I don’t like using the word “bitch” because it has a derogatory meaning in common language, but there is actually a difference between the words dam/bitch.
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Inside or Outside?
Raising a puppy indoors offers several advantages compared to raising them outdoors:
Socialization: Indoor environments typically provide more opportunities for puppies to interact with people, other pets, and various household stimuli. This exposure helps them develop better social skills and adaptability.
Safety: Indoors, puppies are protected from outdoor hazards such as extreme weather, predators, poisonous plants, and traffic. This controlled environment reduces the risk of accidents or illnesses.
Comfort: Puppies raised indoors are more likely to be comfortable and secure, benefiting from a consistent temperature, shelter, and access to amenities like beds, toys, and designated potty areas.
Training: Indoor settings facilitate easier training and supervision, as owners can closely monitor behavior, implement house training routines, and provide immediate feedback and guidance.
Bonding: Living indoors with humans fosters a stronger bond between puppies and their owners or caregivers. The close proximity allows for more frequent interactions, affection, and attention, which are essential for a healthy emotional connection.
Overall, raising a puppy indoors provides a nurturing, safe, and conducive environment for their physical, mental, and emotional development.
CHIC Number!
All testing and Dixie Rose’s health clearances are complete and after extensive rounds of testing, she has met every standard and issued her CHIC number! We are so proud! There is no better way to celebrate than with about 1,000 rounds of fetch. (read more about CHIC below)
CHIC# 193071
A CHIC number is issued when test results are entered into the database satisfying each breed-specific requirement and when the dog’s owner has opted to release the results into the public domain.
Dixie Rose’s results are public record. While our record is positive, it’s important to note that had she failed her test, that would have been public record too. I strongly believe that ethical breeding includes transparency of information and that it demonstrates our integrity and commitment to ethical breeding practices.
Permanent Identification
Regardless of breed, each dog must be permanently identified in order to have test results included in CHIC. Permanent identification may be in the form of a microchip or tattoo.
Canine Health Information Center (CHIC)
Database
The Canine Health Information Center, also known as CHIC, is a centralized canine health database jointly sponsored by the AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF) and the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA). CHIC, working with participating parent clubs, provides a resource for breeders and owners of purebred dogs to research and maintain information on the health issues prevalent in specific breeds.
Browse by breed to see if your dog breed is currently enrolled in the CHIC program and what tests are required to obtain a CHIC number.
To find a dog already in the CHIC Database, search here.
For more information about CHIC eligibility, obtaining a CHIC number, fees, and how to enroll a breed in the CHIC program read the CHIC Frequently Asked Questions.
Golden Retriever Puppies 