Classic dog " Peppermint Patty Gart" Sold
Sire: HRCH UH Greyhavens Cold North " Fury"
( HRCH UH Claridge Total Mayhem x SHR Greyhavens Ella Enchanted)
OFA Hips: Good , OFA Elbows: Normal , Eyes : certified
Pedigree
Dam: HR Greyhavens Silkie of Cuileann " Silkie"
(FTW Apollobay Crimson King x Grayhavens Nevermore SH)
OFA Hips: Good OFA Elbows : Normal, OFA Eyes: Certified
Pedigree
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1 ,OSD1, RD/ OSD,SD2 and STGD1: Unaffected
DOB: December 29, 2025
Black Female
Notes from the trainer~ Ema
Peppermint Patty is a delight to work with. She is so sweet and loves learning new skillsets.
To be trianed as: Advanced companion
Go home Date: End of August
What is your dog eating, How Much, and When?
When your dog goes home he/ she will be eating around 3 cups of food a day ( if your dog is eating a different amount, we will go over this at pick up) It's important to know that this amount will change during your dog's lifetime. You will need to feed more or less as your dog gets older, based on their activity needs.
We normally feed in the morning around 7:30 am.
Under a year old: Nutri Source Large Breed Puppy
Over a year old: Nutri Source Adult Chicken and Rice
* Available at Tractor Supply ( online), Chewy and Amazon.
* While in training your dog may be eating : Chicken & Rice, Beef & Rice , Trout & Rice etc. Please check to see what formula your dog is currently enjoying prior to pick up
What does your dog need to have at home ? Est. Crate, ID Collars and training Collars Size...
Medium to Large Ruff Land Crate ( Please see our Recommendations page )
Collars and leashes that your dog is exposed to and uses during training :
17 inch ID collar , with six foot clip on leash
22-24 inch training collar
17-20 inch martingale
Six foot slip lead
Regular store bought " training clicker" ( we prefer the ones with the wrist strap)
Acme 211.5 dog whistle
* We don't normally use gentle leaders but they can be exposed / trained with on request.
Information for Weekend or Overnight Visits:
If you are coming to pick up your dog for a vacation ( day trip, overnight, or weekend ), we will supply your dog with everything he/ she will need.
This includes: a dog crate, food bowls, toys, food, leash / ID collar, and treats.
Our address for your GPS is 8282 Crane Road, Cranesville, Pa 16410
By appointment only: Pickup times are Monday-Friday, 1 pm -3 pm. Overview and client training are included during pickup.
Drop off times are Monday-Friday 9 am -2:30 pm and Saturday 9 am -12pm.
We are closed on Sundays and Holidays. Please plan accordingly.
The Farmhouse at Willow Preserve, located at Sundance, offers limited overnight and weekend stays. Please call or text Sheryl at 814-790-2643 for availability.
Conneaut Creek Outfitters Pet-friendly Lodge and walking trails. Please call or text Sheryl at 814-790-2643 for availability.
Nearby dog friendly places to stay
Transportion Services and in person pick up
If you are picking up your pup in person, please get in touch with Sheryl to schedule your go-home date.
Our hours for pick up are Monday - Friday, 1-3 pm, and Sat, 9 am -12 pm. Includes paperwork overview and handler training at pick up.
If you are sending a Transport Service, please share Sheryl's cell phone number, 814-790-2643, for contact information.
Transport Service pick-up hours are:
8 am - 7 pm Monday - Saturday
Winter hours: 9 am -6 pm, seven days a week
Contact information for the transport companies we have used and recommend.
Please contact them directly for quotes or if you have any questions about the services they offer.
* Sundance Transport: In-house transport and training upon delivery. Please call Sheryl at 814-790-2643.
* Executive Pet Transport : (678) 975-2518
*Royal Rides: Kassie Wilson 1-806-759-8452,
*Lyons Pet Transport ( International) +1 (905) 320-0558
*Astrapi Pet Transport ( International): 438-969-9111
Transport Services that we do not recommend are:
* Coble's Cross Country Pet Transport
* Blue Collar Transport
Your Dog's Favorite's Are:
Regular Treats: Pupperoni, Zukes Training Treats, Biscuits
High Value Treats : Chicken , bacon and cheese
Favorite Toys: Tennis Balls, Kongs, soft frisbee, bumpers, stuffed squeaky toys
Favorite Bones: Mika and Sammy's bones, any Antler chews
Preferred Petting: Ears, Belly and Back
Recommended Reading Materials and Videos
Instructional videos for Head Start, Companion and Gun Dogs
From Messy to Marvelous : Crate training and Housebreaking By Sheryl Sundean
15 Day guide for welcoming your new Companion home
The New Knowledge of Dog Behavior ~ By Clarence Pfaffenberger
Genetics and the Social Behavior of the Dog ~ By John Paul Scott and John L Fuller
The Dog's Mind ~ By Bruce Fogle
K-9 Complete Care: A manual for physically and mentally healthy working dogs. ~ By Resi Gerritsen and Rudd Haak
Animals In Translation~ Temple Grandin
What It's Like To Be a Dog and Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience ~ by Gregory Berns
The Culture Clash ~ By Jean Donaldson
The Ethical Dog Trainer ~ by Jim Barry
Don't Shoot the Dog! The New Art of Teaching and Training ~By Karen Pryor
Hear Them Speak ~ by Babette De Jongh
Training Retrievers to Handle ~ by DL and Ann Walters
Retriever Training for the Duck Hunter ~ By Robert Milner
* The books listed below are older and were, at one time, a commonly accepted dog training methodology. Some training techniques practiced /discussed in these books are not condoned or used, and language may be offensive. Like all books/discussions, there is fascinating, valuable, and interesting information to learn, even if you don't agree with the whole book *
The Koehler Method of Dog Training ~ By Koehler
Retriever Hunt Test ~ By James Spencer
Training Retrievers: The Cotten Pershall Method~ By Bobby N. George Jr.
Dog breaking, The most expeditious, certain, and easy method, whether great excellence or only mediocrity be required, with odds and ends for those who love the dog and gun. By Hutchinson, W. N. written in 1848
Cynegeticus: On Hunting With Dogs By Xenophon , written in 470 BC
Flea, Tick, Heart Worm Prevention and Vaccination Information :
Prevention care is given on the first of each month.
We primarily use Revolution, Frontline, Sentinel, Seresto Collars, and Heartguard.
Please check with your veterinarian for recommended products for your area.
Three Months Old
Head Start Puppy Foundation
Your pup is working on Intro to Crate. At this age, they are crated and focused more on settling into the crate than on the command itself. Later on, we will come back and teach the command.
What is "crate"? This is the concept of keeping a small area clean for a set period.
Why is crate important? It provides security and comfort for your pup, helps with house training, and staying clean.
The “Crate” command is crucial for dogs because it creates a designated, safe, and comfortable spot that promotes calm, controlled behavior. Learning to be calm and quiet in the crate also supports recovery after spaying or neutering.
Your pup is working on leash drags. Leash drags are great for getting a puppy used to the feeling of a leash without any pressure or any negative connotations to a human.
It's a way to introduce them to the idea of being tethered/connected to something while having fun with their littermates.
This helps them become more comfortable and more confident in their future training sessions.
Leash drags and being comfortable on a leash are the first building blocks for teaching "Settle."
Teaching a puppy to tether and settle is the next piece and equally important because it builds patience and independence and supports impulse control. It helps prevent future unwanted behaviors and encourages them to self-settle. It improves their focus and helps them think before acting. Calm, Quiet, and Confident gets the treat...
Your pup is going on field trips to parks, pet-friendly stores, Etc. Socialization and exposure are critical for a puppy’s development as they shape its behavior and temperament.
During the sensitive period of development, typically up to 16 weeks of age, puppies are highly receptive to new experiences. Positive interactions with various people, animals, and environments help them develop into well-adjusted adults.
Early exposure ensures that puppies learn to navigate the world confidently and safely, contributing to their overall well-being.
During this month, your pup is also getting fun retrieves. What they are and why they’re important?
Fun retrieves are all about making fetching enjoyable for the pup, which is important for their development. They help build confidence, teach them to hold and return items, and strengthen the human-dog bond.
For field dogs, fun retrieves with bird wings are important because they lay the foundation for more formal training later.
When doing these with a young dog, you use two toys for the retrieves, throw the toy behind you, and stay in motion by walking away.
This encourages the pup to grab the toy (retrieve), return to you (here), and, because you have a "new cool" toy, drop the toy they have to get the new one.
By using two toys, you can quickly change their focus and avoid the ‘keep away’ game that they sometimes tend to play. This helps build a correct foundation for them at a young age.
When and where can you successfully cue for these skill sets? Working in known areas where the pup has been successful and in low-distraction environments is key at this age. Try to " cue" only when the odds of the pup making the right choice are high.