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SweetRuiN

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  1. My fiancee and I have, collectively, four cats and one very energetic puppy. Luckily, we have a house big enough to host such a petting zoo! Only two cats roam the upstairs, and all remain strictly indoors - so the backyard belongs entirely to Cole. The cats all get along rather well, and all but one of them has accepted Cole. (Halley, my kitten..refuses to leave him alone. She follows HIM around growling, and he's oblivious, LOL) We've decided to get another Dog, ourselves. Growing up, we had two half of the time, one the rest..(Never more than a year growing up without a dog or two..) and I definately prefer having a pair. It's more work, and more expenses...but more fun! Also, if you have a mature dog when you get a puppy...training is often easier, because the baby learns from watching it's older 'sibling.' (Much like human babes) So, I am bias. If you can afford two, have the space for two, and the love for two...go for it ;)
  2. It -has- to be a puppymill situation! There's so many of them...and did you notice the insane pricing on some of those breeds?! Who pays $850.00 for an ill-looking Lab, from a WEBSITE? Please, someone tell me they have NO business! Poor things!
  3. That's just sickening. Having a fenched yard is wonderful, yes...but not absolutely manditory. If she couldn't deal with no-yard, then at least getting a small breed would have been wise! But two?! From the time Cole was 2mo-6mo, we lived in an apartment. I walked him as much as possible, all that Lab energy and whatnot, and I felt awful that he couldn't just run! We deliberately took him with us to visit friends and family with big yards (actually, Cole goes everywhere with us. Quite the road warrior, LOL. The day we brought him home, we had to drive 15hours =/ He's exceptionally good in the car, tho!) I feel so bad for those two dogs! Maybe, hopefully..someone will adopt them who will be good to them!
  4. Which is exactly my original point ;) I want to know as much as possible. Asking experienced breeders is just one step in getting ready =) It's entirely possible that, in the end, I just have a couple of 'fixed' Labs whom I adore. If that's how it works out, I'll be fine with it. However, I'm going to do all I can to attempt breeding the proper way. Thanks again for all the tips and replies, everyone :D
  5. Considering majoring in Genetics, actually. Attending an excellent medical college. Undecided, thus far. I just never gave a thought to the scientific side of breeding ;) Little reason to, with a lab puppy bouncing around tormenting the kittens ;)
  6. Excellent info and advice from everyone :D I really do appreciate all the help :D I know the majority of their buyers are of the hunting persuasion, not show-lot, so..they're likely be quite a few still about =)
  7. SweetRuiN

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    Wow..I cannot even imagine getting Cole to be so disciplined. Although, he's very good about sitting and holding, waiting desperately while I fill his food dish..put it down, and walk away. Maybe he could do it. lol
  8. I just attach a feather duster to Cole's tail. Then, he's helping..and it stops being fun. He's such a toddler :P
  9. Genetics I love, Breeding is a new topic ;) I would show Cole with full intent to breed/stud him. If I decide against it, I'll save the time/money and get him fixed and be done with it ;) Also, I purchased him in Kentucky. AKC registered, nice breeders, aswell. Too far away to visit with them much, now, though...which is a shame, I could have used the experience ;) Determined by the Mother? Wow, I had no idea. I was under the impression their two females both had 13 more than once, both bred with the same Sire. Musta misunderstood =)
  10. It makes absolutely sense, in fact. Also, you're absolutely right - I wouldn't be breeding for 3-4, which is exactly what I expect and would count on. Both dogs of a pair couldn't be ready until at least then, and it would give me plenty of time to prepare 100% (of what's possible to prepare, that is..) AND give me four years to be sure I want to breed. If I end up with a pair ready to breed, and no longer have the time/desire/etc, then I may or may not stud Cole. I'd likely have them both fixed, and just enjoy them both =) However, provided everything worked out, and I still had the umph to breed the pair..I'd be as prepared as possible, and only do so if I had quite afew interested buyers lined up. ..Afterall, Cole's Father threw five litters in a row of 13 puppies...10Black/3Yellow (Never any chocolate, even though his mother was..) That's quite a few pups to take care of =)
  11. Yes, as I understand it..in -most- situations, the owners of the female who birthed the litter take on said responcibilities. This is, of course...assuming we only stud Cole. (Keep in mind, everything is hypothetical..it depends on his showing, health, and countless issues centered around us human folk) If he does well (or, better yet...VERY well..) I would be interesting in having my own female to breed with, who has also been shown/checked for health issues. I am willing now, and I assume I will still be then, to dedicate the time..money..love..and attention to taking on breeding my pair. This is, of course..provided I live in an area with a demand for Labs and enough Mommy's and Daddy's looking for a new pup. And yes, I know I'll likely lose money ;) Breaking even would be a shock, lol. I love dogs, especially this breed. If we enjoy showing as much as we stand to, I think I'll definately be interested in going the next step. However, only studding would be an option, though unlikely. If we don't intend to breed Cole ourselves, we'll definately have him "altered" in a few years. (Or sooner, depending on what shows we participate in!)
  12. What scares me is that I'm honestly not suprised. Although, in the female's owner's defense..perhaps she didn't know exactly how much trouble it would cause, that her bitch was old enough to be in heat, etc.
  13. OH, yes! I forgot to mention. He's unaltered (much to his relief! Vets are skeery!)
  14. Hello everyone! This is my first post, and I'm delighted I stumbled upon these wonderful forums! Everyone seems so wonderful and helpful! I have a very loving, energetic, and "hoovering" Black Lab pup who just turned 1yr old. I know he's a bit old, but now my life has settled down (many unexpected, highly-stalling, life alterations over the past 7mo) and I want to know what options I have left. This is my first pedigree-havin-baby, and I'd love to enrich his puppy life by showing off those Lab skills! I've just a few basic newbie questions. When is the best time to start training a pup for shows? Is there an age -limit- on such things, or a "it's really too late now" limit? Are there any traits puppies can show that suggest showing is/isn't a good idea? I know Cole seems to have puppy ADD, but he's extremely intelligent and enthusiastic. Outside of attending shows, reading as much as possible, and visiting websites...is there any other ways to learn as much as I can about the art of showing/breeding and my babe's breed? Does anyone have an personal tips/advice for a newbie? ...also, abit off-topic. After showing (provided Cole isn't too old) I would like to *look into* breeding, possibly. I have the time, dedication, room, and passion for the breed that is requried...short of reading, speaking with breeders, and attending shows..I've been unable to find any further infomation. Any tips? It's something I -might- be interested in, later. If not with Cole, then my next =) Thanks so much guys! ~Lori (..and Cole!)
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