Classic gun dog “Finn Carr” Sold
Sire: Sundance’s Mister Incredible SH
Dam: Sundance’s Red Maple
DOB: 08/24/2023
EIC,CNM, DM,HNPK,PRA-PRCD,PRCD,DRD1,
OSD1 and SD2: Clear
Pedigree
Yellow Male
Hi my name is Chip, I know what you’re thinking, potatoes chips, right? I am a charming young pup who is ready for adventure and the journey ahead. I like cuddling and playing with my littermates.
To be trained as: Started Service Dog, est home date July 2024
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, Elk and Deer 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
Animals In Translation~ Temple Grandin
What It's Like To Be a Dog and Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience - 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
Training Retrievers to Handle ~ by DL and Ann Walters
Retriever Training for the Duck Hunter ~ By Robert Milner
Cynegeticus: On Hunting With Dogs By Xenophon 370 BC
* The books listed below are older and were, at one time, a commonly accepted dog training methodology. Needless to say, some of the training techniques practiced /discussed in these books are not condoned, used or may be offensive . Like all books/discussions, there is facinatiing ,valuable, and interesting information to learn, even if you don't agree with the whole.*
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.
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.
March 1-15th: We are working on obedience lessons in town and pet-friendly store.
February 16- 29th: Your pup is working on down stays with distractions.
February 1-15: Working in field trips in town, car rides, working obedience lessons in Erie
January 15-30th: training in town and taking car rides in crate . working on obedience at the edinboro mall
January 1-15th: We are working on intro to " look" lessons, to teach your dog to maintain eye contact and look for direction. Other lessons that we are working on are: crate, place, sit and down.
December 15-30th: Your pup is working on obedience lessons at the training center, in town and on field trips.
December 1-15th: the pups are continuing to work on intro to obedience and going over obstacles in the training center.
November 15th-30th: into to heel and leash work, sit lessons, crate lessons, adventure walks outside when weather permits and inside play when the weather is bad,
November 7th: We went on our first field trip to tractor supply today.
October 15th-30th: Adventure walks outside with gunfire, crate training, fun retrieves with puppy toys, sit lessons and place lessons
October 1-15th: temperament testing with new people, loud noises ( vacuums, dropped pans etc)
Sept 15th-30th: the pups are being introduced to new noises ,flooring and cats
Sept 15th: the pups eyes and ears are open and they are starting to explore their surrounding
Sept 1, 2023: Pups are doing great. Their eyes and ears should be open at two weeks of age.
August 24, 2023: Happy Birthday ! Maple gave birth to 11 health chunky pups today. Dam and children are doing great.