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June Litter Am.Can.Ch. Windfall's Pipe Major x Can. Ch. Nycoma Way Maid for Watermarsh Pups born June 25--2 black females, 2 black males, 2 yellow males
For more information, please contact Heather Johnson-Lamarche at 802-879-0948 or nycomaway@verizon.net or John McComb at 450-451-4583 or j.mccomb@sympatico.ca
Fall 2008 Nycoma Way Moonshadow's Memory x Ch. Nycoma Way Tanzy Simply Bella WC
We very much look
forward to seeing the results from this first Nycoma Way linebreeding.
I am happy to refer
you to other reputable, conscientious Labrador breeders
What You Need to Know About Purchasing a Nycoma Way Puppy
Our Philosophy Please note, I do NOT sell puppies for breeding. Those puppies that I believe possess the quality I desire to continue my lines remain here in my home, or are placed with other reputable Labrador breeders with whom I have developed a relationship. My litters are planned well in advance of the breeding, with much research and analysis to try and determine the best dog for my girls. I try to weigh all of the available information regarding health, temperament, type, trainability and drive, structure, movement, and hereditary problems. With the recognition that there is no clean pedigree, or perfect Labrador, I try to make the best decisions possible. Breeding dogs is both an art and a science. There is no guarantee that a puppy will not develop an unfortunate hereditary or health problem, but we can do our best to try and minimize that possibility by weighing all of the available information and making the best informed decisions possible. I screen our breeding stock for hip, elbow, and eye soundness through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (hips and elbows) and Canine Eye Registration Foundation (eyes) as well as Optigen (eyes). I also evaluate hocks, shoulders, hearts, thyroid, and other areas as necessary, or deemed prudent given the pedigrees and dogs involved.
I believe strongly in
open communication among breeders to try and improve the health and
soundness of our breed. I do not believe in mud-slinging or
bad-mouthing when a breeder acknowledges a potential or known problem in
his or her line, or particular dog/bitch. I respect and commend
breeders who share information with others about hereditary problems
and/or concerns. It is only through open and honest communication
that we will be able to make informed decisions about our breeding
programs and to continue to improve the integrity of our breed.
Information shared openly and honestly is that alone--information and
data, not a statement about the individual or the dog in question.
Are You Interested in a Labrador Puppy?
Please Read This First.
As important as researching the breed that is right for you, we highly recommend you interview the breeder you are interested in purchasing a puppy from. You should expect a concerned and committed breeder to do the same of you. You should be concerned about compatibility--do I get a "good" feeling about this person? Is it a good fit? Would I feel comfortable coming back to this person over the course of my dog's life to ask questions or obtain advice? Is he or she committed to the welfare of this breed, or is he or she just concerned about profit? What is the breeder's home like? Is it clean? Does the breeder allow you to just pick out whatever puppy you want, or does s/he carefully temperament test and match a puppy based upon the best "fit" with your lifestyle, goals, and expectations for your future companion? Where are the puppies born and raised? Are they raised in the home? Are the puppies and other dogs clean and healthy? Will the breeder provide references from his or her veterinarian or other puppy homes? Purchasing a Labrador puppy is a 12-15 year commitment, on average. Concerned breeders will feel responsible for that puppy for its entire 12-15 years. Has the breeder stated that he or she will take back or re-home a puppy or adult, regardless of age, if you can no longer care for it? What does the breeder's contract state? What are your protections? What are the breeder's protections? At Nycoma Way, I spend considerable time interviewing, getting to know, and visiting with each and every prospective puppy home. I am very selective in the choice of homes for mypuppies. I can do this because I do not have many puppies available. I typically breed only one, occasionally two, litters a year. As a result, most of my puppies are reserved before the puppies are even born. I do not sell puppies over the Internet, and prefer to meet each family in person before committing to selling a puppy. If an in-person visit is not possible due to distance, a more in-depth and lengthy interview process is initiated. I typically develop on-going relationships with my puppy homes, enjoying holiday pictures and cards, emails, notes, and visits. I am committed to the life of each puppy that leaves my home, and do all that I can to make sure that a Nycoma Way puppy goes to the best home possible. Please feel free to contact me with any questions about upcoming litters or my Labradors in general. I will happily send my puppy questionnaire and puppy packet to interested parties upon request.
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Heather
Johnson-Lamarche
Nycoma Way Labradors
802.879.0948
nycomaway@verizon.net
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