Help! Breeders in UK?
We are in west Kent (south of London) but can't seem to find any breeders within 3 hours' drive! Surely there must be some? We don't mind driving all day but are worried about our puppys' first journey. We have decided on a dog rather than a bitch, and are ready to buy from 1st Oct as we are away for the last week of Sept. We understand we will probably have to wait months for a good quality pup to be available, but would like to contact breeders now in case we can go on a waiting list. Whats the deal with showing? Initially we are thinking not to show, but would love to learn. Do we co-own a dog even if we might not show? Is it really bad to get a dog from a showing line and then not show him? We are confused about that! Also, if we get a dog from good lines is it really bad not to sire him? Will the breeders be mad at us? Thanks Cassie & Greg |
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| Cassie.
My breeder is Val ZaZa of Stourvale Kennels. She is in Gt. Waldingfield. Have you tried the breeeders referral of the East Anglia Club? or Contact Christina Bailey of Lamedazottel. They will referr you to someone respectable if they don't have any puppies available.......... you can be assured of getting a healthy quality pup that way. If you need more help please don't fail to contact me. Good luck!! Ali |
| YAY! Good luck to you in choosing a breeder and puppy!
If your puppy comes from nice show lines than it's really up to you and the breeder to decide if you want to pursue it or not. In every litter there are some that seem more promising than others, but it is SOOOO hard to know at 8 weeks of age! However, if you're looking strictly for a pet puppy there are some areas that are obvious. For instance, since you are looking for a dog, if there is a dog in the litter that doesn't have descended testicles, it may be the perfect pet option. Excellent quality, but you can't show a dog without the "goods". 
This is my first time showing and I have really enjoyed it. I learn something every time I go out and for us I'm glad I'm showing Bingley because it would be a shame not to. . . However, it is time consuming and EXTREMELY expensive, especially to get the initial stock-pile of stuff to go with you. I'm collecting tools as I go but there are a few "must have" items from the get-go that can add up in price. Plus the cost of entry fees and parking, etc. It's worth it for me, maybe you'd love it, too!!! |
| We are kind of in the same boat. In my case I grew up showing as a kid, but then didn't for the next 25 yrs!
Originally when we got Chewie, we weren't going to show, and it wasn't required in our contract. But as he grew and when our breeder saw him at 6 months old, she asked us to reconsider. We had been grooming and preserving coat all along, so it wasn't that hard to keep going. I have been showing in obedience and rally, so adding another dog and more stuff to the trips hasn't been too difficult. 
I would talk things over with the breeder you choose and discuss what you would like to do with your puppy. For example, we wanted a pup that would do obedience, rally, therapy dog work, as well as be a working dog with our sheep. Chewie was picked from his litter as the best one to meet our needs. At first I wasn't thrilled that someone was going to pick my puppy out for me, but after meeting him , I knew he was the one! |
Hi cassie, 
Showing is up to you and the breeder and what agreements you work out there. No a dog does not have to have a stud that again is an arrangement worked out between you & the breeder, same with co-ownership, always ask lots of questions and have a list of prepared questions ready when approaching a prospective breeder. A reputable breeder will be happy to answer all & also they will ask a lot of questions too and between you and them you can work out what suits both of you & if you are confident to get a pup from them and they are confident to sell a pup to you.
Some questions to ask the breeder, are the sire and dam health screened ie hips/elbows scored with the BVA and have they been eye tested and cleared. Those should be the first on your list of questions to ask a prospective breeder before even viewing a litter.
Showing is fun and a great way to learn about the breed, from general maintenance, structure and care of the coat etc. you learn a lot about the breed while showing. Here is a link scroll down it lists the UK breed Clubs, contact the secretary of the clubs listed and they should have a referal list. http://www.kennels.co.uk/Pastoral/OldEn ... eepdog.htm Best wishes in your search for an OES. |
| Thank you so much for the replies!
We have found a breeder who is hoping her bitch is in whelp  she is not too far away, so we are hoping to visit if there are puppies on the way. It would be perfect timing for us! Then of course, we hope for a baby boy!
Trying really hard not to get too excited yet. |
| Good luck - hope you get your baby boy!!! |
| Hi bgirl.nemesis,
Good luck on your new baby boy! From what kennel is? Hello Guys, This is John from the Philippines. I'm also plannning to get a show pup from Brinkley Kennel of UK. I'm hoping and very excited that the breeder could send a top show pup. I expect the pup to arrive here by last week of October. thaks, John |
| Hi,
I'm looking for people to contact that have bought puppies from the Brinkley Kennels in the UK over the last couple of years.. Can anyone tell me how the pups are, and if they would recommmend them, any problems? |
| Hello,
Brinkley was really too far from us, but I believe them to be excellent dogs. It's a good idea to ask that question, I'm sure someone will let you know. The best thing you can do of course is contact the breeder yourself, go visit, and then visit other breeders too. Always find out about hip scores and health checks, no matter who the breeder is. Good Luck! |
I was worried about our puppy travelling also but he did wonderful, first he had a drive to airport 45 mins on plane for 30 minutes stay in cargo for 3 hours  then another flight for 25 minutes. Thats when I got him he had a pee and drink then we had to travel for 2 more hours home and boy I was ready for everything and you know what he SLEPT the whole way. It was 1 am when we got home had to introduce him to our 10 month old oes and they played till 3am and then we all slept. So I would not worry about travelling they seem to do better then us. |
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