MaCree Rottweilers

04/21/2024

Very proud of Maximus (Rottweiler on the left) and his owners who finished Top of the Advanced Intermediate class at TOPS Kennel, Grayslake!
This photo is a perfect example of well trained dogs!
Congratulations to Max, Greg and Cassie! They have worked hard!

04/12/2024

God speed Dax. You were always a special K9. Your K9 family in blue will take it from here

Lake County Sheriff's Canine Dax has died just two days after a retirement ceremony was held following his career-ending injury, officials announced.

04/09/2024

Siblings These two just love each other. Axl with his older sister Neala

03/28/2024

The purchase of a well bred purebred did not sentence another dog to death.
The purchase of a well bred purebred did not cause an increase in the number of dogs in shelter.
Someone wanting a dog with a predictable temperament from healthy lineage did not cause another dog to not get adopted.
Someone's meticulous research and support of only the most responsible of breeders is not the problem. It is not what you should be mad at. It is not what you should be pushing the blame onto.
I am not the one who brought these dogs into the world irresponsibly and left them in a shelter. Responsible breeders are not the ones who put dogs into shelters either.
It is my home, my life, and my choice of what kind of dog to bring into it. Maybe I needed a working dog, a sport dog, or simply a companion puppy to raise of a breed I enjoy. No matter the reason, the choice to support a reputable breeder did not send a shelter dog to its death.
A breeder who health tests, temperament tests, studies pedigrees, proves a dog worthy of being bred, and only breeds when doing so is of benefit to the breed is not contributing to the number of homeless dogs.
The number of homeless dogs in the world is a problem, but it is not a problem exacerbated by reputable breeders and those who purchase from them.
Your neighbor down the street who refuses to contain his unaltered dogs IS contributing to the problem.
Your friend who impulse bought a dog at Pet Land IS contributing to the problem.
That guy on Craigslist pumping out the trendiest designer mix as fast as he can IS contributing to the problem.
Your relative who just HAS to let their dog have one litter “so she can experience motherhood” or because “she’s just so sweet” IS contributing to the problem.
Your old high school classmate who bought a high energy working breed without taking the time to research its needs and realize it was not a good fit for their household ahead of time IS contributing to the problem.
A reputable breeder offers their lifelong support. A reputable breeder would never allow their dogs to end up in a shelter to begin with. A reputable breeder makes it a contractual obligation to return dogs they have produced back to them should you find yourself unable of keeping it.
It is understandable to be angry about the number of homeless dogs in the world, but if you take a deeper look, you will find your anger is misplaced.
If you take a deeper look, you will find reputable breeders and those of us who purchase from them are just as angry, we are just pointing fingers at the right causes.

In conclusion, Blaming responsible breeders for shelter dogs is like blaming Harvard graduates for crack babies.
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03/23/2024

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03/15/2024

03/15/2024

I know Crufts is a big deal in the UK but some of these dogs are just not what I would have thought would have won “best of breed”. Surely not in the US at the big shows anyway.
( And a few were just not in control).

Working Group Judging from Crufts 2024. Subscribe to Crufts: http://bit.ly/CruftsSub -------------------------------------------------------- WATCH MORE C...

03/08/2024

Send “Get Well” cards to Dax!

Lake County Sheriff’s Office, 25 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Waukegan, IL, 60085, ATTN: Deputy John Forlenza.

The Lake County sheriff's office’s police dog Dax is now home after suffering an injury while he and his handler, Deputy John Forlenza, tracked a fleeing suspect on Sunday, officials said in a Faceb...

03/08/2024

Many dogs have bad reactions to the adjustable or spot treatments for fleas, mosquitoes, ticks, etc.
Using natural citronella, oil or cedarwood oil is best. Using a spray bottle and adding a few drops of either of the oils, add water, shake vigorously, and spray on the dog.
Only use high-end oil that are pure. I only use doTERRA myself. If you need to know where to get Dara, please let me know and I will set you up!

Natural flea repellant for dogs and cats is an effective way to keep your furry friends happy and healthy. To start, regular grooming can help reduce the

02/24/2024

This is a reminder to myself, to disagree better. Fantastic audio interview, for everyone.
George W. Bush Presidential Center

02/24/2024

Ever hear this myth?
In reality, every new submission is first evaluated by one of our in house radiologists to ensure the image is of minimal diagnostic quality and to provide an initial grade. The case is then randomly assigned for additional readings from our consulting group of board certified veterinary radiologists. When complete, the independent evaluations are pooled to develop a final consensus grade.

02/21/2024

Today was the Illinois "Governor's" budget proposal speech.

1. This is the largest budget proposal in state history.
2. The Governor’s total FY25 proposed budget which is a $2.29 billion increase compared to the FY24 enacted budget – a 4.5% increase.
3. The Governor’s FY25 revenue estimate includes over $1 billion in additional revenue from statutory changes that are not yet in effect. (AKA NEW TAXES and FEES)
4. Illinois will have a $775 million cash shortage for FY25 based on existing taxes, fees, etc......and the Governor continues to cash checks there is no money for.
5. The budget gives better healthcare benefits for non-citizens but continues to reduce the care benefits for intellectually disabled.
4. Governor proposed over $1 billion in new taxes in an attempt to sustain his uncontrollable spending.
5. Instead of proposing any cuts to address the upcoming deficit, the Governor is requiring the taxpayers to again foot the bill in order to give things to his friends.

We, the people of this state should expect a balanced budget without tax hikes but with significant tax relief. Instead, we will be asked to pay $1 billion in new taxes.

If you do not vote in March for the primary to place good candidates on the general election ballot who will fight for us against a man who has never worked a real job in his life, you are just as responsible for the horrible condition this state is in.

Every time the guy opens his mouth to talk, I see my finances being drained a little more.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — The Department of Human Services is planning to make cuts to the amount of hours it covers for care of the developmentally disabled. Service providers across the…

01/31/2024

Valentine's Day means chocolate ❤🍫 here's why it's so important to make sure your dog(s) can't get to it - https://bit.ly/chocolate-is-not-for-dogs TOPS Kennel

01/29/2024

Alex, TOPS Kennel does it again!Pappy, Alex’s trick dog, breaks the Guinness World Records for walking upstairs on his hind legs in less than 6 seconds!
(I know a lot of people who do not move that fast!)
Congratulations Pappy and Alex!!!

In this video, you will see Pappy the amazing dog doing the unthinkable, unimaginable and for the first time, SMASHING WORLD RECORDS by the handful!Filmed on...

01/19/2024

It’s meeting season for coyotes!

A recent coyote attack on a dog in Arlington Heights prompted Arlington Heights police to issue a Facebook warning, and wildlife experts note that the animals could be particularly active in the comin...

01/12/2024

Great advice from Cesar Milan about a dog claiming the couch, the chair, the house.
A dog should be invited to be in your space, not invade it!

01/08/2024

Caoimhe enjoying a Sunday relaxing after her bath. She is such a pretty and sweet girl.

01/03/2024

The man handling this dog is the owner of “Rumor” who won Westminster 6 years ago. He has the most stunning dogs! Growing up with German Shepards , I have never lost my love for them.

01/02/2024

Where’s Caoimhe?
Somewhere she should not be!

01/01/2024

Good boy Dax!

An Island Lake man accused of beating and strangling a woman escaped custody while being taken into a hospital early Sunday but later was captured by Lake County Sheriff’s police dog Dax, authoritie...

12/27/2023

It is extraordinary that both the Deputy and K9 survived this Crash.

12/26/2023

I have said many times this would happen but the shelters said it wouldn’t. Their lack of vetting people AND dogs has caused the majority of the returns to shelters.
Let me be clear…. I don’t care if you adopt a stray or buy a purebred dog….animals are not disposable.
You aren’t allowed to have a dog for a couple of years or a few months and screw them all up and then return them because you broke them.
If the shelters did their job correctly, half of those people would’ve been vetted out and never received the dog. Remember, even if the dog is returned, they get another Adoption fee for it when it goes out the door.
If you’re getting a dog from the shelter and they can’t tell you anything about the dog other than what they have seen in the last 24 hours, then find another shelter. these shelters get the message that no one’s going to take dogs that they know should be vetted, them maybe they will learn to do it the right way.

It’s a thing that holiday movies are made of. The family comes down Christmas morning to find a snuggly little puppy or kitten under the tree, wearing a big red bow. Christmas, made! But those who r...

12/23/2023

12/23/2023

Unfortunately the “vet” killed the Des Moines Police K9. The K9
Suffered and I am sure the handler is devastated.
Always check the experience of a vet before they handle your dog.

standby for more info...devastating loss. Routine surgery to staple the stomach...it was found in the necropsy that they stapled it to his intestines. I absolutely cannot imagine this pain and anger!