Spencer, Jodi and "Charlie"

Hi Carina 

I just wanted to let you know what an incredible little puppy Gus is. I have taken him twice to the lake now…..both times in the little borrowed crate (which looks like it will be too small for the next trip) and both times he has been the perfectly behaved little gentleman. I have a small seat belt attachment which I bought from Wal-Mart for about $11 and I attach Gus to that using a harness for trips to Uncle Vet etc. and he also sits down and then lies down when wearing that. I don't know if you can truly comprehend what this means to us? It is like manna from heaven!!!

He is just such a self- contained little guy as well as loving people. I know I am doing a better job as I have read 2 Cesar Millan books (one twice!) so I can't only say it is the dog but I truly believe that your breeding has a large role to play. 

Anyway…this has been like a therapy session…thanks for listening J.

And thanks for the incredible little darling Gus you picked for us.

Take care…..I would recommend your puppies to anyone and everyone!

Regards,

Collene and Gus

Saskatoon, SK

Hi Carina

 Just wanted to tell you how wonderfully Gus is progressing.

At about 91/2 months we cut back on his toys, thinking they were winding him up. We noticed a marked calmness in his behavior after that. From then on, he seemed to mature every week….. so quickly. We have slowly been reintroducing items around the house like the toilet roll back in its holder, mats back on the floor etc. and most of these items have been left alone. Sure, we still have to be a step ahead, like I had to ditch the Easywalk for the Halti to stop pulling on walks but he took to it with no fuss. He even wears Sally's old fleece jacket sometimes and has never objected!

But not only is he maturing quickly, he is so lovable and loving! I have never had such a loving dog. He licks me in my mouth if he can, he lies so he touches us (mostly ON us), and last night Craig commented :"No wonder they are called Lovable Labs!"

This time last year both Craig and I were so sad and didn't really celebrate my birthday or Christmas. This year is so different due to Gus! I want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for breeding such a superb dog! You have changed our lives and made them so much happier!!!!!!

Thank you Carina.

Hope you too have a truly wonderful Christmas season.

Much love

Collene, Craig and Gusxxxxxxx

Hi Carina,

I have been thinking about sending you another update but have been busy. You are the best person to share all about River. Who knows him better :)

We are all very happy with River. He is growing and learning so well. I have to say that he is very easy to train. We have a good trainer who gives us great support. River meets with him every week. He picks up new tricks so fast that we don't need to do much at home. He just remembers what he has learned. River is still a very calm boy. He always stay calm when other dogs are barking. He loves everybody. He is our big teddy bear!

Kids also learn how to get along with a puppy. I can't tell you how happy I am to see River and my children grow together and get to know each other! 

River had his last set of shots yesterday...yay! He will soon be fully Immuned. Our vet said that he is a very healthy puppy. River is now 34.4 lbs. his weight doubled in 8 weeks!

River is pretty much potty trained now. The puppy nip has improved tremendously! Now he enjoys chewing his toys and rawhides or bully sticks way better than our hands :D

I have been meeting and talking with more dog owners these days. Many of them adopted their dogs from kennels. However, I was quite shocked when they told me that they brought their puppy home when it was as young as three weeks old. They went through lots of problems in the first few months and there were many behavioural issues. When I heard of those stories, I was so grateful that we found a great breeder! Thank you again for your excellent puppy! Like the quote from your website, River did make our life complete! We can't ask for more :)

He is now sleeping beside my feet. I just can't take that smile off my face when he is with me :)

Will share more pictures with you later!

Regards to your family,

Jane and Shelby So

Vancouver, BC

wsjanesham@gmail.com

Hi Carina,

Just wanna share a picture with you. Our handsome boy is three months old now!

River has settled down very well with our family routine and gets along well with everyone. I walk him early every morning and he's doing an excellent job!

Can't wait till his shots are done so we can explore more places and meet with more dogs!

Jane