Testimonials

Hi Brenda, 

Just to thank you and let you know that Coopie is the most incredible dog - extremely handsome, like his dad, and ready to work. He has done very well in obedience and is starting rally (for fun, not competition) - he is calm and well mannered and gets along with young and old, big and small dogs, and people and kids. He goes to the dog park and playgroup every day and will swim and play endlessly. He, of course, loves to eat . . . 

He has developed into an exceptional boy and a great pet and we love him enormously. Thought you'd like the feedback on Mr. Cooper. I've enclosed a picture from when he was about 6 months old, 

Warm regards, 
~Dr Ellen Lathi

Hello Brenda, my wife Marilyn arranged to acquire a female black lab puppy from you in 2011. Her parents were Gucci and Mason, and we named her Emma. She is our fourth lab, and is truly a magnificent dog. She is as close to perfect as a dog can be. She is beautiful to look at, full of love and always keen to play. She gets at least two long walks every day and an hour or so of fetch and or Frisbee, and is always ready for more. She did agility training which she took to right off, and loved it. She also completed therapy dog testing. There are several other dogs in the neighborhood that she plays with in the yard, but it is time for a puppy sister, as she loves other dogs, especially labs, almost as much as she loves people. As one of the neighbors said, "Emma loves everyone and everyone loves Emma". Integrity Farms can rightfully be proud of the job you do, because if Emma is representative, your dogs are simply wonderful. Marilyn sent you an application for a puppy last week and we wanted to send you a few thoughts on Emma, and the attached photos.

Dear Brenda,

Mars has been in our family here in Freehold, NJ for approximately two and a half years now and the 308 mile one way trek to your farm in Derry, NH was the most worthwhile and rewarding journey that our family has ever made.

Mars is regularly complemented for his temperament, excellent coat and general handsome features. This is especially pleasing on the numerous occasions that various vets have been so enthusiastic when they give Mars his routine exams, immunizations, etc. I am frequently encouraged by these vets, (and also others, including his former obedience trainers), to get Mars certified as an official therapy dog due to his temperament. All of these features are thanks to your excellent breeding skills and I have recommended you warmly to all that have enquired with regard to his origin.

There are those that think that I am crazy to have travelled so far to obtain a responsibly well bred healthy Chocolate Labrador Puppy, but the justification of what a delightful and healthy dog that brings us so much joy is evident for all to see! There are so many irresponsible breeders out there! Even if I had not bought a puppy from you, your website is an excellent education resource for all responsbile potential owners.

When we purchase our next puppy we will make the trek back to you all over again. The only difference will be to split the 612 miles over two days instead of within one! That first journey served him well in retrospect as he travels with us without any complaints at all. Over July 4th weekend this year we drove up and around to the Adirondacks and Vermont, based in Burlington, VT with one of the nights spent in the local VCA vet boarding facility while we went up to Montreal, and all the others in a local four star hotel. Mars was his usual well tempered self throughout.

As you can see from the photos, Mars is a true Labrador in that he simply adores swimming and retrieving things in our pool!

If you ever need any form of testimonial or reference I would be delighted to be of assistance.

Thank you so much for such a wonderful addition to our family,

Louise Shimmings

1. pups will be picked up at my new house -- 307 E. Ricker rd Loudon NH 03307-0721  ----Please do not e-mail we do not respond just auto respond.Please text or call.
2. Coming to the farm/ Pick up day----**Please please please do not visit directly after viewing another Kennel, pet store, humane society or anywhere they sell puppies or kittens or stores,within 72 hours before you come to our house.  I do not allow dogs to visit pups they would have to stay in your vehicle. --Due to the potential of disease transmission, deadly viruses can travel on your clothes & the bottom of your shoes. Kennel cough is airborn it can even travel in your hair..........You MUST shower between visits change clothes and shoes and wash your hair. Sorry I just don't need sick pups. *And Please do not come at all if : you have been around sick dogs or cats, that have flees, ticks, mites, kennel cough, parvo, or anything that can be passed along to my moms or pups. Thanks again...   

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   My pups are started on the Pro Plan Puppy Chicken & Rice formula. under 1 year

   Puppies grow and change at diffrent stages of their growth, if you feel you need to change your puppies food or amount of food, Please do it, only you can see and evaluate your puppy at the diffrent stages of its growth threw its life.    

   Pro plan also makes a Large breed puppy formula that is good for certain reasons or times. There are many other good formulas and brands. I am just telling you what I start them with and how I follow threw with many of mine. 

    

Next vet appt.   

1.   ----Your pup will have been seen by a vet during the week you are picking up, the shots he has given must stay in your pups system at least 14 days  before they can get the next set so make the next vet appt for shots after 15 days can go longer just not sooner.  you will find vet results on this page if he finds anything.
2. an example of someone who got a pup with an overbite

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this is a good place to see when pups are born, you are on the waiting list give me up to a week or two , to call you. I like to make sure the pups are strong. alot can happen the first 2 weeks, and nothing worse than calling people back saying a pups didnt make it or mom sat on it. also then I have to call each person in order and wait for them to return my calls. so please be patient. I know everyone is very excited and anxious to know if you are getting one but you can all see the waiting list.

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    On pick up day,  I give you a  folder of reading material such as; this material is printable from this page

      *Care & Maintence (about 10 or more pages on feeding & care)wwith Important pointers to new puppy owners.  Just my opinion I'm not a professioal vet or trainer.

I can e-mail this to you sooner just send me an e-mail and ask for it.) But it is in the folder. 
   * (on pick up day you will get the actual Vet Health certificate for you to show your vet.) 
      

                                    And also if you have a balance left on your pup (by pick up day) it must be paid in full with cash before the pup leaves my home. (NOT A CHECK OF ANY TYPE) or you will be put at the bottom of the list so I can continue with my appointments .

Another question I get often is Pictures of pups:\

As far as pictures, If I have time I will take pictures.I am trying something new.  to see pictures of the pups go to:  https://www.facebook.com/brenda.labrador.714       click photos, then Albums.  if I have videos  check the video button and click that.   This is a public page you do not have to have face book to see this page.

Is the food you recommend still Purina Pro Plan Puppy, chicken & rice or lamb & rice?? 
It is Puppy chicken & rice " Formula" NOt Shredded ( Shredded will not swell when water is added), (lamb is great for digestion), but it good to keep a food like lamb incase you dog has an issue with foods like allergies if you start out with lamb you have no where else to go but veterinary special diet foods that can be very expensive.      *So pups leave my house and should continue to get (Pro plan Puppy chicken & rice Puppy  under one year formula). I was told many moons ago if you want to change  you should buy one large 40 bag bage of what they are use to ,then change. 

Do you recommend the plastic hard sided crate or the open wire cratefrom Midwest? I like the Midwest Life stages crate (the have a recomended size for labs on the box, that crate also come with a divider panel to use as your pups grows) . And they are reasonably priced. But you can get any brand that is reasonably priced ( you do not need to spend a ton of money on a crate. Try target & Wal-Mart stores like that for prices before you go to a pet store. On the box it will tell you the correct size for each breed.

You do Not need a collar when you pick up your pup. When you get your pup home take a piece of yarn measure the pups neck, take it to any store and get an adjustable collar your pup will grow very fast. Do Not take a pup of this young age or even before it has it’s complete set of shots (16 weeks) to a pet store.

I am sorry if this is repetitive, I feel like I give you an overload of information, But it is questions people ask over & over again.

****Remember do not e-mail, Please call or text me if you need me.    If you need to e-mail me call me to tell me to look for your e-mail .. I have over a thousand in my in box just cant keep up.  filling out the form on the litters due page is the way to get info...  Thanks Brenda

Hi Brenda,

This update on Maddy is long overdue. She is just the greatest little puppy and we are so happy that she is a part of our family! Everyone comments on how cute she is and what a great Lab look she has. She definitely has a spunky, mischievous side, too. We are taking puppy classes and she goes to daycare some days where she plays with friends. After learning that she was a singleton, the trainers remark what a great job the breeder (you) did in socializing her. We just wanted to thank you for our precious little girl! I attached a recent picture of her. Hope you are doing well.

Best,
Rushmie and John