Vogue and Striker were bad dogs and had a one time love affair. The result - 10 (Yes TEN) beautiful bundles of dark mahogany red!
While I did not intend on doing this cross, the pedigree is exciting and the dogs are gorgeous. They may have just done us all a favor. Both parents are MDR1, PRA and H/C Clear/Normal. Vogue is OFA Good and Striker es Excellent. Half the litter had natural bob tails and they all have the deepest darkest reds around. Reds also darken as they age. Whelped 11/16/11
I always wanted to name a litter 'Chaotic' names. With all this redness and under these circumstances it seems totally appropriate.
If you want to really see how we raise puppies, go to
It is an early learning/stimulation exercise beginning at 3 days old. We have had wonderful success with our puppies being well adjusted, confident and generally at ease with the world. They are used to being handled which is extremely important. All puppies go through phases of personality changes but the puppies we use this technique on are more 'balanced' and even natured across the board. And trimming toenails is much easier on these little guys!
Tails and dewclaws are done by a veterinarian by 3 days of age.
The puppies are vaccinated and wormed appropriately for age.
Before leaving home they are vet checked for structural stability, organs (heart, lungs, etc.) and general well being.
Eyes are checked by a veterinary ophthalmologist.
I am deeply invested in making sure the babies turn out as well as possible. We take the puppies to Pat Hastings for their 'puppy puzzle' - an evaluation of structure. To learn more about this process go to http://www.dogfolk.com/
While it is tempting to 'order' a puppy based on color and gender - please keep in mind that the perfect colored puppy may not be the most suitable for your lifestyle. Temperament testing will be done and puppies matched to homes based on suitability first - color second. But I will do my best to let the expectant mamma know what we are hoping for! :)
They are exposed to clicker training beginning with their very first meal.
The puppies are priced and sold on the basis of quality. I have no problem putting a breed quality puppy in a pet home on a spay/neuter contract. An appropriate health guarantee based on the above testing is provided. We are doing everything we can to make sure these little lives will continue for a very long time.
MOST IMPORTANTLY the puppies will be born in our home and raised with lots of love, attention and puppy-size adventures!
We maintain a waiting list and invite your inquiries.
Contact Cheryl@chandreafarms.com or phone 509-710-8939 if you are interested in a special 'Chandrea' puppy of your very own.
Why breed dogs?
A dependable breeder has a long laundry list of things to do before ever producing one litter of puppies. Both parents and their ancestors (and many other dogs to narrow it down to just two) are researched for health issues and the cross is carefully considered. Will this cross better the breed? Is the liklihood of genetic defect as little as possible? What about temperament or working ability? Just a few of the questions to ask. All breeding dogs are health checked at great expense by specialized veterinarians for structural faults, ophthalmology and various blood work as needed. Breeding dogs are well maintained with nourishment, vaccinations, worming, exercise, training. Some won't breed dogs unless they have earned a recognition or title in their chosen venue or area of competition. Any competition/activity requires long hours of training, miles and miles of driving and the costly expense of entry fees.
The best breeders carefully screen prospective homes and sell the majority of their puppies on spay/neuter contracts with appropriate health guarantees. They also make provision to help re-home the puppy if needed, or take it back if absolutely necessary. If you wander through any Humane Society you will notice that the vast majority of abandoned dogs are lab x, shepherd x, husky x, etc, etc. In other words, people who do not maintain their dogs, keep them contained, take care of their health with spay/neuter. Breeders are often criticized for over-population, but the majority of the problem comes from the backyard of any given neighborhood.
Dedicated breeders do what they do because they love their breed and strive to improve it. You can't improve the breed without breeding. The amount of time, effort, cost, hope, joy and occasional heartbreak that goes into producing a quality litter of puppies is immeasurable. The real pay-off isn't in dollars and cents - it is in the phone calls, emails and pictures from the families that adore the life you helped create. And, from the satisfaction of knowing that you gave that puppy the best start possible in terms of health, temperament and placement. Dogs help make people happy. Well bred and raised puppies are more likely to have permanent homes, less health issues and be easier to train. Their traits and instincts are known - you know what you are getting when you purchase a purebred dog from a quality, responsible breeder.
Responsible breeders work very hard to make this happen.
We are working very hard to make this happen.
Cheryl
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This little guy is a love. He is well traveled and well started on crate and leash training. He is ready to be your new best friend!
MAYHEM - Red Tri Male/NBT
This handsome young man loves people. He is very attentive and willing and available.
HAVOC - Red tri girl
The smallest puppy in the litter, this little girl is just adorable! She is fun and friendly and playful and ready for a wonderful family life!
RUCKUS - Red tri male
This most handsome boy is looking for a very special home. He is handsome, brave, smart, HANDSOME! Looking for a breed/show, performance, co-own home. He is going to be a stunning grown dog.
