ERIN'S EDGE LABRADORS

Erin's Edge Healthy Dog Supply

Phone (262) 644-5739; Email ErinsEdge@charter.net

2497 Slinger Rd. Richfield, WI. 53076

 

Black Male ready end of June; Blacks and Yellows in Aug/September

   

Pick-up, Shipping, Food, Preparation, & Books

  Hints on Looking for & Buying a Puppy

 Guarantee, and shipping information.

Pictures and stories about pups from past to present. Send your pup updates and accomplishments

I want to see pictures of your pups, but PLEASE don't send pictures over 200kb. When taking digital pics please use a lower resolution so the images are smaller, under 32KB.

Older or Started Dogs for Adoption

Kathy Swab of Crosswind Kennels in Iowa trains all my young dogs   

Scroll to Bottom for Educational Links

 

 Labradors Since 1980

Selective Breeding for Outstanding Performance

 

 Erins Edge Goose Ya Big Studd at 8 weeks

 "Selective Breeding for Outstanding Performance

Erins Edge Labradors has specialized in breeding Chocolate Labradors for the field as well as for family companions since 1980, raising 4-6 litters a year, and sometimes a litter for Crosswind Kennels. My females must be intelligent working dogs with an excellent pedigree and temperament, OFA Excellent or Good hips, clear eyes, good bone and conformation, and possess great drive and desire. The parents of these females and my studs must also have the same health clearances, have been proven not to produce serious genetic problems, and live long and healthy lives. Roadhouse Gusto, OFA Excellent, was my own Qualified All Age senior stud, a dark chocolate who was a talented marker, stylish and dynamic...a pleasure to run. I consider him my foundation sire not only because he was my first dog to QAA, but he showed me we could run Opens. His loyalty, love, and devotion were truly exceptional; he was my heart dog and best Bud ever. His father was 1992 NAFC/FC Gusto's Last Control and his littermate sister was 1998 NAFC/FC Hattie McBunn who was also the 1998 High Point Amateur Female with multiple Doubleheader Wins. Hattie's breeding with LeanMac produced multiple 7 FC and one of the strongest competitive lines in FT ever. My present Chocolate stud, Erins Edge Goose Ya Big Studd, MH OFA Excellent is the son of FC/AFC/CFC/CAFC Barracuda Blue, MH, the only dog in AKC history with all five titles and amateur trained, and my own bitch, Mallard Lake Lady Magnum QAA, OFA Excellent, was at one time only one of a few qualified all age chocolate females ever in AKC history for a brief period. Erin's Edge Lean Machine SH (Rico), is my Black Stud from 2X NAFC/FC 2X CNAFC Ebonstar LeanMac who has produced over 150 FC, the #1 producer in FT history, and FC/AFC Gator Pts Sweet Potato Pie (the only FC/AFC Chocolate female in AKC history) passes yellow and chocolate. The majority of my bitch line goes back to Hard Driving Abigail, my foundation bitch, who was 83 pounds, had great a great nose, drive, and desire, a distinct personality, and a long life free of any medications. Mallard Lake Lady Magnum QAA is my other bitch line born in 1992 and she fostered all my puppies. The combination of Roady and Maggie's lines are in  Erin's Edge Double Magnum Ben SH, chocolate, OFA Excellent, who is in training for Master Hunter. I also have another line of blacks originating in Alaska and Canada out of AFC Westwind's Iron Fist his great grandson Erin's Edge Bada Boom QAA (Rizzo) who is Black from FC/AFC Candlewoods Rulin the Roost, Rooster (LeanMac and 3X NFC Lottie's Sister Bebe) and Katy, my FC/AFC Webshire Honest Abe x AFC Westwind Iron Fist line.  His brother Rip, FC Premiers Riptide just received his FC on 5-10-09, my first bred FC.

I slowly incorporated new individuals from all black and chocolate field champion lines that had proven to be genetically healthy and showed natural talent. I do not deviate from my lines unless I know the health background of the dogs, and I have the great-great granddaughter of foundation bitch so I know my lines. I do not lease females to breed or buy older females just to breed but breed only my own female lines. I also have several Yellow females from a line I bought from a friend that knows his lines. My observation has been that breeding to show or Champion lines that have not produced working dogs, dramatically lowers the drive, desire, and intelligence in the pups, so my breeding program has focused on breeding to talented, trainable, and good looking field studs that resemble the classic Labrador look as much as possible and occasionally bench/field crosses where the bench lines have produced working dogs that have at least titled as Master Hunters. Breeding is more than putting two dogs together. Although I enthusiastically support any puppy owner that competes my dogs, I am more interested in the best possible home for my pups, rather than selling to competition homes only. I am not interested in selling to parties that resell the dogs either. Working homes are preferred and most of my pups are in hunting or hunt test homes, but they also do obedience, agility, therapy, search and rescue, become Canine Good Citizens, and are beloved family companions. I strive for dogs that have a great desire for hunting, but after the puppy stage, are able to relax in the house. Please be aware that field pups and dogs need a good run everyday and do not make good couch potato dogs without some exercise, and this should not be confused with being hyper.  My dogs live long, healthy lives; however, I use natural topical insecticides, don't chemically treat my lawn, and feed a high quality premium food along with my omega treats and probiotics for their whole lives. No one can guarantee that a dog will be free from hereditary disorders but I have researched the pedigrees, health clearances, and consulted with many other breeders before choosing dogs for my breeding program. All of my dogs will be tested for Myopathy and are certified CNM negative. Outside studs will be CNM negative. Pups will be guaranteed to be not affected by EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse). Pups are raised in my living room or a whelping room in my house, and weather permitting, have outside outings. Puppies come with a puppy packet with a written hip and eye guarantee, 1st shots, dewormed, vet checked, dewclaws removed, microchipped, well socialized and exposed to feathers. The pups can be shipped to the nearest major airport direct (my preference) or with one transfer with a maximum of a 2-3 hour layover. Shipping costs are running @ $175 plus up to a $100 shipping fee which includes a Health Certificate, Crate, arrangements, and transportation to the airport. Picks will be taken in order of receipt of a $200 deposit that is non-refundable except in the event the litter or sex is not born, but it may also be moved once to another litter. Pedigrees are available on the litter page along with pictures. Pups are fed Eukanuba Large Breed Puppy. There is not a lot of hype on this website, but there are a lot of happy Erin's Edge puppy owners. Visit the NEWS pages and look at some of my pups, their families and stories.  

Major credit cards accepted as in the Online Store.

My kennels have been inspected by the AKC three times and have always passed inspection with no deficiencies. The most recent inspection was 1-23-07. 

 We are just west of Cabelas exit 60 & 41 Farm For Sale

Erin's Edge Labradors has been located in the Holy Hill area, 25 miles NW of Milwaukee off Highway 41, for over 30 years, nestled on 26 acres at the edge of the Township of Erin that was settled over 150 years ago by Irish immigrants because of the beautiful green rolling hills produced by glaciers and the rich, fertile soil in the valleys. Holy Hill, a Carmelite Monastery, is built on the peak of the glacier and ice age trail, overlooks the farm and duck pond. 

Send me your pictures and stories and they will appear on the News page!

3 Stud Dogs-see Stud Page 

Stud fees and breeding information on Guarantee Page  

  Erinsedge@charter.net

  Mission Statement: Erin's Edge recognizes the health of your pet is important to you as your own, and is committed to providing you with a healthy puppy and also in developing, improving, and distributing innovative, natural products with the highest quality ingredients that safely promote good health and a long life or improve the quality of life of canine companions and competitors in a manner that is both socially responsible and beneficial to our customers and the canines they love.

I further believe that Traditional Medicine can be complemented by alternative practices to maximize the health of our dogs. A Harvard University study released in January 2005 found that 35 percent of Americans have used some form of alternative healing on themselves, so why not also for their pets. 

 

I invite you to visit my Online Store to find many Unique and Alternative Products

Authorized Tri-Tronics, and Dogtra eCollar Dealer. Call for non-credit card discount price

Innotek containment Systems

 ENTER Erin's Edge Supply STORE 

  Free Gift with First Order

Order in the Shopping Cart or by Phone or Mail.  

   

  Let your Dog Run at his Optimum and Extend his Longevity

Promote Higher Conception Rates and Healthy Immune systems with Omega-3 Products, Omega Shine & Treats

Omega Cranberry Treats with anti-oxidants are my secret to my healthy dogs. Feed them Omega treats everyday for their whole lives for healthy immune systems, shiny coats, and longevity. Read More

 Natural Custom-made Omega Cranberry Treats with Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants;Treats formulated for allergic dogs Fish & Potato, Chicken Florentine (Chicken-Veggie).

 Holistic, Herbal, and Homeopathic Products; Healthy Supplements,  Ear & Coat medications, Natural Insecticide, British Slip Leads, Field Shirts, Travel Gear, Interactive Dog Toys, Dog Training Supplies, and Labrador Gifts.  Check out the Wisconsin handmade plush beds.

Probiotics for immune health, read why they are good for all dogs

More than 450 Products with prices that are competitive and you are not overcharged for shipping one small item. Quantities may be limited on special purchases, especially toys and clothing. I specialize in finding products the big pet stores don't carry

 Look to Erins Edge for more cutting edge products that safely and naturally improve the quality of life and performance of your dog. Suggest a product and I will try to find it.

  

      Nancy has a BS in Zoology & Medical Technology, worked over 35 years in healthcare and research, has 35 years of animal husbandry experience, has been specializing in Chocolates and raising Labradors since 1978, and recently finished an MBA from the University of Phoenix 2/02. 

 For outstanding excellence in workmanship, service, design, and business integrity talk to Jane & Ron Ainley or Manager Chad for your next trailer or kennels.

 

 Pedigree Printing for Litters and OFA Number Research

For extensive pedigree ancestry research use the AKC online Store

 If you can't keep your Erin's Edge Puppy PLEASE don't surrender the dog to a shelter or rescue.

Call me to help place the puppy.

If you are looking for a rescue: Labrador Rescue Contacts

The Labrador Connection (TLC) Penny 414 299 9038 poobasmom@msn.com info@labradorconnection.org

Labrador Education and Rescue Network, Robin bellajane@wi.rr.com www.labadoption.org

Illinois and Chicago http://www.midwestlabrescue.org/

For Those that have Recently Helped their Loved Dog over the Bridge

The Last Battle
 
If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
then you must do what must be done
For this, the last battle, can't be won.
 
You will be sad, I understand,
Don't let the grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest
Your love and friendship stand the test.
 
We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so;
When the time comes, please let me go.
 
Take me where my needs they'll tend
And stay with me, if you can, to the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
 
I know in time, you will see,
It is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail its last was waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.
 
Don't grieve that it should be you,
Who must decide this thing to do,
We've been so close, we two, these years;
Don't let your heart hold any tears.
 
Smile, for we walked together for a little while.

 

Dogs who've shared our lives
 
They will not go quietly,
the dogs who've shared our lives.
In the subtle ways they let us know
their spirits still survives.
 
Old habits still make us think
we hear a barking at the door.
Or step back when we drop
a tasty morsel on the floor.
Our feet still go around the place
the food dish used to be.

 

And, sometimes, coming home at night,
we miss them terribly.
 
And although time bring new friends
and a new food dish to fill.
That one place in our hearts
belongs to them...
 
and always will.
 
Our labs wouldn't want us to be without a lab because they want us happy
 

 

 

Retrievers and Training

Working Retriever Central Check out the Library

Huge Library of Retriever Training Articles

Mike Lardy Videos & Manual

 Jackie Mertens Puppy Video

Oak Hill Kennels Library Force-fetch procedure, other articles of interest

 Superdog Training Center Training Helps

  The Three "S"s Of Puppy Training: SHORT SIMPLE SUCCESSFUL

         Training Group Etiquette

         Training Retrievers Alone

        Gundog Training Magazine International

          Cold Water Tail

       

Labrador & Sport Dog Related Sites

Candlewood Kennels

Proplan Dog metabolism articles

 Understanding Retriever Pedigrees, Health Certificates & Titles

 Wing-N-Wave Labradors Interesting Articles on Lab Diseases

 Blue Knight Labradors Color Coat Chart

EIC Testing

Labrador Myopathy

      Labrador Myopathy and Testing

Athletic and Working Dog Website

 Skeletal, Joint & Connective Tissue Diseases

American Canine Sports Medicine Ass.

 

Veterinary Information Sites and Disease Information

  BMD Health Info-compilation of subjects

  Normal Values in the Dog

 Diseases and Lab Values

  Drugs & Doses

  Marvistavet (Great articles about Allergies and Diseases

  American Animal Hospital (Veterinary reference)

American Veterinary Medical Association

VetMed

VetCentric

Auburn

Cornell

Tufts

OFA

CERF

  Spring Harbor Animal Hospital Madison for OFA

US Vets that perform OFA xrays without Anesthesia

    The Importance of Good Positioning on Canine Hip X-Rays

    Examples of good and bad xrays and why 

    Locating Veterinary Chiropractors in the US

          Vet.com:     Info on insurance, meds, new products, vets  

     2006 AAHA Vaccine Protocols                        

     Designing Safe and Effective Vaccination Programs

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 Vaccine Controversy

 Vaccine Controversy 2

Blastomycosis

          Update on Canine Lyme Disease

                        Bloat

  Leptosporosis in the midwest and vaccines.

  Puppy Diarrhea

  Parvo Information Center

      Reproduction

  Dr Hutchinson Reproductive Seminar

Progesterone Testing

Hormome Levels and Breeding

 Modern Breeding Management

        Genetic Testing

      So you want to breed your female-what can happen

  Long Term Health Benefits and Risks from Early Spay and Neuter in Dogs

   

          

General Dog Reference Sites

VetGen

 AKC

Pet Education Center Lots of good info including behavior issues from Foster & Smith

         Deciding When To Let Go

Petloss

           Losing a Beloved Companion

          Wood Memorials with  Bronze Statue    

        Duck Decoy Urn

Male vs Female

 Cool Dog Sites

Breeder Resource Center For those that want more information

 Poisonous Plants Cornell

Poisonous Plants

The Poison Page

Mushroom Dangers

   Backpacking First Aid Kit

 Ear Cleaning

Wedgwood Pharmacy (generic cheques drops)

    Allergies

  Skin Allergies

  Food Allergies affecting Skin

  Secondary Skin Conditions from Allergies

   Allergies

  Sarcoptic Mites and Allergies

   Understanding Cancer in Golden Retrievers

 Nutrition & Alternative Medicine

  Why NOT to Switch from Puppy to Adult Too Soon

     Large Breed formulas article 2

Dog Food Comparison Chart

 Good Dog Magazine Articles

  Wysong Foods

 BARF

Christie Keith, Canine Wholistic Nutrition

AltVetMed

  Veterinary Nutraceuticals

 

 Misc

 Traveling with Dogs

 www.dogfriendly.com

   Become informed about activist groups like PETA and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) who dupe animal lovers into thinking they are donating millions of dollars for animal shelters and care but who really have hidden agendas to ultimately prevent you from buying purebred dogs and they also seek to prevent all hunting. They are using tax free dollars to promote their radical agendas, and if they pass the legislation they are currently backing, your next dog might have to come from a puppy mill instead of a caring breeder, and then they will go after the puppy mills. They want to eliminate all purebred dogs.

Read Conservation of HUNTERS in National Geographic

 

www.activistcash.com

PETA or the HSUS may be coming to your community to pass ordinances ultimately aimed at preventing you from having pets. They came to Richfield where I live and tried to get ordinances passed without adequately notifying the community. This is how they work. Read their agenda-No Birth Nation. Ask yourself, if they pass these next ordinances, where will you get your next Labrador or pet? Keep informed.

 

www.helpinganimals.com/i-nobirth.html

 

 

  

  Nancy Planasch

2497 Slinger Rd

Richfield, WI 53076

(262)644-5739

ErinsEdge@charter.net

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