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Bringing you your next working partner and family member, Cory Code Retrievers strives to produce a Labrador that can do it all.

07/06/2024

What's better than puppy updates?! When we get to puppy-sit! Ruby came to hang for a couple days and what a doll she's become! 🥰 She's absolutely perfect in every way.

Ruby was previously known as Dinah from our Superhero Litter 🩷

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July from the Cory Code Crew!

05/26/2024

Momma Cascade says to get outside, go on an adventure and never ever miss an opportunity to play in water! 🌊

Happy Memorial Weekend 🇺🇸

05/18/2024

Weekend adventures downtown 🐾

05/17/2024

Long legs, big paws and an even bigger heart 💖🐾

05/16/2024

I was hesitant to share this video as I'm 30 weeks pregnant and feel like a whale but I'm just too proud to hold back! As you know, Max is training to be a service dog for his new owner. One of the most important things he must learn is how to read his handler's body language so he can maintain his position in heel. Walking through isles, navigating through crowds and moving through tight public spaces requires a dog that is well aware of his own physical space and can match how and where his handler is moving. Teaching rear end awareness can be quite the challenge but that's exactly why I enjoy teaching it from the very start!

So, here he is! Marvelous Max at 17 weeks old showing off his newly mastered trick; backing up in heel position.

Notice how I am using the isle to help him learn how to back up straight. If he goes crooked, he bumps into me or into the shelf causing him to self correct where is back legs are going. As his training continues, we'll work away from using a wall or physical barrier so he learns how to back up anywhere in a straight line. Also notice that he is backing up without a verbal cue, without leash pressure, without a food lure... He is simply backing up when I begin to back up! What a smart cookie 🍪 I love his little tail wag at the end!

05/11/2024

Happy Mother's Day weekend! 💐 Momma Cass got to spend some time with her one and only daughter last week. She really did hit copy and paste and when she had Ruby!

Ruby was Dinah from our Superhero Litter. We think her new name fits her perfectly as she's just a little gem. ✨ Check the comments for a picture of Cascade at this age!

05/10/2024

Eye whiskers on fleek! 🤣 Daddy Trek had the same curly whiskers as a pup.

Featuring Max at 17 weeks old 💙

04/22/2024

Following up from our post on Friday... Cascade had a fabulous weekend in the rally ring! On Saturday she scored a 98/100, earning second place and her second leg. 🥈 Then on Sunday she scored a 90/100 earning her URO3 title! ⭐ And, just for the cherry on top of a great weekend, we received her AKC Trick Dog Novice title in the mail today! 🍒

Wright's Waterfalls 'n Wildflowers CA CGC TKN UCD URO3

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04/19/2024

What a great start to a fun weekend!! Cascade completed her first obedience title earning her UCD with a score of 184 out of 200! After that, she qualified for her first leg towards her Rally level 3 title with a score of 98 out of 100! Not too shabby for just whelping a litter 14 weeks ago. ⭐ I'm beyond smitten with how she was ready to shine at my side, tail waggin' and all! We celebrated with as many frisbee throws as she could possibly chase and nice little hike afterwards. 🐾

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04/18/2024

Here's your first "pupdate" on Max! He'll be visiting us off and on for the next year as we help train him to become a service dog for his new owner. Momma Cass has enjoyed showing him the ropes to proper public behavior and how to take on new challenges with stride.

As breeders, we are beyond proud of our first litter and their new owners. If you've been following along to our Superhero Saga, Max isn't the only one who went into service work! A couple pups went off to become pheasant hunters whereas others have goals for therapy work. And let's not forget the two who went off to be fantastic family members; that in itself is the most important role a Labrador can play. Our goal from the very beginning was to produce healthy, well-tempered and versatile Labradors that would be ready for any adventure thrown their way and I think we've nailed it 😉

04/13/2024

Max has some big paws to fill! Stay tuned for pupdates... 🐾

*Max was previously known as Ray (The Atom) from our Superhero Litter. 💙

03/31/2024

I'm fast like Flash, I'm pretty sure I can fly AND I can hop around like a bunny! - Jay 🐰🧡 Happy Easter!

03/31/2024

Happy Easter everyone! 🐰 Jay is the last puppy left in our home and we just didn't have the heart to leave him behind as we went to our family brunch... So, Jay got to spend his first Easter with his "cousin" Chloe, Daisy the Dane and Uncle Velcro! And yes, Velcro is actually his uncle (half uncle to be exact)!!

03/28/2024

🤔 What would you even call this? Prism pups?! Angle of cuteness?! Puppy triangle?! 🤣 Silly boys...

03/26/2024

And then there were three.

03/25/2024

We can't end the night without one, very important, final post...

🎂 Happy 4th birthday to our sweet Momma Cass! Here's to the girl who can do it all; steal your heart, retrieve anything you ask, shine in the performance ring and raise some amazing pups! 🩵 I always tease that she couldn't do something wrong even if she tried. Cascade is the definition of a good dog and we're so lucky to be owned by her. She's truly a one in a million kind of dog 💖

03/25/2024

⭐ Crates + Delicious Chewy = Quiet & Content Pups!

The Fab Four each enjoyed a stuffed and frozen hoof as they hung out in their crates after bath time tonight. We're determined to make the crate a great place to be... One hoof at a time 🐮

03/24/2024

I've been wanting to share some dewclaw information on here for awhile now, especially since I chose *not* to remove the dewclaws off our litter. In all honesty, I wish all my dogs still had their declaws but only our rescue-mutts are lucky enough to have their fifth digit. From hunting, high impact sports to just a good game of frisbee, our adult Labradors could highly benefit from the extra stability a dewclaw gives.

Anyway, here's a little blurb I found to share. I hope you learn to appreciate that extra digit as much as I have!

**The Function of Dewclaws 101**
Front dewclaws are typically removed by some at 3-5 days of age, because they are believed to be a non-functional digit that poses an unnecessary risk for being injured.

In standing, the front dewclaw may not appear to be functional because it doesn't come in contact with the ground. However, observing the dewclaw when the dog is in motion tells a different story. Five tendons attach to the dewclaw and play an important role when the dog is in motion. For example:
1. When a dog’s lead leg is on the ground during the gallop or canter, the dewclaw is on the ground to stabilize the carpus
2. When a dog turns, the dewclaw digs into the ground to support the structures of the limb and prevent torque

If a dog does not have dewclaws, there is a higher potential for the carpal ligaments to stretch and tear which could result in laxity and arthritis over time (OUCH!). This can then result in more stress being generated through the dog's carpus, elbow, shoulder, and spine as it tries to compensate for the lack of digit.

On the other hand, the rear dewclaws do not have associated tendons and are considered non-functional (though they may be required for some breed standards to be present).

Here are some great articles:
https://showsightmagazine.com/dog-dewclaws/?fbclid=IwAR2a1qr2ZFgAukBi1zSxgsMQMXix0aEMzIvaxVthQsFbyR_yj00tyeun15Q&mibextid=NOb6eG

https://www.mcrehabilitation.com/blog/the-function-of-dewclaws-101?fbclid=IwAR0ThSkZvoLgFlg6WW9K7oX32HKbn-XcUDWM027nbyDM05fDai4C-qd0yrQ&mibextid=NOb6eG

And here are some cool videos showing the declaws in action:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp2xHj_NJn4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4XflsMEk-k

03/23/2024

Cascade would like to wish all of her puppies and their new owners a fabulous National Puppy Day! She got to spend the day back in the obedience ring preparing for her next trial in April; a debut after whelping and raising eight wonderful pups!

03/22/2024

"Did someone say snacks?!" - Jay

03/21/2024

We are still taking applications for Jefferson (Black Lightning) and Jay (The Flash)! Jefferson is his momma's little twin; focused, stoic and ready to learn something new. Jay is his daddy's little twin... A roly poly, goofy boy that will do anything for food. These superheroes turn 10 weeks old tomorrow and are ready to leave "Headquarters." 😉 Message us for more information!

They are chipped, vaccinated and dewormed. They have been raised in our home with the Puppy Culture method to hopefully start them off on the right paw. Parents have been certified clear on all Labrador genetic diseases and have been scored through the OFA for their hips (good) and elbows (normal). All pups will come with a 26 month health guarantee, AKC paperwork and a lifetime of support from us, their breeder.

03/21/2024

Friends come in all shapes, colors and SIZES!

From Chloe the Chihuahua mix to Daisy the Dane, we thought the Superheroes had seen it all... Until they met Floki, the English Mastiff, last night! 😮 The 3 yellow boys were a little overwhelmed but with time and Floki's gentle presence, they warmed up to their new found friend. Jefferson, on the other hand, was the most fascinated and the first to befriend the giant! Thinking back to when they met Daisy, Jefferson was also the first to befriend her while his littermates watched from a distance.

03/20/2024

Happy first day of Spring! 🌼 The Fab Four enjoyed an evening playing in the backyard as we put up a fence around our garden area... I'm sure you can't guess why we had to do that! 🙈 But puppies will be puppies and sometimes management is the best option. A new fence means no digging and chewing of the plants sprouting up. 🌱

03/18/2024

Crate games after dinner? Don't mind if we do!
From left to right: Jefferson, Clark, Jay and Ray

Don't know what crate games are? Check out:
https://susangarrettdogagility.com/2009/02/crate-games-it-is-not-just-for-breakfast-anymore/

03/18/2024

Jay and Jefferson look like little puzzle pieces as they snuggle together in a crate. 🧩 Comfy puppies, that's for sure! 🧡💛

03/17/2024

Hard to believe but Jefferson (Black Lightning) and Jay (The Flash, pictured) are still looking for their forever homes. These superheroes are ready for their mission so message us today for more information.

The pups just turned 9 weeks old and are ready to leave "Headquarters!" 😉 They are chipped, vaccinated and dewormed. They have been raised in our home with the Puppy Culture method to hopefully start them off on the right paw. Parents have been certified clear on all Labrador genetic diseases and have been scored through the OFA for their hips (good) and elbows (normal). All pups will come with a 26 month health guarantee, AKC paperwork and a lifetime of support from us, their breeder.

03/17/2024

🖤 Jefferson, our little Black Lightning ⚡

03/17/2024

The Superheroes turned 9 weeks old yesterday! 🥳 We celebrated with some new canine friends and a little introduction to swimming! Well, more like romping through a kiddie pool of water... But still, it was quite the party.

Tomorrow, the Fab Five turns into the Fab Four as Arthur leaves for his important mission; to become a service dog for a young boy. We're so excited and proud for him to leave headquarters and begin his amazing journey.

From left to right: Jefferson, Jay, Clark, Arthur and Ray

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I was hesitant to share this video as I'm 30 weeks pregnant and feel like a whale but I'm just too proud to hold back! As you know, Max is training to be a service dog for his new owner. One of the most important things he must learn is how to read his handler's body language so he can maintain his position in heel. Walking through isles, navigating through crowds and moving through tight public spaces requires a dog that is well aware of his own physical space and can match how and where his handler is moving. Teaching rear end awareness can be quite the challenge but that's exactly why I enjoy teaching it from the very start! So, here he is! Marvelous Max at 17 weeks old showing off his newly mastered trick; backing up in heel position. Notice how I am using the isle to help him learn how to back up straight. If he goes crooked, he bumps into me or into the shelf causing him to self correct where is back legs are going. As his training continues, we'll work away from using a wall or physical barrier so he learns how to back up anywhere in a straight line. Also notice that he is backing up without a verbal cue, without leash pressure, without a food lure... He is simply backing up when I begin to back up! What a smart cookie 🍪 I love his little tail wag at the end! #corycoderetrievers #positivedogtraining #shapingbehaviors #servicedogintraining #labradorretriever #smartcookie #willworkforcookies

The superheroes turn 6 weeks old in the wee hours of the night. I suspect they know because look at these party animals!! It's almost 9pm and they are little manics celebrating away! 🥳 🤣 Time flies when you're having fun. I honestly cannot believe they will be 6 weeks old tomorrow. 🥺

Brave puppies! Brought them in from their outdoor adventures to a clean pen and new toys on their puppy play gym (the PVC apparatus)... They loved it, especially when I shook it to make a bunch of noise! 📸 Outdoor photos coming soon!!