Fuzzycuddles

Made an interesting read and I'm sure there will be new excuses coming in at this time of year

A friend is looking into this breed so I was wondering if anyone had any breeders they'd recommend? also any tips and info I can pass onto them? They are most definitely wanting to be well informed to have at it with good bad and all the little things you've learnt along the way it's a family home environment decent size yard and fairly active family . Happy to give details as needed on them if it helps an informed opinion

Pet quality means it has a flaw that makes it unsuitable to continue the line/ represent the breed while still remaining a lovely dog who would be suited to a companion/ pet lifestyle. This is not to say they cannot excell at agility / obedience or anything else just that they do not meet the high standards of that breed, they may have a mismark, overbite/ underbite, medical condition (though I'd hope that's not too common) etc any number of reasons that just means your dog isn't the ideal to represent that breed.. Though I have a very limited understanding so I may be wrong

What a special little boy, so much heart there and clearly Ellie sees that. Lots of love in that photo I hope she finds a place soon to call her own she is so gorgeous

Put up a sign (as many business/ factory sites do) stating you accept all liability etc should anything happen while you're on this property? Accept no liability whoops! I'm aware liability can be shared, but I was curious in response to post before mine if a sign stating you won't accept liability would have any effect?..

What's a search reference I can use for hunting dog case?

You don't need to plead ignorance as to knowledge of mum, you can (and should) report to police fill them in as to the ongoing situation and they will get family services involved, unfortunately a laymans opinion on child in danger doesn't mean as much as someone qualified/ who is a mandatory reporter. if your neighbors are also aware it's worth letting the police know so they can corroborate your story and push it through the system fast. I agree with PP in that you/ the dog would be help liable, I have seen gag signs that alert people as to the presence of a dog without the implied dog is aggressive that comes with the standard. We are going with a please be aware dogs live here too so ask first and shut the gate behind you. (though I'm not sure that's much help with a child who clearly is being neglected and I would assume hasn't been exposed to how to safely interact with a dog. ) As for the little dog that keeps provoking yours when you call the police call the council, heaven forbid it picks a fight with a loose dog while out with the child and something much worse than a hand bite may occur (not your responsibility I know) clearly the mum/ owner isn't coping maybe it's time to step in so child and dog aren't the ones who pay for it

Omg wow some people just have no clue, why wouldn't they atleast have called the breeder first

She is beautiful, I'm so sorry to hear you have to make this difficult decision thinking of you both

Is there any chance he could still visit and play with mum and litter mates? That's quite young to remove a puppy from it's home as other have said. I'd stick to playing in the yard/ home especially as he isn't fully vaccinated and so young he would have no chance against parvo good luck and please make sure your cousin gets more informed

Do you vaccinate if so how often Do you have a regular vet and does your dog require any medical support/ ongoing treatments (possibly make it about how regularly they visit the vet)

Did your friend leave any provision for a vet check? Is there any chance you could call and ask if she would be ok with you getting the lab checked over as you are concerned?

Is your dog indoor/ outdoor What if any training have you done with your dog and if applicable where (personal trainer, club, home etc) What if any other pets do you keep Is your dog used to work or volunteer

Omg that poor bitch and little pup I hope that was enough to put her off breeding.

So glad it has a positive outcome and they're back together.. ETA: is there somewhere I could send them a Christmas present (though it would be late ) I'm sure he is over the moon to have his mate back but I'd hate to think of either of them going without as a result and if I can help even a little I'd like to .