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That's a really good idea re the Facebook group Kirst Goldens. Perhaps some breeders wait until all health checks are completed so as to not let anyone down. Plus if they are choosing their own pup or a show pup from the litter they seem to wait until 5-7 weeks or even later to do so, so can't guarantee pups. I'm lucky with my breeder, pictures same day every week (cannot wait for that day and check email constantly!) I was informed we were getting a puppy the morning after they were born, we visited them at 3 weeks and are visiting next weekend when they are at 6 weeks. We visited the breeder before the bitch was in season, so helped establish good communication when the time came. Every breeder would be different I would think.

So sorry to hear Katie. Kasoo that's great feedback. I've just started using clicker training on my 10 yr old and I'm amazed how quickly she has understood the concept. Looking forward to reading the book more. Yes I agree the coordination of the click, treat etc was hard at first.

I am reading 'The Focused Puppy' and finding it exactly what I need to prepare for a little one. Very happy to hear, have just purchased this book.

That's great Katie,

He's gorgeous Anna! Love his colouring and markings. Welcome to the thread Sabbath.

Welcome Bianca. Very exciting stage, we'll listen to you ramble

It's a cute name Anna, especially with his serious face.

Anna & Lucious your pups are gorgeous! Anna are you sharing the tentative name yet?

I think you need to be completely comfortable with the decision of selecting a pup, if you are not completely comfortable then don't get the pup.

He was lucky to have you Teebs and all of us to know of him and care for him and his passing.

Sometimes people suck, but sometimes people (like Teebs) are amazing. Tip was so lucky to end up in your pathway. Look forward to updates on his progress

What a great prize! Congrats

Welcome What breed are you getting?

Evolving- Yes she is one of the aunties on here, you guess correctly Esky- Oh that's no good. Your puppy will be waiting for you when you're ready

I'm working my way through the spitz family. Have had a Pomeranian. Currently have a German Spit and Japanese Spitz Waiting for my Lappie puppy who is 3 weeks old at the moment. In years to come I'm planning on a Keeshond & Samoyed... but people like the crazy Lappie woman keep telling me lappies are addictive so don't know if I'll ever get there

Angelo- Italian for angelo. He is angelic... until you find your socks in the back yard Amber- Colour or fossilised sap. Has a bit of an Amber hue to her blonde coat.

Tough situation for you Katie with the 'if'

Very nice distraction! I love channeling my puppy searching energies through friends and family

We have 5 weeks to go as well! Coming from Oracle who is only 3 hrs away from where I live. Great for visiting while they are babies Mum is Articmal, dad is Magpielane. She has a few aunty and uncles on here.

Trying for Finnish name, so it's not going to be easy!

Great idea for pet shops to link with rescue organisations

It's fantastic

Wasn't aware of this book/movie, just read about it. Looks great, looks like there will be tears at the end. Will check it out, thanks for posting about it.

So very excited, I can now officially be in this thread.... I have a puppy on the way!!! A Finnish Lapphund. Puppy is currently 3 weeks old, we are getting a girl, there are two girls in the litter and we won't know which one is ours until they are 5-6 weeks. We met the puppies yesterday, so adorable!

Glad it worked out okay. Had no idea dogs could get warts. Love these forums, learn something new every day