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Blue Drakeshead for stud

County / Town: North Yorkshire

Description

Blue is not only very handsome but has a fantastic bloodline, he was sired by Drakeshead Eddie and Blue's grandfather is Ft Ch Greenbriar is Thunder At Drakeshead. With a total of 32 Ft Ch in his 5 generation pedigree, he's a perfect candidate for breeding top quality working dogs. Blue is very powerful and has superb speed and agility and understands and follows commands very well. He is also a cherished family pet and has a lovely, gentle temperament. He is a true character!

Blue was bred by ourselves, so we’ve raised him from birth. His mum Heidi also has a great hip score of 0-2, elbows 0-0.

Hip score - 4-5 - 08/03/23

Elbows - 0-0 - 08/03/23

GPRA - Clear - 18/03/23

EIC - Clear - 18/03/23

HNPK - Clear - 18/03/23

SD2 - Clear - 18/03/23

CNM - Clear - 18/03/23

prcd-PRA - Clear - 18/03/23

MCD - Clear - 18/03/23

Eye test - clear 14/05/23

If you would like to hire Blue for his services please ensure your female has been tested and is clear for STGD. Blue is a healthy carrier of STGD and should be bred with females who are clear for STGD, this way, offspring will be either clear or carriers but none will be affected. This information was verified by Laboklin, the veterinary diagnostic laboratory who conduct the tests.

Due to Blue being a complete novice in breeding at the moment, we are offering his services at the discounted price listed this will go up after his first few matings. If your first mating proves to be unsuccessful, another mating date can be arranged, free of charge. We’re also happy to travel locally and bring Blue to you or if you prefer you can bring your girl to us. Please feel free to send me a message or call if you would like any further information.

Details

  • Advert ID: 24052
  • County / Town: North Yorkshire
  • Location:
  • Breed: Labradors - Stud
  • Original Breeder: Yes
  • Pet DOB: 5 Nov 2021
  • Pet Age: 3 years, 6 months, 8 days
  • Health Checked: Yes
  • Hip Dysplasia Screening: No
  • Elbow Dysplasia Screening: No
  • Eye Screening Scheme: No
  • Exercise-Induced Collapse (EIC): No
  • Hereditary Nasal Parakeratosis (HNPK): No
  • prcd-PRA DNA Test: No
  • MDR1 DNA Test: No
  • Vaccinations Up to Date: Yes
  • Worm and Flea Treated: Yes
  • KC Registered by Collection: Yes
  • Microchipped by Collection Date: Yes
  • Pet Viewable with Mother: Yes

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🐶 Buyer’s Checklist for Gun Dogs

Whether you’re buying, selling, or studding a dog, it’s essential to take the right steps to protect yourself—and the animals involved.

  • Always meet the dog in person at the breeder’s home or kennel—never agree to buy without seeing them first.
  • Ask to see the puppies with their Dam (mother), and the Sire (father) if available.
  • Verify all paperwork:
    • Kennel Club (KC) registration number
    • Date of birth
    • Health screening results
  • Prepare questions to ask the breeder. Some helpful ones include:
    • Did you breed the dog(s) yourself?
    • Can I see where they were bred and raised?
    • How old is the Dam, and how many litters has she had?
    • Was the birth natural or via C-section?
    • Are there any known health issues?
    • Can I see documentation for both Dam and Sire?
    • Will the puppy be vaccinated and wormed before purchase?
  • If something feels off, walk away. Don’t ignore red flags.
  • Ask for advice from a trusted third party if you’re unsure.
  • Take your time. This is a big decision—don’t rush it.
  • Puppies should appear happy, healthy, clean, and curious.
  • You should be allowed to see and handle all puppies in the litter, not just the one you're considering.
  • Never buy a puppy younger than 8 weeks old.
  • Avoid any puppies that show signs of illness—e.g. runny eyes, weakness, or diarrhoea.
  • Is the whelping pen clean?
  • Do the dogs have access to fresh water, clean food, and adequate space?
  • The living conditions can say a lot about the breeder’s standards.
  • Ensure you receive the KC registration form and all relevant documents at the time of payment.
  • Write up a simple contract to protect both buyer and seller—especially important in case circumstances change.
  • Never agree to buy a puppy in a car park or public place. Always go to the breeder's premises.

🧠 Final Thought

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