There is mama Etta — look at her with her big baby belly. With just about two and a half weeks until the Game On litter (BlazE x Etta) is due, we spent Mother’s Day weekend cleaning the floors, scrubbing them again for good measure, and breaking out all of our puppy gear. There is…
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Three Doves is honored to be recognized by the American Kennel Club as an AKC Breeder of Merit. The AKC Breeder of Merit program recognizes breeders who are dedicated to preserving and improving their breed through responsible breeding practices, participation in AKC events, health testing, and a demonstrated commitment to the future of purebred dogs.…
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This past Saturday, BlazE had the chance to do a practice hunt test in Hillsboro, Illinois, and he showed exactly why he loves this work. From the moment the bird was in the air, he was alert, focused, and ready to go. The tall grass, warm weather, and pond made for a great training day.…
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Yesterday, the puppies went for a trip to a farm to have temperament testing. The temperament testing involves having a stranger call the puppy to them, petting the puppy in a more dominant position, restraining the puppies, exposing them to loud sounds, and other objects, and seeing how they retrieve. The puppies all did well…
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Does your dog try to kick at a trapped bird instead of making a clean retrieve? 🐕🦺 In this video I show how I worked through that problem with my Springer Spaniel, Blaze, using a simple basket-and-bumper drill. Instead of kicking at the bird, this setup encourages the dog to put his head straight in…
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One of the most common questions our puppy buyers ask is,“How much do Springer Spaniels shed—and what can we do about it?” The short answer:Yes, Springer Spaniels do shed. They’re not in the “non-shedding” or “hypoallergenic” category, but with the right grooming routine, their shedding is very manageable and their coats stay healthy and beautiful.…
Continue readingDo Springer Spaniels Shed a Lot? Our Experience & Favorite De-Shedding Tool
The Apple Dumpling Gang is 14 days old and their eyes are beginning to open. Soon they will be walking around and playing.
