Johnson Creek Kennels

11/14/2023

SECRET SANTA DOG TOY EXCHANGE!!!!

This is super easy and so fun!!
I’m giving this a try as I think it can be fun. Worst case is I’m making a dog happy by sending them a toy - what can be better than that? No pressure to participate, I tagged a few dog people, sorry if I missed anyone! All are welcome to join!
This should be fun! I’m looking for dog owners interested in a holiday gift exchange. Doesn’t matter where you live in the U.S. - you are welcome to join! You have to buy one gift valued at least $10 and send it to your secret dog. (Hello Amazon and Chewy). Your dog will receive 6-36 gifts in return. And the great thing is you can keep them or donate them! A present will brighten their day (and the owners too). We could all use some happy mail
Let me know if you are interested and I will send you information about your dog.
Just comment I’m in!

10/11/2023

Mama Cheyenne with Dale! Can't wait to see her puppies next month! I still have spots available for reservations! Message me to get on the list for a puppy!!!

09/24/2023

Opening a puppy class play date!!! October 1st and 2nd!! Training tips and tricks will be available also! 20 dollars each puppy! Message for more information! Ages for each event will be announced!

09/16/2023

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 reputable 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 $4500 and up)and a male(average cost $4500 and up) or semen (average $2000-$2500 and up). You will need to do genetic & health testing on them, averages about $500+ 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 10 weeks to help with delivery and care. ( a million loads of laundry) Another 4 plus weeks to monitor mom and puppies.

POTENTIAL OWNER: Fourteen 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 ) & C-section($1000-$5000) 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 from another breeder*

09/16/2023

You wanna FaceTime to see the babies? Cool

You wanna see a copy of the parents health tests? Bet

You want to see their peds on FaceTime? Gotchu

You want to reach out to the breeders I got my dogs from to make sure I’m legit? Go right ahead.

You want to come see them in person? No problem.

You want references from past clients? Already got them on standby

So many scammers out here! BUT IM NOT ONE OF THEM ‼️‼️

If I ask for a deposit, it’s to secure your puppy, not bcuz I’m trynna get over on you.
If the pups are of age to leave, then pay in full! That’s fine!

09/13/2023

We have an adorable surprise! Will post tomorrow!

09/11/2023

WE'LL NEVER REPEAT IT ENOUGH... 🐾

• If you want a dog that isn’t overly athletic, don’t get an Australian Shepherd.
• If you want a dog that doesn’t dig holes in the garden, you don’t get a Jack Russell.
• If you want a non vocal dog, you don't get a Beagle.
• If you want a dog that tolerates all his peers, you don't get a Staffie.
• If you want a dog that is content with a daily walk, you don't get a Malinois.
• If you want a dog that tolerates the hustle and bustle of the city, you don't get a Border Collie.
• If you want a dog that listens and engages with you off leash don’t get a dachshund
• If you don’t want to have to brush your dog a lot, don’t get a Golden.
• If you want a dog that doesn’t retrieve everything, you don’t get a Labrador.
• If you want a dog that accepts everything and everyone, don't get a Cane Corso.

A breed is not just a physics. They must be carefully chosen to match our lifestyle.
If you want only the bright side of a breed without accepting its behavioral specifics, if you think that the education given will sweep away centuries of selection based on specific usage, then you can only bet on the chance of an exception.
And this is the bet that leads many dogs to abandonment on a regular basis.
What if we want a companion who looks at us with adoration without making the effort to meet the inherent needs of his species... so we don’t get dogs at all.
Let's be serious, and choose the breed that is right for us, but especially the breed that we are right for.
Copy of Christophe Gallet

09/04/2023

The John Creek Kennel crew!!

09/04/2023

Cheyenne aka mittens buckle bunny @ JCK

09/04/2023

Buck! Aka mittens 10 pointer

09/03/2023

08/28/2023

Female Aussie
Born 6/01/2023
UTD on all shots
Located in Smith county
Potty trained and kennel trained pm me if interested!

08/28/2023

Meet buck!!! Mittens 10 pointer @ JCK! The last three are him now! Just turned a year old 8/19!

08/27/2023

Meet Cheyenne!!! Mittens buckle bunny @ JCK!!!

08/27/2023

The new face of JCK!!!! Beth aka mittens cowboy killer @ JCK!!!!

07/30/2023

Our beautiful board to train pup Sandy! She is enjoying the water hose and just got done swimming! She goes home Tuesday!

06/20/2023

Classes open for Mondays Thursday and Fridays and Saturday afternoons!

06/20/2023

Happy Tuesday everyone! Thinking of doing a raffle for a puppy pack! Who would be interested? The puppy pack will include puppy classes and puppy must haves!