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How much does it COST to own a DOG?
I’m so glad you asked!!! After over 33 years of owning dogs, I have to say that an ounce of prevention goes the farthest way. There are things you can do to SAVE you money that many people never... -
Why be a commercial kennel and how does that make us special??? (Not “big”)
Many times when people think “commercial” they think ‘big.” But in the state of PA we are required by law to have a license based on how many dogs go in and out of our kennel during a calendar... -
TAILS: What is a “twizzle” at the end of my Labrador’s tail?? And why should I care?
The very beginning of the “AKC standard for the Labrador Retriever” begins: “About the Labrador Retriever “The sturdy, well-balanced Labrador Retriever can, depending on the sex, stand from 21.5 to 24.5 inches at the shoulder and weigh between 55... -
What is an AKC Breeder of Merit and Why Should I Care?
You may have seen the symbol below on our homepage. This shows that we are an AKC Breeder of Merit. You might be thinking… yeah, so what? But, truth be told, this can assist in helping you narrow down... -
How to Choose a Puppy
Picking the Perfect Puppy Choosing to add a puppy to your home is a huge and rewarding decision. Choosing which breeder to adopt a puppy from is an incredibly important part of this decision (see Chapter 3). And choosing... -
How Can We Let These Little Babies Go?
I would say almost every puppy pick-up weekend I’ve had, people ask me “How do you let them go? I couldn’t do it, I’d want to keep them all!”, or something along those lines. And my initial response is... -
Rubbing a Blanket on Mama to Take Scent Home for New Puppy… Good idea? Or not so much?
Are you bringing home a new puppy this Summer? Trying to prepare to make the smoothest adjustment possible for you and the pup? Some will find online advice telling them it’s a good idea to take a blanket to... -
Is My Lab Puppy Aggressive… or Just Playing?
The dog pack is an amazing thing to study and behold. Its so unlike our “packs” (families) yet they try their best to adapt and become part of ours…and they do it quite well! If you are interested, the... -
She’s a “breeder”–RUN!!
Ever wonder where you’ll get your dog once all dogs have been required to be neutered or spayed as the pressure of Animal Rights Activists manage to get laws passed saying you can’t “own” a dog…I mean…what will you... -
How to Choose a Breeder
The TOP FIVE MISTAKES people make in choosing their labrador: …(hint) its more about choosing a breeder than a pup. 1. A breeder should NEVER resort to tearing down other kennels or breeders names in order to sell you...
