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And what is up with the Names? Named after the enchanting Colorado territory, our story is woven with threads of love and a promise of connection that runs deep. It’s a bit of a long tale, rich with memories and heartfelt moments that have shaped who we are today. Our very first chocolates, which we fondly refer to as the heart of our operation, were named Thor, Gypsy, and Holly. From the very beginning, these three captured my heart and soul, embodying the spirit of joy and affection that we aim to share through our dogs. As time moved on and they gracefully retired, a lovely family in Denver, the Coles, stepped in to embrace them. They now enjoy a wonderful life nestled in the serene mountains of Colorado, where nature and love intertwine effortlessly. Mr. and Mrs. Cole are truly unbelievably kind, and their warmth enriches the lives of those around them. Kathryn, a talented artist and loving member of our Fairfax Pines Family, has immortalized our dogs in several of her breathtaking paintings. Through her artistry, we have a little piece of the "OG" Fairfax Pines forever captured in Colorado—an everlasting reminder of the love we have for our legacy. If you are fortunate enough to become part of our family, you will discover that we have fostered many connections, with several families gathering together in Colorado over the years. These reunions are nothing short of exhilarating and joyous celebrations—an embodiment of the love we share that binds us. Imagine the vibrant atmosphere in the Colorado Rocky Mountain high, where love and laughter and the ole' rollie pollie Thor fills the air. But certainly, we always make it a point to cue "Country Roads" by John Denver, a song that resonates deeply with our journey. It encapsulates the spirit of adventure, the warmth of homecoming, and the love that is at the core of our FFP family. So, as you dive deeper into our story, remember that every name, every celebration, and every moment is a testament to the love and promise that we cherish at Fairfax Pines.
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Dune: "Darn it, 😢 You made it there before me.... my human Grandma... wait for me... wait for me... Wait for me at the edge of the woods, at the foot of the grassy knoll with your fishin' pole' I'll meet you there.. , on the other side of the rainbow bridge... it's not just for us pets... we will be together.. we will play.. you will once again give me a loving pat and tummy tickles... and I can't wait to see you again ❤ there is no more sadness or suffering, our bodies will never grow old .. please save me a spot by your side.. ❤ I will Love you forever - in this life you were my biggest fan, and now I am yours... Your friend forever, Dune Buggy ❤ ** Claudia Diane Pauley, 72, of Morgantown, is at peace in Heaven after a brave fight with cancer. Claudia passed away Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Stonerise of Morgantown. Claudia was born on March 9, 1950, in Morgantown, a daughter of the late Orville Lafayette Pauley and Josephine Davis Pauley. Claudia is survived by her daughter, Tammy Jo Boudreau (Grant), of Bruceton Mills; three grandchildren, Joshua, Sarah and Zachary; four great-grandchildren, Isabella, Roman, Sanora and Cyrus; her twin sister, Orvella Jo Deavers, of Morgantown; nephews, Brad Henry (Cammy), Dennis Henry (Tammy) and Mark Vannoy; and nieces, Sheila Powell (B.K.), Susan Fusco (Randy), Kelly Dennis (Robert) and Patricia Johns (Michael). In addition to her parents, Claudia was preceded in death by a sister, Kathryn Pauley Vannoy and her husband Forrest; brother, Kenneth R. Pauley and his wife Sheila; and sister, Cora Lou Pauley Henry and her husband Elroy. Claudia retired from West Virginia University after 22 years of service. She enjoyed camping and fishing and had an unparalleled love for animals and adored her cat, Tennessee. Claudia had an amazing sense of humor and an adventurous spirit that made her extra special in the eyes of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Whew it has been a whirlwind end of the summer season… and it has taken me a bit to make this long (probably overly wordy) post. It is both with great sadness and excitement that I announce the retirement of Primo – CH Rainriver Supreme. Hold back the tears, nothing is wrong, and no tragedy has occurred. Due to the fact that we have several daughters, and we aren’t using Primo much as a stud on our own girls (he still gets action from other kennels) we decided to retire him to one of our very dear families in New Hampshire. It was a very tough decision, heck Primo is still a youngster at just turning 7 and could very well be shown and sire litters for years to come… however our vision is never to keep a dog .. just “because” some have said “you all are silly” he can help with the expenses, pay the feed bill, etc.. but to us, it is just not fair… and that is not being derogatory to those that do that.. it is a better business model for sure.... so there is no shame in that.. Primo came to us, when we were feeling pretty low, our boy Thor had spontaneously went sterile.. and Brent Hadley had a slew of good-looking boys and was generous enough to sell Primo to us. I will tell you … Primo has NEVER EVER had a bad day, he is literally the happiest boy on the planet, and at that point we had went through our fair share of failed show prospects and Grant one day said, I think I can show Primo and win! I sort of snickered.. lol We didnt know anything about showing dogs... that is what handlers are for! lol However sure enough they were the dynamic duo (that is really an understatement). Grant and Primo hit the road and Primo had his Championship in 10 months - with 5 Best of Breed wins and twice he won group 1 placements out of Owner Handler, this doesn’t include all the Awards of Merits, Best Opposite… etc.. at one point he was the number 3 Top Labrador Owner Handler... Primo gave us his all, he made what seemed impossible, possible… at Westminster in 2023, our puppy families all bought T-shirts and watched the live feed and cheered him on… he never stopped wagging not even for a second… he rode back to the show van with me on a city bus with a bullmastiff on the seat in front of us… I was so nervous.. I am a country girl! Hell, I have never been on a New York City Shuttle lol but Primo sat right beside me.. he was like we got this mom! There are not enough accolades I could ever give to describe his beautiful, happy spirit… It was unbelievably sad to see him leave, our house isn’t quite big enough for two stud dog couch potatoes (Dune: you got that right!!!) So it is now time for Primo to be a family dog, the dog who can lay at the bottom of your sons bed to keep him safe from closet monsters from gremlins under the bed, the guest at your daughters tea party wearing a tiara and getting some blush on his cheeks, or simply lay by grandmas feet as she drinks her tea in hopes of a nibble of a shortbread cookie… to be riding shotgun to town, where everyone will certainly know and remember his name, before they will remember yours.. He will now be everything he was always meant to be.. a kind and gentle best friend which is more valuable than any ribbon, trophy or award. We will miss and love you always Primo, enjoy New Hampshire the leaves are beautiful this time of year… till we meet again.. xoxoxoxoxo 🍂🍁🍂🍁🍂🌲 Ok lets talk food, as I glazed over our feeding regimen for puppies during Gotcha Day- I thought I would post in detail my recommendations again to get your puppies growing to their full potential!
The first 6 months is CRITICAL! Please feed your puppies!!! During this time they get their bone growth... if you are months behind feeding them the necessary nutrients needed, their growth will be stunted... We recommend feeding your Labrador Retriever Puppy – Purina Pro Plan 30/20 All Life Stage Salmon (this is 30% protein!!) Protein is a critical nutrient for puppies because it’s essential for muscle and bone growth one more time, ESSENTIAL FOR MUSCLE AND BONE GROWTH and repair. Puppy food "usually" contains at least 27 percent protein, compared to about 21 percent for standard adult dog food. Puppies also need lots of energy pound for pound, they burn more calories than adult dogs. I suggest "offering" 2 cups 3 times a day from the time you pick up your puppy from us. Your puppy many not eat this entire portion, please remove the uneaten portion and withhold food till next meal. Puppies also need the correct amounts of calcium and phosphorus to ensure proper skeletal development and growth, again I suggest the ProPlan 30/20 due to it having correct ratios for growing puppies and active adults. Because puppies have small stomachs and high metabolic rates, they need to eat several times a day if they don’t, they’ll not only run out of energy, but they also won’t take in adequate amounts of protein and other nutrients. A puppy less that 3 months of age should be fed at least three to four times a day. The number of meals can be reduced to three per day when the puppy is 3 to 5 months old. A 6-month-old puppy will usually be ready for an adult feeding schedule of two meals per day. I cannot stress enough… puppies are growing very fast and need calories, do not allow your puppies to get lean, they are growing! Just because I recommend a certain amount at 8 weeks, does not mean you will not have to increase this amount for your puppies, your puppy is growing and extremely active and burns so many calories. Once your puppy is mature… again look at their body condition... and that will dictate the amount of food they should get. Our brothers Rocky and Rumor get different amounts, Rumor has a higher metabolism and gets 1 cup more a day than his brother (6 cups split in two feedings) . Also we suggest adding goodies to their diet, broccoli, carrots, blueberries, sardines in water 😊 etc.. Again, let your dogs body condition and metabolism be your guide and if you have questions at all feel free to contact us anytime! Also, these are "english" type labradors they are supposed to have more bone, and a denser overall frame than the american hunting line counter parts. Often vets say dogs are too heavy, however if you modify their nutrition while they are growing puppies and adolescents, you will end up with a very slim labrador that does not get the bone growth or frame necessary for their proper growth. I have had families that reduced food and they call me and say my dog looks like a hunting lab and not like Primo, or Dune or Tovi or well.. any of our dogs... Our boys are in the upper 90's and girls here are in the upper 70's to mid 80's they have lots of bone, thick coats and a beautiful otter tail - and none of them are fat... (well pebbles might be a little fat... lol ) Bottom line... feed your puppies... and increase their ration in their most critical growing stages! If you have any questions along your journey please, please call or text me! **Also, no spaying or neutering until your puppy is at least 18-24 months old!!! |
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