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More puppies - DeLacey Irish Wolfhounds

Rhan Irish Wolfhounds are here�come and meet our family!!

Planned breeding November 2004 - "The Lord of the Rings" Litter (RESERVED)

These two exceptional hounds are due to be bred November 2004. Careful evaluation of prospective buyers has been made to ensure the right puppy goes to the right home.

This will be our dam�s first litter, and we have every confidence in her to be the perfect mother.  We have this confidence because we are aware of the breeding and birthing capabilities of the preceding 3 generations through our breeder at SUNSTAG (Reg) Irish Wolfhounds.

We feel this mating will produce an exceptional litter of puppies, with qualities that are as near as possible to the ideal for the breed.

We evaluated every point of our dogs before we made a decision to breed.  After all, the goal for breeding should be to produce a better dog, and we feel that this combination will be a great match, and a good balance. 

We have chosen carefully to ensure this pair compliments one another, and whose bloodlines will strengthen any weaknesses and emphasize good qualities.

Pre-breeding health checks have been performed, which means regular veterinary care, screening for genetic problems, pre-breeding testing and regular exercise and excellent nutrition.  And everything will be done to maintain a well-balance, high-quality diet throughout the pregnancy.

We will strive to ensure every single puppy goes to an owner who will provide it with the same love and devotion for life that we have provided for the first eight to ten weeks. 

We have learned a lot about the breed, and know the pros and cons of new ownership.  It is important that we share this information --- including the negative aspects --- with prospective puppy owners.  Puppies will come with vaccination/health records, feeding instructions for the puppy as well as a copy of the sales agreement/contract.  A copy of the AKC registration papers for the puppy will be issued upon full payment.  A puppy guide will also be included.

So once we have assisted in the birth, worried over the newborns, and laughed at the puppies� antics as they grow, we will be informing new owners of their best source (besides ourselves) for information on sharing a long, fulfilling, active life with their new pet.  This information comes foremost from the Irish Wolfhound Club of America, www.iwclubofamerica.org and the American Kennel Club.  www.akc.org

The Irish Wolfhound Club of America should be your first port of call.  They will supply you with a great wealth of information, to help you ascertain if this is the right breed for your family, as well as providing invaluable information on every aspect of caring for and raising an Irish Wolfhound.

The American Kennel Club is dedicated to providing service and support to the owners of purebred dogs.

1.    We will give you the individual registration application, and help you complete it properly.

2.    We will encourage you to submit the form to the AKC.  Your dog will not be official registered until you  do this.

3.    We will emphasize the importance of the AKC registration. 

Without an AKC registration number your dog can not be entered in shows, companion dog events, or performance events.

But most importantly, if you do not register your dog, you will be missing out on the wealth of information and services made available by the AKC, which they are so eager to provide.

Once your dog is registered, its owners will be entitled to 60 days introductory, no-cost health insurance through the AKC Pet Healthcare Plan and are automatically included in an outreach program designed to enhance the dog-owning experience.  New owners receive a complimentary copy of AKC Puppies magazine and a list of local and national breed clubs.

The AKC will keep owners up to date on exciting dog events held around the country, on legislation affecting dog owners, and on advances and alerts on canine health. 

You will be made aware of programs such as Companion Animal Recovery which can return a lost dog to its home. 

And that�s just the beginning��������..

And remember, we will be DELIGHTED by phone calls and letters/e-mails describing your puppies� first teeth, birthday parties, and other milestones.  We�ll be thrilled to receive photos, or portraits with the puppy right in the middle of a happy family, at the least, a Family Christmas Card..

But we are also ready for bad news, maybe a perfect family splitting up and leaving your dog homeless, or an unexpected illness, or a job transfer/residence change which leaves your dog homeless. We will be here with advice and support for any situation.  We will answer your questions, provide resources, and assist with any problem.  We have made a commitment to the puppies we will bring into this world for the whole of their lives.  Therefore we would never turn our back on the dogs we have bred. 

Ensuring each puppy�s quality of life is our main concern, from the moment we decided to breed.

BASIC PUPPY NEEDS

Dry food/diet schedule

Feeding and water bowls

Carrying/sleeping crate (for trip home with puppy only)

Bed

Collar and leash

Grooming supplies (brushes, shampoo, etc.)

Muzzle/first-aid kit (go through the kit with your vet to be sure you understand what each thing is for)  Remember Veterinary assistance is always the best first option.

http://www.akc.org  Search: First Aid Kit

Save this number, it could save your pet's life: Animal Poison Hotline: 888 232 8870

Always have your vet and emergency vet numbers to hand.  If your own vet does not have an emergency service, check out your nearest "out of hours" emergency vet, and make sure you know how to get there, before any emergencies could arise.  It will keep you calm and will save you very valuable time.  Save the numbers in your phone, cell phone, keep the information to hand, a good place is on the fridge, or notice board.

Flea preparations

Safe chew products (Nylabone, Gumabone)

Edible chew products (treats/rewards), preferably home made (you can be sure what's in them)

Finding a Veterinarian

An important part of your preparations should include finding a local veterinarian who can provide quality health care in the form of routine check-ups, inoculations, and prompt medical attention in case of illness or an emergency.  Whilst conducting this search, ensure the vet you choose has a good knowledge of sighthounds, preferably Wolfhounds specifically.  It is always a good idea to talk to people already using his/her services, get references if you can.

Getting Acquainted

Plan to bring your puppy home in the morning if possible so that by nightfall he will have had some time to become acquainted with you and his new environment.  Avoid introducing the pup to the family around holiday time, since all the extra excitement will only add to the confusion and frighten him.  Let the puppy enter your home on a day when the routine is normal.  For those people who work during the week, a Saturday morning is an ideal time to bring a puppy to his new home; this way he has the entire weekend to make adjustments before being left alone for a few hours, come Monday morning. 

Preferably new owners who work should take a weeks vacation to help settle the puppy into his new home, this way you can start leaving him for a few minutes at a time, building it up gradually.

Resist the temptation to handle him too much during these first few days.  And, if there are other dogs or animals around the house, make certain all are properly introduced.  If you observe fighting among the animals, or some other problems, you may have to separate all parties until they learn to accept one another.  Remember that neglecting your other pets while showering the new puppy with extra attention will only cause animosity and jealousy.

On that first eventful night, try not to give in and let the puppy sleep with you; otherwise, this could become a difficult habit to break.  Let him cry and whimper, even if it means a night of restlessness for the entire family.  Remember that this furry little fellow is used to the warmth and security of his mother and siblings, so the adjustment to sleeping alone will take time.  (All of this information, and much more will be supplied in our "Puppy Guide")

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