Our Practices (Approach)
Our kennel is named after our first Labrador, Norry, the matriarch of our
kennel. One of our oldest dogs Roos, who is Norry’s granddaughter, is now
retired.
We find it essential that the parents have excellent health, pleasant nature
and a willingness to please.
All of our dogs are controlled for hip dysplasia (HD), elbow dysplasia (ED)
and they have a valid eye certificate.
Further information about these tests and Optigen can be found on the WHG
veterinarians’ website.
I am a member of the Dutch Labrador Association, the Labrador NL Club and
the Royal Dutch Hunters Association. Information about these associations
can be found on their websites.
Our breeding techniques follow the rules and regulations of the Dutch
Labrador Association.
It is always amazing to see how a mother dog deals and handles her pups. It
is essential that she and her offspring get the necessary rest in the first
two weeks after birth.
It is mainly for this reason that the puppy owners are welcomed to visit
three weeks after birth.
We encourage them to visit regularly so that they can see the many changes
the puppies undergo in the first weeks of life.
The puppies grow up in our house, where they can get used to the smells and
sounds of a household including coming in contact with children.
We strive for well-socialized puppies by incorporating car rides and walking
using a leash.
As the puppies get older, they can also play outside in the garden with
other dogs (weather dependent).
During the introductory sessions with the new owners a variety of issues are
addressed, such as crate training, walking on slippery floors,
introducing the puppy to the children, leaving the dog home alone.
This is done in order for the owner to gain the necessary experience in
incorporating the dog into their lives.
Before the pups leave the nest, they are dewormed three-times, microchipped
by a
member of the Board of Directors, checked by a vet and have had their first
vaccination, as outlined in the sales contracts.
The puppies receive a folder, which includes tips and information about
cleaning and education, a food list,
copies of the health check-up, a hug, a piece of cloth with the scent of the
litter,
a puppy package and a European passport, showing the given vaccinations.
We find it important to advise and assist people in picking the right pup
for them.
The check-up includes looking at the reaction the pup has towards strangers, new places,
being placed on his back and to an opened umbrella.
Once the puppy goes home with the owner, we are always available for
additional support and assistance.
We find in important that the pup does well in his new environment and that
he grows into a loving, happy and healthy Labrador.
To ensure this, we strive to maintain a good relationship with the new
owners.
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