Coosa River Retrievers

08/06/2024

Who’s looking for a ready hunting buddy?

07/22/2024

One of our Coosa River Pups (Trigger x Piper). Bliss MH will love those kids and her new family. She will do amazing things! Can’t wait to see her stories.

06/11/2024

How bout another Master pass for Lincoln. That’s back to back weekends on pretty tough tests. He’s on a roll! Thanks Keith Colburn

06/06/2024

Litter announcement!!
Amazing pedigree!
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Coosa River’s Hot Rod Lincoln SH (MH2)x Flat woods Switch Hitting Breeze

3 yellow (2M, 1F) 3 Black (2M, 1F)
These babies have 17 National Champions and Hall of Fame dogs in 5 generations, Not including any FC, AFC or lesser titles.
SIRE…..Linc is son of 2012 NAFC Traveler, grandson to 2011 NAFC Grady and HOF FC/AFC Bored out Ford. He is currently Senior Hunter titled (2 master passes so far)and with a pro trainer making his Master Title run. He’s a great marker and awesome teammate. Linc is a looker.. he is muscular and fit and weighs about 60-65 lbs.
DAM…..Breeze is daughter to 5 time Purina Retriever of the year award winner FC/AFC Hockey Creek’s Switch Hitter “Mickey” and is granddaughter to HOF 2014 NAFC Tubb. She is not yet titled due to injury. But once she has weaned these pups we will start her quest. Breeze is lightning fast and sees nothing as an obstacle. Her drive is through the roof. She is smaller and weighs about 50lbs.
These pups will have both the brains and drive to compete at any game you want. Both parents have all OFA certified health clearances and are clear. Pups will have dew claws removed, first shots, full registration and 26 month health guarantee. This is an amazing price for puppies with this kind of star studded pedigree, health tested parents and come with health guarantee.
PM me for more.. Located in Columbiana, AL. Ready for new homes 7/13

05/26/2024

Puppies are doing great!

Breeze is a proud mama
Andy Ford

05/22/2024

Litter announcement!!
Amazing pedigree! ⬇️⬇️⬇️💲
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Coosa River’s Hot Rod Lincoln SH (MH1)x Flat woods Switch Hitting Breeze

6 Puppies born May 21, 2024
3 yellow (2M, 1F) 3 Black (2M, 1F)
These babies have 17 National Champions and Hall of Fame dogs in 5 generations. That’s not including any FC, AFC or lesser titles.
SIRE…..Linc is son of 2012 NAFC Traveler, grandson to 2011 NAFC Grady and HOF FC/AFC Bored out Ford. He is currently Senior Hunter titled (1 master pass so far)and with a pro trainer making his Master Title run. He’s a great marker and awesome teammate. Linc is a looker.. he is muscular and fit and weighs about 60-65 lbs.
DAM…..Breeze is daughter to 5 time Purina Retriever of the year award winner FC/AFC Hockey Creek’s Switch Hitter “Mickey” and is granddaughter to HOF 2014 NAFC Tubb. She is not yet titled due to injury. But once she has weaned these pups we will start her quest. Breeze is lightning fast and sees nothing as an obstacle. Her drive is through the roof. She is smaller and weighs about 50lbs.
These pups will have both the brains and drive to compete at any game you want. Both parents have all OFA certified health clearances and are clear. Pups will have dew claws removed, first shots, full registration and 26 month health guarantee. This is a great 💲 for puppies with this kind of star studded pedigree, health tested parents and come with health guarantee.
PM me for more.. Located in Columbiana, AL. Ready for new homes 7/13.

05/22/2024

Well it was a busy night last night. Breeze did an amazing job. She had 6 gorgeous and healthy puppies. 3 yellow (2M, 1F) and 3 Black (2M, 1F). Welcome to the world little ones! These pups are available. See upcoming litter announcement. Amazing pedigree!

05/14/2024

This is a great started retriever.

05/13/2024

This is one of my pups out of Trigger x Piper. She is amazing!

04/23/2024

I’m so proud of this Trigger x Piper baby. Way to go Bliss!

SHE'S A ROCKSTAR!!

So proud of my babygirl....just got her Master Title! Well done BLISS!!
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Thank you Keith for finishing her up...you're the best! I appreciate what you do for my girls!

04/13/2024

So I’ve decided to retire Trigger from Competition. This decision wasn’t easy. Though he is turning 9 years old this Sunday, he still has the energy and drive of a pup. Coosa River’s Delta Swamp Hitman MH has passed 30 master tests and qualified for 4 master nationals. In fact, he only needs 1 more pass to qualify for this year’s national. I made this decision because the game has changed and I’m frustrated. 1. Costs have gotten ridiculous and not worth the gamble. The average working person can’t afford this game anymore. 2. Judges are now failing dogs for minor infractions that once wasn’t an issue trying to get that 40% pass rate back. If we’re seeing the squeeze already at weekend tests imagine what the master National will be like?? And that’s probably going to be a $1000 entry fee plus travel expenses for 2 weeks.. so.. it’s all just not worth continuing competition with him. Trigger is by far the BEST Retriever I’ve ever owned, trained and competed. He can now enjoy sleeping on his couch every night. Happy birthday and Happy retirement Trigger!

04/02/2024

The American Kennel Club just made it official…

They now added a new color option to the Labrador Retriever registration forms. You can now check off if your dog is a Silver or Charcoal.
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Just kidding… they’re still MUTTS!

APRIL FOOLS. 🤪

03/23/2024

Trigger and his daughter, Bliss. This was her 4th Master Pass. She’s going to be a superstar!!

03/22/2024

Congrats to my boy Trigger. Master pass number 30. Just one more to qualify for the 2024 Master Nationals. Thanks Keith Colburn

12/20/2023

She is doing amazing!

Can you say cuteness over load!!
Meet NOVA....the puppy that came to us after being delivered outside in the cold unexpectedly. She's growing and gorgeous !

12/04/2023

We love getting pics of our pups…
Sally’s first duck hunt. Looks like she’s having fun.

12/02/2023

Our pups are amazing!

11/19/2023

Such a sweet girl

Bree brought her baby a toy ❤️❤️❤️
(And no I did not put that there... I just woke up to see that.)

11/17/2023

He’s gonna be a strong fighter for sure

Baby is on her 2nd field trip...this time to the vet for dews to be done. She's growing!

09/22/2023

So you want to be a breeder????? Lol

A lot of truth to all of this. Being a breeder is a commitment most aren’t willing to do.

POTENTIAL OWNER: How much is the puppy?
BREEDER: $2000+ dollars.
POTENTIAL OWNER: What?? It's way too expensive!!
BREEDER: What do you think would be a good price?
POTENTIAL OWNER: No more than $500. You breeders are so over priced.
BREEDER: I am sorry you see it this way, why don't you try it yourself?
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I've never done it!
BREEDER: For FREE I can teach you how to do it, and in addition you will have the knowledge to do it again.
POTENTIAL OWNER: Perfect, thank you!
BREEDER: To start you will need a female(average cost $3500 and up)and a male(average cost $3500 and up) or semen (average $2000-$2500 and up). You will need to do genetic & health testing on them, averages about $800+ per dog.

Lets not forget progesterone testings, inseminations, ultrasounds, x-rays, semen collections, semen analysis, potentially semen overnight shipping and so on ($1500+).
Raise and provide daily care, feeding & grooming for 2 years. (minimal $250 per month) Oh, don’t forget monthly prevention, annual vet visits and any other additional vet visits.
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I don't have that much money...

BREEDER: For $1200 you can raise a litter and then keep one of the puppies. Obviously, you will pay the cost of whelping & care.
POTENTIAL OWNER: I can do that.
BREEDER: OK so I have a female due to whelp in 2 weeks. You will need to be available 24/7 around the clock for at least 8 weeks to help with delivery and care. ( a million loads of laundry) Another 4 plus weeks to monitor mom and puppies.
POTENTIAL OWNER: twelve weeks?? it's way too much time for me! I have to work.
BREEDER: Plus You will need to be available for puppy families to call you 24/7 with a worry or concern no matter the age. You Must also be ready to take back the puppy/dog at any age if the family has a unforseen emergency.
BREEDER: You will also need the reproductive vet to do progesterone testing($110/ test ) X-ray to get head count ($100) & C-section($1000-$5000 if needed) and initial vet care on pups until old enough to be placed ($800+).
Have on hand a scale, thermometer, latex gloves, puppy pads, incubator, oxygen concentrator, nebulizar, heating lamp, whelping box, puppy pen, blankets, toys, bowls, cleaning supplies, appropriate food with supplements for mothers, formula, medications & hand feeding supplies in case of emergency....
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I don't have all these things!
BREEDER: For $5000+ you can buy them.
POTENTIAL OWNER: Ummm .... You know, I think it might be better if I just buy a puppy.
BREEDER: Wise decision.
For us, there are no vacations or holidays, while you go to visit with family & friends we are home at our dogs side caring for them. It is a no breaks commitment.
THIS IS THE REALITY
When you choose a reputable person, you aren’t only purchasing the puppy but also: knowledge, support , experience, love, time, sacrifices, etc...
**Plus the cost of life time support to the puppy owners…
These numbers are just the tip of the iceberg (best case scenario!!!) as a reputable breeder who takes on this journey full time!
Very well said…
*Copied and edited from another breeder*

💯💯💯 As a Labrador Retriever breeder of WELL BRED pups, I also require my dogs to be TITLED in a dicipline before ever breeding them. This is to show they are capable of being successful in what I'm breeding for. That takes THOUSANDS of dollars in training and competition costs. Us reputable breeders care to produce the HEALTHIEST, WELL BRED, WELL ROUNDED PUPS we can. ~Tyler 💯💯💯

Purebred doesn't mean much anymore, Well-Bred pups come from reputable breeders.

09/09/2023

Litter announcement…..
Trigger MH x Breeze. 2014 NAFC Tubb line breeding. This litter will have all the go you want. Due mid November. All Black. $1200. All health clearances done. 26 month health guarantee.