Chocolate Labrador puppies from health tested parents

SINBAD • • GR PRA2 : Clear / normal - 22nd June 2017 • PK Deficiency : Clear / normal - 22nd June 2017 • MTM1 (XLMTM) : Clear - 22nd June 2017 • Elliptocytosis : Unaffected - 22nd June 2017 • SD2 (dwarfism) : Clear - 22nd June 2017 • PRA (rcd4) : Clear - 22nd June 2017 • HUU : Clear - 22nd June 2017 • Eye Examination : Unaffected – 11th Aug 2017 • DM : Clear - 11th July 2014 • Cystinuria : Clear - 11th July 2014 • HNPK : Clear - 11th July 2014 • Elbow Score : 0 - 3rd April 2014 - • Hip Score : 6-5=11 - 3rd April 2014 • RD/OSD : Clear - 2nd June 2013 • prcd-PRA : Clear - 30th January 2013 • Narcolepsy : Clear - 21st January 2013 • CNM : Heriditary Clear - 7th November 2012 • EIC : hereditary clear - 7th November 2012

TRIXIE

• GR PRA2 : Clear / normal – 30th Jan 2018 • PK Deficiency : Clear / normal 30th Jan 2018 • MTM1 (XLMTM) : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • Elliptocytosis : Unaffected 30th Jan 2018 • SD2 (dwarfism) : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • PRA (rcd4) : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • HUU : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • Eye Examination : Unaffected – 12th Jan 2018 • DM : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • Cystinuria : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • HNPK : Clear 30th Jan 2018 • Elbow Score : 0 – 4th Sept 2017 • Hip Score : 6-5=11 - -4th Sept 2017 • RD/OSD : Clear 30th Jan 2018 • prcd-PRA : Carrier 30th Jan 2018 • Narcolepsy : Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • CNM : Heriditary Clear - 30th Jan 2018 • EIC : hereditary clear - 30t

From the joint genetic screening programs, you can be reassured that no puppy from this mating will develop any of the above 15 genetically heritable diseases which are not only life limiting, causing both the dog and owner much distress and pain, but are also every expensive to treat. The hip, elbow and eye tests are an indicator of possible problems, but not a guarantee. Sinbad has hip and elbow scores within the breeds average. Trixie was, sadly, physically abused by her previous owner (which is why I `reclaimed` her) and this has, I believe, resulted in one hip being above the breed average. But, as I bred her and Sinbad, plus their mum and grandma I am confident that this likely not a genetic factor, but one of welfare and housing. Trixie is now safe, well and happy with me in her original home. However, as in any breed, no absolute guarantees can be made but you can be assured these tests have been undertaken to assure the best responsible breeding. As the breeder I am totally committed to breeding pups that are free from preventable (by appropriate testing and responsible breeding) heritable diseases and problems caused by the mismanagement of their care. As a new owner of one of my pups you can be reassured nothing has been left to chance. All pups will be KC registered and come with a KC 5 generation pedigree certificate, comfort blanket and pheromone collar, both of which help with any initial separation anxiety, 4 weeks Petplan insurance, supply of usual food (raw diet) and all advice and support to help you understand your pup’s needs and the transition from his / her litter mates and mum to its new home. Puppies will be vet checked and be micro-chipped before re homing. Puppies are home reared and start their life in our home when they are born indoors. My job at this point is caring for mum so she can care for the puppies. This means regular observation, high quality food at frequent intervals and constant cleaning of the whelping area to maintain high hygiene standards to avoid any infections and maintain comfort of mum and pups. During the first 4 weeks they will be exposed to all normal domestic noises and activities. After this 4 weeks they will be weaned from mum. At this point they will have their own home in the garden with more space to grow, play and develop. This is a crucial stage of development for them and one where they need constant human interaction to ensure adequate socialisation along with exposure to as many new experiences as possible. Early socialisation is very important as this enables puppies to develop tolerance and confidence in being handled early on in their life, which is vital for you when taking your new puppy home. To this end I spend all my time handling the pups and playing with them. Not just because I enjoy this, which I do, but because they need this to be become accustomed to being handled by humans, so they are not afraid. At this point toilet training begins and with lots of pups it is non-stop! I use my own system to do this, avoiding newspapers and or wood shavings, which is clean, hygienic and transferable when you take your new family member home. I undertake this as it is important this is started as early as possible. This also reduces the stress on the new owners and enables you to enjoy your pup with less anxiety about puddles everywhere (you will still get a few!). I will share this training method with you, so you can…