The Dog Breeder Store

06/12/2024

Glycerin - this is an important ingredient in many dog treats/medicines that empowered pet parents should learn about. It is used in homeopathics sometimes to preserve and emulsify the tinctures when one prefers not to use alcohol.

But there are several kinds of glycerins - some are implicated in deaths and illnesses of dogs and some are perfectly fine.

Article on safety of glycerin for dogs - https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/red-flag-ingredients/is-glycerin-bad-for-dogs/

In 2012, some dog treats were implicated in numerous deaths and illnesses because they were made with a glycerin derived from a toxic plant called Jatropha. (You don't ever want this plant in a yard with animals. )

Jatropha plant - https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/shrubs/jatropha/

The recall - https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/chinese-dog-treats-update/

Our "friends" at Purina - look who "may be" involved.

https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/chicken-jerky-treats-suspects/

"...according to a recent article posted by msn.com, FDA documents obtained by the publisher suggest a possible link to three popular chicken jerky products and their big name producers:

Waggin’ Train Jerky Treats or Tenders (Nestle Purina)
Canyon Creek Ranch Jerky Treats or Tenders (Nestle Purina)
Milo’s Kitchen Home-Style Dog Treats (Del Monte Corp)

However, the FDA stated in its latest official bulletin:

“No specific products have been recalled because a definitive cause has not been determined”

But let's look at the misery it caused -

https://www.nbcnews.com/healthmain/3-big-brands-may-be-tied-chicken-jerky-illness-dogs-420251

And why is Purina sourcing food ingredients from China?

Safer glycerins - We sometimes use organic, food grade glycerin to preserve or emulsify homeopathic tinctures used for our own dogs. Those are made from vegetable oils such as palm, soy, and coconut oils. But be aware that even food grade glycerins can be made from waste cooking oil that is separated into biodiesel and glycerin. Yuck.

Alcohol preserves them better, but dogs really shouldn't have alcohol. I don't mind it in tiny amounts like you see in Bach flower essences or some commercial homeopathics. You have to make a personal decision about whether this is okay for your dogs.

Alternatives - sometimes you see coconut oil (MCT) used.

Is glycerin toxic or bad for dogs? Everything you need to know about glycerin in dog food and treats. By the Dog Food Advisor.

05/30/2024

You should take the time to watch this video made by a retired pediatrician on the financial aspects of over vaccinating. It was very eye opening for me.

05/18/2024

Customers of The Dog Breeder Store - I have a favor to ask.

We need reviews on TrustPilot discussing our store, the products we offer and our ability to help breeders who are in need. We have lots of great reviews inside the store, but nothing general out on the Internet.

It is unethical for me to offer something in return for a review, and I wouldn't do that anyway. Reviews need to be sincere and honest.

But if you would please help our small business to thrive by writing about your experience with us, I will be extremely grateful.

Your insights can help this company and all of your fellow shoppers.

05/13/2024

First time I've ever made a professional video in my robe!

You might find this potty system idea pretty cool.

* BIG DISCOUNT only when purchased through The Dog Breeder Store* Must use this link: https://bit.ly/BrilliantPadSelfCleaningPuppyPotty* No risk, 90-day mone...

05/11/2024

Breeders tip - Did you know that if you want to provoke natural oxytocin during whelping, you just remove all the nursing puppies for ten minutes and put them all back on at once... VOILA - she just got a shot of oxytocin!

Learn about the veterinary topic of Dystocia in Small Animals. Find specific details on this topic and related topics from the MSD Vet Manual.

03/27/2024

I use homeopathic medicine throughout pregnancy, labor and delivery, and lactation with my dogs. There aren't very many medicines that are safe in those situations, but homeopathics are. (I teach about this at holistic events and in my Gentry Boxers Natural Rearing Group if you want to know more.)

Ever wondered if homeopathics can safely pass through TSA screening? Do they need special storage to stay potent?

Here are some great tips to answer those questions.

https://homeopathicassociates.com/protecting-your-remedies-on-the-go/

This is our homeopathic whelping kit

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Homeopathic-Pregnancy-and-Whelping-Kit_p_201.html

This is our homeopathic pet kit

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Homeopathic-Pet-Kit_p_200.html

This is our general first aid homeopathic kit

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Homeopathic-Remedies-Kit--General-First-Aid_p_132.html

Conventional drugs have expiration dates and storage rules...So it should be no surprise that homeopathic remedies have storage and handling considerations

12/04/2023

Fading Puppy Syndrome

If you breed long enough, you will encounter Fading Puppy Syndrome. If you are armed with the information from my newest workshop, you should be able to prevent and save any faders.

Learn from a veteran breeder of 50+ years how to deal with fading puppy syndrome. If you breed long enough, you will encounter it. As long as it is not cau...

10/20/2023

What if?

What if you made a decision to constantly improve your breeding business? What if you had the courage to do it against all odds? What if NOW was the perfect time? Join me and 20+ experts in breeding, training and animals as we share our knowledge and expertise. You won’t want to miss this FREE event!



https://www.bigheartedbreeders.com/vandervoortvirtualbreedersummit/

10/20/2023

What if?

What if you made a decision to constantly improve your breeding business? What if you had the courage to do it against all odds? What if NOW was the perfect time? Join me and 20+ experts in breeding, training and animals as we share our knowledge and expertise.

You won’t want to miss this FREE event!

https://www.bigheartedbreeders.com/vandervoortvirtualbreedersummit/

10/17/2023

Want to know my secret to a clean, healthy whelping pen? It's BrilliantPad! Now through 10/30 you can save 50% off their Breeder Bundle. Click here to get yours today: https://bit.ly/3ZY8mf2

Clean your whelping box with the touch of a button. Use BrilliantPad with your next litter and save 10 hours a week keeping your whelping pen clean! GET 50% OFF Watch Paula from The Dog Breeder Channel go over the awesome features and benefits of BrilliantPad. Clean your whelping box with the touch....

10/11/2023

Avoid a trip to the emergency room with a stuck puppy!

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Stuck-Puppy-Kit_p_213.html

10/10/2023

I LOVE MY JOB!!

09/26/2023

We are using a self-cleaning potty system for our nursery at Gentry Boxers now. It's the bomb!

Here's information on our YouTube Channel about it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4U_cpW7g9Ho

Order for a 50% discount through September 30, 2023 today!
https://bit.ly/TDBSBrilliantPad

Save hours each week with our smart, self-cleaning dog potty in your whelping pen. Maintain a clean environment for your puppies. Facilitates potty training, and makes housebreaking puppy and transition to new home for puppies easier.

06/12/2023

THE LONG WAIT IS NEARLY OVER - NATURAL REARING by Dr. Jeannie Thomason VND - Will be available probably this week.
As many of you may know, Dr. Jeannie's book became unavailable after she passed. We tracked down her original publisher and after a very long wait, an order of 40 books is on its way to us!
Please put yourself on the WAIT LIST if you want her book. As soon as it is added to inventory, you will receive a notice so you can order.
Thank you for your patience as we have navigated this situation.

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Natural-Rearing--Breeding-and-Raising-Dogs-The-Way-Nature-Intended_p_171.html

05/26/2023

Learn more about how to recognize and treat Fading Puppy so you can be THAT BREEDER!!!

If you already are, I'm IN LOVE WITH YOU ALREADY!

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Fading-Puppy-Remedy-Liquid_p_146.html

05/24/2023

Drum roll please....

We just launched homeopathic nosodes and tautodes into The Dog Breeder Store! They come with excellent instructions. The sourcing is impeccable and lives up to our considerable safety and efficacy standards.

Nosodes and tautodes are available now.

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Homeopathic-Nosodes_p_331.html

BTW - I will be teaching about nosodes and tautodes in depth at the Young Living Animal Conference in September in Idaho, so plan to attend if you can. It's not being recorded, so you will want to be there in person to see the two farms and enjoy the incredible holistic education amongst the big conifer trees that Young Living organically farms for us!

Young Living Animal Conference September 15-16, 2023 at the Highland Flats Farm in Idaho! It is beginning to sell out, so please register if you want to attend.

https://www.yleolife.com/iawc23?fbclid=IwAR21wLUZvPH64AIb15e8BcXaUeXZV6hhdS-HqZa7UDgpdZyJLlIa9Ay7JTk

Homeopathic Nosodes-Nosodes for Dogs Nosodes for dogs are not a proven preventative or to be used as a proven treatment for these diseases.PLEASE READ

04/03/2023

UPDATED 5-24-23. WE ARE NOW BACK IN STOCK. THEY ALWAYS SELL IUT FAST SO PLEASE GET YOUR ORDERS IN NOW!

Tracheas - Grass Fed Beef-Grass-Fed Beef TracheaNothing says “I love you” like our all-natural dog chews! Our 100% natural beef trachea is a natural s

04/02/2023

I breed Boxers. In the US, they are required to have docked tails by breed standard.

I want to share the most humane way to do this at home in your nursery. Animal rights comments will be deleted. This is about education and I do not invite debates on tail docking. My Co owner and I have a show boxer in the ring right now with a natural tail in defiance of the standard. (Yes, I am THAT rebel!)

Decades ago, one of my mentors (the breeder of CH Duba Dae's Who's Your Daddy) sent me tiny bands and challenged me to find a way to get them on tails so as to be relatively painless. Knowing how traumatic shear docking and hemostat docking are, I worked at it. Ultimately, a banding kit came to market after I realized that there was nothing available to teach people what I had learned on my own.

And The Dog Breeder Store was then born ten years ago.

Once I banded, I never shear docked or hemostat docked again. IMHO, banding is the most humane way to dock. Farmers castrate this way also, as it is the most humane way to do a necessary procedure on the farm.

Some breeders wait up to five days of age to dock. After fifty years of experience as a breeder, I say not to do that. Do it as soon as they are born. Do not wait five days. The younger they are, the less they feel.

And consider using the trauma mitigation essential oil blend and wound blend sold with the Premium version of the kit. The typical wound care products such as neosporin are toxic for mama dog to ingest. Those included in the kit are medical grade, made for dogs, and are safe.

If you follow the aftercare instructions in the booklet that comes with it, you will get a beautiful show tail with fur over the end. No gnarly, nobby, bald tails.

Here is the video showing how to do it:

https://youtu.be/KbN3BIL3p9c?list=PL74CBC85C92DAA9E8

Here is the kit :

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Tail-Docking-Dewclaw-Removal-Kit_p_56.html

Thank you for reading and for respectful commenting.

Using a simple banding method, you can dock (or band) your puppies in your own nursery in front of the mom with little to no reaction. This Tail Docking and ...

10/13/2022

For those asking how I set up my amazing and clean potty area (only took 48+ years of trial and error lol), I made videos and will post them with links to everything when I can. I did put the 2 videos here. So you can see them here for now.

I'll get them together and put them on The Dog Breeder Channel with all the links and share it into the puppy album when I can get the time. It's a great setup and all 9 of my puppies are totally clean and potty trained now using just a 2x2 area! !

I'm super busy interviewing potential puppy homes and getting ready to leave on a long needed vacation to see the fall leaves turning colors on an Amtrak trip for my birthday next week, so time is short at the moment.

This is the raw footage for now.

UPDATE WITH LINKS:

This is the Rabbit tray I'm using:

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/dumor-24-in-rabbit-tray-2109v0008?cm_vc=-10005

This is the PetEdge grate I'm using:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001VPELK8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B001VPELK8&linkCode=as2&tag=thedogbreeder-20&linkId=d06723389a6fbd4e23a263cd1d4d004e #

https://www.petedge.com/ps-replacement-floor-grate-modular-cage

24"x24" unprinted paper - Home Depot

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Pratt-Retail-Specialties-24-in-x-24-in-Packing-Paper-70-Sheets-4004001/202029374

Lenny pads - I like XL and XXL sizes but a variety serves well:
https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Lenny-Pad-Washable-Pet-Pad_p_221.html

Roverpet whelping pen - completely modular, so let me help you configure it for your situation and as inexpensively as possible. You'll need the special gate I designed for them too for the potty area. (I also give discounts.) They can range from around $500+ up. It seems expensive but if you raise more than one litter, you will end up throwing out the lesser quality ones and eventually will want this anyway like I did. Great back support, completely modular and expandable. Add more panels as needed.

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Roverpet-Whelping-and-Play-Pen-for-small-to-large-dogs-2-tall-4X4_p_128.html

Cedar shavings - Tractor Supply
Don't get fine grade. Too dusty. Get shavings

09/16/2022

Premiering a new video on the best way to calm puppies in intensive care, going to new homes and when separated from mom or siblings.

https://youtu.be/2I7rpkEH12c

09/12/2022

Today I blew up my Gentry Boxers Nursery. I converted the shape and sizing of the nursery for their current growth. It will continue expanding because this is a big litter. This is what's so freaking amazing about the Roverpet system that I love and sell in The Dog Breeder Store.

Expansion is possible in every direction. Just add panels and or gates. Roverpet makes a special gate for breeders that I designed and have exclusive rights to sell, so let me put one together for you and quote it.

Plastic materials are hard to get right now, so plan early. Covid put a huge wrench in supply chain for these. Plan 2 months out at least. So get with me soon if you want a quote. You can get a basic setup for around $500-$1000, best investment you'll ever make in your breeding program. Great back support too. Easy to clean and breaks down for storage in 2 Sterlite boxes in my garage. Waaaay better than DuraWhelp, plastic baby fencing, or the plastic kiddie pools and x pens.











Look at Roverpet here but contact me for a custom configuration just for your space. I also give breeder discounts.

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Roverpet-Whelping-and-Play-Pen-for-small-to-large-dogs-2-tall-4X4_p_128.html

Puppies are available late October 2022

Inquiries welcome at www.gentryboxers.com

Thank you for watching our Natural Nine Litter of Boxers grow strong and healthy!

08/31/2022

I finally was able to update my tail docking/banding video after nearly 10 years of its first publication. What a difference a decade makes!

I love Jeff's editing. What do you think?

PS - Any negative comments regarding docking will be deleted. It's not up for discussion on this post please.

https://youtu.be/KbN3BIL3p9c

Using a simple banding method, you can dock (or band) your puppies in your own nursery in front of the mom with little to no reaction. This Tail Docking and ...

08/28/2022

Premie ni***es with Volufeed bottles are our favorite for newborns. Bottles fit right into a cup of hot water. No microwaving required.

Upgrade to Newborn Ni**le once you can safely feed with Premie ni**le. (no milk coming out nose).

Ni**les: https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Ni**les-for-Newborns_p_217.html

Volufeed bottles:
https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Best-Volumetric-Bottle-for-Newborns_p_216.html

08/19/2022

We just got a shipment of Snuggle Puppies for our breeding program in...

I'm absolutely IN LOVE! So I put them on sale for all of you!

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Snuggle-Puppy_p_314.html

Snuggle Puppy-ATTENTION ALL BREEDERS! - SNUGGLE PUPPY should be in every whelping/puppy kit! Use in your warming box, Intensive Care Unit or along wit

08/06/2022

For the FIRST TIME EVER!
The Dog Breeder Store is offering a unique brand of hand-crafted Geeky Dog items for the discerning dog owner. We started with the Glow in the Dark Star Wars Battle of Avin Collar!

How do you like it?

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/The-Geeky-Dog-Collars_p_309.html

The Geeky Dog Collars-Handcrafted Geek Inspired Accessories for you and your pet. The Dog Breeder Store has never offered collars before, but these ar

08/06/2022

Homeopathic all natural kennel cough kit now available from The Dog Breeder Store!

Our first run of ten kits is now available. Lots of dogs getting kennel cough, so get these while you can!

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Kennel-Cough-Support-Kit--Homeopathic_p_308.html

Kennel Cough Support Kit - Homeopathic-Homeopathic Kennel Cough Kit Kennel cough can be a breeder's worst nightmare, especially when it hits during pr

06/21/2022

If you haven't purchased one of Myra Savant Harris 's whelping rollups, you need to. This is absolutely stunning and made with such detail and love!

Thank you my dear friend and partner, Myra! Your wisdom and talents abound in every aspect of dog breeding.

It's so long that I had to photograph both ends separately. You'll be able to fit all your critical equipment for whelping in this convenient, handmade whelping roll up. Hemostats, delee catheters, stuck puppy equipment, Aloe Cadabra, docking and dewclaw removal kit, saline hydration, umbilical cord equipment, everything you need at the moment of delivery.

Be sure to order Myras set of 3 books too. Or her excellent seminar DVD. She's too humble to promote herself, so either go to her store or to mine to get equipment. Her whelping rollups are exclusive to her store.

www.myrasavantharris.com

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/

Thank you, Myra, for all you do for dog breeders!

Myra Savant-Harris is a dog breeder, Registered Nurse and author with many years experience working in labor & delivery and neonatal ICU.Along with her interest in genetic research and experience dog breeding, she brings a wealth of knowledge and techniques to help you in your breeding program.She a...

06/15/2022

Status of home dog pregnancy test and a promotion for our customers.

I ran a promotion/discount for our customers for our new home dog pregnancy test. It sold out in a few minutes, and the shipment I ordered for the back orders got stuck in Customs for 3 weeks. They just arrived, and if you ordered earlier, they have all shipped to you as of yesterday, June 14, 2022.

This pregnancy test sailed through our Beta testing with members of several repro groups and got great reviews. It doesn't require a blood draw, spin to serum, or a vet visit. You can run it any time after 28+ days post ovulation. All you do is prick the inside of the lip and get a drop of blood on a swab. It takes 10 minutes to find out if your girl is pregnant.

We developed PRO TIPS based on our own use and the Beta testers. Those are included in shipments from The Dog Breeder Store.

I've just opened up the promotion again, included a discount for our clients, and a free Tube Feeding Kit with every order (as long as we have supplies). All of our products have professional instructions for dog breeders included. (We don't just slap a product into a box and hope you know how to use it.)

Please use this code when checking out for the discount and FREE Tube Feeding Kit. "2022PREGNANCY". There are also additional discounts if you order more than 1, so it's a good idea to go in with fellow breeders and order in quantities. Shelf life is 18 months from date of production. The current batch is good through 9/2023. No refrigeration required.

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Dog-pregnancy-test_p_296.html

06/13/2022

Home dog pregnancy tests are FINALLY released from customs and are on the way!

We've extended the giveaway. Thank you all for waiting for customs to clear this shipment. Orders will hopefully begin shipping by the end of this week. Order now and receive a FREE Tube Feeding Kit with your pregnancy test.

The first of its kind. This test doesn't require a venous blood draw. Uses a quick drop of blood from the inner lip and takes 10 minutes to get results. We beta tested it with great results prior to agreeing to bring it here in quantities.

You're going to love being able to get an answer if your girl is pregnant after 28 days without a trip to the vet!

Get yours ordered now and receive a FREE Tube Feeding Kit with your pregnancy tests!

https://www.thedogbreederstore.com/Dog-pregnancy-test_p_296.html

Dog pregnancy test-HOME DOG PREGNANCY TESTFirst ever dog pregnancy rapid test for home use! DUE TO HIGH NUMBER OF ORDERS FOR THIS PROMOTION, WE SOLD O