Foskey’s Family Shepherds

10/12/2023

10/06/2023

We had some of our adorable babies that are available out today on display for the 2023 Bonifay Rodeo!

10/06/2023

Maggie and Sergeant pups turn six weeks of age, they are completely weaned from momma and eating solid food. They will receive another three day treatment for parasite prevention and their six weeks puppy shots.Below are updated weights of the most precious pups.Message us for details and please share, share, so we can find theses pups wonderful family homes. We have six pups available

Red Female-8.12lbs (Reserved)
Lime Female-9.0lbs(Available)
Brown Male-9.2lbs (Available)
Yellow Female-6.10lbs (Available)
Blue Male-6.2lbs (Available)
Green Male-6.12lbs (Available)
Tan Female-7.10lbs (Available)

10/06/2023

CONGRATULATIONS to one of our favorite teams! Congrats Rayna Thornton and Kobra Kai (of Lena and Red Barron ) on your PSA1! All of your hard work has paid off and you two are absolutely amazing!

09/23/2023

Happy Saturday everyone!! Pups playing today!!!

09/21/2023

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09/16/2023

People who own this dog breed establish a strong connection with their dogs. Learn 10 things that only German Shepherd owners will understand here. 👇🤭🐾

People who own this dog breed establish a strong connection with their dogs. Learn 10 things that only German Shepherd dog owners will understand here.

09/15/2023

Before welcoming a German shepherd puppy into your home there are some important facts you need to know. 🐾

German shepherd puppies are cute and cuddly and tempting to take home on impulse but are they the right breed for you? Learn more about these dogs here.

09/15/2023

I really don't need an article to explain this to me...it can be summed up in just 2 words. 🤣 But for people who don't get it, this may be helpful. Happy Friday!!!

If we form some of our closest bonds with other human beings, why is it that we care about some animals more than some people?The loss of a pet can leave a huge hole in our heart and cause true grief that is just as real as losing a close family member or friend. Often people will express the love o...

09/15/2023

FOCUSING ON PUPPIES AND BONE GROWTH:

Today we bring you the explanation of why we shouldn't perform intense physical exercise with puppies until 18 months and even up to 24 months of age.
Puppy growth rates vary greatly by size. It's important to adapt diet and exercise to your puppies' specific requirements to ensure ideal skeletal development. Endocondral ossification (the process during which cartilage turns into bone) differs according to the adult size of your puppy, with closed growth plates (complete ossification has occurred) between 3 months in toy breeds and 24 months in large breeds (see photos).
There are many factors affecting growth rate and maturity age. For example, males mature more slowly than females. There are variations in periods of 'fast growth' ranging from birth to 11 weeks in small dogs and toys. Large breeds range from birth to 20 weeks (Hawthorne et al 2004). Excessive exercise and inadequate nutrition during these periods can lead to conformation and malformation of bones, which can lead to osteoarthritis development and degenerative joint disease.
Recommended exercise levels for puppies are 1 minute for each week of their life, twice a day. This should be LOW IMPACT at a steady pace. Puppies shouldn’t be fetching at high speeds, or jumping on/off furniture or in/out of vehicles.
If your goal is to train to compete for flyball or agility (for example), it is recommended to AVOID any jump training until full ossification has occurred.
This is why breeders tell new owners to not to rush certain physical activities with your pups. Instead, focus working on other things with them. Work their minds, smell, desensitizing, and socialization, etc.
After going through the development months and developing the corresponding plates, consult your veterinarian to determine if your dog is 100% ready for sport.

09/13/2023

Today we ordered Uhtred’s embark testing. Embark tests for 250+ genetic health risks, Every single dog tested with Embark gets its coefficient of inbreeding (COI) measured. Only Embark offers breeders the expected COI in a litter from two potential mates in our database. Embark can tell you a dog's breed ancestry on both the sire’s and dam’s sides going back three generations. Knowing a dog's eventual traits — such as size, coat color, texture, and shedding — can help breeders and puppy buyers make informed decisions. Embark's test results are accepted by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for all conditions where OFA has an established DNA registry, as well as the UK Kennel Club and many other international organizations. We are very excited!