C2R performs nomographs (blood tests that show antibody levels) on breeding bitches to determine levels of immunity passed on to the puppies. This gives us detailed information about when EACH puppy should be vaccinated, how often, and if they are actually immunized against Parvo and Distemper. CORE VACCINES: Parvo and Distemper. DAPP or DAPPi. (distemper, …
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Potty training requires careful observation of the dog or puppy you bring into your home – no matter what age. Have some paper towel and some Windex handy! It’s inevitable that your new puppy/dog will go potty on your floor. When a dog/puppy enters into a new place, there are so many new smells and …
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Owning a breeding operation is not an inexpensive venture. Along with a lot of hard work, daily hard work, comes the expenses. If done properly, the pack has to stay at its optimum health for reproducing quality dogs. Here is a generalized list of what our expenses have been this past year, for a breeding …
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The American Kennel Club recognizes a 13″ and a 15″ variety of Beagle. The term “Pocket Beagle” is a marketing scam – they breed runts to runts to runts and you end up with a very small body size while the organs stay normal size, so you end up with lots of health issues and …
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Of course you want a Beagle – they are small enough for living inside your home, they are merry little hounds that make you laugh. They are kind and most love children and even other animals if acclimated properly. They do need some grooming but not as much hair as say, a German Shepherd. But …
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Anyone can breed dogs. So why buy from C2R? We have been breeding Beagles for a decade, and have dozens of litters under our belt. We breed for ourselves- to improve our hunting stock and show stock. We have invested thousands of dollars into our dogs and have a vested interest in producing well-bred Beagles …
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About Your Dog’s Nails A dog’s nails are a bit different than ours, so it’s important to learn some tips for trimming them safely and making the experience as positive as possible for your pup. Instead of a flat nail like humans have, our dogs have curved and oval-shaped nails. Dog nails are made up …
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While you wait for your new puppy or dog to arrive, there are things you can do to prepare your home. Just like babies, puppies and even sometimes adult dogs will go around your house and yard and explore the new scene. Think like a dog and look at what is at their eye level …
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We found this on the internet – very informative about training your new dog! Resource guarding is when a Beagle reacts when they perceive a threat to a valuable resource in their possession. The Beagle feels they are about to lose something and takes action to keep it. Resource guarding does not always have to …
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Part of being a good breeder is learning about health and nutrition and training. Here at C2R, we have a large network of veterinary friends, long-time breeders, and mentors. We record and track our litters and continuously try to improve our packs, ever learning new things. As of September 6, 2023, Rachel Lucas at Chance …
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