What sex is best?

We think this comes down to personal choice. There are some differences between dogs and bitches. Most of the differences are the same as in the human race for instance dogs take longer to mature and bitches have monthly cycles on a regular basis.

Old wives tails tell us a dog will stray for a bitch in season but in my experience bitches have a tendency to try and get to a dog rather than the other way round. Others say the trouble with a dog is they ” scent mark” all the time. If truth be known this will only happen if you allow it. I personally think the worst mistake people make is understanding castration of dogs. I think we castrate dogs far to young not allowing dogs to mature past hormonal feelings which may  lead to further problems. Dogs are loving, trustworthy and honest.

Bitches on the other hand are normally further forward in life at a much younger age than dogs. They are normally more driven for work and carry more of an edge to there work leading to style and drive.

This is not to say there hasn’t been any driven stylish dogs in competitions but if we look at past years within the working gundogs and competitions, there lies some truth.

Since 1990 there has been 23 Cocker spaniel championships held with 13 winners being bitches so just over half.

Since 1990 there has also been 23 Springer spaniel championships held with 20 of the winners being bitches.

Since 1990 there has also been 23 I.G.L Retriever championships held but only 7 of the winners have been bitches. Does this mean that the theory that bitches hold better potential for competition is wrong or are retrievers just more popular, so it would be commercially viable if you were to win the championship with a dog for stud duties.

There are over 200 breeds registered with the kennel club to consider when looking for a life long companion.
These breeds are divided into 7 different groups to which they fit into from what they were originally bred for.

Gundog – these are typical breeds which would have been used to flush, retriever or point game alongside the gun. The breeds are split between Retrievers, Spaniels and Hunt point and retrieve (HPR).

Hound – these are breeds typically used to pursue game by scent or sight. The breeds are split between sight hounds and scent hounds.

Terrier – these are breeds typically used to hunt vermin above and below the earth.

Working – these are typical breeds that work along side ourselves as guard, search and rescue dogs.

Pastoral – these are typical breeds associated with herding livestock.

Utility – this group consists of dogs that are hard to place in any of the other groups as most of these breeds were bred for other reasons than work so classed as non – sporting.

Toy – these are typical breeds bred to become lap dogs but over the years breeds have been added purely due to their size.

What to consider when buying a puppy.
1. Breed.
2. Sex.
3. Size.
4. Health screening.
5. What you are looking for from your puppy.
6. Your lifestyle.
7. Cost.

Hi there Amanda & Philip,

Just thought I would give you an up date on Cairn “wow” its been a really quick three years.

Cairn has matured into a very loving member of our family. she just wants to do what ever you ask, showing, obedience & agility.

Agility is her favourite she has advanced into grade 6 this is just 1 bellow the top grade in only just over 1 year competing she is a bit small so she measures a medium.

We are in the special good citizen final at Crufts again this year now she is older I hope she will not be as overwhelmed this year as she was 2 years ago just to keep us busy she is in the breed ring on the same day and YKC obedience with Callum on Thursday.

This is just to say a big thank you for giving us this perfect little Toller. I have attached some photos, will send video separate.

Janet, Michael & Callum.

Every dog owner in England will have to microchip their animal by April 2016 under government plans aimed at cutting the growing number of strays.

To read the full story on the new Law regarding microchipping click here.

For more information on getting you dog microchipped please contact ourselves.

Cost for microchipping is £11.50 per dog or if you have a litter to be microchipped  the cost is £8.50 per puppy.

We have a fantastic litter of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever puppies available, these puppies are from health screened parents and are hereditary clear for prcd – PRA and CEA/CH.

These toller puppies have been reared with young children and other animals and would make fantastic dogs in all areas including showing, agility, fly ball, obedience, working gun dogs and faithful family pets.

Both parents are available for viewing and all puppies are Kennel club registered, wormed and front lined to date. They have also had their first vaccination, microchip and a veterinary health check.

For more information on these Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever puppies please contact us by phone on 01636 821600

This week we have recieved DNA results for Chip our Fox Red Labrador stud dog. We have had Chip tested for prcd – PRA and CNM.

Both results have come back Normal/Clear which means his off spring can never be affected by these line’s of inherited diseases.

So our Fox Red Labrador Stud dog now has health results of

Hips 2/2 = 4.

Elbows = 0.

Current clear BVA eye certificate.

DNA tested Normal / Clear for prcd-PRA.

DNA tested Normal / Clear for CNM.

Chips stud fee is £350.

As the sun came out toady we thought it would be a great opportunity to get some up to date pictures of Jenny our Golden Retriever bitch due puppies on the 8th August.

Jenny is a rich golden colour with nice dark pigmentation.

If you would like any further information on this golden retriever litter or would like to secure interest in this litter please feel free to contact ourselves.

We now have a Fox Red Labrador available at stud. We received Chips Hip and elbow results this week so are happy to allow him to stand at stud.

Chip is a stunning Fox Red Labrador with a hip score of 2/2 = 4 and elbow score of 0.

If you would like any further information on our fox red Labrador please feel free to contact ourselves.

Home reared Chocolate Labrador Retriever Puppies.

Only 3 boys remain from this stunning litter of 7 chocolate Labrador retriever puppies.

Sire – Pechasi Hazel Nut of Fallowfen

Dam aka Pickle  is predominately a family pet but she has also undergone gun dog training with good ability and also has a wonderful temperament.

These chocolate Labrador puppies are being reared in the family home and are handled daily by both adults and children to ensure that they are well socialised and ready for their new homes in early August.

They will be KC Registered, wormed, frontlined, have had their full first vaccination, be vet checked, micro chipped and come with a puppy pack and breeder support.

Please contact Wilma Morton 07860 704209 wilma.morton@financeplanning.co.uk

Chocolate labrador puppies.