Jennifer, So often parents have forgotten that having a puppy in the home with very young children (under 6) can be very stressful. It is like adding another child to take care of and some just forget how much time is required to train the puppy to be the adult dog they want to share their home with. It really is more about being consistent on a regular basis using positive behavior training methods to achieve good results. But you are so correct, it is the responsibility of the adults to be primary caretakers and trainers so everyone enjoys the cavalier for many years to come. Be patient and keep exploring breeders so when you are ready to add a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to your home, everyone at home knows what to expect. If you like, you can email me privately and I can give you some names of West coast breeders that may be helpful. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Patricia Powers Pratt Cavaliers -----Original Message----- From: JennDWK <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Sunday, October 14, 2001 5:41 AM Subject: Re: [CKCS-L] checkered flag? yellow flag? red flag?
>Hi, Sandra--I "never" post to the list, having joined a few weeks ago in my >on-going "research" of breeds for our family pet.........so, I typically >read and learn. Anyway, I just had to respond regarding your quandry over >the family with young children who were considering one of your pups as a >pet. I was encouraged that you mentioned you don't "automatically" >eliminate families as potential homes for a pup. I've been at this whole >process of looking and asking and maybe sometimes being a bit pesky in my >ignorance, but it is soooo frustrating for breeders to blow me off as soon >as I tell them I have young kids.......even when I tell them I am "just" >gathering info, at this point. > >You said most things were "nice" about this family, and from what you >mentioned it sounded to me like they were not being impulsive, and were >taking time to consider this decision. I personally believe it is OK if all >the children in the home aren't totally "into" the family pet at all >times--kids are kids, and they have lots of different interests and are in >the process of learning all about their world, and the world that they share >with their siblings, parents, and pets. I believe it is the job of the >adults in the home to primarily care for any pets--as kids get older, yes >they can help and learn what it means to provide for all an animal needs. >But, bottom line, it is the adults' responsibility to ensure the safety, >health and happiness of a pet. From what you said, it sounded to me like >these parents recognized this. I think it is good that you and they both >are deliberating the appropriateness of this decision. But if you believe >the home environment to be a good one for the puppy, then this family may >enjoy many years of joy and love and reward in having this pet. > >I also looked at the pictures of Jasmine's litter--of course, the puppies >are tooooo precious! But Mom is really beautiful, as well. BTW, I grew up >with Labs, and they are my fave big dogs! > >~Jennifer, stay-at-home Mom to three kids in San Diego, CA (really hoping a >good breeder gives our family a chance someday!!) > -- ><[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >========================================================= >"Magic Commands": >to stop receiving mail for awhile, click here and send the email: >mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20NOMAIL >to start it up gain click here: >mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20MAIL > > E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] for assistance. >Search the Archives... http://apple.ease.lsoft.com/archives/ckcs-l.html > >All e-mail sent through CKCS-L is Copyright 1999 by its original author. > ========================================================= "Magic Commands": to stop receiving mail for awhile, click here and send the email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20NOMAIL to start it up gain click here: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]?body=SET%20CKCS-L%20MAIL E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED] for assistance. Search the Archives... http://apple.ease.lsoft.com/archives/ckcs-l.html All e-mail sent through CKCS-L is Copyright 1999 by its original author.
