What Happens when our dogs retire?
When our dogs reach the age of 8 years old we retire them from the Conformation circuit. but they do not stop showing. At this age they continue or start showing in the Agility, Obedience & other canine sports rings. This way our dogs stay as health, fit, and happy as long as they can. Most of our dogs live to be 10-15 years old and that leaves them plenty of time to earn Agility, Obedience & Canine Sports Titles to increase the value of their progeny and bloodlines. When we feel the dogs can no longer keep up they are fully retired and live out their last years at a retirement kennel which is quiet and spacious with plenty of sunny spots and trees to lay under.
What's Done at the retirement facility
When our dogs are retired at 8 they are moved to this facility and every month they are examined by our experienced vet who is knowledgeable in senior dog ailments and breed specific diseases. Our senior's start their day at
8 A.M.- The start of the day. Our seniors are checked on. If they are still asleep we check to make sure they aren't ill. If things are fine they are given another half an hour after which they are woken up and fed.
8:30 A.M.- Morning Feeding time. Our dogs are usually awake and waiting for breakfast by this time and at this time our vet has made the morning mixes for each dog. Each dog has a specific feeding plan unique to their needs and requirements. Each breakfast is well balanced, grain free whole food made by our vet mixed with vitamin mixes and essential oils for a healthy coat and body. If they suffer from arthritis they are given the appropriate medication for it as well.
9 A.M.- At this time the kennel is unlocked allowing the dogs to go relieve themselves and wake up and great their other fellow senior friends. During this time we are cleaning their rooms in case there were any accidents in the night.
10 A.M.- At this time our still active seniors start their show training. We usually have them run a simple agility course to keep them on their toes. If they are not scheduled for any shows they are set up on a treadmill at a slow walk or jog to keep their bodies limber and moving.
11 A.M.- At this time our fully retired seniors are taken on their daily walk to the dog park to play and socialize. Even though they are retired they do many things.
2 P.M.- At this time our fully retired dogs are usually doing Meet and Greets and Breed Ambassador Events. At Shows, parks and Local Dog events and adopt-a-pet expos.
5 P.M.- At this time all our dogs are done with their training and events and are able to just relax at the center. The dogs that are suffering from Arthritis get hydrotherapy at this time as well. And dogs are given their nightly medication if any is required.
7 P.M.- Nightly Feeding Time. At this time our vet does the same thing they did in the morning and are fed their dinners which also have all the beneficial nutrients, minerals and essential oils as their breakfast does. after they eat their dinner they are given a doggie dessert of banana based dog safe ice cream or dog safe cake.
9 P.M.- The kennel is closed to visitors by 7 P.M and this is the time we lock the dogs in for the night so they can got to bed or relax with their toy(s) and have some well deserved "me time"
8 A.M.- The start of the day. Our seniors are checked on. If they are still asleep we check to make sure they aren't ill. If things are fine they are given another half an hour after which they are woken up and fed.
8:30 A.M.- Morning Feeding time. Our dogs are usually awake and waiting for breakfast by this time and at this time our vet has made the morning mixes for each dog. Each dog has a specific feeding plan unique to their needs and requirements. Each breakfast is well balanced, grain free whole food made by our vet mixed with vitamin mixes and essential oils for a healthy coat and body. If they suffer from arthritis they are given the appropriate medication for it as well.
9 A.M.- At this time the kennel is unlocked allowing the dogs to go relieve themselves and wake up and great their other fellow senior friends. During this time we are cleaning their rooms in case there were any accidents in the night.
10 A.M.- At this time our still active seniors start their show training. We usually have them run a simple agility course to keep them on their toes. If they are not scheduled for any shows they are set up on a treadmill at a slow walk or jog to keep their bodies limber and moving.
11 A.M.- At this time our fully retired seniors are taken on their daily walk to the dog park to play and socialize. Even though they are retired they do many things.
2 P.M.- At this time our fully retired dogs are usually doing Meet and Greets and Breed Ambassador Events. At Shows, parks and Local Dog events and adopt-a-pet expos.
5 P.M.- At this time all our dogs are done with their training and events and are able to just relax at the center. The dogs that are suffering from Arthritis get hydrotherapy at this time as well. And dogs are given their nightly medication if any is required.
7 P.M.- Nightly Feeding Time. At this time our vet does the same thing they did in the morning and are fed their dinners which also have all the beneficial nutrients, minerals and essential oils as their breakfast does. after they eat their dinner they are given a doggie dessert of banana based dog safe ice cream or dog safe cake.
9 P.M.- The kennel is closed to visitors by 7 P.M and this is the time we lock the dogs in for the night so they can got to bed or relax with their toy(s) and have some well deserved "me time"
In The End?
Nobody likes to talk about death...but it is a part of life...everything that begins must end. And we know they won't live forever so we have taken preparations for this. When our dogs are retired we have a headstone and plot picked at the memorial garden that is on site. But enough about that. If our dogs health has failed past the point of confort or they no longer have a quality of life They will be gently put to sleep in their individual rooms that way they are not in a cold environment such as a vet office. When we choose to do this we have our assistant place the dogs head in their lap and the gently pet the dog and whisper and talk to him or her while the vet administers the drug. And the gently fall asleep. Once their heart stops we say our personal good byes and have them placed in the Memorial Garden. All visitors are welcome to visit and leave flowers and talk to our past dogs.