WooHoo it is final

I'm getting my Aussie, from a different breeder than I posted about here a few weeks ago. If you read my LJ you'd know. Anyways for those that don't know here is the breeder:
http://www.risingstaraussies.com/

She has excellent dogs with excellent health & excellent pedigree & excellent history!

And to top it all off, I get FIRST pick of a merle male, any color merle!
I'm hoping for a red merle with at least one blue eye, but personality is my main concern!
I can't hold back my happiness. The pups should be here & ready for a home around June! YIPPIE!!!
:D :) ;) :p :cool:

CONGRATS! I can't wait that long...I don't think you can either! It looks like an awesome litter! Can't wait to see photos!

I love Red merles...and there...they are looking gorgeous!

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Originally posted by Lexi_Lover
CONGRATS! I can't wait that long...I don't think you can either! It looks like an awesome litter! Can't wait to see photos!

I love Red merles...and there...they are looking gorgeous!

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Tell me about it, The litter probably won't be ready to go to a home until late May/early June.
I'm so anxious.

I think she said in an earlier post that..she has gotten her other dogs from a rescue..so she would just like ot give this a shot!

Plus if you don't then those pups could also just go to a shelter and then she would have adopted it there! I see what you're saying though!

Personally, I see nothing wrong with getting a dog from a breeder. You actually get the chance to meet the parents, raise it yourself, etc. I would rather raise and train a dog myself than get one from the shelter, because you never know what you're getting and you don't know the dog's history and how it was raised... It is so much easier to start training when a dog is young, than to get, say, a 2yr old who has had a terrible past and then you end up having to try to work with the dog while hitting your head against the wall and going through all this professional training with it to turn it's life back around. I think lv4dogs made a great decision and I can't wait to hear about the pups when they are born.

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CONGRATS!!! :D I hope to see MANY pics of your future pup. :)

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Originally posted by luvofallhorses
lexi_lover,

I see where she's coming from and you're right that those pups could end up at a shelter as well..i didn't mean to sound like a jerk i am sorry lv4dogs..congrats it's just me that i would never buy from a breeder i can't wait to see pics :D

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Thats quite alright! I know where you are coming from. Heck I tell others the same exact thing! (but I am more stern LOL) :)

I have worked in 2 different vets offices for a combined total of about 7 years, I also volunteer at 2 local shelters & have for years & years. All of all my animals (besides fish and an "accidental" ferret that an ex bought) have all come from shelters/rescues/foster groups etc.. etc..
I have also assisted obedience, agility & behavioral classes.

I know there are a LOT of good dogs out there that need a home but with the luck I have had and to option to do agility while I am still young and the fact that I am supporting a reputable breeder no BYB or mill, the fact that I help homelesss animals & shelters makes me believe that I truly deserve one healthy dog in my lifetime.

I always told myself I would never buy from a breeder, but with having nothing but bad luck with mobility problems in dogs and me wanting to do agility oh so bad I chose to find a reputable breeder that breeds ONLY to improve the breed.

This will be my only dog I will purchase form a breeder. I will conitue to get them at shelters and I support shelters by volunteering & by supplying goods for them and helping with fundraising events.

Any more ?'s please don't hessitate to ask! And yes I appreciate your concern and am glad you asked me about it. Thank you!!!!

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Originally posted by BCBlondie
Personally, I see nothing wrong with getting a dog from a breeder. You actually get the chance to meet the parents, raise it yourself, etc. I would rather raise and train a dog myself than get one from the shelter, because you never know what you're getting and you don't know the dog's history and how it was raised... It is so much easier to start training when a dog is young, than to get, say, a 2yr old who has had a terrible past and then you end up having to try to work with the dog while hitting your head against the wall and going through all this professional training with it to turn it's life back around. I think lv4dogs made a great decision and I can't wait to hear about the pups when they are born.

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i agree 100%! thats why we got Jesse from a breeder.

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Originally posted by luvofallhorses
it is just an experiment to see how healthy they really are right? well I am glad aussies don't have health problems but you never know some could :confused: but anyways i hope you're planning to spay/neuter your dog..anyways congrats :D

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Yes, he will be neutered at 6 months of age, I ALWAY neuter/spay all my pets! NO exceptions.

It's not an experiment, it is a chance to follow through with my dream.
And actually Aussies can have health problems, the most common being hip displaysia, eye problems & epilepsy.
BUT ALL of her dogs are OFA certified & all have come out clean & CERF cleared, NOT ONE SINGLE dog in her lines has ever had any health problems, including but not limited to eyes, hips, lupus, cancer, epilepsy to name a few.

I know it is not guranteed that my dog will not have health problems but the fact that her dogs lines are so great it GREATLY reduces my chances.

how exciting! i bet you'll get a beautful loving family member!:D

Congratulations!! I can't wait to hear more about your puppy.. The parents are both absolutely gorgeous, especially the dad! :D




luvofallhorses, I don't think its right that you are turning her thread about the excitement of her new puppy in to some argument..

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Originally posted by molucass
luvofallhorses, I don't think its right that you are turning her thread about the excitement of her new puppy in to some argument..

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I agree...I was just going to say that! Everybody has their own opinions!

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Originally posted by molucass


luvofallhorses, I don't think its right that you are turning her thread about the excitement of her new puppy in to some argument..

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i have to agree with you Cory,you seem to be angry at her to be buying a puppy from a breeder.She just decided to buy from a breeder

Congrats!:D I cant wait to see some pictures of your new boy!:D This is so exciting!!!;)

yeah!! more puppy breath!! May/June does seem like such a long time....eehh!! Hopefully it will go by fast! It is awesome that you are going to have such a great pup to start agility with. I've only done a tiny bit with Sahara and it is so much fun! And the first pick! :D That is great!!! Keep us updated

How exciting!!!! Aussies are so gorgeous!

Also agility sounds so exciting too, I've always wanted to do that, but there's nothing like that around here.

I bet now until May/June is going to be a LONG wait hehe, I know what that feels like, except I only had to wait for about a month with Jasper and it seemed like forever ;)

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Originally posted by BCBlondie
Personally, I see nothing wrong with getting a dog from a breeder. You actually get the chance to meet the parents, raise it yourself, etc. I would rather raise and train a dog myself than get one from the shelter, because you never know what you're getting and you don't know the dog's history and how it was raised... It is so much easier to start training when a dog is young, than to get, say, a 2yr old who has had a terrible past and then you end up having to try to work with the dog while hitting your head against the wall and going through all this professional training with it to turn it's life back around. I think lv4dogs made a great decision and I can't wait to hear about the pups when they are born.

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I agree with Di 100%

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Originally posted by molucass
luvofallhorses, I don't think its right that you are turning her thread about the excitement of her new puppy in to some argument..

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Ditto...

While I’ll never again purchase from any kind of breeder, at least lv4dogs has done it the right way.

To purchase or rescue is a personal decision. We all have our own opinions on this issue, so let’s please not turn nasty, yet again. I’m so tired of our PT family fighting all the time. :(

I will say congrats on the new puppy, and I’ll look forward to pictures. :)

Di - while I respect your opinion, and I agree that you have a point to a degree, I have to say it’s even more rewarding when you take a shelter dog and “turn them around” into a wonderful member of the family. You never know what you’re getting with any dog, whether it’s well bred, running the streets, from a shelter, or from a BYB. If you put in the time, love, patience and guidance, ANY dog can be what you want it to be.

lv4dogs - Do you have names picked out yet? :)