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I am familiar with common and uncommon health problems they may face so when my boyfriend and I decided we were ready to adopt our own english puppy finding a reputable breeder that prioritizes health was most important to us. Erica and Mitch of Bruiser Bulldogs are just that. They are experienced, ethical and quality breeders. I was referred to them by my friend that I trust after I saw their gorgeous healthy puppy. Our Puppy Primrose is the light of our lives! Bruisers was there to assist us every step of the way. We would highly recommend Bruisers Bulldogs to anyone looking for their own happy, healthy pup! Leah H. We were lucky to have come across Bruiser Bulldogs and even more so the fact that they were near our family and hometown made it even better. We have had Clementine Callie for four months now, and she is a wonderful dog. Her personality is amazing, and I think part of it is breeding and the other part is Erika and her family lovingly raising the puppies in their home with plenty of attention and snuggles. I also was impressed that, rather than send the puppies out right at 8 weeks, Erika kept ours for a few extra weeks because she was tiny and not read to leave her mom yet. It's that care that differentiates Bruisers from other breeders. Emily R. Erica was easy to work with thru the entire process from application to adopting and now beyond as we host our new family member, Chief. Her on-call support and willingness to provide open, honest advice to all of our questions and concerns continues to be appreciated. We would highly recommend Bruiser Bulldogs to anyone looking for an English Bulldog to join their family. Elizabeth W. Lady L. They are experienced, responsive and knowledgeable about all things bulldog related. They went above and beyond for us and are truly dedicated to all of their pups! We love our little girl so much and would recommend Bruiser to anyone looking for a healthy beautiful bully. Jonathan E. Erica and Mitch are trustworthy, excellent communicators, fair, passionate, and produce the best bulldogs. We were at the top of the waiting list for months and Erica reached out every litter to see if we were finally ready for a bulldog. When we were, she was very easy to work with. Her knowledge on bulldogs is outstanding. We had many questions on the process and she always knew what was best for the puppy. We've had Penny formerly Blair for two months and she is very healthy, energetic, playful, and sweet. She is great with other people and dogs. We are so happy with our pup. When we are ready for bulldog 2, we will only consider Bruiser Bulldogs. Mitch C. Bowser was born April and is an integral part of our family. When we were first exploring English Bulldog breeders our biggest concern was the overall health of the dogs. We decided to work with Erica at Bruiser Bulldogs because we liked their focus on improving the breeds breathing abilities and the fact that the puppies are raised within her family environment before coming home with their new owners. Bowser also breaths clearly and our vet was impressed with his overall health from the moment we brought him home. All that said we know English Bulldogs have a predisposition to many health issues and that his current health can not predict the future. With that In mind its important to start with a breeder that open to answer any of your questions as Erica has ours, and that strongly believes in improving the breeds overall health profile. Adam B. My sister ended up finding Bruiser Bulldogs and we knew right away that they were the breeder for us. In September we ended up driving 9 hours to pick up two Bruiser bulldog puppies- one for my husband and I and one for my mom. Jackson and Penelope have been nothing but a joy. They are both very athletic and healthy. They are also HUGE snugglers and always want to be with you. It is an absolute pleasure having these two bullies in our lives! Erica is very knowledgeable about the breed. She is very hands on throughout the process and is just overall a kind and honest person to work with. With all that being said I cannot recommend Bruiser Bulldogs enough! Collyn C. One of the reasons we chose Bruiser Bulldogs was due to the claims about breeding for health. During our first visit at our vet's office, he told us that our pup was one of the healthiest English bulldogs he had ever seen. He is healthy, happy and social. Would recommend to anyone. Christina S. We seen our dog on their website and sent them an Email. Mitch called us and personally walked us through the process and made sure we had the right dog for our family. We couldn't be happier when we picked up our dog Ramsey, Erica made sure we had everything we needed and then some. They are truly amazing people who breed truly amazing dogs! Jim T. We have been breeding English bulldogs for over 10 years now and have given our love time and commitment to our English bulldogs. We are very excited about our newest addition and hooe you are too. They are currently 3 weeks old today and there structures are amazing and they are already walking with a little bit of running lol. All puppies will be able to go to there forever homes at 8 weeks old so they will be available to leave on may 10, im so excited for all of you guys to meet our loved ones hooe you enjoy. My contact info is Richard DiNitto xxx-xxx-xxxx xxxxxxxxxx xxxxx. Thank you all and hope you enjoy. Must see!! Very well behaved dog all up to date on shots. Very lovable. Does NOT get along well with other dogs. Needs to be alone and wants all of the attention. She will attack another dog if kept in the same house. Looking for a good home and good owner. Text xxx-xxx-xxxx for more info or email xxxxxxx xxxxx. Stunning litter of 7 English bulldog puppies,big boned chunky and wrinkly,these pups have received the best round the clock care in a family home so are used to all the usual noises,mum has 5 generation pedigree and can be seen when viewing the puppies, dad is kingrock Rudolph from the famous kingrock bulldogs. Quality English bulldog puppies for sale. These pups are large boned, straight backed black and tan puppies. They have been bred for health and temperament. They are very outgoing,friendly, inquisitive and well socialised. These puppies have been bred on our working farm in the countryside. Would love to keep him but we just can't seem to find enough time to spend or train him as much as we should with a1 and a2 year old at home. He does have some breeder papers from when we bought him from a breeder. All around good dog isn't aggressive at all and loves to chew up toys. Serious inquires only.Located in stamford connecticut. Please read our English Bulldog breed buying advice page first, or try our useful Dog Breed Selector to find the perfect dog breed. Due to our work commitments we feel its unfair to leave him alone all day. He loves children a View Detail English Bulldog Puppies for sale Home raised, well socialized and very healthy male and female bulldog puppies available for re-homing. They are ready to go or adoption ,Text via xxx-xxx-xxxx View Detail English bulldog puppies for sale English bulldog puppies for sale. Feel free to contact me. Unique dog! I would even deliver to NY If possible or meet somewhere convenient for both. I will give you all dogs belongings for free like left food,clean blankets, dog cage, etc. Location:Wallingford , CT. Feel free t call xxx xxx-xxxx View Detail Bull dog puppie I have a5 months old english bulldog for sale all shots up todate.

This is not true. They have a large, muscular build They have a fluffy tail Their ears are erect They have a double coat They are heavy shedders They are a solid black color They can be larger They often have a straighter back Their coat can be longer, sometimes with a flowing mane around the rear of the neck , skirting on either side of the body between the front and back legs and feathering long hair on the ears, backs of legs and beneath the tail 3. Black German Shepherd puppies are born black All German Shepherd puppies are either born black, gray or white and can change color as they grow. Their true coat color can usually be determined at about 8 weeks of age. Black German Shepherd puppies are born black and will stay black through adulthood. So, if you are looking for a solid Black German Shepherd puppy, you will want to get her at this age, and not before, in order to be sure she is indeed a solid black color. A German Shepherd that is, say, black and tan, can carry the recessive solid black gene and produce Black German Shepherd puppies. However, both parents must have the recessive gene for solid black to appear in the litter. It can happen. The second way solid Black German Shepherd puppies are produced is by mating two solid blacks. This mix can only produce a solid black litter. The color of this dog does not affect its temperament. The Black German Shepherd is just as loyal, alert, active and intelligent as the standard variety and is not predisposed to aggression. She is often aloof at first, but once you bond with her, she will be your companion for life. Black German Shepherds are also incredibly trainable and are used as police and military dogs, disability aid dogs, and obedience dogs. Look how obedient this month old Black Shepherd puppy is: Just like any German Shepherd, their protective instinct can be strong. These are dogs that were used to herd and protect livestock, and they will do the same with their human pack! In the case of your family coming into danger, have no doubt this dog will defend you. As a companion dog, however, you want her to recognize that not all people are a threat. Make sure you socialize her from a young age so that she gets on well with people in adulthood. They can be pricey Black German Shepherds are quite rare and for this reason tend to cost more, especially if they have the long, luxurious coat. Like all German Shepherds, they are prone to health problems The German Shepherd breed can, unfortunately, suffer from numerous health issues. The number one concern for this breed is hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia. This condition occurs when the ball and socket joint is malformed and can result in arthritis or even lameness. This can be helped by maintaining a healthy weight in your dog. Other potential health problems include: Heart disease. 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Every single day we go run 6 Km at in the morning. I am training her to search and find hidden objects on command and from time to time, when we walk in a trail with the kids, they hide and I make her find them on command. I love the idea of training her for search and rescue. Very obedient and trainable. Emma is being fed only raw meat of all kinds beef, marrow bone, sardines, tuna, lots of chicken, tripe , cottage cheese, yogurt and some veggies, no dry food at all. She is doing great, I love to prepare her food. Feeding her is not an extra job, we just give her what we happen to have in the fridge and keep her diet balanced, just as another family member! We rescued Emma, a black, long-coated GSD at 5 weeks of age that was in very bad shape: thin to the bones and full of worms. She is now 12 weeks old and since day 1 we were very strict about proper crate training and yes, a couple of weeks of sleepless nights for me , the sitting and waiting ritual at feeding time and before coming in and out the house to the garden. Even though she was in a very bad shape, thanks to all the info from your site we offered her leadership and clear rules before affection. By the end of the first week she would pee on command , and do the sit-stay-come exercise. She's never peed inside her crate. Only once when she was weeks old she barked at our kids Lia, 5 and Daniel, 7 in a dominant tone. I was very close so I was able to correct her immediately. Since then I frequently make the kids feed, touch her and her food while she's eating and practice the sit-down-stay-come exercise. No more signs of dominance. Now that she's done with her shots she walks and runs with my wife and me daily and walks very nicely without pulling and accepts our lead very nicely. The only quirk with this puppy is that she likes poop! I ruled out parasites and bad nutrition, it's just that she likes poop , after all, she's a dog. After reading some of Bruno the Boxer's stories I was relieved. Less and less often do we see her attracted to the poop and hope she'll outgrow this behaviour. We get to practice often the "Drop it! Thanks to your site we also decided to keep our bedrooms and the play room off-limits. Now I wouldn't recommend getting a dog until the kids in the family are very well informed and able to be consistent, very consistent with rules. I'm a stats professor at a local university here so I have a very flexible schedule and also can work from home which has definitively helped. Some GSD websites actually encourage the dog sleeping in your room, contrary to what your site recommends and other nonsense things like choosing a dominant puppy from the litter , but admittedly, that was a little too much for us. He is an only child to a military family stationed in Guam. Jake has a friendly and inviting personality and is always willing to give hugs to those who need them the most. He is the most popular dog on the block, and is known to be "the human dog. She was a purebred all-black German Shepherd that I purchased from a breeder. Duchess was a wonderful dog. She loved cats but they didn't quite love her. Sadly, in February , I lost Duchess. Tragically, my house was broken into and my two dogs Duchess and my other 1-year-old German Shepherd Tyco were let out. I found Tyco the next day in the pound and quickly made posters the third day to find Duchess. Unfortunately, three hours after 60 posters were posted a lady called stating she had seen the dogs together, and Duchess had run into the street as the police tried to capture her and got hit by a car and didn't make it. I was heartbroken and still am. His pedigree name is Leynosk Deboniar. Skye, a GSD puppy Kiko left and her litter mate. 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It can be present at birth due to genetic defects or develop over time as part of aging. Deafness can also be present in one ear unilateral deafness or in both ears bilateral deafness. Deafness is also common in Merle French Bulldogs as well, and we recommend staying away from breeders that offer merle French Bulldogs due to the other various genetic defects that are associated with the merle gene. The Role of Color in Hearing You may be wondering why the color of the coat can affect hearing. A lack of pigment cells The reason for this is that the piebald gene is associated with a lack of pigment cells which give the appearance of their coats. This affects the small hairs in the ear responsible for hearing There are small hairs in the inner ear that are called cilia, and when there is an extreme lack of pigment cells, the cilia may not develop properly, resulting in deafness. Be sure to ask your breeder about BAER testing If you are interested in a predominantly white French Bulldog or are just concerned about the possibility of your new puppy being deaf, be sure to ask your breeder about performing a BAER test. Causes of Deafness Congenital deafness present at birth Presbycusis acquired hearing loss Ototoxicity Loss of hearing due to medication Head trauma. This guide will be the most beneficial for people that; a are considering the adoption of a deaf dog. If you are in any of the categories above this article is absolutely for you. We understand this article is long, however, we have a lot to say on the subject matter and great tips that can help many dog owners and their pets. This will not be an article that we research the subject and put together some scientific formula. This is based on our lives and true experiences. The breeder promised my new blue baby boy was completely healthy. I was provided with all his documents and records. I did not have any concerns for any health issues at that point nor did I have any idea he was deaf. I took my tiny Frenchie puppy home and knew his name would be Bluenjy. Many people ask on a daily basis how I came up with this name. After all he is the only one in the world with this name. I knew instantly his name was meant to be Bluenjy Blue and Benji combined. I chose a unique name because I knew he was unique from the moment I saw him. There was something so special about him and I wasn't wrong. I fell in love instantly like nothing I have ever imagined. I never understood why my Frenchie would stalk me everywhere and not leave my sight. French Bulldogs are known to love being with their human and always chasing them everywhere but there was an extra clinginess I didn't understand. It was extra then when he was just a puppy and it is extra now hasn't changed. When I'm in bed Bluenjy is laying besides me when I go to the kitchen he is right behind me, when I go to the bathroom yes, you guessed it he is there too. No matter where I go he will always be my shadow. Now there is only one exception that he doesn't follow me, that's only when he falls asleep and can't feel my steps on the floor. I usually have to sneak out of the room with light feet because I don't want to wake him up when he is sleeping but he is so in tuned with me he usually does. You thought a normal Frenchie is clingy? You clearly never met mine and I wouldn't change it for the world. He doesn't really greet other household members whenever they come home the same that he does with me. I have had dogs my whole life, I don't recall ever experiencing that with any other dog. I have to make the same point I made in the section above I don't believe it is a Frenchie breed characteristic. Yes, Bluenjy is a Frenchie but I believe both his breed and deafness contributed to him choosing one person who can be his guide in life. I put myself in his position and the way I see it is following 2 people can be confusing. Following one is a lot simpler from his point of view. It is no secret of how much I love Bluenjy however, a lot of owners love their dogs and sometimes they are not favored. So why did Bluenjy choose me to be the one person whom he can count on the most? Is it the unconditional love that I give him? Is it that I held him first when he was 8 weeks old? Is it him being in my lap on the first car ride home tmi next or me being the first person he threw up on? Or is it cause I gave him his first bath? Tried to potty him and teaching him tricks? Is it the funny videos and moments we shared together? As I reflect back we have done everything together from the very first day he came home. It is no wonder or coincidence I am his go to human. He trusts me and I trust him completely and the bond we share is like no other. I attributed them to him being stubborn even though Bluenjy is a people's' pleaser I thought maybe its puppy hood, maybe its his breed, maybe he had "selective hearing" and just did what I asked whenever he felt like doing it. Maybe I was in denial all together. I thought there was no way he is deaf, his breeder would surly inform me if he was. I needed a LOT of red flags before I said that's it this Frenchie can't hear and I need to have his hearing checked at his vet. Took extra long to wake him up. Startle - Bluenjy would jump when someone touched him on the back without seeing them prior to touching. Eye contact - Bluenjy needed my eye contact all the time to know what I wanted. Hand signals - Bluenjy would often look at my hands to see what I am suggesting. Absolutely no head tilting — movement of the ears or anything that suggests those bat ears are nothing but accessories on his head. No barking - this could be different from dog to dog. Bluenjy rarely ever barks. I did train him to bark on demand when he was a puppy and it was extremely difficult to teach him to bark. I sat with him as a puppy showing him the motion of barking with my mouth everyday until he finally understood what I even asked him to do. Everything already mentioned above - extra clinginess. I could hear the nails on the wood floor and the panic in his breathing I had to go downstairs to get him as he didn't know where I was. Bluenjy's back was towards me and he was looking elsewhere, I called him multiple times over and over louder and louder he didn't hear me at all and he was just 2 feet away from me. I finally had to walk in front of him so he would see me. This incident was the first time I knew something was really wrong If your dog is exhibiting any of the above or similar signs don't hesitate call your vet and get your dog's hearing checked. It will save you and your Frenchie a lot of frustration. I discovered my French Bulldog was deaf after he was a year old. We navigated life just fine before I even knew he was deaf, however, knowing it made everything make sense and validated so many scenarios. I was finally able to piece everything together and was able to be sensitive and understanding of his hidden disability. You do not want to ever wake up a deaf dog with a touch ever. We have shared this waking up video with our followers some time ago and this is the best method of waking up Bluenjy. In this video I show my method of waking up my Frenchie. I start with light taps on the floor next to him and calling his name. They can still feel vibrations when you speak so I always do so. Slowly increase the tapping and become louder as you go. This always works like a charm. You don't ever want to wake up a deaf dog abruptly. If your dog doesn't wake up immediately take your time and increase the taps. This is the absolutely the best method to wake deaf dogs up. Do not touch the dog whatsoever. Any abrupt movement could cause panic anxiety or worse, a heart attack. When people see your dog have a disability they would be more mindful in regards to touching your Frenchie without your consent. When purchasing a collar always keep in mind to get one with breakaway buckle. A breakaway collar for Frenchies would ensure the proper fit and that your dog is safe in extreme situations. Breakaway buckles are especially designed for pets to prevent strangulation. Our innovative harness with D ring in the front will provide all the comfort a deaf Frenchie needs. It helped our dog and we're sure our Health Harness will help yours too. Since you can't tell your Frenchie "come here" when he is deaf you simply lead them with the front D ring leash attachment harness where you need to go. A simple yet safe concept that allows for no pull, no choke walk. We usually put his food away from the others. In Frenchie meet ups we make sure no one brings out food and if we are giving treats, Leonard is given his treats separately from the others to make sure everyone is safe. Leonard's mom have taken her experience with her own deaf Frenchie applied and modified their lifestyle to keep everyone safe. Even though they can't hear the bell they will learn to get your attention that way. I believe the advice from Maude's mom is incredibly important. To the average person it doesn't make sense to train a deaf Frenchie with a bell because they can't hear, however, if you take a closer deeper thought into this you will realize that a bell replaces a bark in a regular dog that can hear. We already mentioned above that deaf dogs rarely bark and barking is a big part of dog communication so a bell makes a lot of sense. Instead of barking and telling you when they need to go potty they can giggle the bell. Also you can easily locate a pet with a bell which is another plus. Pintsizedbuffalo - I would recommend hand signals. They learn and adjust just like any other dog. You would have to train a dog that can hear so it shouldn't be any different for a deaf Frenchie. We couldn't agree with the above statement more. We would like to thank all three fellow deaf Frenchie mamas for their input time and advice in the hope of helping others, educating and learning. I was training Bluenjy with hand signals before even knowing he was deaf. To my surprise it was very easy and he was getting things so fast. With hand signals you have to be consistent. Do the same signal every time you want your do to do the same thing and reward when your dog does it. Dogs that are congenitally deaf since birth do not realize they can't hear, they were like that from the very first day so they don't understand they have a disability. Dogs that are born with this disability are resilient and go through life with the best attitude and without a worry. Dogs that were not born deaf have a harder adjustment and could show frustration or anger at first. They know they were able to hear once and that makes things a little more challenging especially if you have to start re-training your dog in hand signals at an old age. We recommend training your dog with verbal commands as well as hand signals whether your dog hears or not. This will be very helpful in the case that your dog ever becomes deaf one day. I find myself having to explain to people my dog is not growling this is just how he breaths. When a dog is deaf they can at times be extra loud because they can't hear themselves. My Frenchie Bluenjy is extra loud when he eats, gets excited, plays licks his paws sleep or pretty much anything else. This is unrelated to his BOAS which he had the surgery for he will always be loud just because he can't hear his own self and that is totally normal for us. My French Bulldog does not get a hint when another dog is growling at him. He will keep on going towards the dog in a playful manner even though the other dog clearly wants nothing to do with him. This is where your instinct should kick in as a parent. If you see a dangerous situation approaching please remove your dog from that environment as soon as possible. Not everyone will ask you before reaching their hands towards your dog, however, be adamant and be your dog's protective. Have your dog close to you to avoid people touching and scaring your dog. If a person asks first you can tell them your dog is deaf and they need to put their hands for your dog to smell first then it would be safe to pet. There will be times a deaf dog will be confused and that is perfectly normal. Be patient and loving to your pet. Your dog is probably confused in that moment. Give them plenty of love every single day, they will appreciate it and feel secure. We always like to look at the bright side of things, most optimistic people do and I am one of those. Here are some positive things in relation to a deaf dog: A deaf dog will usually be talented in another area or develop what I call the 6th sense. For my dog it was no different. He developed an extraordinary ability to hold things with his paws and he is well known for that talent. He has been doing that since he was a baby and was not trained to do so. I discovered he has this ability after holding him like a baby in my arms and he would try to reach out to things I was holding and my hands. I believe every deaf dog has a special ability or talent to compensate for the hearing impairment. Fireworks will never scare your dog and deaf dogs can handle those situations much better than dogs that can hear them. Deaf dogs are incredible to say the least. Yes, you would have to do certain things differently but the bond you will share is like no other. Certain breeders euthanize a puppy if is found to be bilaterally deaf. Their reasoning for choosing euthanasia : deaf dogs are challenging to train, get hit by cars and they can snap or startle easily when sleeping or eating. In our opinion these are all great excuses to not give a dog a chance at life because the breeder wants a cleaner name. There are many people who would love to adopt care and love a deaf dog. They are special unique and deserve to be loved just like any other dog. Start in a fully fenced area to ensure safety and slowly teach your dog to check in with you every couple of minutes. Also use the same area to teach your dog to walk besides you. When you adopt a dog into your family there will be no manual that comes along with the dog. It is all a learning experience and we get better over time just like anything else in life. We should all aspire to learn evolve and get more educated on how to be the best pet parent we can be. Whether your dog is deaf, blind or has another disability they all deserve the best life they can have with unconditional love. Please let us know below if we forgot to mention anything, you have a question or simply want to share your story. Unless distracted for awhile. Please give me guidance of raising this puppy as I feel I may not be best owner and should give it new home : Jasper cell, I am on whats app as well. High very high in blue eye-piebald Frenchies Cream Albino very uncommon in Frenchies Moderate to High The estimated risk of French Bulldogs of certain coat colors being deaf is based on the correlation between the genes for certain coat colors also being linked to congenital sensorineural deafness. For merle and piebald coat colors, the presence of blue eyes is closely correlated with congenital sensorineural deafness. The type of deafness associated with coat color is classified as congenital sensorineural, meaning that the deafness is caused by a genetically inherited trait and causes permanent loss of the ability of the nerves and inner ear structures to pick up and convey auditory stimuli. In normal puppies, the ear canals open up around days of age, but the nerves of the auditory system are not fully developed until three months of age. Puppies with coat color-liked congenital deafness are not deaf from birth but lose their ability to hear around weeks of age. Therefore, between the age of days the age at which the ear canals open and three weeks, the puppy may appear to have normal hearing for its age keeping in mind that hearing continues to mature until three months of age. In puppies with congenital sensorineural deafness, the hairs linked to the pigment-producing cell in the inner ear start to degenerate, causing permanent hearing loss. In most cases, it is due to the genes for lack of pigment that results in white fur also being linked to the lack of growth of the tiny neural hairs in the inner ear that helps to pick up sound waves and relay them to the nerves. In puppies suffering from congenital sensorineural deafness, the tiny hairs degenerate within the first few weeks of life, causing irreversible hearing loss. Congenital sensorineural deafness does not always affect both ears. In fact, it is more common for only one ear to be affected; however, this is vastly underdiagnosed as deafness in one ear usually goes unnoticed unless a specialized hearing test called a BEAR test is done. Baer tests more details on that below are not done in puppies younger than five weeks due to the loss of hearing mechanism in pups suffering from congenital sensorineural deafness described above. Deafness can only be diagnosed around weeks and is easy to miss as puppies rely on several other sensory cues such as their sight, smell, and vibrations. Deafness in only one ear is near impossible to diagnose without a BEAR test and often goes undiagnosed. However, most owners will quickly realize that their puppy has impaired hearing if both ears are affected. For example, the pup does not startle or wake up in a situation where there is a sudden loud noise or does not come when called. Your vet can test for deafness in each ear separately using BAER, the only reliable way to pick up unilateral one-sided deafness. In a dog with normal hearing, the electrodes will show waves of electrical activity on a graph depicting how auditory nerves pick up on sounds. In deaf dogs, there will be little to no response on the graph, meaning that the nerves did not pick up on any auditory stimuli. Merle And Double Merle Blue-eyed merle Frenchies have a higher likelihood of suffering from congenital sensorineural deafness. The merle coat color is undoubtedly beautiful and unique and has been in high demand over the past few years. A double merle dog is produced when both the mom and the dad carry the merle gene. The gene for merle coat color is simple autosomal dominant, which means that if a dog carries the gene, they will express it. If a pup inherits the gene for merle coat color from both parents, they will often have patches of pure white interspersed with merle and may have blue eyes. Unfortunately, double merle puppies are often deaf, have poor vision, and are sterile. Breeding two dogs that both have merle coats coloring is considered unethical. In dogs where only one of the parents is merle, the likelihood of congenital deafness is slightly lower compared to double merle but increases with the amount of white they have in their coats. In other words, not all white and merle French Bulldogs will be deaf, but the likelihood of congenital sensorineural deafness directly correlates with the amount of white these pups have in their coats. Piebald or Extreme Piebald Piebald coat color is predominantly white with flecks of darker fur. In piebald coat coloring, the base coat color is white with patches of black. The classic example of the piebald pattern is the dalmatian, where white fur is predominant with few patches of black interspersed. The genes for piebald coat color are closely associated with congenital deafness, but the genetics of the piebald gene as it relates to deafness is not as simple to understand as it is for the merle-gene. We do, however know that the degree of piebald correlates with the likelihood of deafness, and thus extreme piebald dogs are more likely to be deaf. The piebald gene may also play a role in the expression of blue eyes in its carriers, and piebald animals with blue eyes are more likely to be deaf than their non-blue-eyed counterparts. Cream Cream-colored Frenchie. Note how the fur on the back is not completely white. Also, note the greyish pigment on the muzzle. This is due to the color dilution gene. The cream coat color in French Bulldogs can be described as slightly lighter than fawn but darker than white. For example, if color dilution genes are expressed, the black coat color will turn out as blue or grey. Similarly, a cream French bulldog may be identified by having a color-diluted nose color such as brown i. The genes coding for color dilution is recessive, meaning that both parents need to carry the gene for some of the pups to have this trait, making the cream coat color one of the rarer French Bulldog color varieties. At this point in time, there is no research pointing to a link between the color dilution genes associated with cream-colored French Bulldogs and deafness. Albino An albino Great Dane. Note the pink nose and lack of pigment around the eyes. Also, note how the eyes are abnormally small and recessed in the eye sockets. This is called microphthalmos and is also linked with the gene for albinism. Luckily, albinism is extremely rare in French Bulldogs. Albinism occurs when an animal or human lacks any pigment cells. You can usually identify an albino dog by light-colored eyes, pink eyelids, and pink paw pads. Their skin will have a distinct pinkish tone with white fur as there is no melanin pigment to camouflage the pinkish color of blood vessels in the skin. There are different types of albinism in which various tissues lack the pigment-producing cells, melanocytes. Most but not all types of albinism correlate with congenital deafness. Luckily, albinism is exceptionally uncommon in French Bulldogs. If the puppy has sensorineural deafness due to inheriting CSD-linked coat-color genes from both parents or where one parent is deaf, it is considered unethical breeding, and you should avoid buying from such breeders. However, if the deafness is due to an unrelated non-genetic cause such as an ototoxic drug medicine causing damage to the ears , or hypoxia during birth, you may decide to adopt such a puppy depending on whether you are able and willing to accommodate the unique needs of a deaf dog. According to ethical breeding guidelines, all pups from a litter with one or more deaf pups should not be used for breeding. Therefore, deaf animals and animals known to possibly carry genes associated with deafness should not be allowed to breed. Dogs that are deaf are at increased risk for injury or deaf due to undetected dangers such as cars. In addition, deaf dogs are more likely to reflex bite when startled. This is a massive concern in households with young children or other pets. Deaf dogs tend to be more anxious or aggressive due to constantly being prone to startle. They may also be more inclined d to attack unfamiliar humans or animals. Deaf dogs are also very difficult to train and, unfortunately, often end up in animal shelters due to behavior problems associated with deafness. All the abovementioned factors are highly personality-dependent, and it is impossible to tell which deaf Frenchies will develop these unwanted behaviors. Frankly speaking, you will be opening yourself up to an emotional rollercoaster ride when adopting a deaf French Bulldog. You may find the reward of being able to provide a disabled dog with a happy home. Still, you may likely also face a situation where an anxious or aggressive dog puts you in a position where you will have to choose between your pup and the safety of your children. A deaf French Bulldog is definitely not recommended for a first-time dog owner. On the flip side, there are many happy stories of deaf animals and their owners learning to communicate by non-auditory cues. For example, flashing porch lights when their owner is calling them in in the evening or by using a collar that can vibrate. If you decide to adopt a deaf French Bulldog, it is crucial to prevent accidental breeding of your pup and rather have them sterilized. The French Bulldog gene pool is already a dire mess of inbreeding and subsequently contains an unethically high prevalence of genetic disorders. Conclusion The popularity of specific coat colors and the subsequently high price that people are willing to pay for these animals do not deter breeders from further deteriorating an already decrepit French Bulldog gene pool. Frenchies are rising in popularity due to their distinctively cute appearance and warm personalities. But, believe it or not, numerous data sets show that French Bulldogs are arguably the least healthy dog breed worldwide. As a vet, having had to deal with countless French Bulldogs who have a poor quality of life due to the way we have bred them to be, I am urging you to carefully consider your options before deciding to buy a French Bulldog. You will be far better off with a non-brachycephalic breed. You will not only save thousands on vet bills, but you will also likely have a dog who lives a longer, healthier life. You might also find the following articles insightful:. Pin 0 Shares Today I wanted to talk about French Bulldog hearing problems, why they happen, how Frenchies can lose their hearing, plus how some will even be born with hearing issues. I have written some notes on how you can take care of a deaf Frenchie towards the end of this page. But firstly, let me answer a few of the most common questions first in a more concise format. Do French Bulldogs have hearing problems? White French Bulldogs are more prone to hearing issues due to a genetic trait which will be present from 6 weeks old. Just like other dogs, Frenchies can get hard of hearing in later life too. How to tell if French Bulldog is deaf? With older dogs you can also diagnose hard of hearing by squeezing squeaky toys and illicting no reaction. What causes deafness in Frenchies? There are two main reasons why your French Bulldog has hearing problems. The first one is congenital deafness from birth. This is common in breeds which have the extreme piebald gene, particularly dogs with white fur. I will explain more about the French Bulldog deafness gene in the next section. The second reason why your French Bulldog is deaf could simply be down to age or illness. Hearing problems are common in older dogs, just like us humans can develop deafness in our own later years. Age-related deafness or hearing loss relating to illness can occur due to: Ear infections and ear canal disease. Nerves degenerating in old age. Tumours or cancers in the ear. Trauma to the ear or exposure to loud noises. Adverse reactions to medications to remedy other illnesses. The French Bulldog deafness gene Congenital deafness can appear in French Bulldogs who have white pigmentation in their coat. Scientists have discovered that dogs with white in their fur are more likely to suffer with hearing problems from birth. French Bulldog hearing problems are more common in white Frenchies, with the deafness developing in the first month of their life. Hearing problems can also be inherited from abnormal genes in the parental chain. French Bulldog coat colors which have the highest risk of hearing problems are: White haired. Piebald irregular patches of color, usually white and black. Roan white or gray hairs mixed through the fur. Merle desaturated colors, especially where blacks become greys or blues. Do French Bulldogs have good hearing? However, as a general rule of thumb, French Bulldogs do have good hearing. Dog breeds with upright ears hear much better than those with floppy ears. The placement and size, plus the ability to swivel the ears lets Frenchies hear better than many other dogs. What about French Bulldog selective hearing? The reason this is commented about so much is due to the stubborn nature of Frenchies; they can be difficult to train, and this sometimes seems like they have selective hearing! Are all white French Bulldogs deaf? Whilst dogs with white fur or piebald coats are more at risk from hearing loss in one or both ears, not all white Frenchies will be affected. Another study I found reported that hearing loss in just one ear had a .If you are thinking about buying a white French Bulldog puppy, then I would recommend that you request a hearing test. This can be done with puppies as young as 6 weeks old. Whilst being deaf in one ear should not put you off from getting a dog, complete hearing loss will be a challenge. Deaf dogs demand a lot of care and attention as their quality of life can be severely impacted. However, if you genuinely believe your French Bulldog is deaf and hard of hearing, here are some things you can do to diagnose the issue before going to the vets. Your Frenchie seems to be unresponsive to everyday life around him. Your Frenchie does not respond to his name being called. Your Frenchie will often shake his head due to ear pain. Your Frenchie has a nasty smelling discharge from both or one ear. Your Frenchie scratching his ears more than usual read more about this. Whilst they may give an indication, they should not be relied on to tell if a French Bulldog is deaf; you need to arrange a proper hearing test. It uses specialist hearing test equipment that is only available in a few select veterinarian practices. At this age, congenital deafness will have matured into a hearing loss condition. Both ears will be tested for hearing loss, the end result being a printed report with a graph and the hearing test results listed on it. The vet will explain whether this means your French Bulldog is deaf or has partial hearing loss. There are three main categories of hearing loss that are reported on: Bilateral Affected: the French Bulldog is completely deaf in both ears. Unilateral Affected: the Frenchie Bulldog is deaf in only one ear. Unaffected: the French Bulldog has hearing in both ears. Hearing tests for older Frenchies For older French Bulldogs with hearing issues there is a different hearing test available called the Threshold test. It still uses the BAER machine but instead tests volumes of frequency — very similar to a human hearing test in fact. Just like with the BAER testing, you will receive a printout and report which shows whether your French Bulldog is losing hearing or not. Hearing loss is very common in older dogs, but there are ways in which you can care for a French Bulldog with deafness which I will explain further down. Should you buy a deaf French Bulldog? Owning a completely deaf Frenchie will come with a lot of challenges. Deaf dogs are harder to train, will startle easier, and will have problems socialising with other dogs and your own household. Your Frenchie could be at risk when out in public places. Your Frenchie will be very hard to train. Your Frenchie might respond better to vibration rather than audio. Your Frenchie might have to learn to respond to body language instead. If you are buying from a breeder then ask for proof of a hearing test before you purchase. If you yourself are a Frenchie breeder, have both the male and female tested before breeding. This will reduce the risk of congenital French Bulldog deafness gene being passed down to the litter. Deaf Frenchies might find it hard to socialise with other dogs. How to care for a deaf French Bulldog If you do buy a deaf French Bulldog puppy or have an older dog who goes on to develop hearing problems then here are a few tips. You can buy longer leads for this purpose. Use your hands to signal to them and facial expressions. You can also use light or vibration, such as talking in a deeper voice. Train him to respond to touch signals. Keep them in a fenced off area in your yard or garden to prevent him from wandering off. Use a flashlight or a laser pen to get his attention and respond to you. Stomp your feet on the floor when you enter the room so not to startle him. Attach a note to his collar that says he is deaf in case he gets lost. Can you get dog hearing aids? Yes, there are dog hearing aids available. Many dogs will struggle to interpret the noise and they will need extensive training to use the device. What other breeds of dog are prone to deafness? Aside from French Bulldogs, hearing loss is also very prevalent and common in the following breeds. American Bulldog. Common health problems in French Bulldogs October 1, The French bulldog is a popular breed known for its large eyes, perky ears, and playful personality. Like many purebred dogs, they are prone to a few health problems of which owners should be aware. The French bulldog is a popular breed known for its large eyes, perky ears, and playful personality. Frenchies are gregarious, energetic animals that love people and get along well with other pets. But like many purebred dogs, they are prone to a few health problems of which owners should be aware. The list of potential allergens is long and can include inhaled allergens such as tree and grass pollen, mold spores, dust, feathers, smoke, and perfumes , contact allergens such as detergents, fabrics, cleaning products, and shampoos , and some foods or medicines. Signs that your French bulldog may have an allergy include itchy or irritated skin , runny eyes, sneezing, vomiting, diarrhea, snoring from throat inflammation , and swollen paws. Commonly known as pinkeye, conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the outer layer of the eyeball and is common in both humans and pets. Frenchies are particularly prone to pinkeye, which often causes red or swollen-looking eyes and a sticky discharge from the affected area. Pinkeye could be caused by environmental irritants, chronic dry eye, or by a more serious underlying condition such as canine distemper. If your Frenchie shows symptoms of pinkeye, a visit to the vet is recommended. If bacterial infection is suspected, your vet can prescribe antibiotics, or if an allergy is the suspected cause, your vet can help identify the allergen responsible. French bulldogs are at greater risk for deafness than other breeds. Hearing loss may be complete, starting from birth, or may develop gradually. If you suspect your Frenchie is suffering from congenital deafness, your vet can perform something called a brainstem auditory evoked response BAER test. The BAER test is a quick min noninvasive test that uses electrodes to evaluate the ear canal, inner ear, and cranial nerve and brainstem function. As in humans, some instances of deafness in dogs may be addressed using cochlear implants. If your Frenchie is diagnosed with congenital deafness, ask your vet about available treatment options. Hip Dysplasia. Another condition common in French bulldogs is hip dysplasia—a condition in which the ball-and-socket joints of the hips are improperly formed, resulting in a laxness in the tendons holding the femur in place. Hip dysplasia is progressive , and if untreated can lead to decreased mobility, inability to jump or climb stairs, reluctance to exercise, and difficulty standing. Treatment for hip dysplasia may include physical therapy and aquatherapy, as well as dietary changes aimed at controlling obesity. If you suspect that your Frenchie is suffering from hip dysplasia, see your vet for a complete evaluation and advice on treatment options. In severe cases, surgery to repair or replace the hip joint itself may be necessary. Heat Stress. Like several snub-nosed breeds , French bulldogs are prone to heat exhaustion. Snub-nosed breeds like the Frenchie and the Pug typically have a harder time breathing and regulating body temperature than do their long-snouted relatives. For this reason, extra caution should be taken not to expose your animal to prolonged periods of extreme heat. Never leave your pet in a hot car, and if you plan to be outdoors with your pet, always provide a place with ample shade and water for your animal to relax. Signs of heat stress include excessive panting, blue or bright red gums, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, convulsions. If your pet displays any of these symptoms, get your animal to a cool place and call your vet at once. Here are tips on safely exercising your flat-faced dog. Cecily Kellogg is a pet lover who definitely has crazy cat lady leanings. Her pets are all shelter rescues, including the dog, who is scared of the cats. She spent eight years working as a Veterinary Technician before becoming a writer. Today she writes all over the web, including here at Figo. Your Pet's Type.

I am familiar with common and uncommon health problems they may face so when my boyfriend and I decided we were ready to adopt our own english puppy finding a reputable breeder that prioritizes health was most important to us. Erica and Mitch of Bruiser Bulldogs are just that. They are experienced, ethical and quality breeders. I was referred to them by my friend that I trust after I saw their gorgeous healthy puppy. Our Puppy Primrose is the light of our lives! Bruisers was there to assist us every step of the way. We would highly recommend Bruisers Bulldogs to anyone looking for their own happy, healthy pup! Leah H. We were lucky to have come across Bruiser Bulldogs and even more so the fact that they were near our family and hometown made it even better. We have had Clementine Callie for four months now, and she is a wonderful dog. Her personality is amazing, and I think part of it is breeding and the other part is Erika and her family lovingly raising the puppies in their home with plenty of attention and snuggles. I also was impressed that, rather than send the puppies out right at 8 weeks, Erika kept ours for a few extra weeks because she was tiny and not read to leave her mom yet. It's that care that differentiates Bruisers from other breeders. Emily R. Erica was easy to work with thru the entire process from application to adopting and now beyond as we host our new family member, Chief. Her on-call support and willingness to provide open, honest advice to all of our questions and concerns continues to be appreciated. We would highly recommend Bruiser Bulldogs to anyone looking for an English Bulldog to join their family. Elizabeth W. Lady L. They are experienced, responsive and knowledgeable about all things bulldog related. They went above and beyond for us and are truly dedicated to all of their pups! We love our little girl so much and would recommend Bruiser to anyone looking for a healthy beautiful bully. Jonathan E. Erica and Mitch are trustworthy, excellent communicators, fair, passionate, and produce the best bulldogs. We were at the top of the waiting list for months and Erica reached out every litter to see if we were finally ready for a bulldog. When we were, she was very easy to work with. Her knowledge on bulldogs is outstanding. We had many questions on the process and she always knew what was best for the puppy. We've had Penny formerly Blair for two months and she is very healthy, energetic, playful, and sweet. She is great with other people and dogs. We are so happy with our pup. When we are ready for bulldog 2, we will only consider Bruiser Bulldogs. Mitch C. Bowser was born April and is an integral part of our family. When we were first exploring English Bulldog breeders our biggest concern was the overall health of the dogs. We decided to work with Erica at Bruiser Bulldogs because we liked their focus on improving the breeds breathing abilities and the fact that the puppies are raised within her family environment before coming home with their new owners. Bowser also breaths clearly and our vet was impressed with his overall health from the moment we brought him home. All that said we know English Bulldogs have a predisposition to many health issues and that his current health can not predict the future. With that In mind its important to start with a breeder that open to answer any of your questions as Erica has ours, and that strongly believes in improving the breeds overall health profile. Adam B. My sister ended up finding Bruiser Bulldogs and we knew right away that they were the breeder for us. In September we ended up driving 9 hours to pick up two Bruiser bulldog puppies- one for my husband and I and one for my mom. Jackson and Penelope have been nothing but a joy. They are both very athletic and healthy. They are also HUGE snugglers and always want to be with you. It is an absolute pleasure having these two bullies in our lives! Erica is very knowledgeable about the breed. She is very hands on throughout the process and is just overall a kind and honest person to work with. With all that being said I cannot recommend Bruiser Bulldogs enough! Collyn C. One of the reasons we chose Bruiser Bulldogs was due to the claims about breeding for health. During our first visit at our vet's office, he told us that our pup was one of the healthiest English bulldogs he had ever seen. He is healthy, happy and social. Would recommend to anyone. Christina S. We seen our dog on their website and sent them an Email. Mitch called us and personally walked us through the process and made sure we had the right dog for our family. We couldn't be happier when we picked up our dog Ramsey, Erica made sure we had everything we needed and then some. They are truly amazing people who breed truly amazing dogs! Jim T. She was wanted and loved, never knew need and feasted on burger patties and vanilla wafers today after a wagon ride for her picnic in the park. We will miss her tail wags and soothing snores. Until we meet again sweet girl. Georgia hit the bulldog lottery today when she joined her new mom and dad forever. The house was quite and very lonely. When they saw Georgia, a senior that needed a home, they knew Priscilla would want them to honor her by adopting another senior bulldog. Georgia has moved out rescue and into a great home where she will want for nothing. Georgia is a 8 yr. After originally being found as a stray at a local shelter, Georgia has spent time with a local mutli-breed rescue. She has been loved and well taken care of, but the rescue groups feels that a breed specific rescue like LSBCR is more suited to finding her a home. Georgia is going to make a quick trip to the clinic to address some eye issues and to get a check-up. She is a very sweet and curious about everything going on around jer. When I first brought Miss Georgia into my house, she seemed just fine with my young bulldog, Hope, and my two Cavaliers. But when she met my 4 year old bulldog she became a little startled so I am keeping her separated from them for now just until I can figure out if they can get along together. She is perfectly house-broken—no accidents in my house at all. She takes care of all her potty business on her walks outside. She loves her bath times and then she loves to go rolling on her back in the grass! She will be going to see Dr. Whitworth tomorrow for her first check up so we will know more about her health after that. She never barks for anything, she never whines, and she continues to be very well potty trained. She has only used a puppy pad once and that was my fault because I was so slow to get her outside that morning. She had her fist visite with Dr. W on Friday, July 31st. W thinks Georgia is about 8 yrs. She is heartworm negative and weighs close to 65 lbs. It has been so hot, that I have been taking Georgia out either early or late when the temperatures are lower. Georgia is so good to let me put a hot on her or a cooling collar that I decided to let her wear some battery operated lights on her collar. Georgia has come a long way, her coat is filling in from the flea bits and looks beautiful. She loves her nap time and she loves car rides. But she loved to be around her humans. She has a lot of love to give some lucky forever family. This senior lady is searching for the perfect home to spend her days basking in the sun and napping on a soft bed. Although she will get along with other dogs for a short visit, once she is ready for company to leave she has no problem showing it. What Georgia wants, Georgia gets, and that includes free roam of the house baby gates are only obstacles to be overcome. One thing she will not tolerate are cats. She is very adamant about letting kitties know that they are not welcome in her house! However she can quickly be distracted by a man willing to show her affection. She is such a FLIRT, and will snuggle, rub and kiss on all the handsome fellas, following them around for lovins. If you are looking for just the right companion to share your heart with, please keep Miss Georgia on your mind. As a senior Georgia is constantly watching closely what everyone is doing. At a moments notice she can be on high alert and before you know it she has jumped right in the middle of anyone playing and having fun. Georgia loves loves loves people and kids, other things with fur can sometime be a problem. Georgia has been coming to work with me a lot and she spends most of her time napping. Georgia is completely potty trained and very easy to love. Additional Photos. In alone, dogs were rescued! Without the support of donors, sponsors and volunteers, GEBR cannot provide the much needed veterinary care and rehabilitation for these dogs. Thank you for your generosity so we can treat these wonderful dogs with the respect and love they deserve. Georgia English Bulldog Rescue, Inc. Our mission is to first ensure the safety and well-being of all English Bulldogs that we take in and secondly to educate the public in the care of English Bulldogs. We rehabilitate and re-home English Bulldogs that are sick, neglected, abused, or injured and provide a safe alternative to shelters for owners that are faced with the already difficult decision of finding a new home for their English bulldog. Owner purchased a bulldog without doing research on the special needs of a bulldog. An English Bulldog is located in a high kill shelter and their stray time is up. The bulldog is not a good candidate for adoption due to their obvious poor medical condition so they are at risk to be euthanized. Family no longer wants their senior English Bulldog anymore. Female English Bulldogs are dumped in the pound or on the side of the road by a backyard breeder because they can no longer produce puppies. Often, these poor girls are covered in mange and have various infections due to lack of proper medical care while with their previous owner.

Our goal over the past 27 years is to breed high quality puppies, with a focus healthy dogs with correct conformation and sound temperaments. That can only be done through proper breeding and knowing the history of the pedigrees and genetics of the dogs that you breed. You can find and buy cheaper puppies, but you take a huge chance on the temperament, health and the genetics of that dog. Here at our kennel, we strive to provide the average family with a world class German Shepherd from West German show lines and European working lines at a affordable price. We are not a commercial kennel or a puppy mill. We breed our females to selected males with the intention of breeding the best puppies possible. We provide AKC papers, pedigrees, health record with vaccinations and deworming, microchipped, and a lifetime of breeder support. Deposits are non-refundable. We reserve the right to keep the puppies of our choice from any litter. Thank you and God bless, Jim Godwin. Protection you can Hug Come and let us help you pick a beloved new family member that will provide unconditional love and protection for you and your family. Our dogs make great family pets, they are easily trained, and have a natural protective nature. Our past dogs have produced dogs that have served as mostly family pets, But some have been Therapy dogs, comfort dogs, K-9's and Schutzhund sport dogs. We are also placing our puppies with the Mississippi department of Corrections to be trained as working K-9's. Take some time and check out our website for lots of information on what we have to offer. And if you have time, we would love for you and your family to visit our kennel, just call and set up an appointment. Our babies are adopted quickly, so reach out to reserve your furever friend or to set up an appointment to visit. For the complete list please see our list page. As with any breed, you should always expect to pay much more for a registered purebred puppy. Prices for German Shepherd puppies vary depending on the breeder and the pedigree of the puppy. Some breeders may charge more or less depending on whether the puppy is show quality or not. If you are interested in owning a German shepherd, be sure to do your research and find a reputable breeder in Mississippi. With so many to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect one for you and your family. Here are a few tips to help you get started: Ask your friends and family for referrals. Visit local dog shows and meet with breeders in person. Be prepared to ask lots of questions about the puppies, the parents, and the breeding process. Make sure that the breeder is willing to provide you with references from previous buyers. If a breeder balks at any of your requests, consider looking for another breeder. German Shepherds are a very popular breed and there is no shortage of options when it comes to choosing one. Be patient, do your research, and you will be sure to find the perfect puppy. Visit Your Mississippi German Shepherd Breeder in Person If you are in the market for a German shepherd puppy, there are some things you should keep in mind. First, if at all possible, try to visit your Mississippi German Shepherd breeder in person to get a better idea of what sort of puppies they breed. This is beneficial to both the buyer and the seller. Breeders who are proud of their puppies will be more than happy to show them off. By visiting the breeder, you can see the environment in which the puppies are raised and get a first-hand look at the parents. This will help you to determine if the breeder is responsible and breeding healthy dogs. It is also important to ask lots of questions. A good breeder will be happy to answer all of your questions and will be more than willing to provide you with references. If the breeder seems hesitant or unwilling to answer your questions, it is best to move on. When looking for a German shepherd breeder, it is important to make sure that you are dealing with a responsible person. Questions to Ask Ask for References from Your German Shepherd Breeder in Mississippi One of the best ways to determine if a German shepherd breeder is responsible is to ask for references. Good breeders will be happy to provide you with references from previous buyers. If the breeder does not have any references, or if the references are all from family members or friends, it may be best to move on. A good breeder will be more than happy to provide you with references from previous buyers who are not related to them. It is also important to ask for health clearances from the parents of the puppies. Health clearances prove that the parents have been tested for genetic disorders and are free of any diseases. If the breeder does not have any health clearances, it is best to move on. Reputable German shepherd breeders in Mississippi can be tough to find, but it is worth the effort. By following these tips, you are sure to find the perfect puppy for your family. Happy hunting! Ask Your Mississippi German Shepherd Breeder if You Can Meet Past Customers When you are looking for a German Shepherd breeder in Mississippi, one of the best ways to determine if they are bred responsibly is to ask them if you can meet some of their past customers. Reputable breeders will be more than happy to provide references from previous buyers. Meeting past customers will give you a better idea of what sort of person the breeder is. In addition, it will give you a chance to see the environment in which they have been raised and ask questions about their health and personalities. A good breeder should be more than happy to meet with past customers. If the breeder does not seem willing to let you meet previous buyers, it may be wise to walk away. A responsible Mississippi German Shepherd breeder will work hard to make sure that every puppy finds a good home and will be more than willing to provide references from previous buyers who are not related to them. A good Mississippi German Shepherd breeder should have a good veterinarian that they use. This veterinarian should be familiar with the breed and should be able to provide health clearances for the parents of the puppies. If the breeder does not have a good veterinarian, it is best to walk away. A responsible breeder will work closely with their veterinarian to ensure that their puppies are healthy and free of any genetic disorders. It is also important to ask the breeder how often they have their dogs bred. Good breeders will only breed their dogs when there is a demand for puppies. They will also only breed their dogs when they are in good health and have been cleared by their veterinarian. If you are looking for a responsible Mississippi German Shepherd breeder, be sure to ask lots of questions. A good breeder will be more than happy to answer all of your questions and will be more than willing to provide you with references. An unethical Mississippi German Shepherd breeder will be more than happy to sell you a puppy without providing you with any information about the dogs or the puppies. They may even tell you that there are no records of the parents. It is also important to avoid breeders who are not willing to provide references from previous customers. Unethical breeders tend not to have many repeat customers because they do not take care of their dogs and neglect them when they are pregnant and after they give birth. Be sure to ask lots of questions before choosing a breeder. A good breeder should be able to provide you with all kinds of information about the puppies, the parents, and themselves. If the breeder is unwilling to answer your questions or seems shady, it is best to walk away. There are plenty of reputable breeders in Mississippi who would be more than happy to help you find the perfect puppy for your family. Many unethical breeders will try to hide this information from you. These breeders are usually trying to sell their puppies as quickly as possible and do not have much concern for the well-being of the puppies or their new families. There are no perfect dogs, but there are a lot of great breeders out there who will work hard to provide you with a healthy and happy puppy. However, a reputable breeder should be more than happy to provide you with a health record for your puppy. This health record should have all of the information on the vaccines that were given and any medical treatments that have been performed. They will also be able to inform you about what genetic disorders are common with the breed so you can watch out for them. Be sure to have a safe place for the puppy to sleep. This can be a kennel or a crate, but it should be big enough for the puppy to stand up and turn around in. You will need to have a place for the puppy to eat and drink. This can be a bowl or an automatic feeder and waterer. You will need to have a place for the puppy to potty. This can be an outdoor potty area or a pee pad. You will to have some toys for the puppy to play with. You will need to have a vet lined up who can provide care for your new puppy. If you can provide your German Shepherd with all of these things, they will be happy and healthy. However, if you are unable to provide these things, it is best to find an alternative pet. This process can take some time, but it is definitely worth it in the end. The best way to potty train your puppy is to take them outside frequently. When they go potty outside, be sure to praise them and give them a treat. Another thing that you can do is to put newspaper or pee pads in an area where the puppy can go potty indoors. When they go potty on the newspaper or pee pad, be sure to praise them and give them a treat. It is important to stay consistent with both of these methods so that the puppy will learn where they are supposed to go potty. If you are consistent with potty training, your German Shepherd puppy will be potty trained in no time. However, if you do not stay consistent, the puppy will likely start to potty inside the house. The best way to train your German Shepherd is to start when they are young. One of the most important commands that you can teach your dog is how to sit. Once your dog has mastered sitting on command, you can move onto the next step. The next step is to teach your German Shepherd puppy how to stay. When you come back, give them praise and another treat. Once they understand the concept of staying, you can start teaching them how to come when called. This process will take some time because you cannot reward them with treats every single time that they come when called; otherwise, they may get sick of coming when called after while. Eventually, your German Shepherd will learn how to stay and come when called whenever they are given the command. I love animals and love helping people adopt a pet. It all started when attending Missouri State University and I began volunteering at an animal shelter. If all goes as planned, there will be three planned breedings for the spring and summer months. He had an amazing temperament, was extremely athletic and black sable in color. Sarge was a proven stud known for producing his likeness and passing on his hereditary characteristics to his offspring four of which remain at Weizen German Shepherd. He has a great temperament, weighs 95 pounds and is solid black in color with massive bone structure. He is a proven stud and produces puppies with dark pigmentation and great temperaments. He has been obedience trained and had bite work training at Weizen German Shepherds. He has an excellent pedigree, great temperament and is very dark sable in color. She is black sable in color and weighs approximately 74 pounds. She is high drive, easily trainable and very protective. She is black sable in color and weighs 88 pounds. Ketura is intelligent, has a great temperament and is obedience trained. She is DM free by parentage. Dark is black sable in color, weighs 95 pounds and has an outstanding pedigree. Dark has a wonderful temperament and was obedience trained at Weizen German Shepherds. She was born and raised at Weizen German Shepherds. She is black sable in color, weighs pounds and is a natural protection dog. She is very intelligent, obedience trained and has an excellent pedigree. She is intelligent, very bold, high drive and black sable in color. She is a Sarge and Seattle daughter. She is high drive, powerful and very black sable in color. She is a fireball of energy and smart. She is eight months old and dark sable in color. Wulfe is the son of Ketura and Zor. He is two months old and will be use as a future stud pending OFA scores. He is black sable and has a wonderful temperament. All puppies are imprinted from birth using the U. Military Bio Sensor techniques and exposed to different situations on a daily basis until they go to their new homes. Lynne Wheat is a Bred with H. Please Note: Weizen German Shepherds reserves the right to have first choice puppy from any of their litters.

Fatigue Behavior changes loss of appetite, reluctance to engage, etc. If you notice any of these signs, make an appointment with your vet so they can perform screenings such as chest x-rays, blood tests, and an echocardiogram an ultrasound of the heart and nearby blood vessels to assess the issue. The condition can be serious if left untreated, but thankfully there are many treatment options available, such as diet therapy and medication. What To Feed a Labradoodle To live a long and happy life, Labradoodles must consume the proper amount of high-quality dog food and have access to fresh water. A balanced diet will help your pup maintain a healthy weight and avoid health conditions such as heart disease and hip dysplasia. If a pet parent is willing and able to cook for their dog, Whittenburg suggests a fresh, homemade diet that has been formulated by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist. Boutique brand and grain-free foods should be avoided. That includes servings of food in the right amount that provides more than 40 nutrients that pets require in their respective life stages, including proteins, fats, carbs, and vitamins, minerals, and independent amino acids, according to the Pet Food Institute. While there is no one-size-fits-all way to feed a Labradoodle and a consultation with your vet is recommended, Whittenburg says Labradoodle puppies under 6 months old should generally be fed a minimum of three times a day and adult dogs should be fed twice a day. Unless recommended by a veterinarian, dogs fed a complete and balanced commercial food diet should not need any nutritional supplements. However, Labradoodles that are fed a homemade diet may require supplements to ensure they are getting all the vitamins and minerals necessary to thrive, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, glucosamine, and a variety of antioxidants. Behavior and Training Tips for Labradoodles Labradoodle Personality and Temperament The high-energy, attention-seeking, intelligent Labradoodle requires frequent exercise, interaction, and play. While every Labradoodle is different, proper socialization is a must for helping your dog become a well-behaved companion. These dogs are not known to be excessive barkers, but the right amount of training and exercise is required to ensure they learn to behave appropriately. Labradoodle Training Because Labradoodles are a hybrid of two highly intelligent breeds, they are eager to please and highly trainable, according to Philippou. They can be taught to excel at everything from basic tricks like sit, stay, and roll over to running agility courses. Always use positive-reinforcement techniques, like using treats to reward good behaviors, during training. Due to their gentle and sharp-witted nature, Labradoodles can even be trained to become service dogs. Fun Activities for Labradoodles. Remind children to be calm and gentle. One of the healthiest things you can do for your puppy is give pup lots of love and attention lots and lots of attention. Dogs are extremely loyal by nature and are happy when they please you. Studies show that emotionally, dogs benefit from being petted by humans as mush as humans do from petting dogs. So spend time with your little companion. Melanies Gorgeousdoodles Puppies, my loving passion The first few months are very important for establishing good habits. It is always best to be prepared and read up on the best early training skills. Remember you have to train yourself and your family to be consistent! Here are some things you can do to help your Labradoodle pup feel as comfortable as possible. Teach children to always when hand feeding puppy dog a treat to do so with food in palm -of -their -hand. Many commercial foods are acceptable but be sure to choose a well-balanced one without any grians and no corn meal. Exercising doodle puppy Exercise is an important part of labradoodles overall health Puppy develops good motor skills and balance and life skills from being out and about. Playing games such as fetch challenge a puppy mentally. Remember, exercising helps puppy go poop so take a poop scoop. Rinse thoroughly and stand back — doodle will shake and shake! Grooming Brushing or combing with a wide tooth comb your Labradoodle regularly keeps his coat looking nice and it feels good to your doodle. And just as important, this is time for you puppy to bond. Important that you keep or have a groomer your doodle hair trimmed a little around their eyes, month and privates. There are lots of good book on dog training! Her website has a lot of excellent resources. Click to find link to order Virbac products for the best price. Training We Recommend: A Great Beginning: We start to train and work with our puppies from the first day, socializing as well as following the suggested guidelines of the best trainers in the US. We have a well researched program of using sounds, small tasks, toys and other materials to influence and help your puppy be an easy going, fun loving, social and well trained adult. Trainers tell us that the most important time for your puppy is between 8 and 11 weeks so we work with you to understand what you can do to continue to prepare your puppy for the world. Training: We recommend training your puppy as much as possible. The best puppies know their boundaries and are taught what is expected with love and devotion. The sooner your puppy is trained the sooner it is given more freedom. Therefore, strict training results in big rewards for puppy and owner. Labradoodles are easily trained. They should be completely potty trained within 4 to 6 weeks after pick up. Most are sitting, staying, shaking paws, and retrieving by 3 months of age, many can get the newspaper and more by then with proper attention. Puppies will jump up and it takes time and consistency to break this habit early. Crate training or room training is recommended: First I will cover crate training then room training. Crate Training: First get over the fact that to you it is a cage, to them it is a safe place when they are alone, safe from outside things and noises puppies have yet to become fearless of. They view it as their cave, a place they can sleep with the peace of mind. The crate should be just big enough for them to stand up, walk in a circle, and lay down. This is a different size at 8 weeks as it is at 4 months. Therefore I like something like the Life Stages Ultima Triple Door Folding Dog Crates from Petsmart where there is an additional wall that can be adjusted to increase the crate size as the puppy grows. It should contain toys. Bedding is typically used to pee on so do not use bedding until later once the dog can easily go all night without "going". I think the crate should be in a room, a selected safe room that later when the crate is no longer used becomes the place that when visitors come over who are not "dog people", the dog would stay in while these visitors are there. The first night the crate can be in a bedroom close to people and then later moved into the safe room if you desire. Some puppies pee in their crate at first and some don't, have patience. The point of the crate is to discourage peeing for a period of time. First crate the puppy for an hour or two and at night, then gradually longer. The point is to take the dog out before it has to go to the bathroom and as time goes by it can hold it longer and longer. Never more than 4 hours except at night when at first I recommend you get up twice during the night and let the puppy out, after two days wait and let the puppy out once in the middle of the night, gradually extend the wait time an hour until finally they have gone all night. After a few months I recommend graduating to room training. Remember to remove food and water an hour or more before leaving the dog in the crate, the puppy should be let outside and empty when left in the crate. Room Training: Select a safe room that when visitors come over who are not "dog people", the dog would stay while the visitors are there. For example, an extra bathroom or utility room. It should contain a wee pad if needed and toys. Bedding is typically used to pee on so do not use bedding until later. Some puppies pee in their space at first and some don't, have patience. This is the reason for the wee pad, see "wee pad" for how this is used and gradually removed. The point of the room is to discourage peeing for a period of time and keep them out of trouble. First confine the puppy for an hour or two and at night, then gradually longer. The room should be used up to a year when you are gone and at night. The sooner the puppy is trained and you can trust them the sooner they have free roam of the house. Remember to remove food and water an hour or more before leaving the dog, the puppy should be let outside and empty when left in the room. Wee pads: We put wee pads in the utility room when the puppies move into there, the wee pad is placed to one side. They have some chemical that draws the puppies.Take them out as much as possible; the point of the wee pad is an emergency situation only. Eventually they only use the wee pads at night. I suggest the wee pad be placed close to bed, in their "room" or at the back door in case someone doesn't notice them at the door. It works like this, and please don't punish them for using the wee pad but don't congratulate them either, congratulate them when they go outside. Eventually they select to please you versus the wee pad and then they just stop using the wee pad. When it is dry for a few days take it away.Food: We recommend free food and water all day if you are home. We use the best puppy food available. We do not feed people food to our dogs ever, some things you would never imagine are actually toxic listed below. When you pick up your puppy we give you a bag of food so you can continue it or mix it with whatever you desire slowly decreasing the amount of our food over time. But understand what you are feeding your dog. To find a good food read the first 5 ingredients on the bag. Now ask the following questions: What are the protein sources? We believe the primary source should come from quality animal protein, not vegetable protein or grain. Foods that list 2 or more grains in the first 5 ingredients may have more vegetable protein than animal protein. We prefer Chicken as the main ingredient. What about grains? Two or more grains listed in the first 5 ingredients means your food may have more vegetable protein than animal protein. Grains such as soy, corn, corn gluten and wheat gluten can be difficult to digest, which means less nutrition, possible allergic reactions and more clean up. Wheat, barley, rice, corn and oats are all man-raised crops that a dog would never eat in the wild. These ingredients are not properly digested and in many situations cause a dog to show allergy symptoms. Are there by-products? Some manufacturers consider by-products inferior sources of protein and, depending on the source, they can be difficult to digest. These ingredients contain meat sources that are typically unsuitable for human consumption. What are the fat sources? Some fats are better than others. We believe the primary fat source in dog food should be animal based because animal fats contain a profile of fatty acids that are easily metabolized and thus are generally more available to the body. We use Madden pin brushes on our labradoodles and have found this brush to be excellent quality. If you catch them in play mode during the day, you will only be reinforcing that brushing time is something to get all riled up about. Nail Clipping Clipping their nails is also a good exercise to do when you find them tired out. They tend to care a lot less about things. You can start by just clipping the nails on one paw. This way your pup learns this is quick and no big deal. It also gives you the opportunity to practice this exercise 4 days in a row, rather than once and then having to wait for them to grow again. When clipping, clip just the tip of the nail where it starts to curve downward, holding the nail clippers parallel to the bottom of the paw. Be careful not to clip too much, otherwise it will hurt and the nail will bleed. Lean towards clipping little bits more often than trying to get a lot off all at once. Ear Cleaning Ear cleaning is something that labradoodles need since they have those long ears that trap and hold in moisture. Check their ears every few weeks and if you notice they look dirty, then get a cotton ball or makeup remover pad, etc. Never push anything down in the ear, you could damage the ear and cause your puppy pain. Do the other side, and finish with an ear drying powder. In fact, over bathing can harm this quality in their coat, and actually cause you to need to bathe more often. If they get dirty, let them dry and simply brush the dirt right out. It is good to get them used to getting wet though, and when you do use shampoo, we recommend a tearless shampoo specifically designed for dogs as their PH balance is different than humans. A good minute walk daily will meet this need your new family member has. Up until then, their joints are developing and jogging on pavement would not be good for their joints. However, this does not mean you have to limit their activity. Running across the yard chasing a ball at their own pace and will is good for their developing body, and talking walks through the neighborhood is an excellent way to meet their exercise needs. Follow this labradoodle puppy care guide to help with the transition. A few things you might want to have with you when you pick up your puppy are a bottle of water, some baby wipes, and a towel or a blanket. If you are meeting your puppy at the airport, your puppy may be thirsty from the trip. We put a frozen dish of water in the crate, but it is usually long gone by the time your puppy arrives. The wipes are needed in case the puppy may have soiled the crate. The towel or blanket also, in case the puppy has soiled the crate, is for you to hold your puppy or to put in the crate. Using a Leash to Bond with Your Puppy When your puppy first arrives to your home, we suggest you keep the puppy on a leash for the first couple of days. Do your best to have the primary caregiver be the main person handling the leash. We also suggest you not have outside visitors to the home for the first couple of days. Give your puppy some time to adjust to her new family first before she meets your world. Your puppy is going to be a little confused at her new surroundings. From the beginning your puppy needs to learn that she is at the bottom, below even the youngest child. She needs to learn who her main leaders are and what the boundaries are in her new home. Labradoodles are people loving dogs! Your puppy will want to bond. Your puppy is smart and will quickly learn that the person attached at the other end of the leash is important to her. Your Labradoodle will look to you for example and comfort. She will learn that you are her source of not only example and comfort, but also food! Using the leash these first few days will help your new puppy learn who to trust and who to please. Other Advantages of Leash Training Your New Puppy Even if you are not holding onto the leash, you can control where she goes easily by stepping on the dragging leash. This is much more comfortable to a dog than having you lunge over her to get her. Keeping her on a leash also allows you to monitor where your puppy is in the house, and help her learn which rooms you would like her to be in and where she is not allowed. Lastly, having her on a leash helps her adjust to the idea of a leash so that she is ready to be trained to heel on a leash. A crate can be a useful and comforting tool or it can be an overused source of misery for your puppy. We suggest using a crate for very short periods of time during the day and for your puppy to sleep in at night. During the day there will come short periods of time where you have a task to do that requires your full attention. While your puppy is still in the house training stage, the crate can be very valuable to you. By putting your puppy in the crate for short amounts of time during the day, say an hour, maybe two, you can accomplish what you must do and also help puppy control her bladder. As soon as you let her out, immediately take her outdoors to relieve herself. Using the crate this way will encourage her to only go to the bathroom where it is appropriate to go. If your puppy is not crate trained already, you will have to work up to the hour or two hour mark. By the time your puppy arrives, she should be able to sleep around 7 hours through the night in a crate. Of course all puppies are individuals and so the time can vary. Your Golden Xpress Labradoodle puppy is used to being in a crate, but she is also used to smelling and hearing her siblings nearby. She may have adjustments to make in her new home because of this. Another factor in labradoodle puppy care is that their little tummies often get upset over the first couple of weeks in their new homes. To help her adjust to your home atmosphere and sleeping during the night, keep her crate in your bedroom at night. Keeping your hand down by the wire door is comforting to her. Responding to her cries with talking or tapping encourages your puppy to cry and whine more. Tapping on the crate lightly is ok, but not in response to her noise making. Another thing to think about with regard to labradoodle puppy care is if your puppy starts to wet her crate, you need to first check and see if her crate is too big. Generally, dogs do not relieve themselves in their sleeping places. If so, either use a smaller crate or block part off with a box. If her crate seems the right size, you may need to take out anything like blankets or soft materials. When your puppy has successfully kept her crate dry for a couple of weeks, try putting the bedding back in. Feeding Your Puppy At first, your puppy will need to be fed 3 times a day. Once they have adjusted, offer food to them all day so they learn not to gorge at meal time, and always make sure your puppy has clean, fresh water available to her. Feed your puppy in a quiet place, free from distractions. Put a good amount of food in her bowl and let her eat as much as she would like. After about 20 minutes or so, remove the food. Repeat this morning, mid-day and evening. It helps keep teeth and gums in better shape than wet food does. DO NOT feed your puppy people food. Your food does not provide the nutrition that your puppy needs. She will choose to have the people food and not eat her own. Feed your dog people food and you will have one unhealthy puppy. Just make sure you choose high quality dog treats with some nutrition. At Golden Xpress Labradoodles we give our dogs and puppies different kinds of treats: dog biscuits, dog turkey or chicken jerky. The jerky is good for a training aid around the house — to teach the puppy to come or to sit, or down. They are very intelligent and very willing to learn, and this makes them easier to train. Just remember that they are puppies so be patient. Lots of Loves Above all labradoodle puppy care requires lots of love. Make sure you pet her and hold her so she knows she belongs to your family. Labradoodles are loyal, loving dogs — give your puppy your love and she will return it tenfold. Labradoodle puppy care is something we can help you with! SCL has been breeding and raising Labradoodles since .Our opinion is that puppies should be raised with the sights and sounds of a typical home from day one, since it is typical homes our puppies go to. They should be exposed to as many varied sights and sounds as possible. Our puppies are born in our bedroom. A quiet and safe environment for mama to feel secure in is extremely important. A stressed mama releases stress hormones and her milk is affected, which affects babies. The stress hormones pour through the milk to babies resulting in higher stressed dogs as they mature. It is amazing how stress can negatively impact the development of puppies in so many different ways. We do not allow other dogs into the room, or other people into the room. A mama feeling a threat will quickly jump up and can unintentionally step on and harm, or kill, a newborn puppy. All of these reasons and more are why our pups are born away from the traffic of the rest of the house and in a place mama can relax in and feel safe in. We weigh them daily, check their identifying tags, change bedding, clip nails, etc. Just enough handling that they become used to us, but not so much that they are put under negative stress. Once puppies are about weeks old, we move them from our bedroom to our puppy nursery. The sights and sounds puppies are exposed to increase, but we are still able to control the degree of stress to mama and not have her and babies right in the middle of where people are coming and going through the main part of our home. Like most families, we have people in and out all the time, but we do not want mama feeling strangers are a threat, and we do not want visitors feeling they can handle puppies just because they are in the middle of our home. We control the exposure puppies have at this age and introduce them to things carefully. We want every experience to be a positive one. We want our puppies to be safe from disease and bacteria others may bring into our home. Around 4 weeks, they are introduced to a potty box, they begin eating mush, and they have much more people interaction with our family members or friends that have been taught how to properly handle a puppy, so the experience is positive for the puppy. They are exposed to a variety of musical instruments, as we are a musical family. They hear the radio, sometimes a movie on t. We begin introducing little slides and toys and rotate out daily. At about weeks of age, puppies begin being introduced to the great outdoors. We have a wonderful outdoor play yard with artificial turf, play toys, wading pools, and a variety of toys. Pups experience all sorts of new textures under foot, and have room to run and play. They are introduced to crates without doors and quickly learn to love them as a safe place. When weather does not allow for outdoor play, pups have a 12 x 12 indoor play area with much of the same types of toys and structures. During this time their exposure to outdoor things begins. Lawn mowers, goats, horses, cars, cats, chickens, etc. They are taken for walks in a puppy stroller. They visit the vet office. We increase their level of exposure as is positive for them and do everything we can to make sure they are well adjusted, relaxed, happy puppies. In general, we follow a raising and socialization program designed to slowly increase the exposure and stress to puppy as they are able to cope with it in a positive way. Our goal is to provide families with puppies that have had the best start in life that we can possibly give them. Once they leave our care, it is necessary for families to be committed to continuing this positive exposure and socialization. The next few months are just as critical as the first two. Build on the foundation we started and you will end up with one of the most rewarding experiences and relationships with your dog. This video on our YouTube channel visually walks you through all the things you need to prepare for your new puppy. What should you be doing for your puppy once he has joined your family to ensure you are providing the environment necessary to help your puppy be an outstanding companion? At Spring Creek, we are very careful to provide the appropriate socialization and experiences while raising each litter. It is up to every family to continue the careful raising of their puppy during the following critical periods after the puppy has left us. This document is a great resource for understanding what happens as a puppy develops. It is very important to understand that the risk of parvo is much less than the risk of ending up with a puppy with very serious socialization issues that result in families choosing to give up their dogs later or even have them euthanized due to extreme fear and fear aggression issues. A few of the large guide dog organizations have done studies on the risks of parvo versus the risks of poor socialization and found the risk of parvo to be extremely low compared to fear and aggression issues that resulted from well intentioned people keeping their puppies secluded and isolated until vaccinations were completed. We do not encourage keeping your pup isolated, and we DO encourage as much safe socialization as you can find with your puppy in meeting other people and other dogs. That is a wonderful and rewarding experience, but it does require a lot of work as well as require understanding what you need to allow and need to do in order to prevent problems from developing. This includes testing your children. How can you help your puppy and children get along and help your children know what is appropriate handling of a puppy? The info below is invaluable and every family with a child that wants to adopt a puppy should read these pages as well as talk about these things regularly with your children. If you are not supervising your children with your puppy, or if you are not requiring your children to handle puppy appropriately, you are almost certain to have issues develop. He grabs your pants and hangs on while growling. He growls when you try to take something from him. And, you start to wonder if he was the dominant one in the litter. You are sure you are doing everything right and that there is just something wrong with your puppy. ALL puppies growl, nip, and bite. If children are involved in your home, you should not expect a puppy to respect your child, and it will be up to YOU to supervise and make sure you intervene if a puppy growls or nips at your child. Children are not capable of correcting a puppy in an appropriate manner, and if you tell your child to correct puppy, you will likely make the problem worse. Since puppy knows your child does not have the same authority as you do, they will almost certainly react to being corrected by them and growl or nip or bite even more. They see your children as equals and they are treating them as they would another puppy in their litter. Why would you expect anything different from your puppy? He is not a stuffed animal and he does have a mind of his own. Like your teenage child, a juvenile puppy wants to explore their limits and it can be frustrating. Growling and nipping that is part of the normal communication process for a puppy CAN turn into very concerning behaviors if you do not know how to communicate with them properly. How to train properly using rewards and keeping training fun. Understand methods for correcting behavior that will not result in your puppy challenging you further. Always have a calm and confident attitude. If you have read this and are concerned you may not know how to properly deal with normal growling and nipping, then you need to get professional help involved with you and your puppy as soon as puppy is in your home. If you do not, then look for another trainer immediately. Not all are created equal and a trainer who knows what they are doing will absolutely be able to help you train your puppy, identify problems, and know how to resolve them when they come up. We personally highly recommend hiring a behaviorist to help you with training, not just a normal dog trainer. There is a BIG difference between a trainer and a behaviorist and their knowledge is extremely helpful and useful, especially when it comes to working with normal, but problematic behaviors. All foods are not created equal. Many of the ingredients used in dog foods are fillers that have been shown to be the very reason that so many pets are developing diseases that shorten their life span or make their quality of life less than desirable. Do you really want to feed your dog these foods? We have researched dog foods, and have found that there are companies using high quality, holistic ingredients. Foods that are not made with fillers and poor quality ingredients, but foods that will contribute to helping your dog live a long and healthy life. Also, the Dog Food Advisor online reviews dog foods and is an excellent resource to utilize. The cost of a quality food may initially seem high, but remember that you are feeding less than you would if you were purchasing a cheap grocery store food as their system absorbs more of the food and they eat less, which also results in smaller stools. Your dog is a loved family member and deserves to be fed a quality food that will keep him in good health for a very long time. There are a couple of foods on our recommended list for you to consider feeding your puppy. Three brands are available from privately owned local stores as well as can usually be ordered online. All the below foods are from companies that do not have recall histories, have fabulous food reviews from owners and independent dog food review sources, focus on fresh, quality ingredients, and have years of history proving their reliability, safety, and commitment to providing a quality product. We try to keep this list updated with cost breakdown, but prices vary a bit depending on where you purchase, so the prices below may be slightly different than what you find in a storefront or online store as things change constantly. Our preferred quality, all natural puppy food that does NOT contain chicken, beef, fish, wheat, corn, soy, etc. They frequently have intro discounts and if you set up a couple products on auto-ship you get free shipping! Our preferred adult dog food! Does not contain chicken, beef, fish, wheat, corn, soy, etc. When you receive a puppy from us, our recommendation is to continue feeding the food that puppy is accustomed to for at least a couple of weeks. After a few weeks, changing to another food doing a slow transition at least 7 days is completely fine. Please feed a food that does not contain the ingredients below. These are common sources of allergy, digestive, or other health issues for dogs.

Life Span Did You Know? Although this breed is very popular, it is not currently recognized by the American Kennel Club. As long as they are well-socialized, Miniature Goldendoodles tend to make excellent family companions. They tend to get along well with children, other dogs, and other pets. Although they will alert you of strangers at the door, they tend to warm up quickly as they are more interested in making friends and receiving attention. Mini Goldendoodles are highly adaptable dogs. Their smaller size makes them a great fit for apartment living or for bigger homes with yards where they can run. As long as they get enough daily exercise, mental stimulation, and attention, they can adapt well. These little dogs tend to do well in just about any climate. However, like any dog, they are sensitive to heat. Due to their smaller size, you may need to gear up with some dog-friendly winter gear when temperatures start falling. Because this dog breed is loyal and people-oriented, they love to be in your company and do not like being left alone for long periods of time. This means they can be prone to developing separation anxiety if you do not work with them on it early on. Instead, make sure your new Mini Goldendoodle puppy has an active role in your life. If you do need to leave them alone for a bit, make sure they have some comforting toys or challenging puzzles to keep them from getting bored. Reputable breeders will screen their dogs to avoid passing preventable issues to puppies. Make sure you are asking about the health and genetic history of the parents. You can also ask about any health tests and clearances that have been done. The Mini Goldendoodles is a highly intelligent dog that picks up on things quickly and is eager to please. They tend to be sensitive to tone of voice as well. As long as training is consistent and focused on positive praise and reward, a Mini Goldendoodle will strive to be obedient and impress you and tends to excel at almost any task. These traits make the Mini Goldendoodle one of the best dog breeds for first-time owners and a good fit for owners of all experience levels. Daily brushing is recommended to remove tangles and prevent mats. Bathing is occasional and can often be relegated to the dog groomer that is recommended you visit every weeks. The groomer can help handle some of this during visits, but you will still need to do some maintenance at home between visits. Nail trims once or twice monthly keep nails from growing too long. Weekly ear checks with careful cleanings as needed help prevent ear infections. Daily brushing, plus cleanings at the vet as needed, is good dental care for dogs and can help prevent painful dental diseases later in life. Although the parents of this breed have a lot of energy, a Mini Goldendoodle tends to sit in a more moderate activity range. Daily walks plus some playtime and time to run are usually enough for them. But, they are also likely to match their energy level to yours, so be prepared for some bursts of energy as well as plenty of cuddling on the couch. Fully-grown Mini Goldendoodles usually stand inches tall at the shoulder. A Miniature Goldendoodle puppy can vary in size based on the generation of the dog. The result is generally a dog that will range from pounds. Looking at the size of the parents for an F1 or F1-B puppy can be a good indication of what size to expect in a fully-grown Miniature Goldendoodle. Mini Goldendoodles generally live for years on average. Featured Mini Goldendoodle Article. No Puppy Mills. What We Do Our desire is to create a place where people connect with their new in-home raised puppy, in-home breeders can show off their healthy and thriving puppies for adoption, and dog families can locate reliable services to care for their dogs. Homemade Puppies is your one-stop shop for puppies for adoption that have been home-raised and are ready to find their forever home. We feature a range of puppy listings from comprehensively screened and interviewed breeders in order to provide you with the ultimate source of happy, healthy dogs that your family will love for a lifetime. Not all of our furry friends come from the Lancaster region, but you be confident that every single puppy—and their moms, too! We also offer dog breeding services with our stud, Watson, our ACA registered family miniature poodle who has successfully sired many litters for our clients. There are still too many puppy mills, and the big players care more about their bottom line than happy, healthy puppies. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive listing service for puppies for adoption that offers peace of mind that your new family member is happy and thriving. Our dog breeding services are provided for people who will raise the puppies in their home, and we never work with puppy mills. With us, you know that your puppy from Lancaster, PA is always coming from a happy, clean home. Browse our listings today to find your new pet or contact us about our breeding and puppy listing services using our web form. If you are looking for a healthy, happy, home-raised puppy from Lancaster, PA, then welcome to the Homemade family. Our journey to Old Amish country was for business, not pleasure. When you think of Amish country industry, one conjures oak furniture, quilts and perhaps farm stands. Few may realize that the Amish also flourish when it comes to breeding puppies. Like many people seeking special companions in the Northeast and Midwest regions of the United States, we drove hours, invested hundreds of dollars and loads of emotional energy into this pilgrimage to a unique religious and cultural landscape. She was an Amish-born canine Doodle princess. Her given name: Alisha. Dreams of a Dog Deferred For years, my year-old asked to get a dog. We spent hundreds of hours discussing the idea, researching breeds and considering when and how to obtain a canine companion. We tried visiting local animal shelters and discovered a majority to be fearsome pit bulls, a breed our entire family dislikes. I tried using the popular site Petfinder to locate rescue dogs and found few available after several wild goose chases. That app would often shuttle me to animal shelters in other states, and dogs we pursued were already adopted. The Petfinder site also seemed slow to update and clunky to use. Doodles are often intelligent, good natured and hypoallergenic. German Shepherds and Pit Bulls be damned. Golden Retrievers and Labradors? Watch out. Doodle popularity is coming to dethrone your breed next. Meanwhile, we heard positive things from people who found pets from the Amish in Pennsylvania. One weekend in January, I restarted the search for a puppy and came across the Lancaster Puppies website, downloading the iOS app. When I changed the filter to Pennsylvania, more than cockapoos surfaced. I Love HER! Let us rejoice and be glad in it. And she was located in Quarryville, Pa. The description on the profile of Alisha explained her heritage — daughter of a cockapoo mother named Roxy and a toy poodle stud a seeming misnomer — and other details. Their voice mail said they would return calls on Monday. My daughter prayed that night that we could adopt Alisha and peppered me with questions nonstop. With a cheery voice, she said we were first in line to adopt Alisha and we were lucky to have called the day they listed the puppies — before many other people called about Alisha and her two siblings. Molly enjoyed her new luxurious furniture. We made plans to mail a check. It was too late. Another woman was in line to adopt Ashley. My daughters felt the woman was rude to Esther and expressed their disgust multiple times, also hoping she would drop out of contention for the second puppy — to no avail. Later, Esther gave me details for a new friend who could receive a Zelle payment. I asked this woman, Lauren, about the puppy industry in Amish country. My conversation with Lauren also confirmed that Esther and her family were legitimate. All we do is show the puppies and give them our information and then you can call. It was clear that some animal rights activists despise the Amish dog breeding industry. Sadly, dogs are considered livestock, a cash crop and just another source of lucrative income for the Amish. It said the communities often sell their dogs directly to the public through Lancaster Puppies, Greenfield Puppies or a mix of online classified sites such as Puppy Find. One video suggested some Amish breeders perform cesarean sections and other procedures on dogs rather than hiring a veterinarian to do so. Some sites made undercover videos that aim to expose inhumane treatment, showing dogs in cages without proper medical treatment. Snopes concluded that the statistic cannot be proven and that many commercial breeding kennels in Lancaster had closed. Other sites say some Amish puppy mills house dozens or hundreds of dogs in pole barns or outbuildings, where dogs live in overcrowded, stacked cages. They allege that the dogs are force-bred at every heat cycle. They say veterinarian care is minimal because it costs money. I filtered all puppies on the app from Quarryville and did a series of random checks to see how many puppies Esther and Isaac listed. I saw only two small batches of puppies, which made me feel good. I noticed some other sellers have many more batches for sale. I appreciated how personable and honest Esther was on the phone. We talked about the puppy mills problem at one point, and she welcomed me to ask questions and write about this topic. She also welcomed our family to pick up the puppy and meet their family. To me, these were all good signs. I also saw signs that parts of the Amish community were working toward better practices for puppy breeders. A story from The New York Times showed the Amish community was facing backlash and boycotts over its ambitious dog breeding goals and questionable methods three decades ago. As bad press exposed the practices, regulations took effect in some locations, and some norms also changed as more Amish families saw dogs as pets rather than just livestock. One story in Gannett newspapers in Indiana and Kentucky in reported how the Amish were aiming to restore their dog breeding reputation. Purdue researchers advised the breeders to let dogs run in the yard to exercise and socialize more and found the dogs looked and behaved better. The project aimed to develop certifications that would go beyond U. Department of Agriculture mandates on food, water, housing and climate. The Amish have always used horses to pull their buggies and help with farm work, meaning horse breeding has always been part of Amish culture. And the site said some Amish people are active in the exotic animal trade, breeding parrots, zebras, foxes and hedgehogs. Perhaps Netflix will consider a series on Amish exotic breeders once it exhausts its appetite for portraying tiger breeders such as Joe Exotic and Carole Baskin? Many people recognize Old Order Amish for their horse-drawn wagons and their 17th century appearance that includes mostly dark-colored clothing, beards for men, head coverings for women in public and a prohibition on zippers. Those are fine. He wondered aloud if Alisha would be troubled riding in an automobile powered by an internal combustion engine rather than horses. The Amish in America grew out of conservative Anabaptist communities that started in Switzerland in the s. They follow the teachings of Jakob Ammann, who spearheaded a split with the Mennonites over the issue of excommunication. The Mennonites take a softer approach to excommunication. As we arrived in Lancaster County, I felt refreshed. The clean air, rolling pastures and orderly, well-made buildings reminded me of bucolic countryside in Europe, such as in rural Germany or Switzerland, where the Amish originated. I also sensed a pleasant absence of marketing, technology and materialism. As we passed the schoolhouse, my year-old daughter chimed in. The Old Order Amish are known for being separate from the dominant society and cautious of technological innovations, according to Edsel Burdge, Jr. And they area growing in number. Another 6, live in Canada and about live elsewhere. The birth rate for Old Order Amish is more than triple the U. Many Amish families have 5, 10 or more children. They scampered in the yard, playing and bonding with the tiny puppy while I chatted with Esther and Isaac. Their own house dog, an older Yorkshire Terrier, pranced around the yard. They told me they first started owning and breeding Siberian Huskies, a favorite dog for Isaac, in the early s. That was pretty decent pay. The big boom for their business occurred as apps began making markets between breeders and buyers. Most people now are from out of state. I mentioned I saw they had recently had clients from Brooklyn, Ohio and many other places. From their perspective, Petfinder and other apps that connect stray dogs and rescued dogs to owners is a wonderful service. They also know America has more demand for pets beyond the stray and rescue market. And the demand is very helpful for Amish families, trying to sustain their family, their farm and their faithful way of life. Isaac and Esther said they are glad to see the awareness of puppy animal welfare growing in the area. A non-profit group called PAWS includes a large group of Amish men who work with animal welfare advocates to educate people about the law as well as how to have decent care for dogs. Isaac and Esther gave us a tour of their farm, including the workshop where Isaac and his children fashion beautiful, hardwood furniture with clean lines and, sometimes, a distressed farmhouse look. They showed us the barn where they keep their horse and buggy. Dogs at the Amish farm had access to the outdoors, heated and cooled kennels and lots of exercise and fresh air. And they showed us their dog kennel with half a dozen Siberian Huskies on one side and half a dozen small dogs like Cocker Spaniels and Shih Tzus on the other side. Each dog had its own fenced in area and the ability to run through a pet door to an outside area. The dogs seemed happy, healthy and energetic. They barked and ran excitedly when seeing my children. I was glad to see the dogs also ran on safe, flat floors rather than on raised chicken wire platforms like animal rights videos showed of puppy mills. Esther pointed out an air conditioning machine that keeps the kennel cool in the summertime. Our conversation was interrupted momentarily by my 5-year-old daughter running up and making an important announcement. They suggested people do basic things like get in contact with sellers, make sure people are doing more with puppies than just giving basic food and water. They say to make sure that worming and vaccinations are up to date and certified by a veterinarian. You would think we know how to do it. But we keep learning. As we walked around the farm, I enjoyed chatting with Isaac about growing up as the son of a Baptist pastor in South Dakota and the fact we are in different wings in the broader Christendom. Another enjoyable moment in our conversation was when I explained that I hoped the dog would help my kids stay off technology devices. And, in that moment, I realized the Amish were prescient and inoculated from the plague of big technology companies that has wrought an explosion of addictive algorithms and legions of substandard of content. I asked if that was true and if it is now changing. Now, they see more people caring about the puppies and realizing they are pets. They say the PAWS group has helped with that perspective shift. A horse and buggy the Stoltzfus family uses for transportation. A coffee shop at a grocery store in Quarryville, Pa. Driving home with Molly to New Jersey. Several horses and buggies parked in the lot and I saw one older Amish man riding an electric wheelchair, causing me to wonder how he got special dispensation. Inside the grocery store, a vaulted pantheon-style wall featured a large mural depicting lush Amish farms and a train passing through the bucolic scenes. The world and they that dwell therein. A cheerful mural with a religious message inside a grocery store in Quarryville, Pa. Young Amish women work the kitchen and the cash register. We voted at dinner one night on a new name with the winning nomination coming from my daughters and secured by persuasive speeches. Esther called me a day later to see how the puppy was doing and to ask if I could send them a copy of the article when it is published. I said, yes, I can mail a copy. She suggested I could perhaps fax them a copy. Such a practice would limit the integrity and independence of the author. So I respected their wishes as well. I felt my life was enriched from my trip to Lancaster County and my time with them. I hope my family can visit again before long to see more of the landscape, culture and food. Emmy and her new puppy, Molly. She seems puzzled by cell phone cameras and tilts her head in a cute way when she hears music or videos. Her experience with the Stoltzfus family and her fellow dogs in the kennel prepared her to sleep well at night and to understand boundaries better than most puppies. She wakes up ready to play with kids in my house the same way she woke up ready to play with kids at the Stoltzfus house in Quarryville. 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Obesity can affect all dog breeds , however food-loving Labradors tend to put on weight very easily. The PDSA suggest: 1. Make meal times more exciting and last longer by feeding in snuffle mats, puzzle feeders, or by encouraging foraging — if they have dry food. Use healthy treats for training — chicken, turkey, or even carrots are tasty treats that aren't high in calories. Alternatively, set aside some of their daily food allowance to use as treats instead so you can be sure you aren't overfeeding them. Ensure they get enough exercise. You can do this at home — by weighing them, and by looking at their body condition. Take a good look and feel of your pet's body. If they are an ideal, healthy weight, you should be able to: See their waist, from the side and above Feel your pet's ribs when running your hands over their side Feel the spine and hipbones but they shouldn't be sticking out Feel your pet's tummy go in, not bulge out Touch the base of your pet's tail, and there shouldn't be a build-up of fat "If you think your pet is over or underweight based on your assessments at home, the next step is to contact your vet — they'll be able to give your pet a health check, as well as providing advice and support to help them get to the ideal weight," says Shauna. For more information, visit pdsa. All rights reserved. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc. Eating too much is the main reason why dogs gain weight. It may be tempting to simply reduce the quantity of what you already feed your Lab. Therefore, you should purchase a prescription weight loss food through your vet. Prescription weight loss foods tend to contain more protein, vitamins, and minerals than OTC foods, decreasing the risk of nutrient deficiencies. Some weight loss foods are not very calorie-dense, meaning you can continue feeding about the same volume of food to your Lab without increasing its caloric intake. Labrador retrievers are known to eat enormous amounts of food. No matter how much you feed a Lab, it will always want more. If you have children, do not feed them when your Lab is around. Also, supervise your children if they feed your Lab; they may feed it too much and not realize it. Although your Lab now needs to eat fewer calories, you do not have to cut treats completely out of its diet. Instead, you can feed the occasional healthy treat, such as apple slices, unbuttered popcorn, and bits of bananas. They are usually high in sugar and fat. Keep a consistent meal time and feed the same amount at each meal time. Your vet may recommend trying a new weight loss food. I have a 4 month old puppy called Charlie. He is lovely. Seems very healthy and bright and approaches everything in life with great enthusiasm. I have had a black Labrador before, many, many years ago, when I was a kid — and my mum did all the work and worrying. That Labrador was from a big farm in North Yorkshire and I guess he was from "working lines". I feed Charlie on Royal Canin kibble which is what the breeder used and he gets loads and loads of treats — at puppy class clicker training, for walking without pulling, for peeing and pooing outside. Should it be about the same weight chicken for kibble? At 4 months, Charlie is the same weight 17kg now as the girl puppy that the breeder kept for herself. The breeder says that based on his mum and dad, she would guess Charlie will end up weighing, when he is grown, about 35kg. The vet says he is not too fat and is fine, and the vet nurse says the same. Is there anything else I can do to check that he is not overweight? Many thanks for reading what is probably too much information, and thank you in advance for any comments you are kind enough to give. JulieT I have tried to attach a picture… the one on the sofa shows the "puppy fat" along his back and his big tummy. Chicken coop and compost scrap bucket — bonus! Food throwing toddlers— double bonus for a fat labrador! And of course so too have we! Dog friendly — tick can you be too friendly? Chicken friendly— still deciding whether our pet chooks are food or friends! Good health — all appears good other than his obesity! We are off to a great start! The Fat Labrador Diet Begins! September 29th First things first- a fat labrador weight check. Today is the day……. So off to the veterinary clinic we traipse, in search of some specially designed dog scales. Once at the clinic and with a little encouragement, Maxo ambles onto the scales. We watch on with bated breath as the digital display escalates and finally settles on the magic number of 45… A reading of 45 kg or 99 pounds! It is official- this fat Labrador is so overweight he falls into the clinically obese category!! Maxo is not a particularly big framed lab. He stands at 57 cm at the shoulder which is similar to the height of the average female Labrador retriever. Based on his height we calculate his ideal dog weight to be in the range of kgs lbs. These calculations are engrossing, right? So much so, that I am oblivious to the fact that my 3 year old son has located a basket of pig ear chews. Lincoln has proceeded to run around the vet waiting room holding two chews to the sides of his head, pretending to be a pig! He has been drooling and watching intently and spies his opportunity as my son drops an ear to the floor. My arm is wrenched by the leash, as Maxo excitedly pounces upon the ear. With an excited snort and spittle flying, Maxo devours the pig ear in 4 seconds flat. Having just devoured unplanned calories in under 4 seconds! There's no mistaking, the fat Labrador weight challenge has definitely begun. I'll have to up my game with this lab! Maxo has taken to his new home, new diet and new activity plan like a duck to water! At his recent weigh-in Maxo had lost a total of 3. Averaging grams per week 2. So how have we achieved these Labrador weight loss results? Well the same applies for dogs. This involved a general health check and a blood profile. Excess dog weight also predisposes to conditions such as heart disease, joint disease and diabetes. Veterinary checks for conditions such as these will enable any underlying conditions to be effectively managed so that optimal weight can be achieved. Fortunately for us, Maxo receives a clean bill of health on his blood test results! Dog weight gain comes down to a simple equation; if calorie intake is greater than calorie output, weight is gained. This equation had obviously been in action for quite while with out fat labrador. So to limit Maxo's calorie intake, a calorie-restricted obesity management food was selected. Specialized diet food for dogs should be low in fat and calories, high in protein to help dogs to feel full longer and maintain muscle mass. This food must be portioned to meet the daily calorie needs and allowance for your dog's healthy weight. Due to our busy lifestyle our personal preference is to feed dry dog food or kibble. From a practical point of view I find that dry food is less messy, easier to measure and easier to store. Learn more about dog diet food here. And treats you ask? You may think this is a little harsh but I beg to differ. The fast fix of a treat is soon forgotten whereas engaged play and our attention has a longer lasting positive experience. With our fat Labrador arriving to a clean slate; a household where there are no pre-set treat feeding habits. If your dog depends on treats, there are several tactics you can employ to reduce the number of treats you feed. Learn how to avoid pleading looks from your overweight labrador. Step 3: Restricted exercise levels suitable for a fat Labrador Why restricted you ask? Well in addition to lacking stamina, overweight and obese dogs are prone to joint injuries and heat stress when exercising. Being a fat Labrador, Maxo is especially prone to heat stress and he tires very quickly. Because of our hot climate, we walk Maxo early in the morning and late in the evening and try to incorporate a cooling dip in the local creek whenever we get the chance. Heaven for an overweight Labrador living in a hot climate! Currently Maxo averages 2 x 20 minute sessions of lead walking or swimming per day. As his fitness improves and his weight drops these sessions will gradually increase in time and intensity. See more about exercising overweight dogs. So there you have it.Maxo is losing weight due to a lifestyle makeover! And the funny thing is, we are also reaping the rewards. I had forgotten just how good it feels to end the day taking your dog for a walk. Water play and swimming are ideal past times for a fat labrador! Maxo has passed the halfway mark in his Labrador weight loss journey! Well done Maxo! He has now lost 8. And what a difference this has has made! Gone is our lethargic bear of a Labrador and in his place is an alert, active and shapelier version! Maxo is a very willing participant. Swimming is a regular favorite, as are off-leash romps with his friends down at the local creek. Sure, we still get the doe eyed and pleading puppy eye looks whenever there is food around and yes we do need to keep an eye out for his opportunist food seeking behavior especially around the kids! But this is just part and parcel of having a Labrador in the family. And it is up to us as his owners to stand firm and do our best for him by not giving in! It turns out that a good old belly rub and a bit of fuss is ten times more rewarding than being fed a treat anyway! And seeing just how far Maxo has come further motivates us in helping him lose his final 7 kilos to attain his target weight of 30 kg. Maxo tries not to look too smug about his fat labrador weight loss achievement! And with his move to the tropics our fat Labrador has discovered that there is a very tasty pay-off to the heat and humidity of this time of year… the mango season! All that was required for this discovery was an afternoon amble with one of his canine companions where Maxo observed his friend sniff out and devour a fallen mango. Up until this point Maxo had paid no attention to mangoes at all, but now armed with this tacit piece of doggy knowledge, Maxo has realized his own backyard bounty of mangoes on offer. But as it turned out, we were not imagining things! Showing off the fruits of his labor, Maxo would carry his mangoes to us and quickly devour them skin and all leaving behind a well denuded seed. I mean, how fattening can the occasional mango be? Well it turns out, if you eat enough of them they can be very fattening indeed- especially for a fat Labrador trying to lose weight! Nought, zilch, not one single gram!! Each mango alone can weigh up to grams. So in effect each mango eaten by our Labrador equated to about kcal consumed. Which meant Maxo was more than doubling his daily calorie consumption through fruit alone! So remember, everything that passes our dogs lips, contributes to their daily calorie tally. Maxo has done so well with his fat Labrador weight loss program and is now honing in towards his target weight. But there may be trouble on the horizon as I have recently spied some ripening passion fruit and banana in the garden and wonder how long it will be before Maxo is ready to develop his tropical fruit palate further! Despite his mango setback, Maxo makes great progress in his fat labrador transformation. February 23rd No longer an overweight labrador. Maxo has officially done it! He has achieved his healthy target weight!! We can confidently say our fat Labrador has successfully morphed into a fit Labrador! Weighing in at .Maxo can run, jump, swim and play- with energy to spare! No longer satisfied with tagging along behind his doggy friends, Maxo keeps up with the best of them and can now outrun many! Who would have thought? Instead of lardy, he is lean! Instead of fatigued, he is fit! And instead of tubby, he is terrific! Maxo has completely transformed! So much so that visitors often think he is a different dog! Having lost .His energy levels have sky rocketed and finally he is living a life befitting of a three year old Labrador! A healthy life full of energy and play. Go Maxo! From fat labrador to fit labrador. Maxo is loving his new lease on life. Want to achieve fantastic weight loss results for your overweight Labrador? Helping your dog to lose weight. Is My Labrador Fat? The best way to tell is by eye and touch. Have a look at your dog and compare him with the picture below of a healthy Labrador. Look at your dog from the side. Does his belly slope upwards towards his groin, or is it a level line from his front legs to his back, or even worse is it sagging down between his legs? Your Labrador should have an upward sloping line from the base of his chest, towards his back legs. Now look at the dog from above. You should be able to! Your dog should not be the same width all the way down his body. Look at your dog from the side again. Can you see any ribs? Run you hands along his rib cages firmly. Can you feel his ribs? If you can see ribs when he is standing still he is too thin. If you cannot feel his ribs at all with your hands he is too fat! As we have seen above, the best way to tell if you have a fat Labrador is by looking and feeling. The trouble with providing you with a number is that it can give a false impression. Depending upon whether your Lab is field or bench bred, short or tall, chunky or slight, male or female, will all make a big difference to their ideal weight for the individual. The average adult Labrador will weigh anywhere between 55 to 80 lbs! Male Labs usually being around 5 to 10 lbs heavier than their female counterparts. If you are still unsure whether your Lab is the right weight for his or her build having given her a thorough check yourself as described above, then the best thing to do is to pop down to your local veterinarian. They will be happy to let you know how much your individual Labrador should weigh. Why Is My Labrador Fat? So how did your slim little puppy end up as a fat adult Labrador? There are three common assumptions that people make when considering how their dogs came to be overweight. Does the dog need more exercise? Has he got some kind of medical problem? Or am I just feeding him too much at mealtimes or giving too many snacks? In general if your dog is overweight the real reason is simply that he has eaten too much. Or rather, been allowed to eat too much. Does my dog need more exercise? He may well need more exercise, but that is not why he is fat. He is overweight because when you take into account the amount he exercises along with a number of other factors, he has eaten too much. The exercise needs of your dog are an important but separate issue, which we look at in other articles. The important thing to remember is this: The less exercise you give the dog, the less you must feed him. Once put on, weight is hard to shift and it will simply go up and up over time. Medical causes of canine obesity Although most dogs who are overweight have simply had a few too many bites to eat, there are some medical causes for obesity which do crop up from time to time. Canine medical conditions that can affect your Labs weight include hypothyroidism, insulinoma and hyperadrenocorticism. If a medical condition is the reason then the weight gain will normally be sudden and unexpected. If you are concerned by sudden weight gain in your Lab when you have not been giving him more food, then a checkup at the vets is definitely in order. You may also find that your dog puts on weight after having been neutered. If this is the case you will need to adjust your feeding habits accordingly. However, for most dogs weight gain is a simple result of over feeding. My Labrador is always hungry People are often concerned because they worry that their dog is still hungry after eating his dinner. Here is an important truth: Most Labradors are always hungry. You cannot win this battle. These are greedy dogs and your Labrador will always want more food than you give him. No matter how much that may be. If your Labrador is overweight he really needs to eat less and he will get used to his new regime quite quickly. Are Fat Labs Less Healthy? If you have looked at your Labrador and decided he is overweight, you might be wondered whether that actually matters. Is it really worth the effort of ignoring those puppy dog eyes and whines for extra food? Slim dogs are healthier Being overweight predisposes you to an awful lot of unpleasant health problems. This is true regardless of whether you are a human or a dog. Carrying extra pounds can also make existing problems your dog may have worse. For example joint problems like arthritis and hip dysplasia can be exacerbated by having more weight to lug around. As well as joints and bones suffering from obesity related issues, increased body fat can also make your dog more likely to have problems with their organs including those needed for breathing and digestion. Just a bit of extra fat can have a host of unwanted consequences. Being a fat Lab puppy can potentially make your dog more likely to suffer from joint problems later in life. Slim dogs live longer Not only will a slim dog have a better level of fitness and a lower likelihood of becoming unwell, they will in all probability live longer too. Those Labs on the large food ration had a median lifespan of over 11 years old. Those on the smaller food ration lived to be over 13 years old. When you look at the difference which can be made in these terms, by helping your Lab to stay slim you could be giving him an incredible two more years with you! If he gets a lot of household scraps these may have to go too. If you use food as rewards in dog training, this should be deducted from his daily food allowance. It could also help to find healthier alternatives to your usual training treats. Bear in mind that if your dog is unwell, old or very young , it is sensible to consult your vet before tampering with his diet. It is also a good idea to have a chat with them beforehand if your dog is very overweight and has a lot to lose. Take a photo of him from above and from the side before you start. At the end of the three to four days, check the dog over as described above and ask yourself if he is still fat. If you think he has improved a little but needs to slim down a bit further, keep going for another three to four days then review the situation. Compare the photo you took a week ago and you should see some improvement. You may need to increase his food slightly in order to maintain his new slim figure and ensure he does not get thin. If the dog is not losing weight after a couple of weeks on two-thirds of his previous food allowance, you may need to cut his food down even further. May 4, Help my Labrador Lose Weight! Obesity is a prominent issue in dogs. This can lead to various health issues. A Labrador retriever puppy that is overweight will be susceptible to conditions such as cancer, skin problems, heart disease and orthopedic issues. As such it is important to correct this problem as quickly as possible. Here are some great tips that should help get the weight of your Labrador retriever, back to their ideal weight. Splashing Around Examining your Labrador retriever puppy, you might notice that it has webbed feet. Decades ago, these dogs were sent into the water to help fishermen retrieve fish and nets. It should come as no surprise then that a Labrador retriever will typically love the water. Letting them go for a dip at least once a week, particularly through the summer is a great way to help them lose weight. Treats should be used sparingly, particularly, once you stop regularly training your lab. You may also want to explore healthy treat options that provide great nutritional value for your Labrador. Too many treats can ruin the impact of any overweight Labrador diet especially if your overweight dog is getting carb-based dog treats such as rice, corn, wheat, or other carb-based cookies. Treats should be included in the total volume of food your Lab gets in the day and they should be high quality, mostly or all protien. When you are building your overweight Labrador diet do take their chews into consideration. These can actually be quiet high in calories and fat. It is the number of calories eaten during the day compared to the number of calories burned through exercise that you need to focus on. You need to look for chews that are low-fat, calorie free or very low calorie if possible and last a long time. There are plenty of healthy chews ideal for this need. Deer antlers are a very long lasting chew and as your dog ingests the nutrients in them they are all beneficial to their health. One thing about giving your dog a deer antler is the risk for it becoming too small or splintering and getting lodged in their throat. For this reason it is always important as with any chew toy that you supervise your dog while they are chewing. No Table Food If you are working to help your Labrador retriever lose weight, it is important that you do not feed them table food. The issue here is that your meals are probably filled with a lot of fats and sugars. Even if you eat healthily, table food makes it more difficult to control portions. Your dog will also want and expect more of your food and be less likely to eat the food that could benefit their weight loss. Not feeding table food also eliminates or greatly reduces the risk for your dog eating something that is toxic to them. Many people are not aware that common human foods and seasonings can be harmful to your dog. Things such as bran muffins contain raisins which are harmful. Garlic and onion are two common human foods not healthy for dogs. A Regular Weigh You do need to make sure that you are keeping a check of the weight of your Labrador retriever. This is the best way to tell if your new pet obesity prevention plan is working. You can weigh your dog once every week to check on progress. The Daily Walk Labs are very energetic and need plenty of exercise. The more they consume, the more exercise they require. To stay at a healthy weight, you should be providing your Labrador retriever with roughly one hour of exercise every day. Bear in mind some more energetic labs require closer to two hours. You can alternate between walks and play but a good forty minute walk each day is typically enough to help a lab lose weight. You may also approach the exercise with a split program. One important things to keep in mind is that an overweight Lab will have a greater stress on their joints and tendons. It is important that you do not encourage an obese Lab to run right away as their tendons may not be able to take the added strain of all the weight. Rather, build up over a period of time like a marathon runner would in preparation for a race. Getting The Right Nutrition You need to make sure that your Labrador retriever is getting the right level of nutrition. Your dog should be getting the proper ratios of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. They need the right levels of carb, fat, minerals and vitamins to stay healthy and it is this ratio that is important. This will ensure that they can exercise regularly. Adventure Time As long as you take food and water, you can take your Labrador retriever on longer adventures at the weekend. Most labs love long walks and will appreciate an extended stroll. You can even take your dog hill walking or ride your bike with them next to you. As with any exercise program it is important for them to build slowly over a few week period so their heart has time to strengthen as well as their tendons and muscles. Control Meal Sizes Some dog owners believe that a lab is never full. All we can tell you is that a Labrador retriever will rarely know it has eaten enough. In fact, some studies suggest that a quarter of labs have a gene which makes it harder for them to feel as though they have eaten enough. As such, it will often want more and more food so it is up to you to control the meal sizes it has each day. You might be wondering how much to feed a Labrador. The best way to decide this is NOT to follow the food makers directions on the bag or their website, rather use your eyes. Have a look at your Lab from above while they are standing. If you can see an area where their stomach is just before their hind hips then this is good. If not, they are getting too much food and not enough exercise. You can also look to see if you can see their rib cage. You should be able to see where their rib cage is but not the individual ribs. Daily food allowance best divided into two portions and fed morning and evening. The amount you should feed the dog will depend on the pet food you choose as many have fillers which contribute to your dog being overweight. Watch their eating habits and keep a careful check on their weight. If they are gaining weight, you will know you need to lower the amount you are feeding them or increase their activity level. You can discuss the diet of your Labrador retriever with your vet or breeder. They will help you alter the diet and reduce the caloric intake. You may also want to explore the best dog food to lose weight. Corn, wheat, rice, and soy are several of the most common fillers used in commercial dog food. If you notice this is the main ingredient of the food you are using, it might be worth switching to a different brand. Breeders are normally on top of food quality so ask their advice.

This comes at no extra cost to you. If you have a young Golden Retriever, you might be wondering when your dog is going to calm down. Or you just want some more downtime at home where your dog is able to relax. However, there are several factors, beyond age, that influence when and if your Golden can start chilling out. Most Golden Retrievers will start to calm down between two to three years of age. This is when they reach adulthood. They need a lot of playtime to run around and burn all their puppy energy. Before your puppy came to live with you, they spent much of their waking time playing with their littermates. Young puppies usually wear out pretty quickly and will crash for naptime. As puppies get a bit older, usually around the week mark, they start to have more endurance. What used to fully tire them out is no longer enough to satisfy their need for play and exercise. Older puppies often need more activity before they feel able to settle down for a snooze. Canine Adolescence Energy levels and exercise needs continue to increase as your pup hits canine adolescence. Adolescence typically begins at 6 months old and lasts until 2 to 3 years old. Because Golden Retrievers are a larger breed of dog, their adolescent phase is longer than smaller breeds. Dogs become teenagers just like humans, and go through different changes as they mature into adults. So while a Golden puppy has a lot of energy, a teenage Golden Retriever will have even more. This is often the most challenging developmental stage for owners because of how rambunctious adolescent dogs can be. Adolescence is the development stage where your dog will have the highest exercise needs. Adulthood Around 2 to 3 years old is when most Golden Retrievers will finish both physical and social maturity. Many people think that their Golden is an adult after one year of age, but they still have quite a bit of developing to do. Energy levels tend to drop and stabilize at this stage. A calmer dog is your reward for making it through the puppy and adolescent stages. Seniors At eight years old, Golden Retrievers are considered seniors. How energetic or chill an individual dog is can be influenced by genetics. If a breeder pairs two calm therapy dogs together, the puppies are also likely to be calm and have lower energy levels. Contrast that with a breeder who is breeding for excellent hunting dogs. Known as field Golden Retrievers , this type of Golden is going to have much higher energy levels and need more exercise. Even as an adult, that type of dog will have more energy than a dog bred with therapy work in mind. So how much your Golden will calm down is in part a result of their genetics. Both physical and mental exercise are key to helping your dog be able to chill out around the house. A dog who has opportunities to move their body and work their brain is much more able to settle down and be a pleasant housemate, no matter what developmental stage they are in. This breed was originally created to be a hunting companion, running through fields and marshes on all-day hunts. But even though you and your dog may not hunt, that need for exercise and mental stimulation is still there. Most adult Goldens need 60 to 90 minutes of exercise per day. You can also hit up a local trail or field with your dog on a harness and a foot longline , which allows them to move around and sniff much more than if they were on a 6-foot leash. Allowing your dog to sniff also provides excellent mental stimulation, as their brain works to process all the information they receive through their nose. Puzzle toys are also a great way to provide mental exercise, as your dog has to interact with the toy to get food out of it. Here are a few favorites:. You probably expected there to be some initial energy bursts, but how long has it been? You are probably wondering: When will this Golden Retriever Calm down? Golden Retrievers and Labradors to start calming down somewhere around 2 or 3 years old. There are several factors that cause Retrievers to calm down at this age. Maturity, confidence, and chemical balance all help your dog chill out. In fact, I love these breeds when they turn 3 or 4 years old. They still have enough energy to get out and have fun, but they start to calm down and chill out around the house. Young teenage people with Golden Retriever. The reality is that every dog is different and there is no magic age when all Golden Retrievers calm down. You see this in the way they run everywhere they go. And in the way they chew everything. Or in the way that they dig holes through the seemingly rock-solid dirt that tractors would struggle with. The worst part of their energy is when they meet new people. One of the most common complaints about these breeds—besides their shedding—is the fact that they have a tendency to jump around and on new people. It is important to remember that these dogs were bred to be working retrievers. Stamina and high energy are traits that breeders have sought to keep active in their dogs. These traits give the dog the ability to go all day out in the field running miles and miles without slowing down. The challenge for most retriever owners is that they are not using their dogs out in the field day in and day out. Every Dog is Different I think we should point out that not all Golden Retrievers will have uncontrollable bursts of energy. Like people, dogs vary from animal to animal. There are some that exhibit the hyper trait for their whole lives and others will be calm even as a little puppy. Lady—my 5-year-old Labrador Retriever—is in what I call the perfect stage. For the last two or two-and-a-half years, Lady has been active enough to get out and hunt all day when we get to the field. She is also calm enough that, after an initial burst through the house, it does not take her too long to lay down and act like a respectable canine. Tips to Help Golden Retrievers Calm Down Woman walking a Golden Retriever The most important thing you can do for your hyper Golden Retriever is to make sure they are getting sufficient exercise and mental engagement throughout the day. I have heard people say that a tired dog is a happy dog. Several years ago we were on a camping trip. So I got on the 4-wheeler and took Lady for a good long run. We also stopped a couple of times so she would swim in the creek and cool down. Well, by the time we got back to camp, she was tuckered out. She climbed into her crate and took a nice, long nap. On a side note, when my dog quit responding to the other dogs, they eventually chilled out as well. Dealing with Anxiety through dietary supplements Some vets believe that getting the right supplement will help calm your pups digestive track and nerves. A balanced probiotic can help your dog maintain a normal cardiac level and keep him from getting overly excited during stressful situations. Ragen T. Other studies have already shown that this particular strain of probiotic helps calm down dogs that experience anxiety. Check out this article to see how the tests were set up and why scientists say that BL helps anxious dogs. If you would like to check out Purina Calming Care, click here for a 6-week supply from Chewy. Stop your Golden Retriever from Jumping on Guests at the Door To make this tip work, you need some help from a patient friend. Have your friend ring the bell or knock on your door. Check out this article on teaching these important first lessons to your Golden Retriever or Labrador. When your dog is calmly sitting, you can go open the door. If your dog breaks for the door, then you need to close the door and take him back to the spot you had him sitting. Go through the process again and again, until your friend can come in the door without your dog leaving their place. See why you need to get one of your patient friends to help you. Getting your Golden Retriever to calmly wait as people approach makes him less intimidating to your guests. Remember that the key to training dogs is repetition and consistency. Once your dog gets the idea, you should repeat the drill several times. Regardless of who comes over, you should be able to get your dog to behave like a pro. Consistency means that you do the same thing every time. If your dog has a jumping problem, check out this article that will discuss a few ways to break that terrible habit. Make Your Golden Retriever Wait at the Door One of the most frustrating and dangerous things—beside jumping—a dog can do is to force his way into the house while you are still coming through the door. That is even more dangers and frustrating when you are carrying your groceries in from the car. For your safety, and the safety of little kids everywhere, you need to teach your Golden Retriever or Labrador to wait. It is really simple if you will be consistent. Start by walking to the door with your dog. Now, you open the door. If the dog stands up or tries to go in, you need to close the door and put your retriever back in the seated position in the same spot he was before. Now repeat the exercise until you can open the door and the dog stays in place. The toughest part of this exercise is getting the dog to stay put when he sees you walking into the house. You may need to remind him to STAY. Once you can get inside the house without your dog bolting on you, then you can invite him in with the release command or COME. One more reminder: the key to training dogs is repetition and consistency. It will be the consistency with this drill that will undermine your efforts. We have to work and spend time with family. Here is a list of my favorite dog toys. These toys last longer than other toys you might purchase for your Golden Retriever or Labrador. You can add peanut butter, or other treats, to some of these toys. I really like the toys from KONG. KONG products, however, do see to last longer than other brands. Golden Retrievers and Labradors are the same. If you reward the crazy behavior with your attention, then the message is: Go crazy so that mom and dad will pay attention to me. That is not the message you want to send. Giving attention at the appropriate times will help Golden Retrievers calm down. So here is what you do if you think that your dog is lacking attention. Take him and put him in the kennel for a few minutes. This is not a punishment because, if you have done it right, your dog will love the kennel. It is his home. The kennel is one place that will help Golden Retrievers calm down. After a few minutes, go get your buddy and take him for a walk or outside to play fetch. You have just reinforced the fact that your attention is not a reward for bad behavior. Instead, your guy had to calm down first and then he got what he wanted. There is so much to learn when it comes to your Golden Retriever. Make sure you check out my book on what I think is the sweetest breed in the world. I explain where the Golden Retriever comes from both the myth and the reality. I also get into some of the dangerous health issues that face Golden Retrievers. Some of them are preventable if you know what to look for and catch them early enough. There is also a chapter on how dogs think and how that changes the way we train our Golden Retrievers. I am sure that you will find new information that will help you and your best furry buddy. Check it out today on Amazon. Has your Labrador ever pulled up your entire sprinkler system? Lady has. Tell me all about it below. Playful Biting: Expect some playful biting as your Golden puppy explores the world around them using their mouth. Factors Influencing Golden Retriever Energy Levels While Golden Retrievers are generally high-energy dogs, several factors can influence their individual energy levels. Puppies and adolescents tend to be the most energetic, while adult and senior dogs tend to be calmer. Some Golden Retrievers may inherit a more relaxed demeanor, while others may be naturally more energetic. Healthy dogs usually have more energy, while dogs with health issues might be less active. A well-trained and socialized dog may be better able to control their excitement and energy. But the good news is, they do eventually calm down. First, for short periods and then good behavior kicks in. Daisy, our Golden as an adolescent. She was starting to calm down. But she was still very active…and cute! Most Golden Retrievers start to show signs of calming down around the age of 2 to 3 years old. Individual dogs may take a bit more or less time to mature and settle into a calmer demeanor. Some puppies may naturally be more relaxed, while others might remain more energetic even as they age. Physical Activity: Regular physical activity is crucial for helping Golden Retriever puppies burn off their excess energy. Mental Stimulation: Mental stimulation, such as puzzle toys and training, can also help tire out your energetic puppy. Providing mental challenges for your puppy can help them stay engaged and focused. Consequently, this makes them less likely to act out with hyperactivity. Training: Consistent, positive training from an early age can help teach your Golden Retriever self-control and good manners. This leads to a calmer demeanor over time. This will help your Golden Retriever mature into a calm, well-behaved adult dog. Most Goldens start to calm from their adolescent phase to adulthood around 2 to 3 years of age. This is a gradual process. During this time, you may observe a decrease in hyperactivity in your dog. At the same time, you may see an increase in focus and self-control. This is because your dog is now able to better manage its energy levels. Stay patient with your Golden Retriever. Provide consistent training and exercise. This will help them reach their full potential. They will become a calm and well-behaved adult dog. Are Golden Retrievers Calm? When do Golden Retrievers calm down? They still maintain an enthusiastic and playful attitude. But they are better able to manage their energy levels, making them more predictable and easygoing. By understanding and addressing these factors, you can help your dog reach their full potential: Training your Golden Retriever should be consistent and positive. Reinforcement-based training from an early age can help teach self-control and good manners. Regular Exercise: Ensuring your Golden Retriever receives adequate daily exercise will help burn off excess energy, making them more relaxed and content. Mental stimulation is important for dogs. Puzzle toys, training and interactive games can help keep them engaged and prevent boredom. If a dog is bored, it can lead to hyperactivity. Socializing your Golden Retriever can help them become more confident and adaptable. This makes them better able to stay calm in different situations. Introduce them to various environments, people, and animals from a young age to ensure they have the best start. Creating a daily routine for your dog can help promote a calmer demeanor. This routine should include regular feeding times, walks, and training sessions. This structure can provide your dog with a sense of stability and security. Address these factors and maintain a nurturing, supportive environment. This will give your Golden Retriever the best chance to develop into a calm, well-behaved, and happy adult dog. No worries! Use calming aids: Try calming sprays, diffusers, or calming treats to help your pup relax. Massage time: Gently massaging your Golden can help release tension and promote relaxation. Keep it low-key: Dim the lights, play soft music, or use white noise to create a soothing atmosphere. Mental stimulation prevents boredom: Engaged dogs are less likely to act out or become hyperactive. Practice impulse control: Teach your dog to wait patiently for treats, toys, and attention. Remember, patience and consistency are key to helping your Golden Retriever become a calmer, happier companion. You can do it! Every dog is different, so their energy and time to calm down can vary. Keep up with training, exercise, and fun activities to help your dog be the best they can be. Enjoy every moment with your Golden Retriever as they grow into a well-behaved, relaxed, and loving friend. More Posts You Will Like:. Golden Retrievers are great family dogs who are well-known for their friendly disposition. With the right amount of obedience training and daily exercise, a Golden Retriever can be a calm dog. Golden Retriever Puppy Behavior Stages Golden Retriever puppies develop quickly, and their behavior will change as they age. To understand when Golden Retrievers start to calm down, we need to explore what their behavior will look like through different stages. Very young puppies will begin to explore their new world in short bursts. Because they expend a lot of energy, they also sleep frequently. These pups still spend a considerable amount of time snoozing, but their time awake will be crucial for brain development. Your Golden Retriever puppy will be curious about the world around them. During this age range, your job is to teach impulse control and the expectations of the household. The more your pup interacts with other dogs, household pets, and humans, the better they will react to strangers in the future. Golden Retriever puppies who are not adequately socialized after four months can become distrustful of others. This could increase undesired behaviors like barking and aggression. From four to six months , your puppy craves adventure. One of the greatest perks of being a dog owner is that one-on-one attention is in itself positive reinforcement for your pet. Your Golden puppy will feel rewarded simply by spending time with you. To avoid this problem, keep your belongings out of sight and buy a variety of chew toys for your Golden. When you find your dog chewing on his things and not yours , give him lots of praise. If you have begun crate training and your dog remains quiet in his space for more than 30 minutes, you can start leaving for short periods of time. Our guide on the right size of crate for your dog can help you select the best types of dog crates for your pup. By following these recommendations, your Golden Retriever will exhibit positive behaviors and listen to commands at one year of age. If you have socialized your dog well, your Golden will desire your approval and adapt well to strangers. Purchasing a puppy from a reputable breeder ensures your Golden Retriever enters your home with a great temperament and prior behavioral training. Each puppy is trained in simple commands, positive behaviors, and basic crate training. Snowy Pines also offers additional courses such as the Wagology Honors Program or Doctoral Program for a higher level of lifestyle and behavioral training. They will need additional behavioral training and positive reinforcement long after their puppy phase. The good news: Golden Retrievers are highly rated for their intelligence , making them excellent service dogs and ideal family dogs. Goldens are quick learners and easier to train than other dog breeds. However, if you pay too much attention to misbehavior, your dog may begin acting out to get recognition. This is not ideal for families who want a calm, happy dog. Overall, a crate should be a positive environment for your Golden Retriever where they go to relax, sleep, and enjoy their favorite toys. A crate should never be used as a means of punishment for dogs. That can create negative emotions for your pup, and the space will become a source of stress. When you are home, leave the crate door open for your dog to roam freely in and out. Eventually, a Golden Retriever will learn this is their room of the house and will enter the crate willingly. Goldens have an active temperament and are family-oriented, which means they love to stay busy and prefer to spend time with their family. They can also be independent, especially if you teach them to spend time alone when they are old enough. A hyper Golden Retriever can be calm, but they need frequent exercise to release their pent-up energy. Golden Retrievers need around minutes of exercise every day. This number will vary based on how energetic your dog is. To keep your Golden entertained, you should buy a wide range of toys for your dog. Puzzle toys will keep dogs active while they try to obtain the treats inside. You can even get a puzzle food bowl to mentally stimulate your Golden Retriever during mealtime. Most dogs go crazy over tennis balls, and Golden Retrievers are no different. Your Golden will love burning excess energy by chasing after tennis balls during a game of fetch. Adding a frisbee into the mix will allow your Golden to run and jump to catch the frisbee in midair. Both games are excellent sources of exercise for your dog. You can train your Golden Retriever to complete an agility course given their high energy and intelligence. These courses have various obstacles for your dog to learn how to weave, jump over, and run through. You can even enroll your Golden in agility training classes to learn from the experts in a safe way. Lastly, one of the best forms of physical exercise for Golden Retrievers will be going out for a daily walk. If you find it challenging to walk your dog consistently, consider taking your Golden to a dog park or employing a dog walker. Dog parks allow friendly dogs to run off-leash, which provides an excellent opportunity for exercise and socialization with other dogs. All in all, Golden Retrievers can be peaceful pets with proper training, socialization, and exercise. But the more time you spend with your pup, the more energy your Golden will expend and the calmer he will act. English Cream Goldens are naturally calmer and easier to please when they receive early training and expert care. Reach out today to learn about our available puppies. Share on. Pet Keen is reader-supported. When you buy via links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. Learn more. They always rank at the top of the list when any credible reference is discussing family favorites. Goldens are perfect for families, therapy, service, and show. But when it comes to activity levels, these pups are quite active. They tend to calm down after a while, but the puppy years might be a little challenging. Of course, every Golden will have an individual personality, so no one size fits all. Generally speaking, by 2 years old, your Goldie should be mellowing out, but there are a lot of factors that go into that prediction. Even though they might have a lot of steam to let off, they also have a strong affection for their humans. Their desire to please will help during training to create a mannerly, obedient dog. Luckily, goldens are highly intelligent and emotionally intuitive, even though these traits can vary from dog to dog. Training a Young Golden Retriever You might find some Goldens to be more challenging than others to train—keep in mind that every dog learns at their own place. Young Golden Retrievers can be easier to train than some other breeds, as they can learn specific service and therapy tasks. Even though it might be hard to keep their focus at first, Golden Retrievers learn well with patience, consistency, and routine. Because they are so sensitive and naturally pleasing, they do best with positive reinforcement training tactics. Trainers can work directly with your dog based on their temperament to craft techniques that work. You have to be willing to keep up with commands to carry out everything your pup learned when they come home. Locking a puppy in a crate or kennel for hours a day can cause a buildup, leading to destructive behaviors and rambunctiousness. Puppies need lots of variety to keep them busy—like toys, walks, runs, games of fetch, and romping around with family. As a general rule, young puppies need two intervals of exercise per day lasting 5 minutes. For each month that they age, add 5 minutes to the exercise time. For example, a 3-month-old puppy would need 15 minutes of exercise a day, twice a day. What to Expect After Year Two After year two, not only does activity level start to wane, they also have pretty much learned all the ropes. You should come close to having a well-behaved, good old boy or girl in no time. Of course, there are exceptions, and some dogs might not calm down how you wish they would. But most will turn from playful, boisterous puppies into mannerly, well-spirited adults. You might still have some challenges—like curbing chewing, jumping, or barking habits. But behaviors can level out over time with constant attention. Do you ever notice how they tend to pack on a few pounds after an animal gets fixed? This is a phenomenon that happens from a few factors. First, the process reduces the hormones that drive high energy. Females might be significantly affected because they no longer go through the hormonal fluctuations of heat. Sometimes, training a dog yourself can be pretty challenging. Featured Image Credit: tanatat, Shuttertock Written by Ashley Bates Author Ashley Bates is a freelance dog writer and pet enthusiast who is currently studying the art of animal therapy. A mother to four human children— and 23 furry and feathery kids, too — Ashley volunteers at local shelters, advocates for animal well-being, and rescues every creature she finds. Her mission is to create awareness, education, and entertainment about pets to prevent homelessness. Her specialties are cats and dogs.Read more Advertisement. Are Golden Retrievers Hyper Dogs? The reason is due to their history as working dogs. Golden Retrievers love to get attention, play all day, go on adventures, and more, but this level of energy could get out of hand especially for new owners if it remains unchecked. The longer your Golden goes without any playtime, the more they become anxious and let out their energy in other ways, like chewing on things, and jumping on unsuspecting family members. So, it is advisable to keep your Golden outside playing, walking, or interacting with other dogs, for as long as possible to let them get it all out of their system. To help subdue these behaviors, make sure to give your golden attention throughout the day, not just when they act out. This will help because instead of associating their bad behavior with your affection, they will instead not have to act out for you to pay attention to them. Most Golden Retrievers are high energy, but that is not to say that every single one will be. There are several in the mix who prefer to be calm, cuddly, lap companions, especially in their older age or if you have a female Golden. Female Golden Retrievers mature faster than their male counterparts, so they grow out of their puppy phase faster. Most Golden Retriever puppies will be very high energy and require a lot of affection from their owner. This is a great question for new owners or even some seasoned Golden Retriever owners who may have had a Golden with a slightly different personality. A Golden Retriever dog breed has hard work and outdoor activities running through their veins, they have a free spirit and love to explore. They were bred to be hunting, and working dogs, so many generations have accumulated one fluffy, domesticated, ball of energy! Age: Oh, the Golden Puppy Stage! Age is a major contributing factor when it comes to why your Golden Retriever is so hyper. They are developing social constructs, getting used to their surroundings, and just like children, they love to play. Due to their historic disposition of outdoor activities, this dog loves to be outside in a big yard playing with children or other dogs. This lets them run off all of that energy while also building interactions with others. Golden Retrievers are were bred to be active, outgoing dogs Golden Retrievers Are Hyper by Nature They were bred as working dogs, meaning they have a genetic predisposition for more stamina and energy than some other dog breeds. They were primarily used as companions in midth Scotland to hunt waterfowl, and track downed birds during hunting. This history means that the Golden Retriever was bred to keep up with birds being tracked in the water and on land over many miles. This sporting breed has always been high energy and ready to please. Lack of Exercise can cause excessive hyperactivity in Goldens Just how we humans can get cabin fever and want to go outside and do something to alleviate the mundanity, dogs are the same way. The best way to combat this is to get them some exercise, at least 30 minutes a day is usually sufficient for this breed. Lack of Attention As I mentioned previously, your dog may be acting out because they want to get your attention. Goldens are notoriously cuddly and somewhat clingy companions especially if you have a male Golden Retriever , and they want all of the affection you can spare to them. If you have not played with or snuggled your Golden pup lately, they might be feeling a little neglected, which can lead them to act out in order to get you to fixate on them. If this sounds like the case for you, then the fix for this is to dedicate a time frame at least once or twice a day to giving your dog the attention they have been craving and playing one on one with them. This will let them know your bond is still strong while letting them get out some excess energy. Golden Retrievers Get Bored Similar to the issue of the lack of exercise, Golden Retrievers get bored and act out by showing their hyperactivity. The boredom can stem from many things like a lack of attention, exercise, or not having enough stimulating activities or training. To keep your dog from feeling bored, it is best to keep up their training and introduce new games and activities for them to try. Much like children, they need to be constantly stimulated, so switching up toys, or taking them to a dog park so they can have new interactions are great ways to rectify this. These tips will give you the tools you need to keep you golden happy, healthy, and calm. Keep your Golden busy with Mental Activities Mental activities are a great stimulator for dogs and especially puppies. Mental training and games will keep your dog entertained and help to keep their attention during training exercises. At a minimum, your Golden Retriever needs at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. A Golden Retriever can play for hours on end, and they love it! Training, Training, and More Training! Training your golden is very rewarding for both you and them, and as an added bonus it helps to keep their hyperactivity to a minimum. Golden Retriever dog breed is especially intelligent and is fairly easy to train, and sometimes they just need a little help with self-control, which can be taught. Obedience training will allow you to mentally stimulate your dog while also letting them learn the proper commands and times for things. The more training you give your dog, the more well-behaved they will be and the stronger your bond will become. Give Your Attention to Your Golden Regularly The most important thing to think about when getting a Golden Retriever is to know they will require regular exercise and attention. A Golden Retriever dog breed is very playful and affectionate and needs to be loved constantly. Invest in high-quality chew treats and toys As Goldens can get bored very easily, and since they are known as strong sporting dogs, they have been known to destroy many chew toys. The best way to keep them interested and to keep you from buying new toys every few days is to invest in high-quality chew toys and treats. Do Golden Retrievers calm down after being neutered or spayed? Many owners believe that spaying or neutering their dog will help to calm them down but that is usually not the case. Neutering and spaying can result in making the dog calmer for a short period of time while they are recovering and feeling fatigued. Neutering has a slight chance of helping to correct behaviors if done while they are puppies, this is because they have not had time to learn problematic behaviors. In males, it is likely to help reduce aggression but does not guarantee an effect on hyperactivity, especially since this is a breed trait in Golden Retrievers and not just a hormonal factor. The reduced energy behavior usually comes from the effects of the surgery itself being draining rather than changing their entire demeanor. It is more effective to train your Golden Retriever and reward for calmer behaviors, as this will become a lasting standard for your Golden, rather than a short-lived reprieve due to a procedure. Will my Golden Stay Hyper Forever? Golden Retrievers are a hyper dog breed, however, like most dogs, they tend to calm down after their puppy phase, around 2 or 3 years old. Golden Retriever females of the breed tend to mature faster obedience-wise than males, so they are more likely to be calmer overall. How much they calm down is dependent on the specific dog itself, some may maintain their energy throughout their entire lives and others may taper off later in their life. Overall, when you choose a Golden Retriever to be your family dog, it is important to know the breed is known to be a hyper, attention-seeking, and very active dog. It is important that you give your Golden Retriever daily exercise, training, and affection to have the happiest and healthiest life. Related Posts:.