R & R Farm Labrador Retrievers

07/03/2024

Some Labrador Retriever history today ... a conformation CH from the 30's, English breeding

06/29/2024

Grace, Duke, Greta and Suse went to a UKC show ... and this happened ... Grace three Best of Breed, one Reserver; poor girl was in heat so she could not compete in Rally; Greta one Best of Breed, three Reserve; G Greta 8 x 8 in Nosework with three High in Trial, the rest seconds, and her overall Novice Nosework title, She qualified for Total Dog. Duke 4 x 4, two high in trial, one second. Suse recovered from all of the fun about Tuesday of the next week. They are fun to show, and fun to spend any day with. That's the important part. Just love my pals.

06/29/2024

I recently received this message from one of the nation's foremost Labrador breeders. Rye was one of his puppies...

"Rye is a Turner-Edward daughter; she is owned and loved by Anne Griffiths of Chagrin Falls. When Anne was preparing for Rye’s arrival, we discussed spaying options at great length. Anne wisely chose the ovarian spare spay procedure that may be performed after a female dog’s first complete heat cycle.

The procedure allows for retention of at least one o***y so that the dog has the benefit of her hormones. Both male and female reproductive hormones confer a variety of health benefits well beyond reproduction. What exactly they are has not been adequately explained to the general public. For instance, early sterilization can give rise to significant orthopedic problems. Canine reproductive hormones are also the first line of defense against an estimated 50 different types of cancer. And finally, hormone retention increases the possibility of extended longevity.

Today we are losing dogs earlier in life to cancer. Again it has been established that neutering and spaying can cause or contribute to the disease’s onset. Still veterinarians encourage traditional neutering and spaying; many do not explain the long-term downside of the procedure unless specifically asked.

Hopefully, there is no reason to neuter a male Labrador Retriever. Keeping the male Labrador intact is a lifeline. The relevant consideration is how responsible are the people that own the dog? I note that folks that acquire puppies from me are highly responsible. Their dogs are not left to wander. And they appreciate a male dog that has male features, examples of which are increased lean muscle mass, a greater width of the back of the skull, and so on.

Nevertheless, there are situations where neutering and spaying still have their place. Rescue organizations will not release puppies intact and I agree with the philosophy. They are usually unregistered mixed breed dogs that are going to stable and loving homes. Taking responsibility for the offspring of previously mismanaged breedings is enough responsibility. Providing discarded dogs a chance at life is likewise enough responsibility. And in the rescue’s case, the decision to neuter and spay has relevant social considerations beyond the medical advantages of not doing so."

01/13/2024

Happy news! There are 2 male Duke puppies from an outside breeding at a partner kennel. Ready now, they are anxious to start their education. Bred for any purpose ... companion, performance, hunting. Duke is a conformation champion and has titles in Rally and Scentwork ... known for his loving, kind, calm but fun temperament. These boys will be excellent family dogs.

01/04/2024

Happy Golden Birthday Holidays ... Greta, Nala, Ruby, Dora, Tessa, Arrow, Pete & Milo! It's sure been fun so far! Thanks to their families for giving them such wonderful lives.

01/04/2024

CH Suse Q's Candlelight Snow Duke, RE FDC CGCA SN
In front of Dad's flowers

12/28/2023

Garden Party does Christmas! Happy families enjoying the season with a puppy. Always fun with lots of chewing ... there are multiple families that have multiple Suse Q's, there are pictures of siblings here too which are very dear to my heart as the great '14 litter is still going strong and loving their humans.

12/28/2023

Hope your Christmas celebration was meaningful and enjoyable, and that 2024 brings all good things! With hugs and smiles from me and my best friends Sophie, Grace, Duke, and Greta. Notice no one would carry the Santa hat ...

12/03/2023

Finally! Introducing the forever homes of the Garden Party, Ridgeviews Saving Grace x CH Suse Qs Candlelight Snow Duke pups Aug. '23. Wishing for years and years of joy for all. Raincloud and Zinnia are with partner Donna Reece, looking forward to the adventures of those two!

10/13/2023

Welcome to the Farm Danielle Lampe, Nick Marz

10/11/2023

Garden Party grows up! Vet today for first Vacc's. Profiles.

10/05/2023

Morning faces

10/03/2023

Garden Party tries outside. Must practice steps.

09/27/2023

The Garden Party tries a kibble smoothie

09/27/2023

Introducing the 2023 Garden Party, fine Labrador Retriever puppies. Some are looking for new homes. Please message me for more information. An application can be emailed or mailed to you. These are home-raised pups, AKC/UKC CH and titled parents who are both known for being exceptional family pets. They will have the complete AKC puppy package and will be pre-conditioned for recall, house training, car travel. Seldom available, next litter 2025.

09/13/2023

23 days ... out to play. A few splashers in Mom's water bowl.

09/12/2023

3 Weeks old!

09/12/2023

3 weeks old and getting adventurous! Rare opportunity, next litter 2025. Sire AKC CH, mum winning in confirmation and obedience. Outstanding guaranteed family pets with show looks, the smarts and athleticism to do most any dog sport including hunting. Pups need homes! PM for details.

09/06/2023

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10228191767474056&id=1072876093&mibextid=nW3QTL

08/26/2023

Read about the small specialty all-purpose Labrador breed preservation effort and announcements of limited litters at:

Suse Q Labradors At R & R Farm Has Puppies For Sale

08/25/2023

Wood Labs Duke great-grand pups! See more information at matketplace.akc.org/suse-riddle-156707

Suse Q Labradors At R & R Farm Has Labrador Retriever Puppies For Sale In Scandinavia, WI

08/24/2023

They are here! 2 girls, 7 boys. Grace is a great first-time mom. Some available. Bred to be great pets and all-purpose performance dogs.

08/12/2023

Babies!

08/08/2023

Joyous news! Duke and Grace have puppies coming soon.

08/08/2023

Duke had sniffing fun at Pawsitively Unleashed! UKC competition on Sunday. New titles in Interiors and Vehicles. 4x4 and a couple best times. Good boy!

08/08/2023

More UKC Nose work fun with Greta, plus a couple of FCAT runs at 25 mph. Titles in Nose work/ Containers and Exterior 4x4, all reds and blues!

07/11/2023

Labs coming soon! CH Suse Qs Candlelight Snowduke AKC and UKC) x Ridge Views Saving Grace! The Ridge View kennel is one of the nation's finest all-purpose-type Labrador breeders. Many companion, therapy, service, and hunting puppies come from Ridge View. Grace has three Reserve, two Winner Bitch, and two Best of Winners wins at shows this year. She competes in Obedience and Rally and has legs or titles in both. Duke has titles in Scent Work and Rally. Both of these dogs are known for their sweet pet personalities. Please email me for more information.

03/03/2022

Fond memories of puppy days with Gracie and the Candlelights. Just watch those little brains try to figure Mom out. They grew up accordingly ... thoughtful, respectful, loving, persistent!

05/04/2021

"Holidays" take note! This is your Uncle Duke showing what you can do with a little practice ... training at Pawsitively Unleashed in Stevens Point, WI for Rally tests this weekend at the Janesville/Beloit Dog Show in Jefferson. Thanks to Sarah Krueger for capturing the fun. Note we are learning to back up to "beep beep beep" like a truck!