Wigster1966 Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 On 22/07/2020 at 23:39, BroadAmbition said: As most will be aware we sadly lost our last Golden Retriever Macie dog back in December - It was her time due. Of course it was never in question about getting a fourth GR - Field / Gun stock naturally. Our next addition has to tick a few boxes, nowadays primarily the dog MUST be good with grandchildren - G.R = Tick, must be capable of taking to the the gun - G.R = Tick, must be able to retrieve better than I can shoot (That's asking a lot I know!) - G.R = Tick, must be sociable with strangers, other dogs and be keen to learn - G.R = Tick, must be a decent swimmer - G.R = Tick, Must be a crew member onboard 'B.A' - G.R = Tick We had to wait until I got MrsG back from Jockland proper in January, then wait again until after we had spent another ten days or so in March back up in Jockland sorting out her late Mums house and affairs etc. Then came that awful CV thing that we are still grappling with and the consequential lock down. So we had to wait again. After a full seven weeks or earning precisely nowt I gratefully went back to work third week of May-ish. No brass in the coffers so we had to wait again. We have actively been searching and on the hunt over the past couple of months, my lad taking the lead this time, after a few false promises, we could now be getting close. There is a litter due tomorrow down south. We are potential owners of one of the litter once we have cleared the vetting procedure which I am confident we will do so. Therefore if all goes well, we should have a new crew member come September HAVE YOU SEEN THE CURRENT PRICES THOUGH? Last year you could buy a family pet G.R puppy (Non gun dog stock) for about £600 - £800. Field stock, the acceptable or average normal price was around the £1200 mark, which is what I was expecting to pay Since Lockdown though the prices are sky rocketing. I have agreed potentially to pay £2k, yes that's right TWO THOUSAND. Wow, I can't get my breath, I have been researching and this is the new current acceptable price for a field stock G.R All the brass is 'Going To The Dogs' Griff Sorry to hear that you have lost Macie Griff - So sad when it happens but it's great that you are looking to get another dog. Breeders are good at cashing in, especially at the moment... Our last dog was a puppy and previous to that we had a rescue dog (both loopy Boxers). When the time comes we would certainly consider a rescue dog again, they deserve a chance to have a great life and we have been lucky that ours gave us years of joy until she unfortunately became very ill and we had to say goodbye.I think our next dog will be a rescue but hopefully we have a few more years with our current totally stupid (but cunningly clever) dog Jasper. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 27, 2020 Author Share Posted August 27, 2020 The lady breeder lives / works on a farm with her husband and has been there years n years apparently. Both parents are KC registered / chipped and the like. All seems above board. I am more confident this time round and have offered a deposit. Anne turned down the offer of a deposit and stated payment on collection would be fine, via internet banking or cash - My choice Herewith some photo's received today. Griff 8 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 Words fail me, especially for that last shot. Brought tears to my eyes, happy tears though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eyegreg Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 Sorry to hear about your dog. Buttershall gundogs Norfolk well recommended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieR Posted August 28, 2020 Share Posted August 28, 2020 Sounds like this is the litter for you Griff, and Purdey is amongst that pile of puppies. I’m sure that the grandchildren will soon be happy again after the last disappointment, and losing Macie. Those pics Little Purdey will have been worth the wait I’m sure! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
addicted Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Well, we didn't have to wait long for the photos. And what gorgeous photos they are. Bet the days till Purdy is home with you can't go fast enough. Carole 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garryn Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Lovely pictures. Do you know which one is Purdy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetAnne Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 It's the one holding the Yorkshire phrase book 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairTmiddlin Posted August 29, 2020 Share Posted August 29, 2020 Just now, JanetAnne said: It's the one holding the Yorkshire phrase book With a flat cap and a whippet toy 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 30, 2020 Author Share Posted August 30, 2020 Lovely pictures. Do you know which one is Purdy? 'Purdey' - And as of yet no we don't. Nor am I bothered to be honest as long as one of them end up here with us and onboard in November. Griff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted August 30, 2020 Author Share Posted August 30, 2020 Latest photo's received. Looking forward to the first video of them £16'200 worth of Golden Retrievers - Wow Griff 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanessan Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 I want one! They are so gorgeous. (Think my two might have something to say though! 🐾🐾) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Upcycler Posted August 30, 2020 Share Posted August 30, 2020 Unless I have missed a post here I am sorry, but if you purchase a female dog and you are going to call her Purdey, you have to get a male and call him Gambit? Or Steed? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petersjoy Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Abit like my daughters 2 dogs, Branston and Pickle. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 11 hours ago, Upcycler said: Unless I have missed a post here I am sorry, but if you purchase a female dog and you are going to call her Purdey, you have to get a male and call him Gambit? Or Steed? Purdey after the gun brand, not the avengers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I like double barrelled names. :-) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairTmiddlin Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 6 hours ago, MauriceMynah said: I like double barrelled names. :-) I too like them. Especially when they come in a nice walnut case. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 15 minutes ago, FairTmiddlin said: I too like them. Especially when they come in a nice walnut case. Beautiful walnut stocks! But my guess is that case carcass is Oak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted October 2, 2020 Author Share Posted October 2, 2020 The puppy that gets off the swing and is wearing a yellow collar is to become 'Purdey' We are due to collect her on Sat 17th this month. Counting down the days, Griff IMG_0793.MOV 9 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 For us at present not a dog.We are thinking of getting a cat.We lost our cats last December and January. Since then life without cats has been hard.We were going to wait until our move,but are now thinking of getting one.May get a dog when we move. Sure your dog will bring lots of joy. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxwellian Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 She looks gorgeous Griff. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnysMon Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 What a beautiful pup! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finny Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 Great news . its about time you was back on a tight leash finny 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jayfire Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 39 minutes ago, finny said: Great news . its about time you was back on a tight leash You need to restrain yourself with comments like that finny otherwise you may find your collar getting felt and yourself muzzled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
finny Posted October 3, 2020 Share Posted October 3, 2020 Nah ...he has known me long enough anyway its true finny 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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