The cake and ice cream may have been missing, but these precious little lab pups got to enjoy a fun time playing outside for their 3 week birthday.  With the weather still a little breezy and cool, most of their time has been spent indoors where it's warm and cozy.  But today was a special day, so out we went! 

Our 3 big boys and 7 cute girls are growing daily and their personalities are really beginning to blossom.  Very fun to watch them play and wrestle with one another, try to give their own rendition of playful barking, and of course see who can climb to the top of the dogpile for the best sleeping conditions. 

To date, pups have:  slept, eaten, had dew claws removed, slept, eaten, had first vet check, slept, eaten, nails trimmed twice so far, slept, eaten, daily TLC (and lots of it!), slept, eaten, eyes are open, slept, eaten, walking has begun, slept, eaten, a little playtime kicking off, slept, eaten, and teeth are beginning to poke through just a tad.    So, as you can tell, there has been a lot of eating and sleeping going on in the puppy nursery.  Pups are  now  perking  up and beginning to play and enjoy life more and more each day.   Next:  nails stay neat and trim, more eating, sleeping and playing, 'Intro to Eating 101', and first dewormer just around the corner.  Can't wait to meet all our new families!!!

Here is an interesting link of several people's take on this topic.  I hope you will think deeply as you consider welcoming a lab into your home.  They will be ready to love you unconditionally.... and they need the same from you.  Enjoy!

Click here for Good Lab Outfitters photo album

You may now watch Good Lab Outfitters puppies grow on FlickR!  As of today, puppies have several pics up of their first week of life.  Lily & Sawyer's pics (along with their parents & grandparents) are still being uploaded.  Keep checking back for their updates.  Just click on the pic to get to the album. 

At a week old, all pups are doing wonderful and growing fast.  All pups are holding a very light shade of yellow with some a little lighter than others.  Dew claws have been removed, first trip to vet received thumbs up & looking good, snazzy reggae id collars are in place, and each day is a gift to see how they grow and change.  Lily has proven to be a stellar mom to her crew.  Very loving, gentle, and caring.  And, even Daddy Sawyer was allowed to meet and greet his babies (minus momma lily at the time).  Sawyer was amazing.  Very tender and gentle, he sniffed each one repeatedly, very softly.  Then gently sat next to them to just observe and slowly layed down next to them.  At that time, I had to warn him that he was in a firing zone should they wake up.... They may think it's mealtime!  ha.  All that to say, both Lily & Sawyer have proven to be wonderful parents and amazing labs.  These little pups have all the makings to be top-notch in every way.

Have a blessed day!

shana

Born Sun., March 21, 2010

Beautiful (lt) yellow litter of 10 pure-bred AKC labrador retriever pups born Sunday, March 21, 2010.  Amazing pedigrees packed with champions, ranging from multiple national and international best-in-show dogs to coveted field trial and hunt test titled bloodlines, provide tons of all-around potential, personality, temperment & beauty in these pups.  Hard to find this quality for this price.  (*puppy, sire & dam pedigrees to be posted soon.)

Reservations now available to approved homes. 

Cost: $750

Refundable deposit: $200

Balance due by 6wks of age (no refunds after that date) 

Puppy selection done in order of deposit received 

Payment via Paypal available

US Shipping available 

5 gorgeous girls & 3 handsome, chunky boys available.

Bookmark & watch http://goodlaboutfitters.com for additional details to come.

Thank you for visiting!,  ~shana

contact shana.crossreignsranch@gmail.com  or call 512.963.1805

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Lily & Sawyer as pups

All YELLOW Litter by Sawyer & Lily

DUE DATE:  LATE MARCH, 2010

COST:  $750.00/ea

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Here at the ranch, there is alot of down-home hard work, joys, tears, laughter, and fears, victory, triumphs, trips, and falls...  Life just happens and we deal with each situation as they role in, good, bad, ugly and everything in between.  

Here, on our GoodLabOutfitters.com site, there are many wonderful supplies to help you, our friends, have all you need (and then some) to take the best care of your pet and enjoy them to the fullest.  However, this is simply an online store which contributes to the support of one of our greatest passions.... our Labs.  And for the record, my heartfelt thanks to you all for your busines and support of our program by finding your pet supplies in our online store as well as your purchase of one of our wonderful labrador puppies (coming Spring 2010), and providing them safe, loving homes.  This is of utmost importance to me and I appreciate your trust and commitment to providing a healthy, happy, safe, loving life.  Labradors are not doormats, they take commitment and guidance to become the greatest dogs they can be for you.  Your commitment is very important, greatly appreciated, and very rewarded as you end up with a dog that is a tremendous blessing instead of a nuisance to endure.

Occassionally, I'll get a vibe from someone who may be wondering why in the world I am so dog and horse crazy since it is not always the most glamorous lifestyle around.  Having several animals to tend to (no matter the weather) daily definitely impacts the glamour factor on occassion. ha.  There are stalls and kennels to clean everyday.  Feeding, bathing, exercising, expenses, tedious scheduling for vacation time, an on and on.  So why do I love it so much?... Well, as with all my entrepreneurial endeavors, there is always a deeper meaning and purpose.

One thing I've noticed about myself is that I tend to always gravitate back toward encouraging others to:

~ really listen to their hearts,

~ Dream Big, Aim High, and Believe in Themselves,

~ work hard,

~ be thankful in all things, and

~ always pursue their passions in life. 

Why?  Well, all I can think of is that this is something I wish I had had more of in my own life, so hopefully I can be a blessing to someone else by encouraging them.  I have found myself starving for encouragement at various times through life when crawling in a hole seemed like a much more appealing choice... much safer and easier. 

As far as the animals are concerned, it just so happens that at some of the loneliest, most difficult times of my life have been bearable only because there was a furry creature there at my side extending unconditional love in a very special way without any criticism, harsh words, betrayal, or pain of any kind.  Just warm, loving acceptance when the world seemed to be caving in, and no one in the world cared.... except that dog at my side, then later, a horse. 

Do I believe God uses animals to help heal a person's heart? You bet I do.  Exhibit 'A' sits here, going out on a limb of transparency, writing this blog post.   It is difficult sharing that life has been a challenge at times.  Yet, I know I'm not alone.  We live in a very broken world.  There is pain and suffering of every kind all around us.  Some self inflicted by our own poor choices, some inflicted by the poor choices of others.  However, it is especially rewarding to share that God, through His son Jesus Christ, has seen me through every single moment, wiped away every tear, healed, strengthened, and blessed beyond measure in hopes that you too will hear that still small voice whispering into your heart how very much He loves you.  He knew you before the foundations of the world were in place, and created you very special and unique, He knows every struggle you have ever faced, and He cares... very, very much.  More than anyone could possibly care.  You are never alone in this world, He is always here - for you, no matter what.  One way God has touched my life is through animals, and I believe He does the same in many, many lives who may otherwise not be ready or able to trust fellow humans.  Here is one inspiring story....

Grab Your Copy of "Blind Hope" here:

Thank you for spending a few moments here with me at GoodLabOutfitters.com.  You are always welcome here.  If you'd like, feel free to check out my other links as well.  (hint:  you can knock out ALOT of Christmas shopping for just about anything you could want/need while you're there!)    

Happy tails & trails! 

Be blessed,

shana