Oakdale Retrievers

07/02/2024

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03/12/2024

In a world where words sometimes fall short, let's take a moment to honour the incredible working dogs whose hearts beat in rhythm with a purpose larger than themselves. In the realm of search and rescue, these valiant canines embody bravery, their noses and paws tirelessly navigating the chaos of disaster zones or the rugged terrain of mountains and forests. To them, every rescue mission is an unwavering commitment to hope, a testament to their unyielding dedication to saving lives.
Guide dogs, those silent companions for the visually impaired, carry a weighty responsibility on their shoulders. Through the darkness, they become beacons of trust, guiding their human partners with a grace that only deep bonds forged through training can provide. These extraordinary creatures redefine what it means to see the world, one guided step at a time.
In the world of medical detection, these dogs aren't just sniffing out scents; they're detecting hope. With an uncanny ability to identify the subtlest of cues, they serve as guardians of health, alerting to conditions that escape human senses. Their noses become lifelines, connecting the dots between illness and timely intervention, offering a chance for healing that transcends the limits of medical technology.
Assistance dogs, with hearts as big as their roles, step into the lives of those with disabilities, offering not just help but an unspoken promise of companionship. Trained to meet unique needs, they're the embodiment of support, retrieving dropped items, providing stability, and offering a warm, furry shoulder during moments of vulnerability.
To the working dogs, we say thank you from the depths of our hearts. Yet, let's not forget those incredible individuals who stand beside them in the shadows—the trainers, handlers, and everyone who dedicates their time and expertise to unlock the immense potential within each pawprint. Behind every heroic dog is a human counterpart, patiently guiding, nurturing, and shaping these incredible beings into the superheroes they become.
In a world that sometimes forgets to appreciate the silent warriors with fur and those who mold them, we extend our deepest gratitude. Working dogs and their human partners, you are the symphony of courage and compassion, and we honour the harmonious dance you perform, step by step, paw by paw.
Thank you

01/31/2024

12/24/2023

Love my Labs!! :)

12/21/2023

No, they aren't retrievers, but still cute :) Don't forget your doggies this Christmas!!!

12/11/2023

My Letter to Santa
HERE IS MY LETTER TO SANTA...

Dear Santa,

I've been a good doggy mom all year. I've fed, cleaned and cuddled my dogs on demand, visited the Vet's office more than my own doctor, spend more on their dog food and training supplies than I do for myself, and most of the time they are groomed better than I am. I was hoping you could spread my list out over several Christmases, since I had to write this letter with my a black marker pen on the back of a dog food receipt in the laundry room between cycles of dog bedding, and who knows when I'll find any more free time in the near future with puppies coming, training sessions, hunt tests and field trials on the horizon.

Here are my Christmas wishes:

I'd like a pair of legs that don't ache (in any color, except purple, which I already have) and arms that don't hurt or flap in the breeze; but are strong enough to put my struggling dog into the tub for a bath.

I'd also like a waist, since I lost mine somewhere eating fast food, and at least three camo outfits and some jeans that will zip all the way up without the use of power tools.

If you're hauling big ticket items this year I'd like nose-print resistant windows, floors that clean themselves, and a refrigerator with a secret compartment behind the crisper where I can hide to eat my own snacks without having to share with a pack of black coated, four legged, sad looking, "We're starving" maniacs staring at me.

On the practical side, I could use a battery operated dog that marks perfectly and moves to perfection on my casts to boost my testing/trialing confidence, along with at least two bi***es who don't bump each other to start a fight.

I could also use a recording of The Dog Whisperer chanting "Don't p*e in the living room" and "Get off of her, she is not in heat" because my voice seems to be just out of my dog's hearing range and can only be heard by the next door neighbors who are at least an acre away.

If it's too late to find any of these things, I'd settle for enough time to brush my teeth and comb my hair in the same morning, or the luxury of eating food warmer than room temperature without it being served in a Styrofoam/cardboard container going to or from a training session or at a hunt test or field trial.

If you don't mind, I could also use a few Christmas miracles to brighten the holiday season. Would it be too much trouble to declare a “It’s for your own good” day? It will clear my conscience immensely when I look at those miserable little faces when I do find a few free minutes to go to places they don’t need to go to and leave them in their crates or when I have to apply Frontline or administer any medications, especially hydrogen peroxide after they've eaten something they shouldn't have eaten!

It would be helpful if you could coerce my husband to help around the house without demanding payment as if he was the boss of an organized crime family because after all, this is for MY Dogs!

Well, Santa, the buzzer on the dryer is ringing and some of my dogs saw my feet under the laundry room door. They think I am eating dinner in here again and they are missing out on leftovers.

Have a safe trip and remember to leave your wet boots by the door and look down so that you don't step into an "accident".

I would have left cookies, but with the dogs, there is no chance that anything other than drool will be left on the plate. I left you a Hot Toddy to warm you from the cold, but after a day like this, I drank it myself.

Yours Always,

Vicky
Doggy Mom

12/05/2023

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease.

It sounds scary and many pet parents have expressed concern. We wanted to share a brief synopsis of the disease and its symptoms to look out for. If you have any questions or think your pet may be ill, please don't hesitate to call us: 410-766-7387

12/01/2023

Lol

09/03/2023

Hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday!

07/28/2023

Clever Lab!!

07/07/2023

Be aware this summer :)

05/22/2023

Your heart breaks when you get the message that one of your pups, even though now 14 years old, has passed peacefully with her beloved owner holding her gently. Our most sincere heartfelt condolences to Sookie's much loved Mom, family and friends that knew and loved this sweet girl.

05/06/2023

Very important information. Posted originally by Emergency Veterinary Clinic Abilene, TX.

05/02/2023

Ready to get your retriever ready for hunting or just need your retriever or companion dog obedience training? Give us a call today to check into our training programs!

01/27/2023

After going home from training with us, this big boy, Butch Eber, has made his Dad quite happy with retrieving all the geese and ducks on their hunting trips.

01/23/2023

Nikki wanting more retrievers in the first photo. Nikki, Ruby & Greta after a busy day of training and retrieving!! The Spath's crew!

01/02/2023

Love getting the photos of dogs we have trained doing what they love to do!!! Cooper is one dog I've always told his owner, Mark, that I would have kept him!! Cooper is definitely part of our Oakdale family!!

01/02/2023

Another of our recent "graduates".....Chase, 1 yr. old Chesapeake Bay Retriever, owned by CJ Griffin. This big boy is ready for the ducks & geese :)

12/24/2022