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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 17:07:36 GMT 1
Hi lads
So I’m after a new Labrador dog ideally not a puppy
12 too 18 months old golden or black ?
Any one got any decent contacts please
Thanks Pete
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Post by dusty350 on Oct 28, 2020 17:32:28 GMT 1
Hi Pete Have you looked at Labrador rescue ? Or even enquired with Guide Dogs ? We put our name down years ago for a reject guide dog. If they fail any of the regular trials they have to take, they rehome them. We were lucky to get "Folly" when she was 18 months;  new forest easter 09 021 by dusty miller, on Flickr I'm not sure what the rejection rate is each year, but the trials they set are pretty stringent as you would imagine. Folly got distracted on a woodland walk - through trial - took more than a passing interest in a Squirrel, so that was her out ! Guide dogs tend to be either Labs or Retrievers, so worth asking  Good luck Dusty  |
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Post by veg on Oct 28, 2020 18:52:17 GMT 1
Working or a pet? Trained to the gun?
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Post by steve h on Oct 28, 2020 19:08:48 GMT 1
Excellent advice from dusty.
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Post by alankelly on Oct 28, 2020 19:41:21 GMT 1
Yes as alway great advice from Dusty We have a black lab called Willow who we got at 8 weeks and is going to be a assistance dog (in training at the moment) for my youngest son Hudson  She comes from working parents which was no problem as I used to train with my late mum dogs for working in the field anyway Just be prepared that labs like water😁😁 Willow down the beach at the weekend  Best wishes and good luck with your search Al |
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Post by steve h on Oct 28, 2020 20:46:41 GMT 1
Been lucky enough to grow up with dogs all around me, a way of life in my family, both working and showing.
Canines posses the redeeming qualities that are sadly lacked amongst many of the human population..
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Post by donkeychomp on Oct 28, 2020 22:42:12 GMT 1
I had a retriever when I was 10. My best friend until she died aged 12. Truly loyal companions but could she retrieve? Throw the ball she belts off after it. Sniffs the ball then ambles off lol.
As Dusty said there is a place in Surrey that have retrievers and labs. I am sorely tempted but with my current situation it wouldn't be fair on the dog for me to own one.
Alex
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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 22:43:29 GMT 1
Working or a pet? Trained to the gun? Just a pet mate |
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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 22:44:48 GMT 1
Massive thanks for all your replies lads , really helpful advices 😊
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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 22:47:42 GMT 1
Hi Pete Have you looked at Labrador rescue ? Or even enquired with Guide Dogs ? We put our name down years ago for a reject guide dog. If they fail any of the regular trials they have to take, they rehome them. We were lucky to get "Folly" when she was 18 months; new forest easter 09 021 by dusty miller, on Flickr I'm not sure what the rejection rate is each year, but the trials they set are pretty stringent as you would imagine. Folly got distracted on a woodland walk - through trial - took more than a passing interest in a Squirrel, so that was her out ! Guide dogs tend to be either Labs or Retrievers, so worth asking Good luck Dusty Thanks dusty I’ll give them a try , great pics mate 👍😊 |
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Post by veg on Oct 28, 2020 22:49:12 GMT 1
Lovely, got 4 dogs and wouldn’t be without them, also got cats, horses and chickens. Animals are generally nicer company than humans 👍
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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 22:50:48 GMT 1
Lovely, got 4 dogs and wouldn’t be without them, also got cats, horses and chickens. Animals are generally nicer company than humans 👍  |
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Post by petehodges on Oct 28, 2020 22:52:53 GMT 1
 Here’s my sisters old boy |
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Post by rigga on Oct 28, 2020 23:18:40 GMT 1
Been lucky enough to grow up with dogs all around me, a way of life in my family, both working and showing. Canines posses the redeeming qualities that are sadly lacked amongst many of the human population.. Didn't become a dog owner until my early 50's, soon realised the above statement to be absolutely true. Dogs are awesome. |
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Post by dusty350 on Oct 29, 2020 8:33:21 GMT 1
Another, unfortunate side effect of Covid lockdown is the uptake in puppies going to families that suddenly find themselves at home with time on their hands, Then the lockdown eases, people go back to work, and the reality of owning a young dog suddenly dawns on new owners. Rehoming schemes have seen a big increase in unwanted dogs sadly. We lost our oldest Springer, Millie, last December, and my wife and daughter would like another to keep Indie company, so my daughter is constantly scanning Springer Spaniel rescue charities for the right dog ! There seem to be lots available - just depends on the dog and your situation as to whether it's the right match of course. The other issue that seems to have arisen from Covid is the cost of puppies. I was chatting to a friend yesterday - he has got a 10 week old German Shepherd, which he paid 2k for. He was lucky, as most seem to be double that. He knows someone with a litter of c**kerpoo's (c**ker spaniel crossed with a Poodle, and very fashionable),and the cheapest pup is £3800 ! Another mate of his has just paid £5k for a blue French Bulldog  Bitches of any breed fetch more than dogs due to their breeding potential. And I agree, dogs are often better than humans ! Indie is my shadow, wherever I go she is there. The most loyal dog you could ever wish for. 8 years old now, with 2 new knees, and carries on like a 2 year old;  20200508_092651 by dusty miller, on Flickr Good luck with your search Dusty |
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Post by 2taol on Oct 29, 2020 8:39:22 GMT 1
best of luck Pete on your search. we too are big dog lovers, we have 2 at the moment, both rescues, both very bold in their own ways and both spoiled. Retreiver/collie and a pointer/collie.   |
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Post by headcoats on Oct 30, 2020 22:28:46 GMT 1
My niece is a qualified vet now and the stories she tells about dog breeders is pretty shocking and as it usually involves alot of money for dogs , it's as bad as the drug dealers !
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One of two main fates awaits stolen dogs. They are either immediately resold online or subjected to a life of abject misery as breeding bitches in backstreet dens. Female animals given hormone injections to bring them into season early can produce three litters a year.
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Post by veg on Oct 30, 2020 23:08:54 GMT 1
It is Martin, big bucks always go for kennel club approved. When you look at what people pay it ridiculous.
Makes olive passivate look cheap.
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Post by headcoats on Oct 31, 2020 13:21:13 GMT 1
This is Spud, sadly only survivor of a litter brought in riddled with disease from the dog breeders My niece paid to nurse Spud to good health and my brother looked after it for a few weeks but now my sister has taken ownership
She has just moved to Isle Of Wight , so Spuddy can enjoy the sea and the downs :-) |
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Post by steve h on Oct 31, 2020 14:53:59 GMT 1
A worthy charity, and 3rd party liability insurance included with membership. www.dogstrust.org.uk/Membership info in "get involved" |
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Post by geoffers997 on Oct 31, 2020 17:35:48 GMT 1
A mate of mine is involved with a charity that rescues Spaniels from Spain and other mainly south Mediterranean countries. They're mostly old breeding dogs who are no longer wanted and just dropped off at kill-stations.
The charity brings them to the UK, homes them and pays for medical care for them for the rest of their lives. A hugely worthy cause but not for the faint of heart as these dogs need a lot of loving and can have short lives. PM me if you'd like to be put in touch.
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Bitches of any breed fetch more than dogs due to their breeding potential.
