Classic dog “Gunner Bauwin” Sold
Sire: Sundance’s Mister Incredible SH
Dam: Sundance’s Red Maple
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1,OSD1 and SD2: Unaffected
DOB: 02/26/2024
Pedigree
Yellow Male
Available training programs:
Advanced companion: ready end of October 2024
Please contact Sheryl to schedule a pick up date.
Commonly asked questions:
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
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)
* We don't normally use gentle leaders but they can be exposed / trained with on request.
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
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
Pickup times are firmly M-F 1-3 p.m. and Sat 9 am-12 pm by appointment only. Please plan accordingly.
The Farmhouse at Willow Preserve, Located at Sundance, limited overnight and weekend stays are available. 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
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.
November 16th- 30th: your dog is continuing to work on obedience and home etiquette lessons, along with going on field trips to pet-friendly stores.
November 1st - 15th: Your pup is working on home etiquette lessons. Which include being relaxed while people pass through or leave and exit the room, vacuum running, and cupboards shutting.
October 16th-31st: Your pup is working on settling drills out in public.
October 1st-15th: Pups are working on their obedience out in public and pet-friendly stores. They enjoyed taking a walk around the lake and seeing all the wildlife.
September 15th-30th: Pups are working on down/stay with distractions. Along with Here, Heel, Sit with direction changes and movement drills.
September 1st- 15th: Pups are working on crate training and field trips to the local county fair.
August 16th-31st: Pups are working on place drills with bird and goat distractions.
August 1-15th: We are going out on field trips to pet-friendly stores and outdoor dining.
July 16-31st: Pups are going out for swimming lessons, playing ball, and enjoying evening walks.
July 1-15th: pups are working on obedience lessons and place lessons.
June 15-30th: Swimming lessons, field trips to local parks to play with kids, while working on obedience lessons
June 1-15th: Swimming lessons in creeks , streams and ponds. Adventures to the lake. Intro to obedience lessons continues around field trips
May 15th- 30th: Adventure walks in the woods with gunfire and exposure to fireworks. Sit, down, place, look and settle lessons continue each day around field trips to local pet-friendly stores
May 1-15th: Working on crate lessons, place lessons, sit lessons, intro to down as well as puppy field trips around town
April 15-30th: Baby puppy lessons of sit, and down as well as learning to " place" on the hammock for treats
April 1-15: The pups are enjoying short adventures and exploring their surroundings.
March 15-30th: Your pup is learning how to be a puppy. Their eyes and ears have been have been open for a while now. They have begun to eat meals and are beginning explore new things
March 1-15th: The litter is getting bigger.They are strong and healthy. Their favorite things to do are eat and nap.
February 26th: Happy birthday to the Maple x Jack litter. Mom and pups are doing great.