We look forward to any update we get from all our puppy owners
Thank you to all of you for taking home one of our babies into your lives your homes and your hearts
We wish you all well and hope to see some going in the ring 07/08.
updated puppy pics BABE LITTER
THE GIRLS Left to right is Bubba,Destiny,Twix & pickle
Left we have baby & right Gollum..
unfortunately baby lost his battle for life after contracting a tummy bug he became to weak to fight and lost the battle run free on rainbow bridge baby
BUBBA Destiny Gollum
Pickle Twix
Gollum now owned by Tash & AL
Pickle now owned by Angie & Mike
Bubba AVAILABLE
Twix now owned by Bernie & family
Destiny now owned by Sarah & Kelly
HOW WE RAISE OUR PUPS
One of the first things we do is asses the bitch to be mated we have to be critical and decide on what she is lacking e.g. does she need a dog with a good head or maybe a bit of bone and sustenance.
Then we get our stud dog chosen this can be one of the hard things to decide on.. there are so many very nice quality dogs out to stud. We see many of them at shows so we get to see how well they are placed how close they are to the breed standard. and we find the right dog looks wise to compliment our girl and offer her what she may well lack.
We compare pedigrees to make sure we don't double up on any faults along the generations and that they will make a good match pedigree wise too.
when all that is decided its time to wait for the bitch to come into heat, just before we estimate her to come into heat we take her to the vets for a complete health check. this is for our peace of mind that no problems have developed since her yearly check up. we check heart for any murmurs and overall health. Once she has the ok she is fit and well (we never had a not fit dog before mating)
Once she has been mated she has to take it easy no more mad bully runs we keep them as calm as possible as any knock could cause a possible viable pregnancy to abort! we do still exercise just not as vigorously contrary to belief they need to be kept fit to be able to have a trouble free birth ( although things can and do still go wrong)
she will slowly increase her food intake to match her growing appetite and girth!
she gets vitamins to help keep her in good shape and walks on the lead which get shorter as she grows.
When she is around 2 weeks off having the pups she will be moved in to our custom made whelping box so she can settle in and get used to being there and making her "nest". We then prepare our whelping supplies for any eventuality during the birth. The vet is also notified of the imminent birth just in case he is needed!
when the pups are born each one is checked as they are born for cleft palette and generally that they are ok. Then they are cleaned and pup gets to meet mum and take its first feed of colostrum. When mum is ready to deliver again the pup is removed for its own safety to a pre-heated box to await its siblings arrival. This routine is repeated until all the pups are born. They all get their first feed then mum gets to go for wee and settle down with her babes. We use a baby monitor at all times we can hear if everything is ok from any room in the house! unfortunately bull terriers can be clumsy mums and often squash their babes unintentionally!
so for the first few days until mum is used to having her babes during the night we put them in a pre-heated box in-between feeds (2 hourly) which gives mum a break! but during the day when I'm close at hand they stay with mum.
the birth usually take place late at night and into the wee small hours!
until they are around 3 weeks old they feed 2-3 hourly from mum.. Then the fun begins as we introduce a milk meal that we teach them to lap at very messy!
weaning time!!! MUCKY PUPS!!!
from this point on we slowly introduce them to milky feeds and meat feeds and reduce the feeds off mum.. she appreciates the rest it hard work being a mum!
they begin to spend time away from mum and socializing with our family as soon as they are able to toddle by themselves. they are also introduced to the other girls one at a time so not to overwhelm them and worry mum also.
pic 1. introducing them to kat and kasey! Pic 2 a cuddle from Kasey.
Pic 1. Dayna gets cuddles Pic 2 not forgetting Pepper!
Pic 1.Kasey tells Kat to be gentle! Pic 2. All friends together!
at the time we start to wean them mum will stop cleaning up after them and we introduce puppy training pads to much delight of the pups they like to rip it to pieces usually! but they soon learn what it is there for and what is expected of them all our last litter went to their homes with basic house training skills and were quickly fully trained! They are also moved from the whelping box into our giant crate with a play pen attached. This way they are used to a crate for when they venture out into their new homes. and they get introduced to puppy toys for them all to play and rag with!
by the time they are 5weeks they are on four solid meat meals mixed with BETA a day and one night feed of mum which is dropped by week 6 and mum retires to watch her babes grow from a distance. which she happily does (she needs the rest) and when she does go to her babes we watch to make sure they no longer feed from her so she has chance for her body to return to normal.
Pups are wormed at age 3 6 & 9 weeks old.
We feel it is of great importance to puppy development to learn to play and interact with each other and other dogs and of course our family! This build up their skills to be able to go into the world a happy contented well adjusted pup!
Prospective owners can meet the pups at the age of 4-5 weeks old and once they have been approved by myself then they can reserve a pup.
Our pups go to their homes by the time they are 8 weeks. They go with my accredited breeder wallet containing the sales contract, training tips, worming advice, feeding schedule, exercise requirements and a 3kg sack of BETA puppy food. contact numbers for ourselves.
we pride ourselves in always being able to be helpful to our puppy owners (and any bully owners) if they need advise on training or any problems at all we do our best to offer help and info relevant to their needs. we also offer a lifetime guarantee that if for any reason they can no longer keep the pup we either help them re-home or we take the pup back and offer payment relevant to the age of the dog/or pass on payment after the animal was re-homed.
we do our best to stay in touch with all our puppy owners just so we can always be available if needed and to get updates on how they are doing and pics of course! however its not always possible to stay in touch, we are ALWAYS available by email and phone.
As you can see
from the pics on this site, Bullies are very good family members & love
children, they are very loving if brought up right with young children,
my whole family adore Bullies from my daughter who has been raised with them
from Birth to my elderly neighbour. Bullies also do well with other breeds in
the right surrounding, with proper training & handling they can be much loved &
admired companions. we do advise that you take your bullie to a proper training
school and properly socialize the dog.
WE do
recommend before you decide to buy a Bull Terrier that you try to read some
books on the breed, talk to as many people as you can, & possibly visit a few
shows, as this breed is not for every one.
They can be very stubborn, & strong willed, not to mention powerful.
In the wrong hands or without proper training they can be hard to control or
even dangerous.
So Please think carefully before buying/breeding a bull terrier.
view
a short clip
here
duration of DVD: 55 min
This DVD is a great guide to owning and caring for a bull terrier with advice on training, conformation, care & grooming & much more an ideal starting point for the new or novice owner or to add to your collection.
to purchase this and other breed DVD's/training gear go to www.bullyfield.com
We are now the uk distributor for the BULL TERRIER DVD produced with the help of Gary Newbury & Andrea Gates (ukusa Bull Terriers) this DVD is a visual manual to owning and care of the bull terrier a must have for prospective and new owners alike.
special breeder/club rates on multi buys: email Paul
If you would like info on any available litters from us please feel free to email Tanya for details of any litters coming up or available now..we do vet all prospective owners and ask that you tell us a bit about yourself/family and you lifestyle. We do not give out any of the info you give to us we will use it to match the right pup with your circumstances if you are successful in getting a Bullyfield baby you will get a full lifetime breeder back up from ourselves plus lots of support in anything you may need.
we are members of the DOG BREEDERS association, Kennel Club accredited breeders, plus most of the bull terrier clubs.
What is pyometra?
In its simplest
terms, pyometra is an infection in the uterus. However, most cases of pyometra
are much more difficult to manage than a routine infection.
Infection in the lining of the uterus is established as a result of hormonal
changes. Following estrus ("heat"), progesterone levels remain elevated for
8-10 weeks and thicken the lining of the uterus in preparation for pregnancy.
If pregnancy does not occur for several estrus cycles, the lining continues to
increase in thickness until cysts form within it. The thickened, cystic lining
secretes fluids that create an ideal environment in which bacteria can grow.
Additionally, high progesterone levels inhibit the ability of the muscles in the
wall of the uterus to contract.
Are there other situations that cause the changes in the uterus?
Yes. The use of progesterone-based drugs can do this. In addition,
estrogen will increase the effects of progesterone on the uterus. Drugs
containing both hormones are used to treat certain conditions of the
reproductive system.
How do bacteria get into the uterus?
The cervix is the gateway to the uterus. It remains tightly closed except
during estrus. When it is open, bacteria that are normally found in the vagina
can enter the uterus rather easily. If the uterus is normal, the environment is
adverse to bacterial survival; however, when the uterine wall is thickened and
cystic, perfect conditions exist for bacterial growth. In addition, when these
abnormal conditions exist, the muscles of the uterus cannot contract properly.
This means that bacteria that enter the uterus cannot be expelled.
When does it occur?
Pyometra may occur in young to middle-aged dogs; however, it is most common
in older dogs. After many years of estrus cycles without pregnancy, the uterine
wall undergoes the changes that promote this disease.
The typical time for pyometra to occur is about 1-2 months following estrus.
What are the clinical signs of a dog with pyometra?
The clinical signs depend on whether or not the cervix is open. If it is
open, pus will drain from the uterus through the vagina to the outside. It is
often noted on the skin or hair under the tail or on bedding and furniture where
the dog has laid. Fever, lethargy, anorexia, and depression may or may not be
present.
If the cervix is closed, pus that forms is not able to drain to the outside. It
collects in the uterus causing distention of the abdomen. The bacteria release
toxins which are absorbed into circulation These dogs often become severely ill
very rapidly. They are anorectic, very listless, and very depressed. Vomiting
or diarrhea may be present.
Toxins from the bacteria affect the kidney's ability to retain fluid. Increased
urine production occurs, and the dog drinks an excess of water. This occurs in
both open- and closed-cervix pyometra.
How is it diagnosed?
Dogs that are seen early in the disease may have a slight vaginal discharge
and show no other signs of illness. However, most dogs with pyometra are not
seen until later in the illness. A very ill female dog that is drinking an
increased amount of water and has not been spayed is always suspected of having
pyometra. This is especially true if there is a vaginal discharge or an
enlarged abdomen.
Dogs with pyometra have a marked elevation of the white blood cell count and
often have an elevation of globulins (a type of protein produced by the immune
system) in the blood. The specific gravity of the urine is very low due to the
toxic effects of the bacteria on the kidneys. However, all of these
abnormalities may be present in any dog with a major bacterial infection.
If the cervix is closed, radiographs (x-rays) of the abdomen will often identify
the enlarged uterus. If the cervix is open, there will often be such minimal
uterine enlargement that the radiograph will not be conclusive. An ultrasound
examination can also be helpful in identifying an enlarged uterus and
differentiating that from a normal pregnancy.
How is it treated?
The preferred treatment is to surgically remove the uterus and ovaries.
This is called an ovariohysterectomy ("spay"). Dogs diagnosed in the early
stage of the disease are very good surgical candidates. The surgery is only
slightly more complicated than a routine spay. However, most dogs are diagnosed
when they are quite ill so the surgery is not as routine as the same surgery in
a healthy dog. Intravenous fluids are often needed before and after surgery.
Antibiotics are given for 1-2 weeks.
My dog is a valuable breeding bitch. Can anything else be done other than
surgery?
There is a medical approach to treating pyometra. Prostaglandins are a
group of hormones that reduce the blood level of progesterone, relax and open
the cervix, and contract the uterus to expel bacteria and pus. They can be used
successfully to treat this disease, but they are not always successful and they
have some important limitations.
1. They cause side-effects of restlessness, panting, vomiting, defecation,
salivation, and abdominal pain. The side-effects occur within about 15 minutes
of an injection and last for a few hours. They become progressively milder with
each successive treatment and may be lessened by walking the dog for about 30
minutes following an injection.
2. There is no clinical improvement for about 48 hours so dogs that are
severely ill are poor candidates.
3. Because they contract the uterus, it is possible for the uterus to rupture
and spill infection into the abdominal cavity. This is most likely to happen
when the cervix is closed.
There are some important statistics that you should know about this form of
treatment:
1. The success rate for treating open-cervix pyometra is 75-90%.
2. The success rate for treating closed-cervix pyometra is 25-40%.
3. The rate of recurrence of the disease is 50-75%.
4. The chances of subsequent successful breeding is 50-75%.
What happens if neither of the above treatments are given?
The chance of successful treatment without surgery or prostaglandin
treatment is extremely low. If treatment is not performed quickly, the toxic
effects from the bacteria will be fatal. If the cervix is closed, it is also
possible for the uterus to rupture, spilling the infection into the abdominal
cavity. This will also be fatal.