Lab puppy

[CigarGuy]

I just had to put my 13 yr old black lab down last week. I'm looking to get a new puppy. Would like a female, but not opposed to a male. I'm getting up in age-63, so, it'll be more of a fishing dog than a hunting dog. I'll probably go chasing roosters and grouse less than 10 times per year. Want something under 70lbs. Hopefully something with British lines. Under $1000.00. Anybody know someone with a litter? Thanks

[Mike89]

sorry to hear that......  

[Wanderer]

Yes, sorry to hear you had to do that!

 

I don’t know of a littler but just wanted to ask if you’ve considered a golden retriever?  I’ve been around labs and golden’s for quite a while now, mostly friends dogs, but had a lab that made 13 also.  Loved that dog!  But I’d seriously consider a golden for my next one if I ever got another.  Much calmer breed and just as good of bird dog.  
 

Just my 2 cents.  Good luck!

[CigarGuy]

12 hours ago, Wanderer said:

Yes, sorry to hear you had to do that!

 

I don’t know of a littler but just wanted to ask if you’ve considered a golden retriever?  I’ve been around labs and golden’s for quite a while now, mostly friends dogs, but had a lab that made 13 also.  Loved that dog!  But I’d seriously consider a golden for my next one if I ever got another.  Much calmer breed and just as good of bird dog.  
 

Just my 2 cents.  Good luck!

My neighbor had a golden, it was a great dog. I have thought about it, but I'm a lab guy. Thanks

[Mike89]

had one golden, she was crazy!!!  but a good dog for sure...   but still like labs over all...

[Dash 1]

I see several pups on Craigslist. May want to check it out. I currently have a yellow lab springer I got on Craigslist . He has been the best trainable dog I’ve ever had. Just so full of energy. Had him for 4 years and hope he stays healthy for several more.

[CigarGuy]

I looked at a litter off craigslist Saturday. A couple that were available had diarrhea, the mother hardly had any hair on the front of her chest and I could go on. Just didn't get a good feeling about them, which I'm glad I was able to walk away from them. I thought I'd jump on the first available pups I saw after loosing my dog and wanting a new pup.

[rundrave]

Try not to factor in price when choosing a puppy and a breeder. In the grand scheme of things the purchase price is one of the lowest costs you will incur over the life of the dog.

 

For $1k I would hope you can get a lab with a health guarantee and a clean bill of health. If you’re not buying from a breeder who offers that I would suggest you to keep looking.

 

Its likely with the pandemic and everybody buying dogs they may be hard to come by right now. I would suggest getting on a waiting list or put down a deposit rather than looking for something that you can get right now without the promise of a health guarantee.

[CigarGuy]

I've always looked for a pup with all the certifications, health guarantees, etc. I always wanted to increase my chances of getting a healthy dog with very good to excellent hunting lineage. Now with me getting older (63) and just retiring, hunting stock is not quite as important. I'm looking more for an overall great healthy, family dog to be more of a fishing, being with me all the time partner. That being said, I still need to find a good responsible breeder.  At most I'll be chasing roosters and walking logging trails for grouse several times a year. I figured for about a grand, I could find something to fit my needs. That being said, I haven't dog shopped for 13 years. I've watched more YouTube videos on breeders, picking pups, socializing, training, etc. than I can count, trying to get back in the swing of things. Keep the thoughts coming.

[Wanderer]

2 hours ago, rundrave said:

Try not to factor in price when choosing a puppy and a breeder. In the grand scheme of things the purchase price is one of the lowest costs you will incur over the life of the dog.

Truth.

[monstermoose78]

Sorry I missed this if the litter I am getting a chocolate female from has someone back out I will let you know. Pups would be ready September 17-18

[CigarGuy]

Picked up this cute little girl a week ago. She's wearing me out

[smurfy]

awesome, BUT if she's wearing you out now......... you best hit the gym!!!!!! i have a 10 month old and holy hannah  is he a large ball of energy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[CigarGuy]

1 hour ago, smurfy said:

awesome, BUT if she's wearing you out now......... you best hit the gym!!!!!! i have a 10 month old and holy hannah  is he a large ball of energy!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hopefully, she'll have me whipped into shape by then . I was thinking of getting her a treadmill, so I can sit in the chair and relax while she gets her workout.