White_Shadow

56 minutes ago, Dogsfevr said:

Most Breeders don’t have websites or pages ,if relying solely on those you may miss out on good breeders .

The breed page isn’t where breeders hang out or post .

The breeders listed on Dol and the Goldie club are a great start 

Are you after cream,Darker colour .?
 

 

 

 

 

Thanks! I'll definitely have a look. We haven't decided on the colour, they're all beautiful though. <3

2 hours ago, Dogsfevr said:

rarely can you "just buy a pup ".
Find the breeders that interest you ,contact them,ask questions & if they feel like a good fit put your name down & wait .
This year has seen every Tom,Dick & Harry want a dog ,its been an unprecedented time with inquiries & breeders need to go through those inquiries to find out who are time wasters & who a seriously looking for a pup .
When i say time wasters i mean they havent decided they want the breed or done any research into the breed .
In our breed since March we have had near 300 inquiries & we are struggling to reply to the various emails especially with questions asked that they could have easily already found at that info with research ,For our breed that question is does it need brushing or grooming .It is a frustrating thing to have to reply to when the breed is a coated breed.

So find your breeder ,make serious contact & wait .
Contact the Golden Retriever club if you have any info you need clarified .there are plenty of good breeders in Qld but going through websites waitig for puppies to appear will get you no where ,you need to make personal contact

I'm in no hurry. Hubby and I have discussed it and decided the next breed would be a golden retriever. I just like to see who sells them etc. I was surprise to see none on the breed page. 

I think there's a way to find the breeders page to look at their sites, I'll check again(thumbs up!) :-)

3 hours ago, Boronia said:

Contact Amanda and Stephen via email, the first thing you need to do is show what you can offer one of their Goldies in the way of training, health/exercise, diet (we are talking raw diet here), your house-yard set-up, members in your family and ages. Email photos of your yard. You need to show that you are the right person to match up with one of their dogs as they do check (as will most other breeders) Your first approach may not bring any joy but keep persevering...as you say it's a waiting game. There are their contact details http://www.geocities.ws/redinbrinkennels/

maybe ask to visit for a chat after this virus has become less threatening.

Most caring breeders want the best for their dogs so be prepared to run through the gauntlet!

Thanks for the link.... It's very hard to look at anything with all the unwanted popup ads coming up each time I try looking at something. :'(

Most likely a huge waiting list. I've found one and I've like their page... Just a waiting game...I reckon my girl would love a playmate, plus we're always home :-)

It's it just me or is hard to come by litters of golden retriever available for pet homes only? I'm in South East Queensland, and cannot find anything? 

On 1/2/2019 at 9:02 AM, PANDI-GIRL said:

@White_Shadow  Which breed have you chosen,       it' very exciting getting a new puppy, I hope you have lots of fun 

Cavalier King Charles. Meet Molly( we didn't end up buying from the breeder we wanted to originally,).

Roll out up, it might just be perfect when you get home, unrolled and all :D

On 11/27/2018 at 7:39 AM, Heath62 said:

• I have only recently joined this group, after previously having had a bad experiences off buying a puppy and finding out the he had a untreatable bleeding disorder and we lost him at 13 mths. We have now decided we are  ready to find a new forever fur baby and decided to do it through here, even though we expect to pay a lot more it will be worth every penny not to go through the heartache off loosing another puppy so young.
•  
• i must say so far I have found the experience rather frustrating. I have sent email applications to three different breeders 2 with litters due within the next 3 months and one with a 6mthold pup due now and have yet to here back from anyone, I find this really frustrating, especially the 6 mth old as it is still being advertised. If this gorgeous pup is no longer available or if for whatever reason they have decided we are not suitable a simple email saying they already have a lot off applications or it is no longer available would be nice so I could stop thinking about this gorgeous pup.

Have you tried a breeder that will request you to fill out an inquiry form for a puppy or to be put on a waiting list? I've done 2 of them now even though we don't want to get one till mid 2019. All I have to do is within a week of an expected litter is to let the breeder know I'm wanting a pup from that one...

Few years ago I kept emailing a breeder from SE QLD, that I had found on the list of breeder here, they never replied... Funny enough one day I happened to see where they lived, I'm happy I never bought from them and the other day proved me right when I found them advertising their papered purebreed ( elsewhere) as well as selling a cross breed that they are purposely breeding. Hang in there, be patient.

Still the best in your puppy hunting

8 hours ago, Kenny said:

Hi all

 

I sincerely thank all of you who have contributed your time, knowledge and guidance towards my situation.

 

I have declined the purchase of the puppy.

 

It was one of those extremely difficult decision to make. Easier said than done sort of thing.

 

Sorry that I have not replied to anyone by answering your questions, however every post made, I have read it at least 4 times, and answered your questions in my mind.

I apologise for not being very polite in answering one by one.

 

I cannot promise that I will look for a reputable breeder in the near future.   Papered puppies costs about 3 times more, and I understand the many years of selecting, screening, and breeding for the health of future pups. The price is all worth it. However I am not that lucky to be able to afford one in that price range.

Some may think I should not have the privilege to own a dog if thats the case... I understand.  However in life some things happens for a reason that we cannot comprehend.

My Pomeranian I purchased was from a back yard breeder, she saved my a daughters life.  Thats another story, but you see, it was meant to be. 

 

My heart is for a bully breed. I have to find one.

 

Much appreciated.

 

Kenny

 

Have you looked at the older dogs for sale page?? You never know one might suits you to a 't'.

https://www.dogzonline.com.au/breeds/mature/american-staffordshire-terrier.asp

Thankyou everyone! No one recommended a breeder but I've received a lot of valuable extra information from those that deal with the breed first hand.

I've looked through the breeders list and I've filled out an inquiry form with a specific breeder. I'm only waiting for the time that hubby and I have agreed on to choose from the litters(if any by then) to 'apply' and get everything rolling.

I can't wait <3

11 minutes ago, Gretel said:

I know of a standard poodle who really wanted to kill the family’s cats. He was serious! Cavaliers moult constantly and furminators damage their coat. I wouldn’t recommend using one on them. If hair about is a major worry a Cavalier is not the dog for you! I’ve had them for many years and they are wonderful dogs. They are friendly and many are very amenable to training. 

A good brush daily should keep that under control

1 minute ago, Rascalmyshadow said:

If you are looking at standard poodles be even more careful about your cats, I’m not sure where you have read your information but they are a hunting dog and chasing/grabbing in many is an instinct that is hard to stop.

Yes I'm starting to think I've read the info at the wrong place!  But everything I've read about the Cavalier seems spot on... Thanks

7 hours ago, Kenny said:

Hi all

 

I need some valuable guidance and opinions please.

 

I live in a townhouse. Cross the road is a park where kids play, people walk and a its a vibrant park.

I live with my wife and 4 children. Ages 15, 11, 4 and 2.

I have placed a deposit of $100 for an American Staffordshire Terrier.

 

Back in the days, I met a Pitbull for a couple of hours, and it was the most friendliest dog ever, apart from my Pomeranian that I miss dearly.

 

I understand that the Amstaff is a very strong breed.

After reading through this website, it has came to my senses that I may find some hardships if I go ahead with the puppy.

The plan is to take home the pup on Sunday 2nd Dec.

 

The pup costs $450, not microchipped , not vaccinated, nor wormed or anything.

I asked the breeder after I deposited $100, ( I suffer from Impulsive buying Syndrome ) if he could lower the price of the pup, as it wasn't vaccinated. However the breeder kept it firmly at $450.

I purchased Dog foods, total about $150 approx, went to Kmart to get some accessories like chew toys, bed, potty training mat as well.  I don't know if I have all the receipts to be honest.

 

My plan is to get my oldest daughter who is 15 yrs of age, to get the puppy to puppy school.

Vaccinate the puppy and all the worming and flea treatment, and also to get the puppy desexed when the right time comes.

 

I can take the dog out to exercise early morning at the park. My daughters can take them again to the park after school.

I plan on also going to my sisters house in the mountains to introduce my puppy to her 3 dogs. 2 labradors and a hairy poodle. 3 grown up dogs.

 

In March of 2020, our plan is to go overseas for about 3 weeks holiday, and to ask my sister to help look after our dog. I am hoping they will get along just fine. Im not too sure.

 

If I decide to cancel the puppy, I think I will lose the $100 deposit. 

I can refund some of the things I've purchased.

 

My 2 year old son asked if he could have the puppy sit on his lap, and he gently stroked it when we saw it.

However at home, my 2 youngest kids have toys scattered all over the place. I am worried about the puppy chewing and eating them.

 

Please let me know what you think... before Sunday, as my mind is now spinning.

 

Thanks

 

I wouldn't buy from a backyard puppy farm. They couldn't care less about the health of the dog plus you have no guarantee of the breed you're really getting. You might end up with a lot of heartache. Jut my opinion.

1 hour ago, Chloe08 said:

Hello

i just happened to see this post and thought I might comment. I am not an expert but I have had three cavaliers and currently own a cavalier and a standard poodle. As mentioned above the cavalier has a soft nature and requires less stimulation than my poodle. He sheds a lot but it can be reduced by regular brushing. He is very loving to everyone.

 

I keep my poodle in a simple short cut and the grooming requirements are greatly reduced but I get her groomed every six weeks. My standard poodle is highly intelligent and needs regular exercise and likes to learn new tricks. We attend regular training. Despite coming from a great breeder and careful socialisation she is a reactive/anxious dog and I have invested a lot of time and money into her, however I think this is not usual of the standard poodle as I have met many and they have been more stable than mine. I would want to know the temperaments of both parents before purchasing another one. Despite this I would get another poodle as I love their personalities and the lack of dog hair on my clothes and furniture. Good luck with your search. 

Thanks. Yes I've read that neurotic, anxious behaviour can be possible in the standard Poodle as well which is they say choosing carefully. Thank you. 

4 hours ago, Rascalmyshadow said:

Can you give more information about your day to day activities and what the dogs lifestyle would be.

 

I think with your kids ages either would be fine, poodles need a lot of mental stimulation even the tiny ones more so than a cavalier,  cavaliers tend to have a beautiful soft temperament, I have never met an aggressive/nasty one (I’ve handled a lot) poodles however can however range a lot in their temperaments from calm and friendly to extremely nervous and reactive, just something to keep in mind when searching for the right one.

 

Both have a few known health issues so make sure you do plenty of research and find a breeder that test for everything necessary, poodles obviously don’t she everywhere but need bathing and blow drying at least fortnightly with haircuts every 6-8weeks, cavaliers are quite heavy shedders but if bathed and properly blow dried with a force dryer each fortnight it will lessen it, their coats are easier to manage being straight.

 

Poodles often have a high prey drive (even the toys)so some are good with cats while others can be terrible even if they grow up together, this is less likely to be an issue with a cavalier.

 

Hope this helps a little.

 

I'm home pretty much all the time except a couple morning here and there. Regular walks especially are planned and being with me as a companion. 

Plus it would encourage my oldest daughter to walk after school with us as she as put on weight (not a lot) but a little due to tegratol.

We want a faithful family companion, like hubby says preferably one great with cats also.

Thanks again

4 hours ago, RuralPug said:

Please don't take this the wrong way, but I find it quite concerning that you are choosing between two breeds with completely different temperaments and activity levels which suit completely different lifestyles. I'm not sure what you have based your choices on, but it really should be based on your family lifestyle and how much time you can devote to your dog and how much and what type of responsiveness you require from them. 

If you are giving a high priority to low shedding, bear in mind that the lowest shedding breeds have the highest grooming needs which will take a LOT more time to keep the coat in shape than high shedding breeds which, generally speaking, you can minimise shedding by a 10 minute grooming session every other day for a small breed. The Furminator is designed to remove loose undercoat so is best used on double coated breeds. The other thing to remember about low shedding is that allergy to actual dog hair is rare, the common allergy is to dog dander (skin flakes) so amount of shedding won't affect the allergy.

Poodles - What size poodle are you looking at? In Australia, my experience has been that the three sizes of poodle have different temperaments. They are all very intelligent, however it seems to me that most of the Toy Poodles and some of the Miniature Poodles do tend toward neurotic behaviour, which I have never observed in Standard Poodles. If you want a Toy or Mini I would recommend finding a breeder who has had a great deal of success in gaining obedience and/or dog sport titles with their stock.

Poodles are a lot of dog, so unless you are willing to dedicate your life to dog sports, obedience work or similar activities to keep their brains busy, please don't get one. Just my opinion. Poodles do shed, but due to their coat structure the shed hair remains in the coat and does not drop onto your carpets or furniture, which is why they need an enormous amount of grooming compared with most other breeds. You need to cost in the time needed for at home grooming to keep them free of matted coat plus the expense of regular six weekly professional grooming. You can call around the grooming salons near you to get an idea of pricing.

It is recommended that you choose a poodle breeder who uses sires and dams that have (a) passed the x-rays for Hip Dysplasia (and Legg-Perthes Disease in Minis and Toys), (b) are clear of Patella Luxation, (c) have been passed clear of the myriad eye diseases (including PRA and cataracts) to which poodles are prone , (d) have been DNA tested as clear of Von Willebrand's Disease and (e) have tested clear of any thyroid malfunction.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel - this is ,generally speaking, a much more laid back dog than the poodle. However, they are a companion breed and can get anxious if left too much to themselves. They have a single coat and a Furminator is not needed. A simple comb or pin brush used thoroughly every second or third day will minimise shedding and is also required to keep the silky coat from tangling. They are perhaps not quite as intelligent as the poodle but more than make up for that with their devotion which makes them eager to please - which is why cavs are often prize winners in obedience.

It is recommended that you choose a Cavalier breeder who uses sires and dams that have (a) screened as clear of any heart murmur (b) have been screened clear of the several types of eye diseases that were once common in this breed, (c) are clear of Patella Luxation, and  (d) have been DNA tested clear (or are clear by parentage) of Curly Coat Syndrome.
 

Sorry, this has turned into War and Peace lengthwise! But I suppose the point I am trying to make is that before you ask for recommendations of breeders, you should more thoroughly research to establish the breed that will suit you best.
 

Thankyou for your input. Standard Poodle I was thinking of. The reason I asked about both breed is from the research I had done (online) is that they are both a great family pet and peaceful with cats as well. I'm home all the time almost except for a couple morning here and there and occasional afternoon out (shopping). 

I most admit that I'm more inclined toward the Cavalier King Charles spaniel. I'm more then happy to brush every day any ways. The reason why we're thinking July 2019, is actually to also make sure we choose the right breed. Really love the information you've given me. 

Looking into getting a puppy that both parents/ lines are best as can be health wise. I really love both the cavalier king charles spaniel and the poodle. The poodle especially due to the almost no shedding part. 

We have 4 kids(soon to be 19, 15, 13, 8). We also have 3 cats all rescued, ragdoll x, persian x and russian blue x. All desexed vaccinated m'chipped etc all about a year old, russian blue x could be older. 

Would be happy to adopt a 'younger' dog or get a puppy(which might make it easier for the cats to adapt to her(thinking that would be best).).

I'm the mum at home, I'll be the main carer of dog/or pup. 

Hubby is happy to consider a purebred, but as I said the health is of most importance ( he is really worried spending a good amount to see a pup die from ill health). 

We are thinking of buying in July 2019. If you know a very good breeder with health/ good lines being top priority it would be awesome. The puppy/dog would get desexed if not already done. Vet that we use can be provided and desexing proof provided to breeder if 'required' for their own peace of mind. 

More than happy to keepin touch with  the breeder, with photos etc even visits if they wish to come see how the pup/dog is going. 

As I said we are thinking around July 2019. We want to make sure we're ready and well equipped. 

Looking forward to hear which breeder is recommended in both breed.

PS. We are wanting to buy from SE QLD. I don't want the pup/dog having to travel a long way (flights etc).

Thankyou

Poodle or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.(PS. I know hubby would prefer the lowest to non existent shedding, but for those that have a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, do you find the furmigator to be doing quite a good job so that is almost non existent too?)

Great pics Bindii!

You remind me of an actress, cannot think of her name right now though.

Fletcher is gorgeous! (So is Hugo )

Yay! received mine today!! Can't wait to get going!

I had some fun tonight with photographing the Riverfire (fireworks display) from a nearby hill. I used the Bokeh filter thingos and I have to say they are extremely frustrating until you get the hang of them!

It explains it all in the book but it won't work unless you have your distance at something fairly considerable (I couldn't get the effect under 150mm). You must also have the lights out of focus. The effect will show up in your viewfinder if you have live view so fiddle about until you get it. I can't post photos ATM because I'm on a Mac with limited download and I can't work out how to do it yet.

I got the F111s doing a dump and burn

We want to see a pic

:rolleyes:

Nice shots R & A, it looks so hot and dry where you are.

Thanks, its dry

You know I was looking at the great colors of the sunset & couldn't help thinking how beautiful it would look over the sea, I wish we were living on the coast somewhere.

Few just taken over the last hour

Love that one tlc, it is as if the cloud was 'following' the footpath lol

I want mine! :laugh:

Maybe that will help?

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