| At Blackthorn Dalmatians we are breeders on a VERY limited scale. Training, competing, and just having fun with our dogs is our primary focus. We only have a litter every few years. Corey is only available to bitches with all their health clearances, CHIC number and Championship or performance title. We do, however, have several friends who do have litters on occasion and we will gladly make referrals. |
Puppies Plans
| We are planning a litter for April 2012 We are now taking reservations for our next litter Puppy Pedigree |
| Reputable breeders only breed dogs that contribute to the betterment of the breed as a whole, and they do not over-breed. The irresponsible or backyard breeder may breed for money or out of convenience, not really knowing / realizing the impact of what they’re doing can have an adverse effect on health, temperament and structure. Often this type of breeder does not keep in contact with future puppy owners and should something go wrong, chances are the puppy / dog may end up in a rescue or shelter. Use caution on “puppies for sale” websites or when looking in the newspaper. Just because the litter is “AKC registered,” does NOT mean the breeder is reputable and the dogs are well-bred and quality puppies. A reputable breeder wants to know dogs they breed will be cared for their entire lives, and they will take back a dog they bred from the owners for any reason. In regards to health checks and clearances; always check for multi-generational health checks (not just the parents) on the OFFA website: Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. This is the minimum you should look for regarding health clearances. Familiarize yourself with Canine Health Information Center (also known as CHIC). CHIC is a centralized canine health database jointly sponsored by the AKC/Canine Health Foundation, and the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals . |
| GCH Lakeshore's Tail of Two Cities |
| AmGCH /Can CH Patch Mt Spring Thyme at Blackthorn TD |
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