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ABOUT US: OUR FAMILY LIVES ON MAYWOOD SHORES IN RAPID RIVER, MICHIGAN WHICH IS LOCATED ON LITTLE BAY DE NOC OF THE UP. WE HAVE FIVE DOGS; ZOEY, PEYTON, ROGUE, KOFFEE, AND DAKOTA. ZOEY IS A 12 YEAR OLD GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX. PEYTON IS A 5 AND A HALF YEAR OLD CHOCOLATE LAB. ROGUE IS A 4 AND A HALF YEAR OLD SILVER LAB. KOFFEE IS PEYTON'S DAUGHTER AND IS ALMOST 2 YEARS OLD. DAKOTA -IS ROGUES DAUGHTER AND IS ALMOST TWO YEARS OLD. ROGUE IS OUR MOTHER-TO-BE AND IS DUE SEPTEMBER, 7, 2009. THIS IS ROGUE’S 3RD LITTER. OUR DOGS ARE ALL FAMILY DOGS. THEY ARE COMFORTABLE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. ROGUE CAME FROM CRIST CULO KENNELS Minoqua, Wisconsin. ROUGE IS A BIG STOCKY GIRL WITH A BLOCK SHAPED HEAD SHE IS A VERY SWEET DOG AND A VERY GOOD MOTHER. THE LITTER’S SIRE IS COOTER FROM SILVER SPUR LABRADORS IN KALAMAZOO MICHIGAN. PRICES FOR PUPPIES ARE $900 EACH, WITH FULL REGISTRATION. PUPPIES CAN BE SHIPPED JUST ABOUT Anywhere. PUPPIES MUST BE 8 WEEKS OLD HAVE A HEALTH AND A AIRLINE APPROVED KENNEL.
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Country of Origin:
The Labrador Retriever (also known as the ‘Labrador’ or ’Lab’) descends from the
Newfoundland Dog and the St. John’s Water Dog in Newfoundland, Canada. It was
bred to hunt in water and pull boats, which is evident to this day in its
natural love for water. Contrary to popular opinion, the Labrador Retriever’s
name likely derives from the Portuguese ‘lavradores’ or Spanish ‘Labradors’,
both of which mean ‘farm worker’, rather than the ‘Labrador’ region of Canada.
The Labrador Retriever was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 and
thereafter rose slowly but steadily in popularity due to its incredible
versatility, obedience, and rugged good looks. It is now considered the world’s
most popular breed. The Labrador Retriever has been the most registered dog in
America and England since 1991; the American Kennel Club had almost three times
as many Labrador Retriever registrations in 2006 (124,000) as the second most
popular breed. Famous Labrador Retrievers include the title character from the
film version of ‘Old Yeller’ (though the book version was a Mountain Cur),
Marley, from the bestselling memoir ‘Marley and Me’, and Tawny, a yellow Lab who
gave birth to 18 puppies with her first litter in 1999 and was named the ‘Iams
Mother of the Year’.
Size: The Labrador Retriever has a shoulder
height of 53-64 cm (21-25 in) and weighs 25-36 kg (55-80 lbs). It has emotional
brown or hazel eyes, a large nose, moderate stop (point at which the muzzle
meets the forehead) and straight, thick tail similar in appearance to an
Otter’s. Although not classified separately, the English and American lines have
separate lineage. English Labradors (sometimes described as the ‘show’ line)
have smaller, shorter bodies and a fuller face, and American Labradors
(sometimes called the ‘working’ line) have a larger body and more boisterous
personality.
Coat: The Labrador Retriever has a short,
thick, dense, weather-resistant coat which can be black, yellow (varying from
cream to gold or almost red) or chocolate brown. There is also a rare silver
variety which some think to be the result of a Weimeraner cross. A small white
marking on the chest is permissible. It is possible for all colors of Labrador
Retriever to appear in the same litter.
Character: The Labrador Retriever is
unusually adaptable, obedient, and kind-hearted. No wonder it’s so popular! Labs
are sociable, affectionate, and loyal. They have a very keen sense of smell.
Most Labrador Retrievers are athletic; puppies are particularly active.
Temperament: The Labrador Retriever has a
mellow personality and gets along well with children, other dogs, and any
household pets. Some Labrador Retrievers may chew, but they can be trained not
to. Labradors do not make great watchdogs because they are friendly with
strangers and are not territorial.
Care: The Labrador Retriever must be brushed
once a week, twice when shedding. Like other large breeds, it is susceptible to
hip dysphasia and elbow dysphasia. Some Labs are prone to PRA (an eye disorder)
or ear infections. Ever the food connoisseurs, Labradors are prone to obesity,
so don’t let their charming personality connive you out of maintaining a healthy
diet for them. Labrador Retrievers have a lifespan of 10-12 years. They can live
outdoors in warm weather, but prefer indoor life with the family. Their high
intelligence makes them adept at staging elaborate escapes, so proper
precautions should be taken.
Training: The Labrador Retriever learns very
quickly and loves to work for its handler. Leash training is recommended when
young. The Labrador Retriever is capable of learning a wide variety of dog
sports including Frisbee and Flyball.
Activity: Labrador Retrievers need plenty of
exercise. They enjoy long walks and are especially fond of field sports, fetch,
and water games.
Mother - My Darling Rogue
Father - Spry's Cooter
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puppy availability - Rogue's due September 7th 2009 - Puppies available Oct. 21st, unless YOU have to fly
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Contact: Rene Stropich 8397 South Lakeside T.5 Dr. Rapid River, Michigan 49837
Phone: 906-474-8903
Email: rstropich@charter.net