ban cropping and docking...
Please keep in mind that all of these draconian bills are meant to shock you. The people behind most of this legislation will attempt to work a compromise when you do... but your rights will still slowly be eroded once they pass in some form. It is imperative that...
Nevada Bill to Terribly Impact Responsible Dog Breeders
COPY AND PASTE THIS LINK FOR THE AKC PAGE!
http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3771
[Tuesday, March 17, 2009]
A bill has been introduced in the Nevada Senate to regulate anyone who wants...
Arkansas Seeks to Require Annual Licenses of Up to $1000 for Dog Owners and Handlers
[Monday, March 16, 2009]
A bill has been introduced in the Arkansas Senate that requires owners of 12 or more dogs of any age to purchase an annual license for the right to m...
I've had scores of requests for the LRC Scotland year book and the Richard Edwards books Sandylands and The British Show Labrador Retriever Vol 1 either to be picked up at Potomac or to be posted.
I've been on the phone to Richard and am now in the process of che...
My bitch had this with her last litter, also called SIPS. It wasn't a horrible case, but had me worried none the less. Have any of you had this happen, then bred the bitch again and did not have the SIPS happen with the subsequent litter? I was told it is a fluke...
I recall seeing a post a while back on a patch of hair missing a little down from the base of the tail on a male and seem to recall that it was somehow related to a gland on the tail???? Anything that can be done for this?
COMPLETE BILL HISTORY
BILL NUMBER : S.B. No. 250
AUTHOR : Florez
TOPIC : Dogs and cats: spaying and neutering.
TYPE OF BILL :
Active
Non-Urgency
Non-Appropriations
Majority Vote Required
State-Mandated Local Program
Fiscal
Non-Tax Levy
BILL HISTORY...
Just thought I would tell you Jeffers pet supply has a real good special on one of their crates.
We have one they are made by precision. Very well made why I just bought 2 on there special sale.This is for the large one only 36L 23W 28H My big boy fits in it just...
So sad.... Makes me nervous for my next propane delivery too...
Joyce
Martha Stewart's puppy dies in Pa. kennel blast
Mon Mar 9, 3:45 pm ET
LEHIGHTON, Pa. – Martha Stewart's chow puppy was one of 17 dogs killed in an
accidental propane explosion at...
CERF Eye Clinic – Sunday April 19th, 2009
Outskirts of Peterborough, Ontario
Offered by the Eastern Ontario Labrador Breeders Association
Open to All Breeds
Held the same day and same place of the PADOC Correction Match
Dr. Nick Whelan DVM, Diplomate ACVO...
URGENT: Chicago City Council Committee to Vote on Mandatory Spay/Neuter Ordinance March 12th!
Print This Article
[Monday, March 09, 2009]
The Chicago City Council Joint Committee on Finance and License & Consumer Protection will hear a proposed mandatory spa...
We have added a cardiac clinic with echo to the health screenings available at the Sunflower cluster shows this April. The full listing of services follows.
When: Saturday, Apr 4, 2009
Where: Kansas Coliseum - Pavilion II, Valley Center, KS
Description: Sunflowe...
North Carolina Bills Aim to Regulate Breeders
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[Monday, March 09, 2009]
North Carolina House Bill 460, sponsored by Representative Maggie Jeffus of Greensboro and Representative Margaret Highsmith Dickson of Fayetteville, and its companion...
The article gives more info - but if you sell more than 5 dogs a year in Indiana you would fall under the "Pet Dealer" laws:
http://doglawsatlarge.blogspot.com/2009/03/in-hb-1468-passes.html
What You Can Do to Help
Contact Governor Mitch Daniels and ask him...
Hey everyone... Is anyone coming to our match from the albany, ny area or western mass area that could give a b*tch a ride home for me to Nancy Rudgers??
Jen
Florida Alert: Bill Places Numerous Regulations on Dog Breeders and Owners
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[Monday, March 02, 2009]
A bill has been introduced in the Florida House of Representatives to limit dog ownership and impose numerous regulations on responsible br...
Labrador Life Line would like to thank the Jersey Skylands Labrador Retriever Club for their recent kind donation of $135.00 for Labs in need. We'd especially like to thank Bambi, Maureen Foster's yellow Lab, whose beautiful face charmed many into donating as she ca...
Friday, April 3, 2009 DFWLRC Annual Specialty Show in Denton, TX
All Regular and Non-Regular Dog and Bitch classes and Intersex: Pauline Mortier, Lubberline Labradors
All Puppy and Veteran Sweepstakes classes: Alfredo Vallejo, Alvalley Labradors
All Junior Showm...
For everyone who's been asking, I just uploaded the information onto the club website at this link:
http://www.kellyn.com/lrcgd/show.htm
Over the weekend I'm planning to add a link to LAST YEAR'S premium list, so that people interested in logistics (camping, RV...
The crate arrived one week and one day after I ordered it, which was perfectly acceptable to me. It took customer service 6 full days to respond to my email inquiry as to the status of my purchase. The crate had already arrived two days prior. I ordered a Precisio...
I was looking at my Texas Electric Coop. monthly magazine today, and I saw the cutest ad. I think it was Texas Ag Credit Assoc. It had 3 of the cutest blonde-headed boys, and a really pretty yellow lab. Of course, only Texas subscribers would see this, but the boy...
River City Labrador Enthusiasts 2009 Regional Specialty
Hi All,
RCLE Regional Specialty Show
Winnipeg, MB
Saturday May 9, 2009
Being Held in Conjunction with the Mid Canada Dog Shows
Held Outdoors!
Judge: Susan Huntzinger(Riverlane Labradors) - Al...
Don't know if any of you use this, I don't but just got this email from Purina:
Dear Pro Club Member,
As you may know, we recently made the difficult decision to discontinue the manufacturing of Purina® Hi Pro brand dog food.
Please know that this was...
No, it seems like it would be punishment enough just living with the knowledge that you really haven't lived up to your responsibility. Is there such a thing as conscience, really?? Not with everyone.
I am the owner of the "cute yellow, from the 12-18 class" that won RWB on Saturday. Jen H took her to the shows and handled her for me Friday and Sunday, and Mary C handled her on Saturday for Jen.
Thanks! :)
Does anyone have a recommendation for a site with housebreaking advice? I have been searching but everything I find seems to be partial, nothing complete and detailed. I'm thinking I'll write my own and post it on my website! Even Woodhaven was not as complete as I...
Update: United States Live Animal Shipping Policy Changes
Print This Article
[Monday, February 23, 2009]
A new directive regarding transporting live animals into/through the United States has been put into effect by the Transportation Security Administration...
A quick reminder that the information about the education seminar April 7th with Pat Hastings is in the premium list for the Potomac show. If you did not get the information please email me and I will send you a Doc with the information. Pat only does the Puppy Puzzl...
Just wanted everyone to know we have sold out of Gala Tables for the Veterans and Juniors night at Potomac, we will have plenty of bleacher seating again this year so mark your calendars for Wednesday night and join us for a fun night for all.
Occasionally, we get a submittal to LabraData from someone who sends copies of certificates, etc. by "snail mail". Usually this is because the person doesn't own a scanner and thinks it is too expensive or complicated to get one for their computer. In my latest Wal-M...
We are having a Heart clinic with Dr. Richard Kienle on Saturday March 14th. 2009 "One day only". Color Dopplers $175.00 Heart Exams by Ausculations $65.00
To schedule your dog/dogs for this clinic you can e-mail me at elkens@caltel.com
See you at our Show!
E...
PERMISSION TO CROSS POST IN IT'S ENTIRETY
The ICKC/BCKC lobbyist was able to allow me to attend the meeting this past Wednesday with the Senators involved with SB 053, HSUS, ASPCA, ISVMA, Dept of Ag and their various attorneys and lobbyists. As a show breeder/ex...
The Amateur-Owner Handled class IS NOT offered at the LRCP Spring Specialty - Potomac this year. The Premium that is being mailed out by MB-F is correct. The Premium list that is on the LRCP website IS NOT CORRECT. The LRCP Webmaster will pull down the premium and...
Is anyone going to the atlanta specialty from up in the northeast? I cannot go due to a family emergency. She is an open black b*tch, the owner would still like her to go. Even if you cannot show her, i can get someone to show her for you. Please contact me private...
Hey everyone!! Just a friendly reminder that the Pawcatuck River LRC match is on Sunday, March 8th.
Sweeps judge is Laura Witt (Minefall Labs)
Reg judge is Julie Quigley-Smith (Hollyridge Labs)
Also we are having show and go obedience for Labs only.
Judge i...
See copy below of information regarding the forthcoming demonstration planned for the final day of Crufts by the animal rights activists. They are even laying transport on!
Note....the leaflet includes the factt that the B.B.C. and R.S.P.C.A. are 'highly respected...
we are having our Spring Puppy Match, on Saturday March 14, 2009. Bring those babies out of the closet!!
Complete information can be found on our website. LRCP.com
URGENT: Responsible Indiana Dog Owners/Breeders Needed to Help Stop Breeders Bill on February 11
CALL AND FAX NOW!!!!!!!
http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3730
[Wednesday, February 11, 2009]
The Indiana House Courts and Criminal Code Committee...
Maryland Alert- Breeders Bill to Be Considered Thursday, February 12
Print This Article
[Tuesday, February 10, 2009]
The Maryland House of Representatives Judiciary Committee is scheduled to hear a strict breeders bill on Thursday, February 12.
Maryland...
I've just received this from our good friend Hugh Gent President of the Australian National Kennel Council.
"Hell came to Victoria yesterday
If you go to the ANKC Website www.ankc.org.au you will see the link to the Dogs Victoria Website where there are detail...
This website has form letters that you can use for this Illinois HB 198:
http://www.saova.org/Illinois.html
Forwarded with permission:
Dear Friends,
Illinois needs your help. Whether you are a state resident or not …
> Whether you are a pet...
Once again this year as last year, Carol Stevens will be the LRC Official Press Rep at the WKC show. If you have a dog entered and want Carol to know who he/she is, please contact me so I can forward the info to Carol.
Also, she'll be actively looking for Labrado...
The premium for the DFWLRC specialties is available on our club website, www.dfwlrc.org
just click on the link that says Annual Specialty Show. You will find the premium available on this site.
If you need more information, just send me an email.
Hope to see...
Hello,
Does anyone have black male puppies in or around the Pauma Valley CA?. This person would like one around March. I am not comfortable shipping puppies that far. I don't know who she is and she has given me no references.
So you will have to do your homework...
HB 2470 has been introduced in the OR legislature.
SUMMARY
The following summary is not prepared by the sponsors of the measure and
is not a part of the body thereof subject
to consideration by the Legislative Assembly. It is an editor¢s brief
statement o...
Please say "NO" on the proposed possible tax on Veterinary Services. CA wants to legislate a 9% tax on all veterinary services, including meds. Veterinarians, who’s training and licensing is as rigorous as that of MDs would then have their care taxed, (includi...
Since January 21, 2009, Veterinary Public Health has received reports
from several veterinary clinics that they were seeing an increasing
number of dogs with watery and bloody diarrhea. Thus far, 53 official
reports have been received, with an estimated 120 or mo...
I just got this email this morning from a a friend about one of my pups. Nothing in the history of the parents so I thought I would post here. It's too early to call my vet, I'll do that too when she opens.
Thanks in advance,
Tina
How have you been? You would b...
Could anyone make a recommendation for a hotel for the Greater Atlanta shows in Feb. I have looked at the locations online and there are several within the same area - are some more pet friendly than others?
Anyone know if there are actual facts out there on giving Activia to the dogs being either an issue or healthy?
I fell into the 14 day challenge : you know , the Activia Challenge...thinking it was a weight management thing, not realizing it was for 'regularity' H...
The American Sporting Dog Alliance strongly urges all New Jersey dog owners to contact/email members of the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee to voice clear opposition to this terrible legislation, which will destroy a lifetime of work by many of the most d...
Most of you have probably seen the Petco treats that have been recalled because they contained peanut paste or peanut butter from the company that is having a salmonella problem.
I feed SportMix peanut biscuits, so I emailed them to see if they were included in th...
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=simmons/090122
A friend sent us that story saying it reminded him of the one my husband wrote a year ago when Boaz, our lab, died in his arms.
Virginia
Hi-
About a year ago or maybe more I found a neat connection to an agility DVD (I think) on this forum. It was great and I need it for a student at my school who would like to pursue agility with his lab as his senior project for next year. Does anyone have a clu...
Please contact me privately at the above e-mail address. I will be staying with a friend and have a room available right across the street from Madison Square Garden. Dogs are allowed. -Julie
Minnesota Alert: Breeders Bills Up for Consideration on Jan. 27
[Friday, January 23, 2009]
Two Minnesota Senate proposals, SF 7 and SF 201, each featuring different breeder regulation proposals, will be heard on Tuesday, January 27, by the Senate Agriculture...
Illinois Breeders Bill Limits Dog Ownership, Unreasonably Restricts Breeders
[Wednesday, January 21, 2009]
Representative John Fritchey is sponsoring HB 198, a bill that would regulate dog breeders by limiting the number of dogs they can own and requiring li...
Hi Everyone, just a friendly reminder. The Greater Atlanta Labrador Retriever Club Back to Back Specialties are February 21st and 22nd.
Entries Close February 4th, noon
Show Location: Jim Miller Park - Marietta, GA
Show Secretary: MBF, http://www.infodog.com...
This link has been going around so I thought I would print the article on
the list.
_http://endangeredowner.blogspot.com/2009/01/hsus-turn-in-breeder-program.html
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(http://endangeredowner.blogspot.com/2009/01/hsus-turn-in-breeder-program.html)
*L*
T...
Some shelter animals going to rescue groups
By John Tompkins
The Facts
Published January 19, 2009
CLUTE — Every time a visitor arrives at Chris Roberson’s home, his 7-year-old, Clancy, warmly greets them when they open the door.
“I...
Labs as pets have taste for mayhem
Like movie’s Marley, real-life dogs are rowdy but loving.
By Sandra Eckstein
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
After running errands for 90 minutes Wednesday, Atlanta resident Courtney Dufri...
I have a boy here at a year, that has a nice thick base to his tail and a nice wrap, but there is an abrupt point where it gets thinner. There is 4-5 inches of that good thick part but then it is thinner as you go to the tip. There is an ever-so-slight feather afte...
Our kennel club sent out a link to this article today. This blog is very interesting.
http://endangeredowner.blogspot.com/2009/01/hsus-turn-in-breeder-program.html
Can anyone recommend a good resource for creating dropdown menus? I have a program I really like for creating a website, but I can not make dropdown menus with it.
For those of you folks who are making their way South for our show, we are hosting a Lowcountry seafood dinner on Saturday evening after the show at the site, under our tent, completly enclosed & with heaters! Dinner is fried fish & shrimp, red rice, green beans and...
I recieved a very nice lab gift for christmas. That actually looks like one.This is made out solid Beeswax and then fused with Cinnamon. So if you love Cinnamon as it fills your home with it. This is not a candle. She does not have a website. I can send you a pix if...
A friend of mine in another breed sent this to me. I thought it was interesting because someone asked a question about the Morgan line on here a few days ago.
http://www.biology-online.org/articles/presence_morgan-line_indicator_canine.html
Hello: I am asking about Eukanuba Large Breed Senior dog food. Have you tried it and how did your dogs do on it? I am not happy with Purina Pro Plan which I have fed for the last eight years. Need to find something better. TIA
Just a note of follow up, since a couple of people had contacted me to find out how my search was going. I was able to get clips of raw video from several different HD camcorders and also from a still camera that shoots video. After trying a couple of pieces of softw...
Hi, I'm sorry if I misspelled your name, getting old.
I lost your email and website address. You and your husband John live in Brewster N.Y. I think. Well if I'm right email me. I have good news.
Linda
URGENT: January 13th Riverside County, CA to Consider Spay/Neuter and Mandatory Microchip Ordinance
[Monday, January 12, 2009]
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors will hold a hearing tomorrow morning at 9 am to discuss an ordinance that would require...
Benedict's litter want to greet their dad,uncle and aunts a happy 4th birthday. Benedict's litter want to say thank you to their dad and their mom for giving them the extraordinare and exceptional bloodline in them. This litter is not only of excellent quality but...
Another great day for June Miller's Millmar Labradors! Millmar's Mystery Novel (Mia) took WB, Millmar's Truely High Lites (Trudy) took BOB & Group 2 out of the sporting group & Congrats to Beth Shaffer on her WD win out of the open yellow class with Cabin Creek Dies...
Go to www.cnn.com to see one of the top stories for today... black lab stops traffic for miles on freeway. Poor dog had to endure tazor (sp?) to be caught, but at least he is alive.
What do most use for a puppy pen? I'm looking for ideas for one I can construct by myself. I read that some use panels used for a compost bin which interlock and can be expanded as needed. It sounds good, just not sure how well it would work.
Thank You Virginia for your respone. I did get the Golden Seal root powder and neosporin and applyed it to my males foot. The foot is totaly healed. Can not wait to tell my vet and then show her his foot. I have also shared this info with other's that have or will...
Dear Pawsitive I.D. ™ Customers:
From all of us at InGen, we certainly hope you had a good and safe holiday season and we are looking forward to a terrific 2009.
We have now been (re)operating for several weeks and the response we have received from...
Hi,
can anyone tell me the SOP for overshot jaws these days? A friend of mine's little male (almost 6 months) is supposed to have orthodontia for several weeks. Has anyone had experience with this? Thanks for any input.
Hey everyone, i have a curly coated ret b*tch that needs a ride from the Syracuse, NY area to Westminster...
If anyone can do this please email me privately. Thanks in advance!!
Jen
For those of you who need to plan vacation,
don't forget the Potomac Spring Specialty is
April 8-10, 2009. The Education Seminar is the 7th.
More details can be found on the lrcp.com website.
As soon as the premium comes out it will be posted on the website as we...
Anyone hear of this? Any thoughts?
Just got this e-mail from them:
Hi,
a new website was launched for dog breeders and dog lovers. K9Ring.com is an online community of purebred dog breeders where breeders can create their own profile pages that showcase thei...
For those who have been debating to try the UKC, maybe you were looking for an UKC area show, or maybe you want to start looking for points already in 2009 for top 10, the ULRA will be hosting an UKC specialty show in conjunction with the Garden State Kennel Club Jan...
He has called me twice in the last week, looking for a Lab pup. I told him the first time I didn't have anything available. This time he got my name from the LQ.
This is 4 years in a row, that he has contacted me. .
Hi guys, and gals.
Spotlight Ads for the annual Two-Fer are now offically closed AND counted. Tune in on the 1st to see 47 amazing Spotlight Dog (and Bitches, of course)
Thanks to everyone who submitted an Ad , and also a big thank you to those of you who ha...
I am doing some research on grain-free diets, but most of my search results end up being an advertisement for a particular brand of grain-free food.
I'm looking for pros and cons of grain-free diet with detailed explanations. Links to research data would be even...
It is that time again, believe it or not, to start thinking about your catalog ads for the LRCP spring specialty catalog. The catalog is bought by fellow Labrador lovers from all over the world! Don't miss this chance to show them the pride of your kennel. Deadline i...
MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL, hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday, HAPPY NEW YEAR !!! God Bless hope to make it to potomac again this year, times are hard but i have been missing the shows and the great dogs . well see you soon frank&gina
I received from the the Dalmatian Club of America's Public Education Committee a response to suggestion and informaton as to what they went through with 102 Dalmatian move when it came out.
Here is the reponse
"Your question has been forwarded to me as a member of...
Just wanted to take the minute here to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas to you and to yours from our family here!
We've had a wonderful 2 days with family and friends, . Lots of smiles, and hugs and family time for us...and we are plenty grateful for it, and...
I had a delightful Christmas Eve watching a new Christmas video recently released. It is "Jeff Dunham's very special Christmas Special." for those who have not seen Jeff, he is an amazing and very funny ventriloquist. This Christmas special show is so funny I was hoa...
Hello;
Unfortunately the resource that I had is having some licensing issues with his current consulting Vet.
Does anyone know any others in Ontario?
Preferably near Toronto
Thanks
Hi All,
Just wanted to let you know Jersey Skylands LRC will again be hosting an All Breed Health Clinic on Sunday, Feb 1, 2009 at Blairstown Animal Hospital. Many services are being offered. The details are on the registration form which can be found on the event...
Chris gave me permission to cross post this you will have to cut and paste to get to the website. Please think about emailing the news people there. You never know when this could be one of our dogs!
Hi All . . .
Another ludicrous case developing here in north...
For those that were interested in the results of the Orlando shows Saturday and Sunday, they are now posted on Onofrio.
http://www.onofrio.com/execpgm/wbsrfmbd?wtshky=CEFL0
http://www.onofrio.com/execpgm/wbsrfmbd?wtshky=BREV08412384114
Congrats to the winners!
She's a great dog trainer. Should be interesting.
Patricia McConnell on The Diane Rehm Show
Wednesday, 12/17/08
NPR
Join Trisha and Diane Rehm this Wednesday on National Public Radio (WAMU 88.5 locally in Washington, D.C) at 11:00 EST as they talk about Tri...
Labs did a great job in the obedience rings.
1st Place OTCH Count Tyler Show Me the Money - owner Petra Ford
4th Place OTCH Westwind Night-Sky of Montana - owner Beth Chapman
2nd place was a Mini Poodle and 3rd place was a Border Collie.
Congratulations t...
Best in Sweeps: Rozihill's Designated Driver
Owners: Zina Becker & Connie Thompson
Best Opp Sweeps: Hoffmann's Late Night Rush
Owners: Randahl & Ruth Hoffmann
WD: Kaltrav Caribbean Cruise
Owners: Cynthia Tripp & Pat Kroll...
I am hoping to find some help locating an Ortho Specialist/Surgeon in the Orange County area of Southern California. Does anyone have any recommendations?
You may email me privately if you wish. I really appreciate the help. Thank you in advance!
Lori
Pet Dogs vs. ShowDogs
Pet dogs shed .................. Show dogs blow coat.
Pet dogs are in heat ......... Show dogs come into season.
Pet dogs trot ................... Show dogs gait or move.
Pet dogs stand ............... Show dogs stack.
Pet dogs get a...
has anyone tried purina mills exclusive brand? it is a division of purina....they have a lamb and rice formula with NO soy, corn or gluten. $37/35lb bag. purina does not recognize the weight circles, but at the feed store, you buy 6 and the 7th is free. was not t...
I have a house guest with a Bitch in heat.The bitch is in one room in a crate He is leaving Tuesday am. How long will the "furmones"scent linger on in and out side? How can I take the furmones scent out of my house. Any suggestions?
Thanks
Hello everyone. I am looking for a ride for one of my dogs from Iowa to Colorado areas. Will travel to meet anyone if available. Please e-mail me privately. Thanks
Is there a different smell in a pregnant bitch that males can pick up on? I have a bitch that was bred several weeks ago (too early to tell) and a male that at times acts as if she was still in heat doing alot of sniffing and occasionally wanting to mount.
For those of you that have not heard George Heitzman recently suffered a severe stroke on the way to Illinois to judge a show. Barb was also headed to that show. George is an all breed judge, but fairly well known in Labrador circles as is his long time friend Barb...
We only have 2 more days to try to raise funds through our reviews of various businesses. If you signed up to help us already please consider writing a review or two as we have a group of people who signed up to help but haven't written any yet. If you haven't signed...
Hi everyone,
Thank you for your support of Labrador Life Line. As you may be aware, our funds are very low at this time. We really need your help to be able to continue to help this breed that we all love so much. We have a great way to help while also getting...
For those in the VA, NC, SC, GA, FLA area. We are trying to make Clemson shows a major. New date this year January 3 and 4. MBF is the superintendent. Would really appreciate people thinking about this.
Happy Thanksgiving to all !!!
Just recieved a note the Judge George Heitzman suffered a stroke this past weekend and is hospitalized in Chicago. Please keep him and his
family in your prayers.
This is a fundraiser for LABMED that only takes a little time and no money on your part. It give you the opportunity to rate your local businesses of any type. Please take a few minutes to register and rate, it will help labradors in need of medical help. Our goal is...
I am not from States.
I am just curious to know that what do mostly Labrador people do??
Are most of them farmers?
Are most of them Business men?
Are they in service?
Just share..........
Dear Friends and Supporters of Labrador Life Line,
As you know, Labrador Life Line was created to provide financial assistance for purebred Labrador Retrievers in need. This assistance often makes the difference between staying with their forever family, or being...
I want to thank everyone for their support over the years enabling the LRC Piedmont club to hold our Specialties. Without your support we couldn't do it.
We are again soliciting sponsorships for our 2009 Back to Back Specialties, that will be held February 7 -8,...
Just wondering, I need to bring my chocolate boy, Belquest Easy Ryder home after the Ohio shows. Hopefully he will get his last 2 points before he comes! LOL!
Just wondering if anyone on this forum knows someone that will be there, that could bring Ryder nearer to...
There was a health clinic this past Jan. 27, in Ct. I've forgotten which kennel club hosted it? And, will it be held again? It was for hips/elbows, eyes, chip, thyroid and cardiac.
I am thinking about entering the Bellville Ill shows in December and was wondering if it would be a major? I know alot depends on the weather. If they are calling for ice I won't venture out either. Entries close 11.19. It would be nice to know if anyone else is goin...
Thursdays results were:
Judge Kendall Herr
Best of Breed Ch Danbridge Empress Josephine owned by Marilyn Meewes
Best of Winners/Winners Bitch Hollyridge Lobuff Tupence owned by Lisa Weiss and Julie Quigley-Smith
Best of Opposite Sex Ch Buttonwood Stone Cliff True...
After having the original showsite compromised by a Baseball Tournament, HDLRC has negotiated a wonderful new spot within the park. Yes, it is different than the first change, so note directions below carefully!
Bottom line: you will see us as you are arriving at...
We still have some openings available, so if anyone is interested, please let me know. Feel free to x-post/fwd to All-breed lists as well.
Announcement: ALL BREED HEALTH CLINIC SPONSORED BY THE MID-JERSEY LABRADOR RETRIEVER CLUB, INC
NOVEMBER 23, 2008 -- 8:00...
If you are ever contemplating a food change and would like some reviews check out this Golden web site. Some foods don't have a ton of reviews but it can give you a general idea and maybe help just a little.
http://www.topgoldenretrieversites.net/cgi-bin/database...
Hi, all,
To notify you all of a last minute specialty change:
On Friday evening we became aware that there will be a large softball tournament at Marie Kerr Park on the fields adjacent to our usual show site. The tournament will be on Friday - Sunday, necessitat...
Dogs Rescued From Puppy Mill
Posted: Nov 2, 2008 06:36 PM EST
Updated: Nov 3, 2008 09:27 AM EST
FEATURED VIDEO
Dogs Rescued From Puppy Mill
Nearly 100 cocker spaniels and poodles were packed into cages without any food or water....
Did anyone see the Inside edition last night about the 3 labs living in a shelter?? I watched the video and it made me cry they are very GORGEOUS and loved very much I feel for this couple he was ill and they lost there home due to medical bills and now they go to vi...
I would like to Thank everyone involved with the Mid Jersey LRC for the excellent show this week.
Your committee and crew are marvelous and certainly committed to their cause. Everyone from the Ring Stewards to the lunch ladies to the photographer had their detai...
Please email me off line with breeders that you respect and any other boxer tips that you may have. I am helping a friend get educated prior to committing. Thanks!
Entries close this Wednesday October 15th. I forgot today was a holiday, but you can still get your entry in through Entries on Time, Inc. call 800-992-8955. Your entries can still be accepted.
Just a quick reminder to all who may be interested in attending the upcoming 5th and 6th annual High Desert Labrador Retriever Club Specialty Shows on Saturday November 8th and Sunday November 9th, 2008.
Entries close at 6pm on 10/22, so less than 2 wks away!...
Please come and join us for a great time in Smithfield, North Carolina. Great outlet mall just minutes away. The show dates are November 6 and 7. Regular class Judges are Kendall Herr and Janis Grannemann. Sweeps Judges are Marion Daniel and Lori Rudy.
Reminder, entries close next wednesday October 15th! If anyone still needs a premium they should be available on our website or you can e-mail me privately for a premium.
Update: MA MSN/BSL Bill Scheduled for Hearing!
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Massachusetts House Bill 5092 has been referred to the Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government, and is tentatively scheduled for public hearing o...
Sorry to bother everyone again, but with all the voicemail and email messages I'm getting, I felt this would reach a lot more people at once.
This is NOT a satellite clinic. There are NO LONGER ANY satellite clinics with Optigen.
Feel free to drop off swabs, or bl...
Don't forget the early closing. Oct. 15th. Two back to back specialty shows, Nov. 6th and 7th. Very good judges. Come have fun. Village Motor Lodge, Smithfield, N.C. Lots of space for dogs and people.
Is anyone from the Ohio area or surrounding states going to the LRC National Specialty show that can give a ride on their way back home to a 9 year old lab ? A crate can be provided if needed.
Please contact me privately.
wetherwell@redbird.net
TIA
My bitch has a tendency to gain weight easily so I feed her a quality low fat food that she does very well on. I just bred her though and I'm wondering if I should switch to a "whole" version of the food, and if so, when is the best time to do it?
Looks like the weather Gods are on our side for the show.
Huron River weather sounds perfect with temps from 68 to 75 for a high and partly cloudy all three days, and in the 50's at night.
See you there!
If any of you have submitted a dog to be entered into LabraData, but have not sent a copy of the registration yet, please take a few minutes to email or snail mail it to the filemanager. As of this morning we have 46 entries waiting for registrations. We would very m...
I was wondering if any of you had a favorite manufacturer or type of food grade plastic or stainless steel container for kibble. If plastic, I would like it to be made of non-leaching food grade material. Stainless steel would be the optimum choice, but cost could be...
For those interested in the impact of weather on the LRCGD Specialty - there isn't much!!!
Forecast is:
Friday - Mostly sunny, high of 83, lo of 52
Saturday - 30% chance of isolated T-storms, high of 74, lo of 51 (our isolated T-storms typically occur in the...
Unfortunately I could not attend the North Stoning ton Conn show this year.Pawtucket is the best show....Would someone be so kind to post the class results for the boys. I appreciate it ..Thanks
NAIA TRUST
Here is an example of the great work they are doing in fighting anti-dog
legislation. If you belong to a dog club, please ask them to add NAIA Trust to the list of charitable organizations they donate to. The next state could be yours!
*******PERMI...
Bare Bones Catalog Advertisements
Send your camera-ready ads for the catalog by Friday, October 3, 2008.
The quality of ANY camera-ready copy offered for ads will be limited by our reproduction capabilities (this is not the Spring Specialty catalog ). Unless yo...
LRCC 2009 National Specialty
Hi all,
Come and join us in Friendly Manitoba next August 6-9, 2009 for the LRCC 2009 National Specialty Show being hosted by the River City Labrador Enthusiasts!
There will be Sweepstakes, Conformation, Obedience Trial, Junior...
I was just looking over the ingredients of some of the grain-free foods and one question comes to mind: Why is it supposed to be so much better to replace grain with potato? Is it a digestability factor? An allergy factor perhaps? I do like the idea of having les...
From a non-lab related board.
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Coupon has been working for at least 2 years that I have used it. It also works for renewals, and multiple years
.NET domains i just used code gdbb776 to get $7.50 t...
Just got this from MBF, so if you are waiting to enter shows, read this:
Dear Dog Fancier -
The MB-F, Inc. computer system including InfoDog will be down for upgrades beginning Friday, September 19, 2008 at 6:00PM EDT. Service will be restored no later than Monda...
For those of you still interested in entering the Huron River LRC specialty, this is a friendly reminder that entries close this afternoon. You can enter online at www.specialtydogshows.com
Michelle
I just wanted to let anyone who is interested know that the Lake Erie LRC is sponsoring an Eye/Heart/Microchip clinic on Sunday, Sep 14 at K9U in NE Ohio. There are several morning spots and just a couple afternoon spots still available. Please visit out club websi...
Hi All,
My niece is doing a walk for breast cancer next week and for her to be able to be in the walk she needs to raise a minimum amount of money, here is the link for those who can help with a donation
Krissy's walk for breast cancer
Apparantely all of her si...
For all looking at shows in Deland, Fl.......
I just spoke to show chair and he said grounds look good. Little standing water in RV hookup areas, but even if more rain comes the show areas will be fine and he will be able to move things around for the RVs.
Jus...
Has anyone had experience ordering 2 tests from Optigen (PRA & RD/OSD)? I got the PRA report in the mail last week, but haven't heard anything on the RD.
Is it standard that the results would be mailed separately & so long apart?
Thanks.
In the process of researching elbows, I've been looking
at breeds with high rates of dysplasia. In the
process, I found some really interesting articles on
the Rottie national club website. Here's one:
http://www.amrottclub.org/health_pennhip.shtml
Kate
do have a look at http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1050747/How-tiny-handbag-dogs-bred-conditions-horrific-cruelty.html.
if still wanting to have one of these celebreties little dogs!
Hearts United for Animals is a wonderful organization that needs your help. Several hundred dogs have been rescued by HUA this year and currently there are 750 dogs in three mills that need to be rescued. The dogs who are currently at HUA need to be adopted to make r...
Just a reminder that entries close a week from today, Wednesday September 3rd..New this year, we are offering Junior Showmanship both days!
Thursday:
Jeff Gilmore - Dogs/Intersex
Marilyn Prior - Bitches
Kate Perry - Sweeps
Sonny Ambrosio - Reg Obedience & JS...
Just a gentle reminder that our Specialty closes this next Wednesday, September 3rd. PLEASE remember the LABOR DAY HOLIDAY when mailing your entries and account for an extra day of mailing.
The California Senate voted on AB 1634 this morning and went down to defeat.
5 - Yes 27 - No
Unfortunately it looks like Senator Padilla has been granted "reconsideration" which means that he can call for another vote prior to August 31. This time he won't be ab...
I had reserved a room at the beautiful
Alta Sierra Village Inn in Grass Valley
For Fri,Sat.& Sunday nights and cannot
go. If anyone wants to take this room
please let me know. It's a great place
to stay and very difficult to get reservations
at this place.
H...
Just a note to let people know the new dog submittal form is up. We had hoped to have it at the beginning of the week, but life is what happens while you are making plans
I hope those who found the submittal process a bit confusing will like the new form - it in...