Dew Claws

I often get asked about dewclaws on pups.  Do we remove them?  Should we remove them?  Well, here’s my answer… We do not remove dewclaws. First, because we do not predominately breed field labs that are going to be...

The Puppy and The Parasite

Worms, Bacteria, and Other Parasites that affect Puppies and Dogs After 25+ years of breeding, you can imagine I’ve seen it all…and heard it all…so I am sharing all of this based on that experience, plus the experience of...

When should I vaccinate my dog?

    Vaccine Protocol/Schedule for puppies and Dogs Dr. W. Jean Dodd’s vaccination protocol is now being adopted by ALL 27 North American veterinary schools. I highly recommend that you read this. Copy and save it to your files. Print...

Puppy Proofing Your Home

Folks who have had babies in their homes know about making the home safe for children. For those who have had no children, just get down at a puppy’s level and remove or safeguard everything they can  possibly see...

Will My Dog Go to Heaven?

Many ask me, will my dog go to heaven? About half of the people I talk to every day have recently lost a canine family member, so with that in mind, I have been thinking about writing on this...