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So you want a dog ......

27/11/2013

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I saw a link on Facebook today called 'Put it back, you don't need that! aka picking the correct breed is important, don't fuck it up'. It's very American, but if you can get past that, it does hit home - it's thought provoking and is designed to make people stop and actually THINK before selecting a breed of dog. Will it suit your lifestyle?  Are you wanting it for the right reasons?  Do you really understand the breed in question and can you win over the breeder?  I've put the link at the bottom of the page so you can read it after you've finished reading my words ;-)

I particularly liked the last sentence :
Pro tip: If the breeder tries to give you one on your first visit… walk away. A good breeder of a difficult breed is just as difficult as the dogs themselves. You have to work for it'.  I'm afraid I'm guilty of trying to put people OFF getting a puppy from me.  Why?  Because I don't want enquiries from people who haven't or aren't prepared to do their homework.  If you haven't met a Lappy in the fur but you're asking if I have puppies available, then you are acting on impulse, not the kind of home I'm looking for.  I spell it out on my website and if you haven't bothered to read that before making a sensible enquiry, well then I can't be bothered with you. 

I pick people who will put in the effort to get past my Rottweiler tendencies and discover the joy my dogs bring to not only me, but every home who owns one.  I'm happy to stick the kettle on and introduce my dogs (these visits tend to last at least 1.5 hours, usually more and during this time you'll get sniffed by a Lappy who will demand a belly rub and have a German Spitz jump on your lap) and I'm happy to answer lots of questions and I'll even throw in facts you didn't think you needed to know - but if you don't introduce yourself properly, if you write two lines and the second line is 'how much are they' or if you ask to be put on my puppy waiting list when we haven't even met, then you've fallen at the first hurdle and you probably won't get a reply yet alone a cup of tea.

If you think you can buy a puppy and then walk out of my life, then sorry, you're going to be disappointed on that score too.  You're going to have to wait many months before my plans become a reality and when you do finally get to take your puppy home, I'm going to stalk you on Facebook 'liking' photos of your puppy and I'm going to be asking questions like 'how's training going' or 'fancy a walk?'.  What do you mean you don't have Facebook?  Then you clearly have a life! I only sell puppies to saddo's like myself who use Facebook as a means to pour over gorgeous Lappy photos, yup, bit weird, but there's lots of us and we're worldwide! Now that IS scary ;-)

Survive the mauling and you'll have more than just a puppy, you'll hopefully have a new friend and be part of our wonderful Lappy community.  If none of that appeals, if all you wanted was a Lapphund, then I will put you in touch with a great breeder with puppies planned.

I have small litters too, it's really annoying, not just for me but for those patiently waiting for one from me - but good things come to those that wait, right?  It's so bloody easy to buy a dog these days and with many breeds you can rock up to the breeder and just point and say "I want this one" said in a Matt Lucas stylee .  If that's what you're looking for then just open up your local paper or Exchange and Mart and go ahead and dial one up, it won't be a Lappy of course, but perhaps a Lappy isn't the right breed for you anyway.... you do know they are not Huskies?!  or even Pomskies.....

Sometimes I feel guilty for bringing pedigree dogs into the world when we already have so many dogs languishing in rescue centres desperate for a home. 
If it doesn't HAVE to be a Lapphund, why not consider giving a rescue dog a home?
http://thedogsnobs.com/2013/11/26/put-it-back-you-dont-need-that-a-k-a-picking-the-correct-breed-is-important-dont-fuck-it-up/

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The Rottweiler doesn't 'do' sharing ;-)
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Dog Friendly Coffee!

20/11/2013

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I absolutely love love LOVE my dogs, but with four of them, it's often hard to spend time with them individually.  Today I have done exactly that :-)  I also love love LOVE coffee, so I'm never happier then when I spend time with my dogs whilst drinking coffee!

As Scrabble has been staying with a friend for the past few days (and getting lots of one to one attention - like sleeping on her bed!) I have been spoiling the remaining three.  Here's a few photos of our coffee stops over the past few days!  I am lucky to have so many great places to choose from that accept dogs and provide treats, fuss and bowls of water.  Needless to say, my dogs' gain new fans everywhere they go :-)


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Indigo Cafe, Farnham, Surrey.
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Bel and The Dragon, Churt, Surrey.
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Zinty in Café Mila, Godalming, Surrey.
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Sisko in Cafe Nero, Farnham, Surrey.
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9 Month Wait For New Baby ......

19/11/2013

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The only babies I can get excited about have four legs and are covered in fur.  The fact that I had to wait 9 months for this particular baby to arrive is purely a coincidence ;-) 

Finally November 15th arrived, OTTO DAY!  Time to drive 550 miles to bring home
Imperial Storm Shadow du pays de l'Aurore Boréale.  We set off very early in the morning to the Channel Tunnel and then drove to Reims to meet Peggy Kasprzykowski and her husband for the exciting handover.  We had a coffee together and chatted Lappies (and gesticulated quite a lot) and then it was time to say our fond farewells. 

It was so lovely to finally meet Otto in the fur (and Peggy of course!) - he didn't disappoint at all, having super bone and coat and the sweetest of dispositions.  He was clearly a very confident pup and this continued throughout the journey, whether he was being cuddled by me (a complete stranger) or being checked for his microchip at passport control or even once we finally got to Lucie and Hayden's in Surrey - he simply took it all in his stride, tail wagging and always eager for fuss. 

Lucie tells me he has settled in really well, amazing in fact, he's met many dogs, been to training class and made lots of friends and gained a few fans - hardly surprising as he is so gorgeous!  I am so excited to have him in my breeding programme and to know that he will be giving Lucie and Hayden a fantastic experience of Lappy ownership. 

Thanks again Peggy for everything ! :-D

You can read more about Otto on his page, here.


Otto's Pedigree

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SFLS OPEN SHOW

4/11/2013

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It has been a busy few weeks here, but I think I say that with every blog entry! 

A couple of weeks ago it was the Southern Finnish Lapphund Society Open Show, with judge Saara Sampakoski of Shacal Kennel, Finland.  I was over the moon with her placing of Salo in second place in Limit Dog.
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Sisko came 2nd in Special Veteran Bitch.
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Saara gave very comprehensive verbal critiques.
But the most exciting part of the day was Leks winning BEST PUPPY IN SHOW!!
Blake handled Leks really well and his victory was totally deserved - well done Blake! :-)  To see the full results, click here.

The SFLS always put on a great show, and this one was no exception.  Fabulous raffle prizes donated by everyone, super lunch and a great atmosphere - just loved it :-)
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NINKA IS FINALLY HERE!!!

4/11/2013

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Wednesday 30th October was a very exciting day as I went to Heathrow Airport to collect Ninka from her flight from Lecibsin Kennel, Finland.  Our hearts melted when we set eyes upon her, photos do not do her justice, she is ultra feminine and oh, so sweet!
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Ninka is settling in really well with Julia and David and has already become great friends with Roope.
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On Saturday we had a great reunion at Simran and Sarang's house in Worcester Park.  Simran has Kimi from Fiia and Salo's summer litter and it was the first time I'd seen him since he was 7 weeks old.  It was so lovely to see him, along with brother Roope, cousin Leks and Ninka.  I took Little Pickle along for the socialisation, she is such a character, afraid of nothing and she loved playing with the 'big dogs'.
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From left to right, Leks, Kimi, Ninka, Little Pickle and Roope.

I have been busy updating my website this evening, visit the homepage to see what I have added.  Lots more to add, particularly on Little Pickle, so please check back again soon....
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