Long time Labrador breeder. Breeder, owner handler. Family pets to show dogs.
Mike’s first junior hunter! Super proud of the effort and dedication Matt and Cessie put into Winnie!
We’re so proud of our Winnie girl for completing her Junior Hunter title! We picked her up today and dropped off her niece, Roux, to start her Junior Hunter journey.
Big thank you to Ryan Middaugh, owner/trainer at East Texas Elite Kennels; we highly recommend them for all your dog’s obedience and gun dog/hunt test needs.
East texas elite kennels
When you are looking for a breeder for your next puppy, be sure to ask that breeder for the clearances of their dog. Sire And Dam even asking questions about the grandparents clearances are welcome!
*OFA Hips and Elbows.
*CAER for Eyes
*OFA Heart
*DNA Panels - EiC, HNPK, PRA, etc.
If you want to see where results are posted: www.ofa.org. You need the dogs name in order to look up the information. Everything will be published publicly.
Labradors come in three colors only. Black, yellow and chocolate.
Do not be duped by breeders who tell you “my vet said they were fine”, “the grandparents have clearances”, “champion pedigree”.
Be a knowledgeable, educated buyer! 🐾
Our friends have a yellow boy available 🩷🩷
I urge anyone interested in a purebred puppy to read the below. Many people say OMG, or you charge what? I even had one person write Da** as their response. The below is a scratch on the surface of what we do as breeders. We preserve the breed. We provide solid puppies to families, we are picky in planning and placing. We pour not only ourselves into a litter but even more money wise than this lines out. What they didn’t put in here is showing dogs to a championship can be upwards of 10k (all in, fees, handler, travel, etc).
Our dogs are not raised in kennels. Puppies are not born on dirt. They are raised in our home with the highest standards.
Bottom line- what kind of dog ARE you looking for when you contact a reputable breeder?
POTENTIAL OWNER: How much is the puppy?
BREEDER: $3,000+ dollars.
POTENTIAL OWNER: What?? It's way too expensive!!
BREEDER: What do you think would be a good price?
POTENTIAL OWNER: No more than $500. You breeders are so overpriced.
BREEDER: I am sorry you see it this way; why don't you try it yourself?
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I've never done it!
BREEDER: For FREE, I can teach you how to do it, and you will also have the knowledge of how to do it again.
POTENTIAL OWNER: Perfect, thank you!
BREEDER: To start, you will need a female(average cost $3500 and up)and a male(average cost $3500 and up) or semen (average $2000-$2500 and up). You will need to do & pass OFA Breed specific OFA health testing on them, which averages about $800+ per dog.
Let's not forget progesterone testings, inseminations, ultrasounds, x-rays, semen collections, semen analysis, potentially semen overnight shipping, and so on ($1500+).
Raise and provide daily care, feeding & grooming for two years. (minimal $250 per month) Oh, don’t forget monthly prevention, annual vet visits, and any other additional vet visits.
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I don't have that much money...
BREEDER: For $1200, you can raise a litter and then keep one of the puppies. Obviously, you will pay the cost of whelping & care.
POTENTIAL OWNER: I can do that.
BREEDER: OK, so I have a female due to whelp in 2 weeks. You will need to be available 24/7 around the clock for at least 9-12 weeks to help with delivery and care. ( a million loads of laundry) Another 4-plus weeks to monitor mom and puppies. Don’t forget follow up vet visits, puppy well checks, and anything else they might pop up ($1500+)
POTENTIAL OWNER: twelve weeks?? It's way too much time for me! I have to work.
BREEDER: Plus, You will need to be available for puppy families to call you 24/7 with a worry or concern, no matter the age. You MUST also be ready to take back the puppy/dog at any age if the family has an unforeseen emergency.
BREEDER: You will also need the reproductive vet to do progesterone testing($110/ test ), X-ray to get headcount ($100) & C-section($1000-$5000 if needed), and initial vet care on pups until old enough to be placed ($800+).
Have on hand a scale, thermometer, latex gloves, puppy pads, incubator, oxygen concentrator, nebulizer, heating lamp, whelping box, puppy pen, blankets, toys, bowls, cleaning supplies, appropriate food with supplements for mothers, formula, medications & hand feeding supplies in case of emergency...
POTENTIAL OWNER: But I don't have all these things!
BREEDER: For $5000+, you can buy them.
POTENTIAL OWNER: Ummm .... You know, I think it might be better if I just buy a puppy.
BREEDER: Wise decision.
For us, there are no vacations or holidays; while you go to visit with family & friends, we are home at our dogs' side caring for them. It is a no-break commitment.
THIS IS THE REALITY
When you choose a reputable person, you aren’t only purchasing the puppy but also knowledge, support, experience, love, time, sacrifices, etc...
**Plus the cost of lifetime support to the puppy owners…
These numbers are just the tip of the iceberg, (best-case scenario!!!) As a reputable breeder who takes on this journey full-time!
Very well said…
*Copied and edited from another breeder*
Phoenix has found his forever home ❤️
Are you looking to add the perfect chocolate chunk of love to your family? Well- stop right there!
Phoenix is fully trained and ready to ❤️ on you! He is house trained, obedience trained, fully vaccinated, plays well with others, and can’t wait to give big wet puppy dog kisses! Phoenix comes from a long line of beautiful dogs. His dad even rode the plane here from Australia!!! His mom was raised right here in our 🏡. Both his mom and his dad are show champions (you’ve seen the dog shows on tv right?). 🥇 They have all of their health clearances including OFA and dna tests. He’s not just any puppy- he’s a super special puppy.
So if you feel like Phoenix is the right fit for you- check out the website. Read the info and if you still feel like he’s your chocolate chunk message me! 🍫 ❤️
http://maidstoneedlynlabs.com/puppies.htm
We folded up little post it notes- shook them up- and Tonya Urban Moore you are the winner!!!! 🐾❤️🐾
📌📌 Special Announcement📌📌
We have decided that this week we will be giving away a surprise gift basket! This will be a gift for you and your pets to enjoy 😊
So, to enter
👉🏻Like our page
👉🏻Tag a friend who wants to see squishy, lovable Labradors
👉🏻share our page
Winner will be announced this weekend!
So don’t close your eyes- quick enter to win a fun puppy basket as we end summer!
He loves his new digs! Kids, pool, and lots of room to run!!! 🐾 ❤️🐾
Don’t forget! Toys and treats included!!! Drawing this weekend ❤️
📌📌 Special Announcement📌📌
We have decided that this week we will be giving away a surprise gift basket! This will be a gift for you and your pets to enjoy 😊
So, to enter
👉🏻Like our page
👉🏻Tag a friend who wants to see squishy, lovable Labradors
👉🏻share our page
Winner will be announced this weekend!
So don’t close your eyes- quick enter to win a fun puppy basket as we end summer!
Local DFW owners- Lauren did a photo shoot of Asher ( Timber x Halle litter) and his owner Sarah —-they turned out amazing!!!! Beautiful!!!
📌📌 Special Announcement📌📌
We have decided that this week we will be giving away a surprise gift basket! This will be a gift for you and your pets to enjoy 😊
So, to enter
👉🏻Like our page
👉🏻Tag a friend who wants to see squishy, lovable Labradors
👉🏻share our page
Winner will be announced this weekend!
So don’t close your eyes- quick enter to win a fun puppy basket as we end summer!
Did someone say they love chocolate! I’ll melt your heart ❤️
👇🏻
http://www.maidstoneedlynlabs.com/puppies.htm
This guy has been adopted!!!
📌📌If you want to see our updates- follow and like our page! We will be doing a giveaway for some fun doggie items soon!!!!
Don’t let this chocolate boy melt away in the heat! Contact us for more info!
This sweet boy is now retrieving bumpers!!! He’s still looking for his forever family. One of the keeper boys
Ch Lacote Boomerang to Big Sky
Ch Maidstone Edlyn Payday
This is a 4th generation litter for us. He is a pet or show potential puppy with a lot to offer!
Please check our website for more info and details
Www.Maidstoneedlynlabs.com
We are able to arrange transport as well!
HYDRATION 💦
Hydrating your dog is something so simple but it's actually so overlooked and most people don't think about hydrating when it comes to meal times.
If your dog is eating a kibble diet, they are more prone to dehydration. This is because the dry kibble requires moisture for digestion. When your dog is not adequately hydrated, the body pulls water from the internal organs to digest the kibble and this can lead to the state of mild dehydration. Even if they are drinking throughout the day, the digestion process pulls water from their system after eating.
One of the best and easiest thing you can do as a kibble feeder is HYDRATE YOUR DOGS FOOD!
Adding water to kibble softens it for digestion and hydrates your dog's body systems.
Great options to hydrate kibble include
💧Filtered Water
💧Coconut Water
💧Bone Broth
💧Goat's Milk
💧Decaffeinated Green Tea (aids in cancer prevention)
Quick Tip - you can freeze all of the above in trays or silicone molds and then pop out a cube or two and melt with hot water at meal time!
*Always give your dog access to fresh water at all times
*Always rest your dog after eating any meal. Never exercise your dog immediately after eating due to risk of bloat
If you are looking for a Mike puppy ⬇️
Congrats to a Mike son!!!
We have a super sweet Chocolate boy looking for his forever family! Who doesn’t like chocolate! 🍫 🐶
He’s fun, loving, and snuggly! He had a fresh bath before his video and loved the water. Watch out- this chocolate hunk could be your next swimming buddy!
Message us for more info- we would love to talk to you!
We have decided we will be offering our Champion girl Sally to the right home. Sally has all of her clearances, but with retirement and traveling, we are cutting back. Sally is a sweet girl who loves everyone. We are open to sharing her with another breeder or pet home. Please inquire directly to us.
Few pics of the boys- Boomer x Sally
We have made our choices and have chocolate male puppies looking for their forever families. Reach out with inquiries!!!
We are getting big!!!!
Have no fear! Mike is here!! Don't delay, bidding closes today!!!!
https://bit.ly/BISSGCHMaidstoneEdlynJollyRogerThatJHCGCTKN-Mike
The little chocolate chunks are growing!!!
Puppies have arrived! 6 chocolate chunks 3 males and 3 females! If you have any interest in a puppy- please reach out. We have 2-3 potentially available.
We are so proud of Mike. Mike earned another BISS under judge Sally Bell, Borador Labradors. We are extremely thankful for her recgonition of our boy in tough competition.
Mike received an award of merit and a select dog!
Our Spring 2023 Specialties are in the Books. Thank you to everyone who braved Friday's storms and made it to the shows on the weekend. So sorry Dr Heidi couldn't make it for the Echo clinic on Saturday, but we totally understand with the high winds and tornadoes in Iowa.
CONGRATULATIONS! to all the winners!! THANK YOU to all my fellow club members for all your hard work putting on these shows you all are amazing and we are lucky to have you all. THANK YOU to our wonderful judges for making the long trip to Iowa to judge the BEAUTIFUL Labradors that we had at these shows. Last but not least SPECIAL THANKS to our wonderful show sponsors for helping us make these shows possible. Hope to see you all next year for our spring 2024 shows!!
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This sweet boy is now retrieving bumpers!!! He’s still looking for his forever family. One of the keeper boys Ch Lacote Boomerang to Big Sky Ch Maidstone Edlyn Payday This is a 4th generation litter for us. He is a pet or show potential puppy with a lot to offer! Please check our website for more info and details Www.Maidstoneedlynlabs.com We are able to arrange transport as well!
We have a super sweet Chocolate boy looking for his forever family! Who doesn’t like chocolate! 🍫 🐶 He’s fun, loving, and snuggly! He had a fresh bath before his video and loved the water. Watch out- this chocolate hunk could be your next swimming buddy! Message us for more info- we would love to talk to you!
Baker takes the lake! (Dusty x Katy)
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