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Frequently asked questions concerning
the Wire-haired Griffon
Which is the best for hunting: male or female?
Personally, I prefer male just because they don’t
have heat… but there is other inconveniences.
Having said this, no one should choose a hunting dog based
on sex. It should be done regarding qualities such
as the dog’s cooperation. First of all, what
kind of handler/owner are you? Knowing this, choose a pup
that will match your personality and knowledge. The
more the pup will be blessed with desire and independence,
the more you will need a rigorous training.
All griffs have a sensitive side that varies a lot upon
individuals. This particularity is less visible on males
than females. Again, knowing your personality, choose
the one that will suites you best and will take the stress
associated with the training sessions to come.
Once again, unless you have firm ideas on male or female
for your next pup, this choice should be made with consideration
for the pup’s natural qualities.
Can I give any name to my pup?
Yes and no! DuValin kennel will register the pup like this:
example: DUVALIN BRIOCHE. This registered name will always
stard with "DuValin" followed by the name starting
with the letter corresponding to the litter. Example:
litter due for July 2010 will be the "B LITTER",
which will give: DUVALIN BRIOCHE. Litter "C" due
for 2011 will be: example: DUVALIN CANELLE.
The reason is that when you make a research for tests,
or hips, or else, you will get a complete picture
at the same time of this breeder's dogs along with age,
number of dogs, etc.
Which guarantee do you offer?
Guaranty is 30 months against major hereditary or congenital
defects.
Do you own any other breed?
No, we are totally dedicated to this breed and we know
griffs very well.
Do you show your dogs often?
They all must obtain a CH Canadian title, in order to fully
evaluate their structural potential and get other people’s
advice.
What are your expectations concerning
hunting tests from the future puppy owner ?
We ask that the pups be tested in natural abilities with
NAVHDA in order to be able to judge hunting qualities and
sociability.
Do you sell all the pups for the same price?
DuValin offers 2 categories: show/hunting quality
and “compagnon” dog. All pups get the non-reproduction
clause but it can be removed in the show/hunting quality.
Please call or write for price.
Who register the pup with CKC?
DuValin kennel register at no charge all the pups CKC,
AKC and NAVHDA.
Where can I get information about hips and teeth?
OFA is the website to visit and Navhda makes teeth evaluation
while judging the dog.
What about hip dysplasia?
Unfortunately, griffs do not go away with this defect.
Breeding must be carefully chosen. That is why health
guarantee become so important for the pup.
How important is it to show bad
results from health or genetic tests? Wouldn’t
it be better to hide them?
It would not help anyone who might have offspring from
this dog. When it’s not a health disorder, the gene
can be eliminated by slowly replacing the carrier with
their clear offspring. When it’s health problem,
the dog must not be used any more.
Do you socialize the pup?
Before he gets to his new home, the pup is used to shots
(mild ones), introduction to water is done (when it’s
possible). The week before he meets his new owner, he
is used to his crate; he sleeps in it, separate from
others. He also gets his share of time alone with
us in the car and in the house with all kind of people. Pup
already knows birds smell.
How can I be sure to get the pup I want?
The breeder is the best adviser of all. He knows those
pups for 8 weeks now and can tell which one will best
suite you. Talk sincerely with him and tell him your
expectation. This is the best you can do.
Where does that name come from?
DuValin is related to the Monts-Valin, in Saguenay.
http://www.sepaq.com/pq/mva/
At the moment you get near Chicoutimi, you can see the “Monts-Valin” in
front of you, with his white summits once the temperature
gets colder. It dominates the landscape of the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean
region and is well known for his skiing activities at the “Valinouët,
the “Vallée des Fantômes” (Ghost
valley), snowmobile, trekking, hunting, fishing, camping,
and a lot more.
I believe it’s a privilege to be able to live in
my region. I spent a lot of my childhood fishing and hunting
with my family (uncles, aunts, grand-mother, grand-father)
on the Monts-Valins. The difference, this little thing
you are looking for, you will find it here.
Our griffs are – at first – hunting dogs for
the on foot hunter. They are not afraid to search where
other dogs won’t go. They are used to cold and snow
but, like Monts-Valin, they are flexible and manage to
hunt in any seasons and any region.
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