A Breeders Commitment 

Before your puppy is ever born I spends hundreds of hours planning, researching, training, titling and health testing my dogs before I plan a litter. Everything lines up so the dogs are bred and then your puppy is born! Hundreds more hours go into raising the litter.... Training, vet visits, socialization, outings, crate work. I, your breeder, am doing everything I can to give your puppy the best start in life. You are matched with a puppy... Hooray!

I spend lots of time with you making sure you are prepared for your new addition... we talk about training, when to spay and neuter, food and nutrition, breed quirks and how to trouble shoot common puppy problems.

You are ready! You pick up your puppy and the fun starts! My job is over, right? No... it has only just begun because I have promised you a lifetime of support. You are now part of a family that is better and more supportive than you could ever have imagined.

When you are frustrated and crying because puppies can be overwhelming, I will spend time on the phone with you helping you navigate through the challenges.

When you are having training challenges with your puppy I will do a video chat with you to help you come up with a plan.

When your puppy is diagnosed with an unpredictable medical condition at a year old I will offer to help cover the medical bills or refund you part of your purchase price.

When you go out of town I will welcome your dog back with open arms.

When you have an emergency I will drops everything and drive hours to you to offer whatever help and support I can.

When your dog completes their first training class, participates in their first competition and gets their first title I will be right there cheering you on.

Every cute picture you take of your dog and every milestone you pass you share with me because I enjoy the little moments just as much as you do.

When you have a problem or question about anything dog related I hope I am the first person you call.
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And when your dog is old and tired and ready to say goodbye I will be there for you. I will be a shoulder to lean on and a friend to cry with.

I will always love your dog just as much as you do. Your dog will always be my puppy, my responsibility and will always hold a piece of my heart. I will provide a lifetime of love and support and you will become family.

- Gina Shawhan, Leapofaith Border Collies