As a third-generation dog breeder, 2023 has been a year of adjustment. The year had a nice steady start for me, and then it spun out of control.  In mid-June, my father was sent home on hospice care, and we said goodbye to him in early October.  I have to say his loss has been […]

Have you, as a breeder, been targeted or harassed after you participated in a legislative process, commented on a proposed law or regulation, or communicated your opinion on a dog-related issue?  Let’s ask that question more plainly: Do you believe that something suspicious, threatening, or unjustified occurred just because you took action on an issue […]

Whether your expectant mom is an experienced dam or a first timer, having puppy milk replacer on hand is essential. Tractor Supply Company’s Esbilac Liquid Puppy Milk Replacer is the simplest, complete, solution for puppies. If your puppies are orphaned or rejected, or simply need supplemental feeding, the Esbilac formula could not be easier to […]

Puppies need several trips to the vet for regular care and vaccinations before they go to their forever homes, and those trips get more exciting as they grow. Tractor Supply Company has a crate that will make getting them there easier for everyone. The Petmate 2-Door Top Load Kennel has a top-entry that allows for […]

Whether you have a large kennel of breeding dogs or just breed the occasional litter, all dogs have to eat! Tractor Supply Company has an airtight dog food container that is a great way to store kibble. These containers have optional casters which make them easy to maneuver around your kennel or home. Tractor Supply Company's […]

As the weather warms up it’s time to think about flea and tick protection again! Tractor Supply Company offers the Natural Chemistry Flea and Tick Yard and Kennel Spray to keep your yard and kennel free of fleas and ticks. This product also repels gnats, mosquitoes, and deerflies for up to a week. The Natural […]

A litter is eligible for registration if: It is the result of a mating between an AKC-registered Sire (male) and an AKC-registered Dam (female) of the same breed. It is whelped (born) in the U.S.A, its possession or territories (Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Marianna Islands). How to Register a Litter: To register […]

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Sires must have an AKC Original DNA Profile when they have produced: 7 or more litters in a lifetime OR more than 3 litters in a year  Buy AKC DNA Kit Activate AKC DNA Kit The Board of Directors redefined The American Kennel Club's leadership role in the world of purebred dogs by being the […]