>
>
>
> While Westminster would be quite the experience, it is not really the place
> to think about a puppy search. Look for the smaller, regional shows for a
> puppy contact. At something large, like Westminster, you are seeing THE
> best
> of the best and THE most expensive dogs. that is, assuming you even have a
> CHANCE to talk to owners or handlers.
>
Thats is what I was told by a friend who use to show her Shar pei. I wanted
to go for the experince too.
but it would of been too busy for my daughter & you can not get a stroller
in & out easily.
>
>
> Take a look around your area and see when shows will occur within driving
> distance. Contact the organizers of some of the shows closest to you, even
> if it will be a while until the show, and ask if they can help put you in
> contact with owners and handlers. Great idea thank you.
>
> Also, check out the ABC website. There is a generic puppy application,
> there. Fill it out. Members of the ABC who are planning litters will see
> your application and contact you. that is how I found my Mayhem and how I
> will buy other dogs in the future. The process is simple and your info goes
> to several reputable breeders at the same time. Do you mean AKC? I had
> no idea about filling out an application on there.
>
> Not only can this help you find a great pup, you can also make some
> lifelong
> friends. And having those friends in the breeding world is hugely helpful
> over time. And, who knows, one day, when life is sane, again, you may
> decide
> to own a show pup. And you will already have the contacts to help you
> start.
>
I am still in contact the breeder who I got my Mia from, She was upset when
I told her Mia passed, she said she knew
Mia had a great long life with us. I always wanted to do agility with our
dogs, we like to travel & our dogs go on vacation with us.
My daughter has the same passion for animals like I do, maybe she will be a
jr handler?
>
> Good luck!
>
>
> Karon Adams
>
>
>
> Karon Adams
>
> Accredited Jewelry Professional (GIA)
>
> You can send a free Rosary to a soldier!
>
> www.facebook.com/MilitaryRosary
>
> www.YellowRibbonRosaries.com
>
> From: boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com [mailto:boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com] On
> Behalf Of LoriAnn Presto
> Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 9:32 PM
> To: boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: Re: RE: [boxer lovers] Puppy
>
> On Feb 4, 2012 8:39 PM, "karon" <karon@karonadams.com
> <mailto:karon%40karonadams.com> > wrote:
>
> > **
>
> >
> >
> > If you are absolutely set on a puppy, I will tell you what I have told
> > many,
> > many people in the past. Go to shows. Look at champion lines and buy a
> > puppy
> > from those lines. I was planning on visiting some of the dog shows, I do
> > not know much about lines.
> >
>
> >
> > Yes, it will be much more expensive. Yes, you can buy a cheaper puppy in
> > the
> > paper. Yes you can find a puppy at the local pet store. But the long term
> > price you will pay in vet bills not to mention the tears and heartache of
> > watching your beloved dog become ill, is not worth the savings. I refuse
> > to even step foot in one of those places
> >
> I adopted my shar pei Curtis from a rescue group, he has Shar pei fever &
> is in Renal Failure, I give him fluids at home.
> BUT his levels have improved so we are happy about that. I know all too
> well the heartache of watching a beloved dog
> become ill, I can not do it again, its also another reason I will not get
> another shar pei, not until they start testing for FSF.
>
> >
> >
> > Become familiar with what makes a good boxer and the emotional needs and
> > behavioral characteristics of boxers. Make sure you and your young child
> > are
> > up to it.
> >
>
> > I know boxers can be hyper dogs, they need stimulation or can become
> > destructive, also why I am here to learn more about boxers.
> >
>
> >
> >
> I am lucky to were my husband has his own business & I can work from home,
> My husband works alot
> I am home 90% of the time, also because my boy Curtis has separation
> anxiety, it has gotten worse since our beloved Mia
> passed away. I contacted an animal behaviorist, our vet feels its
> biochemical.
>
> >
> >
> > there is a reason rescues don't adopt to homes with young children.
> Rescue
> > dogs often need a great deal of work and attention to adapt. With a young
> > child, especially if you are considering a second child, that can leave
> the
> > dog forgotten. Please consider that before you bring home another dog.
> >
> I wish we were able to have a second child, we are lucky to be blessed with
> our daughter. I would never
> have a puppy & a new born at the same time, EVER, I am not nuts! lol.
>
> >
> >
> > I had a dog when my children were born. He was 3 years old and helped me
> > raise my babies. I don't think I could have handled a puppy AND a baby.
> > Both
> > of my daughters are now grown and my dogs are now my children. Believe
> me,
> > there is plenty of time to raise a pup after the child is older. Don't
> get
> > into a hurry to do both at once.
> >
> I won't & I am so glad you responded, I am learning so much! like I said
> before we are in no rush.
> we want to make our shar pei Curtis healthy first. he loves other dogs, he
> plays rough, he needs
> a dog that can play back with him, he is like a jack russel in a shar pei
> wrinkle coat,
>
> >
> >
> > Also, when considering where to find your dog, remember you DO have
> > children. you need to be sure that you don't add a dog who has emotional
> > issues to a family with a small child. It can endanger your child as well
> > as
> > putting the dog in a position of possibly going back to rescue at best.
> >
> Oh I couldn't agree with you more!
>
> >
> >
> > Above all, remember, you are not Superwoman. thats right, I am Bat Girl!~
> > :p
> >
>
> > You DON'T have to do it all at
> > once. Raising kids is tough. Raising puppies is tough. Doing both at once
> > is
> > even tougher. If there is a happy family with a healthy companion dog, be
> > Thankful and love them all. If you find you really have the time and
> > resources for a puppy, make certain that you find a puppy that fits well
> > with your family, will be a happy puppy and will not be a drain on your
> > resources.
> >
> > Good luck and let us know how things go for you!
> >
> Thank you so much Karon, I really appreciate you taking the time to write
> to me.
> I will take your advice & visit some dog shows, I wanted to go to
> Westminster but
> I was told its really crowded & it may be too overwhelming for my daughter.
>
> >
> >
> > Karon Adams
> >
> > Accredited Jewelry Professional (GIA)
> >
> > You can send a free Rosary to a soldier!
> >
> > www.facebook.com/MilitaryRosary
> >
> > www.YellowRibbonRosaries.com
> >
> > From: boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com <mailto:boxerlovers%40yahoogroups.com>
> [mailto:boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com <mailto:boxerlovers%40yahoogroups.com>
> ]
> On
> > Behalf Of LoriAnn Presto
> > Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 12:46 AM
> > To: boxerlovers@yahoogroups.com <mailto:boxerlovers%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Subject: [boxer lovers] Puppy
> >
> > Hi.
> >
> > I am doing research on adopting or looking at breeders, I have not found
> > either here on Long Island NY.
> > My husband & I are looking for a female puppy, we want a female because
> our
> > male shar pei Curtis does
> > Not like male dogs, Curtis is neutered. Our daughter will be 3 at the end
> > of March & so far I see a lot of rescues
> > Will not adopt an older boxer to a family with a child under 5.
> > Does anyone have any advice? We are not in a rush for a puppy, we were
> > hoping to have a little bundle of puppy
> > Love by late spring.
> > Thank you.
> > LoriAnn
> > Curtis: black brush coat shar pei 6 years old
> > Mia: fawn sharpei my angel in heaven, I miss you every moment of the day.
> > Boxerless in N.Y,
> >
> > --
> > LoriAnn & Crew
> >
> > *"Some days you're the dog, some days you're the hydrant."
> > *
> >
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