Francalia Retrievers

Francalia Retrievers Proper nutrition is the foundation for good health and longevity.
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Our pets require a diet rich in unadulterated enzymes, amino acids and other nutrients to achieve and maintain a healthy body and immune system. This diet is readily available in raw, whole food sources that closely resemble that which they would get in the wild. Along with good, wholesome nutrition, we assist you in choosing natural alternatives that are right for you and your pet.

We had another great weekend on Long Island at the LI Golden Retriever Club hunt test!💙Mac - NEW Junior Hunter title!💛Pr...
10/21/2024

We had another great weekend on Long Island at the LI Golden Retriever Club hunt test!

💙Mac - NEW Junior Hunter title!
💛Praise - NEW Senior Hunter title!
💚Bennie got another senior pass and
💚Graham earned his first junior pass!

Many thanks to the club members and judges who work tirelessly running these events. As always, my sincere gratitude to the owners who allow me the privilege of running their dogs. 🙏

Had to share these amazing photos of my beautiful Apple 🍎 and her handsome grandson, Snowy! Thank you Kathy Brooks for t...
09/24/2024

Had to share these amazing photos of my beautiful Apple 🍎 and her handsome grandson, Snowy!

Thank you Kathy Brooks for taking care of these two while the goldens and I have been out and about at hunt tests. It’s such a relief to know they’re loved, exercised and safe. 💝

As always, you take incredible photos!!😍

Wise words from one of our top raw food suppliers!  Also, one of the absolute best customer service companies in any ind...
08/13/2024

Wise words from one of our top raw food suppliers!

Also, one of the absolute best customer service companies in any industry. 🤎

Chew on this!

Raw meaty bones can be nature's toothbrush for dogs. They clean teeth, massage gums, and provide mental stimulation. Regular dental care can add years to your dog’s life.

Did you know that by age three, a majority of dogs show signs of dental disease? That's why maintaining your pup's oral health is crucial. Here's why raw meaty bones are a game-changer:
🐾 Natural plaque removal: Chewing scrapes away tartar buildup
🐾 Gum health: The gnawing action stimulates and strengthens gums
🐾 Fresh breath: Reduces bacteria that cause bad breath
🐾 Mental enrichment: Satisfies natural chewing instincts
🐾 Nutrient boost: Provides calcium and phosphorus for strong teeth.

Important safety tips:
1. Always supervise your dog when giving raw bones.
2. Choose size-appropriate bones to prevent choking.
3. Avoid weight-bearing bones from large animals, as they can damage teeth.
4. Remove the bone after about 10-15 minutes of chewing -

Remember, raw meaty bones are just one part of a complete dental care routine. Regular brushing, dental chews, and vet check-ups are also important.

Pro tip: Frozen raw bones can be extra soothing for teething puppies or on hot days!

What's your pup's favorite type of bone? Share your dental care routines in the comments below! 👇

📸 : Francalia Retrievers

Excellent perspective regarding the importance and power of foundation, fundamentals and working the dog in front of you...
08/02/2024

Excellent perspective regarding the importance and power of foundation, fundamentals and working the dog in front of you. This truly is gold for any training endeavor.

Trainers sometimes get frustrated when they don’t see the progress in their dog they expect or desire.
They often respond by pressing harder, hyper focusing on the specific area in which their dog is not advancing….the exact opposite of what many dogs need.

They have a vision of how they want their dog to develop; a preconceived timeline of what a dog should be doing and when. If these expectations aren’t met they mistakenly convince themselves if they could improve “X”
(ie a wider outrun, squarer flank, better pace, stronger shedder etc)
all the pieces would come together.

But the key to helping dogs realize their full potential isn’t found by achieving the perceived next step,
improving a single aspect, employing a more sophisticated technique or trying a new gimmick.
Rather it’s found in the standard, understanding and totality of all the bits of training that comprise “the body of work”.
More specifically, it’s dependent upon the quality of the fundamentals, coupled with the right mindset.

Foundational skills are paramount and there is no embarrassment in going back to improve them; once mastered, they provide the springboard for future breakthroughs.
Focusing on these and staying in one place a bit longer gives your dog a mental break. Moreover, you reap the benefits found in the power of habits.
The repetition and routine inherent to core fundamentals develop confidence and cultivate mental fortitude.

It is a better and much less detrimental approach than pushing a young dog too hard to take the next step if he’s not ready.
While some dogs learn very quickly others need time to plateau, get a bit more experience, confidence and maturity before they’re ready for the next step.
Dogs that are slower to develop are very different from precocious dogs when they are young, however, if nurtured correctly, the two dogs can appear indistinguishable as trained dogs.

Instant results or training epiphanies are not common and the majority of the time, sudden improvement is actually a reflection of the cumulative body of work. The little nudge from a different approach that achieves quick and marked progress, probably wouldn’t have had a fraction of the effect without the supporting body of work.

One of the best gifts you can give your dog is letting go of the expectations of what you want him to become, and accept him for who he is—
As you help him through what he finds difficult, keep in mind
every dog learns at a different speed, requiring it to take the time it takes, for your dog to understand and enjoy a new concept.
Being patient in your training empowers learning, fosters partnership and strengthens your bond.


New Junior Hunter title for Bennie!  Congratulations to owners Kerry and Sean Sweeney and many thanks for allowing me to...
07/07/2024

New Junior Hunter title for Bennie!

Congratulations to owners Kerry and Sean Sweeney and many thanks for allowing me to run this gorgeous and talented boy. 💚

Francalia’s Benelli Blue JH
https://www.k9data.com/pedigree.asp?ID=1349292

New Junior Hunter title for Praiseand a Senior Hunter pass for Boomer!Many thanks to the hard working folks from Souther...
07/01/2024

New Junior Hunter title for Praise
and a Senior Hunter pass for Boomer!

Many thanks to the hard working folks from Southern Berkshire Golden Retriever Club.

Words of wisdom 🐾
03/14/2024

Words of wisdom 🐾

Recently, I heard a trainer say, “My dog just doesn’t get it, he can’t learn”
This statement is much more reflective of the handler than the dog.

Sometimes people get caught up in their own expectations, so much so, they put their desire of how they want their dog to work ahead of how that individual dog needs to work.
Handlers that blame their dogs are often seeking comfort for themselves, because their teaching is struggling.

Many times they are one dimensional in their approach. Rather than teach and encourage based on their dogs development, they focus on their preconceived path to success, which may include a lot of corrections and sometimes bullying.
The handler believes ‘my dog can’t learn X” (ie inside flanks, driving, shedding etc. ), when actually it’s the way it’s been taught that is the problem.
The issue may include the set up, the pressure, your foundation training, his confidence (in himself or you) or your mindset.
If you approach a new concept by making it difficult (even inadvertently), have expectations of how quickly your dog should learn, how proficient he should be or if you try to force behavior, it could be that you are creating the stress that your dog then associates with a specific task.
Just like people, dogs can get bored when you do the same thing too often, frustrated when the handler is too inconsistent or disheartened when it’s too arduous or too often being told ‘you’re wrong’.

When things aren’t going well you need to either have the knowledge to change your approach, or ask for help.
To be a good teacher you have to leave behind agendas and ego.
When I understood it was my responsibility to honestly assess my dog and tailor my training to best help him, instead of expecting him to figure it out, it was a game changer.
Training your dog may lead to blaming your dog.
Training yourself, leads to partnership.
macraeway.com

02/11/2024

Love this 💞

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01/23/2024

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Everyone wants success with their dog but sometimes handlers make the mistake of focusing on the results they want, instead of the effort it takes to produce them.

Many want quick fixes; they don’t want to hear that it takes years of study and dedication to be successful.
Todays society is fast, we have instant access to so many things (including posts on social media)
But dogs don’t care about technology, culture, agendas, ego or your expectations; if you’re not humble, your dog will likely do that for you.

Receiving good information is a must, a coach can be invaluable, but you have to do the work and make a lot of mistakes before success.
There are no great results without effort and training at times can be hard. It can test your patience, intention, commitment, discipline and self awareness.
But the amazing thing is, no matter how much you ultimately accomplish, putting great effort into developing your partnership with your dog can result in immeasurable reward, including one of the most profound bonds in your life.
macraeway.com


We had a spectacular time at our final 2023 event at Green Mountain Shooting Preserve this past weekend!   Thank you to ...
12/19/2023

We had a spectacular time at our final 2023 event at Green Mountain Shooting Preserve this past weekend! Thank you to owner David Bardzik and the entire staff for your hard work hosting these events, plus providing top-notch, full course meals afterwards! Thank you also to the folks on the course who give our dogs the opportunity to do what they love!

We were able to introduce some new people and their young dogs to the sport this year, which made for fun, memorable times and lots of happy dogs and happy people!

10/05/2023
New CCA title!!  Congratulations to Abbey and owner/handler/trainer  Blanche Wisniewski!  So proud of all you’ve accompl...
09/04/2023

New CCA title!! Congratulations to Abbey and owner/handler/trainer Blanche Wisniewski! So proud of all you’ve accomplished together! You’re a remarkable team! 💞

Abbey is from our Rhys x Solar litter.

Francalia’s Here Comes The Sun SH WCX AX AXJ OF CCA

Delilah (Ben x Solar) earned a United States Canine Scent Sports "Detection Dog Classic Novice" title for successfully c...
09/01/2023

Delilah (Ben x Solar) earned a United States Canine Scent Sports "Detection Dog Classic Novice" title for successfully completing every element in one day (interior, container, exterior, and vehicle). She earned second place in the container and vehicle searches. 👏👏👏
In the words of her owner/handler Peter & Jessica Hasapis, she is “disarmingly cute, ain’t she”? 🎉💜

Congratulations!! We’re so proud of your accomplishment!

Waylon (Tucker x Apple 3.0) earned his SRS title!  Congratulations to owner/handler Ernie D'Antoni!
09/01/2023

Waylon (Tucker x Apple 3.0) earned his SRS title! Congratulations to owner/handler Ernie D'Antoni!

Look who earned their SRS title this weekend!!!
SRSAC Waylon, Ransom’s Rambling Man QAA, handled by Ernie D’Antoni. 🙌🙌Congratulations!!



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Top Dog Food & Supply makes it so easy to feed your pets raw with top notch products and extensive delivery locations.  ...
08/27/2023

Top Dog Food & Supply makes it so easy to feed your pets raw with top notch products and extensive delivery locations. Their customer service is one of the best in any industry - knowledgable, prompt, courteous and professional! They’ve helped so many of my puppy owners who are new to feeding raw.

Thank you 🔝🐶 for this great spotlight and for all you do for the raw feeding community!

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