Grandma Cruz 10.5 years old

Up for Adoption

 

Ranger is up for adoption!  To very experienced handlers only.  He is 3 years old, and would make a good family/protection dog for a family with older children.  He would also excel in Schutzhund,  SAR or a bomb or drug dog.  He is high energy, strong and intact.  He is a dominant dog and does not like other male dogs.  But if you are an experienced trainer, that shouldn't be a concern.  He knows all basic commands, has been raised in a home with children and loves to play fetch and tug.  He weighs 100+ pounds.  He will be sold on a non-breeding contract.  His fee is $5000.  If you are interested in Ranger, please fill out the application questionnaire found on the EXTRAS page of my Guardian Angel Shepherds website.  Please put Ranger's name on the top of the application.  Do not apply if you are not an experienced trainer.  You can also email me at k9trainer@dogwhisperer.ca. 

All dogs should...

... spend time in their crates, even if you're home. This is a photo of my office while I'm on the computer. If you only use your crate when you go out, your dog  may associate the crate with you leaving.   Then you will have a dog that whines and scratches the whole time he's in there. Give them something nice while they're inside like a raw bone or a stuffed Kong and they will love going in!  

During this extreme cold, I've had my dogs in 24/7. They don't all get along so this is the safest place for them. They are all happy to go in and take turns spending 15-20 minutes outside. It's a rotation of dogs all day. Dogs in crates, dogs loose in the house and dogs outside. And everyone is happy and safe!

Going clockwise, this is Gypsy, Zeus, Cruz and Gaia. 

Mary Ann

I’m honoured.

As you can tell, I was given this awhile ago. But it still means as much to me today as it did the day I received it. Thank you Susan. 

Mary Ann

Sisterly Love

Gypsy & Gaia

Mary Ann

Miss Orange aka Firecracker! - ADOPTED

 

Miss Orange is my "Firecracker!"

She's an independent, dominant female that loves people.  But you'll have to prove to her that she shouldn't take lead position.  She is best suited for experienced people who will be able to negotiate terms with her.  She is courageous and forgiving but she will sneak around the back to get that toy when you're not looking.  She's the kind of puppy I would keep for myself.  You will fall in love with her the instant you see her!  She is absolutely gorgeous!

Dog theft is at an all time high!

Dog theft is at an all time high!  Yes I said it twice. Horror stories are abundant these days and almost all have a sad ending. Police are saying only 1/10 dogs are returned safely. And if you have a grown dog that barks and normally chases off strangers, this is still not a guarantee your dog won't be taken. There are stories of thieves using catchpoles like the dog catchers do. Please do not leave your dogs unattended in yards or anywhere else for that matter!

Mary Ann

Mr. Blue - ADOPTED!

Here is what the Puppy Evaluation Test tells me about Mr. Blue:

Mr. Blue is highly social.  Loves crawling up onto your lap with all four paws.  He is in the middle of the pack, proven by the fact that he chased the ball, grabbed it and thought about going the other direction.  But with encouragement, he came back to the tester.  A good middle of the pack puppy.  He has very high food drive and his biddability is the highest I've ever seen.  He forgives once, quickly, but the second time is slower to come to the same conclusion.  For this reason I suggest this puppy go to a family with  older childen (10 and up) as opposed to youngsters.  Younger children can accidentally fall on the dog, or pull it's ears.  Not that Mr. Blue couldn't handle it but he would possibly pout or go to his crate.  He has very high food drive which is why his biddability is so high.  Mr. Blue loves his food!  He is very quick to problem solve and even faster in the learning and memory category.  Mr. Blue would do well in competition, search and rescue and would be a great pet for families with older children

Mary Ann

Miss Pink - ADOPTED!

This is what the Puppy Evaluation Test tells me about Miss Pink:

Miss Pink is incredibly happy and social.  It doesn't matter what she is doing, if there's people around, everything stops to go see them.  She is the smallest of the litter and therefore has had to fight for every morsel.  The fact she has high food drive does not surprise me.  She's tough, smart and sweet.  She entertains herself when necessary and she is very courageous. She loves her people so much she seldom if ever leaves their side.  Her biddability is above average and her forgiveness is pretty much off the charts.  Her problem solving is at the high end of the chart as is her memory/learning capabilities.  She would be perfect for a family with children of any age who wants a sweet, loving family companion they can take anywhere.  (She's my favourite!)

Mary Ann

Miss Yellow - ADOPTED!

This is what the Puppy Evaluation Test tells me about Miss Yellow.

Miss Yellow is a social dog.  She is the dominant dog of the litter which is proven in the fact she ran after the ball but did not bring it back.  She kept it for herself.  This can be remedied quickly with some training.  Remember, this are innate qualities and many can be changed through training.  Not all, but most.  She entertains herself when necessary and is courageous.  Nothing seems to phase her.  Her biddability is a little above average and her forgiveness is good.  She scored above average on her problem solving and average on her learning/memory.  She would make a good dog for a one dog household and a family with older children (10+).  Experience in training large dogs would be an asset as she is likely to insist on checking that you are still Alpha on occasion.

Mary Ann