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 “Germany’s Finest Bloodlines;
MADE IN AMERICA”
Breeders of the finest quality Schutzhund/IPO titled & Breed Surveyed German Shepherds in the United States for over 43 years. Our breeding program maintains the integrity of the German Shepherd's heritage to preserve the human-canine bond. 
  "BREEDING BETTER DOGS BY DESIGN"
Our Merkel Geneology is from Haίloch, Germany
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BREEDER QUALIFICATIONS:
KENNEL NAME: Haus Merkel
Breeder Name: Dyan Merkel
Website: http://www.hausmerkel.com
Location: Dallas, Texas
Contact Info: hausmerkel@yahoo.com
214-755-5755

HEALTH TESTS:
Hip/Elbow Certifications: Yes
Degerative Myopathy Certifications: Yes
Thyroid tests: Yes
CERF tests: No

TRAINING:
Titles/certifies breeding stock in discipline?: Yes

BREEDING STOCK:
Raises breeding stock from puppies: Yes
Titles dogs bred on premise:  Yes
Imports titled breeding stock: Yes
Buys from other Breeders:  NO MORE!

SCHUTZHUND/IPO:
Has trained in Schutzhund: Yes
HOT from puppy to SchH3: Yes
HOT and bred to SchH3: Yes
HOT and bred to National level: Not yet

CONFORMATION/BREED SURVEY:
Show ratings: Yes
Breed survey: Yes

BREEDER ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
V Putz vom Haus Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
V Ulla vom Haus Merkel SchH3, Kkl 1a
V Zessa vom Haus Merkel SchH2, IPO3, Kkl1a
V Riesa vom Haus Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
V Puma vom Haus Merkel SchH2, Kkl 1a
V Emma vom Haus Merkel SchH1, Kkl 1a
SG Wickie vom Haus Merkel IPO1 a
SG Vessa vom Haus Merkel IPO1 a
SG1 Clar vom Haus Merkel SchH1 a
Ch Merkel's Opium SchH1
V Merkel's Arletta SchH1, a
SG, VP2 Nixe vom Haus Merkel BH, AD, a
SG Feli vom Haus Merkel BH, AD, a
Ch Merkel's Leica UDT, OFA
Merkel's Leibchen Shiloh UDT, OFA
Ch Merkels Sangria UDT, OFA
United States Grand Victrix Ch Merkels Vendetta ROM, OFA
Ch Merkel' Quaestor CD, ROM, OFA
Ch Merkel's Essence UD, OFA
Merkel's Coda vom Jennerick CDX, OFA
National Certified Search & Rescue
Lieb vom Haus Merkel OFA,
National Obedience Winner Ch Merkel's Cut Up of Timmee UDT, OFA
Certified United States Service Dog Bryn vom Haus Merkel CGC, OFA
Certified United States Service Dog Fred vom Haus Merkel
Ch Merkel's The Cutting Edge OFA
Ch Merkel's Virtual Reality OFA
Ch Merkel's Tequila CD, OFA
Ch Merkel's Sante Fe OFA
Merkel's Spellbound ROM,OFA
Merkel's Emma ROM , OFA
 Merkel's Estes CD, near ROM
2009 Annual Achievement Award Recipient Ch Merkel's Heart's are Wild CD TD, TC, HIC, CGC, TDI , OFA
Ch Merkel's Heart to Heart CD, OFA
 PRODOMINANT LINES USED:
World Sieger VA1Larus von Batu SchH3 Kkl 1a
World Sieger VA1 Zamp vom Thermodos SchH3, Kkl 1
World Sieger VA1 Yasko vom Farbenspiel SchH3, Kkl 1a
VA Dux della Valcuvia SchH3, Kkl1a
Kirschental

WRITTEN GUARANTEE:  Yes
EDUCATION AVAILABLE:  Yes
 LIFETIME SUPPORT:  Yes
YEARS AS BREEDER:  43
 

Contact:

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(please put your phone number, location, sex & category of puppy you are seeking & time frame you would like to have your puppy. 
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LINK:  Pit Bulls attack my female after going through the 6' Chainlink perimeter fence and then ripping into her 6' chainlink paddock to attack and try to kill her.
 

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My beloved mother
 (Dorothy Conner Merkel Obituary)
 Love, kindness & laughter was her gift to all.
 

LINK: 90 Percent of Pet Foods May Cause Disease in Your Pet

THIS IS WHAT WE FEED
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Large & Giant Breed Puppy

This formula is designed for those puppies that will reach 50 pounds or more as an adult. Its triple meat protein source builds good solid muscle, providing optimum calcium and phosphorus. In addition, there are slightly fewer calories so that puppies don’t gain too much weight before their bodies are ready to support it.

HOW TO GREET A DOG
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BEST INFORMATION YOU CAN EVER HAVE ON MEETING OTHER PEOPLES DOGS-Children really need to learn this.
 

READING A DOGS BODY LANGUAGE
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Canine body language
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THIS is why you do not walk your dogs on asphalt or concrete in the summer. If you see someone walking their dogs on asphalt or concrete, PLEASE educated them and get the pet to cooler ground. Original post was from Pet Ambulance Victoria

This should be sent to all the veterinarians including the specialists!


DOG PARK ALERT

We have received two notices. (1) Nails wrapped in cheese at dog parks in Chicago and Massachusetts (see pic). (2) from some friends that in Augusta Maine dog park, antifreeze is being found in doggie water bowls. Please beware and be careful and PLEASE SHARE and spread the word


Ever wonder where puppy mill dogs come from? Here's an example. Many get cooked alive in the sun and freeze to death in the winter. If you purchase your dog from a pet store, I can guarantee your "AKC" certified dog came from a place like this.  This one is even better than the ones  I saw in Iowa and Missouri!


Do you recognize she is a Yorkie?
Please do not purchase your pet from a Pet shop, Backyard breeder or Commercial Puppy Mill.

 

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"The man who rears a dog must complete what the breeder began..." Max v. Stephanitz; Father of the German Shepherd Dog

 

 
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This is a real combination of symptoms that spells out EMERGENCY. These are the classic symptoms of a condition referred to as "bloat" - a dog that is pacing, restless and has unproductive attempts to vomit.

This is a common problem in large breed deep-chested dogs but can also occur in smaller dogs.

Basically what happens is this - the stomach twists causing the blood supply to the stomach to be compromised then leads to tissue death. As tissues are damaged, toxins are released and a sequence of events occurs that if left untreated, leads to death.

If you ever notice these symptoms in your dog, call your local veterinarian or emergency clinic as soon as possible.

This is a condition that is fairly common and often occurs in the evening or nighttime hours. It is also a very expensive condition to treat.  READ MORE...
           

Dealing with Excessive Barking

The first step to stopping barking is to understand why it is happening. Dogs bark for all kinds of reasons, including anxiety, boredom and/or loneliness. Sometimes they bark just because it feels good.  Luckily, most dogs will respond to one or other intervention to curtail their barking. Whether you simply bring an outdoor dog inside or take the time to apply behavior-modification techniques, you can cause a dog to be less of a nuisance and to be more socially acceptable.


Removing Skunk Odor

No need for the tomato juice. Use a mixture of 10 parts hydrogen peroxide to 1 part baking soda. Add a dash of degreasing dishwashing soap and pour into a spray bottle. Spray liberally over dry coat and allow to air dry. Avoid eyes. Works on other objects, too!



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Ruptured Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
Veterinary Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

 

The knee is prone to a number of injuries as any football player will tell you. One of the most common knee injuries in dogs is a ruptured cruciate ligament.

Knee anatomy

The knee is a joint that is formed by three bones: Femur (the long bone extending down from the hip); Tibia (the bone between the knee and ankle); and Patella (the kneecap). These bones are joined together by a number of ligaments, which are tough fibrous bands of tissue. Two ligaments crisscross in the joint from the femur to the tibia and are called cruciate ligaments (cruciate means cross). The one towards the front of the leg is called the anterior cruciate ligament and the one crossing behind it is the posterior cruciate ligament. These ligaments prevent the ends of the femur and tibia from moving back and forth across each other.

Normal Knee Anatomy
A rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)

 

Ruptured Anterior Cruciate w/Drawer Movement
When the anterior cruciate ligament ruptures (is torn), the joint becomes unstable and the femur and tibia can move back and forth across each other. The anterior cruciate ligament is commonly torn when the dog twists on his hind leg. The twisting motion puts too much tension on the ligament and it tears. This often occurs if the dog slips on a slippery surface, makes a sudden turn while running, or is hit by a car. Obesity puts too much weight on the knee and overweight dogs tend to have more occurrences of ruptured cruciate ligaments. It appears that in most dogs with the problem, the ACL slowly degenerates and becomes weaker until it ruptures, without any sudden injury. Certain breeds appear to be at increased risk of ACL degeneration and include the Newfoundland, Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler, Bichon Frise, St. Bernard, and others. Many dogs with a degenerating ACL will have the condition in both knees. In small breed dogs, a luxating patella may predispose them to a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.

 

Symptoms of a ruptured cruciate ligament

Dogs who have ruptured their cruciate ligament will appear suddenly lame, and usually hold the foot of the affected leg off the ground. The knee may become swollen. In time, the dog may start to use the leg again, but often lameness returns. Dogs with a degenerating ACL may also show some pain, and there may be some swelling in the joint.

Diagnosis of a ruptured cruciate ligament

Veterinarian checking the knee of a dog for a The diagnosis of a ruptured cruciate ligament is made through observing abnormal movement of the joint. A veterinarian will place one hand around the femur and one around the tibia in a precise manner. By applying pressure on the knee, the veterinarian will feel the bones move abnormally in what is called a 'drawer sign.' It is called that because the movement of the femur in relation to the tibia is similar to pulling and pushing in the drawer of a cabinet. If an animal is in a lot of pain, or very nervous, the muscles near the knee may be so tense that they prevent the drawer movement from occurring. If a veterinarian suspects a ruptured cruciate ligament in a dog but cannot elicit the drawer sign, the dog may be heavily sedated to relax the muscles and then re-examined for the drawer sign. Many dogs with a ruptured cruciate ligament will have swelling on the inside aspect of the knee, and this is called a medial buttress. Radiographs are commonly performed to better assess the amount of arthritis that may be present.

Treatment of a ruptured cruciate ligament

If the ligament is completely torn, the dog (especially a large dog) is generally treated with surgery. There are several different methods used to repair the knee joint when an anterior ligament is torn. Some entail using synthetic suture material, or a portion of adjacent fibrous tissue to basically re-create the ligament. The suture or tissue is made to extend from the outside lower portion of the femur to the inside upper portion of the tibia. After the surgery, the dog must be strictly confined for 2 weeks. By day 10 after surgery, most dogs touch the toe of the affected leg to the ground and will start bearing minimal weight on the leg. Once the dog has reached this point, it is often very difficult to keep the dog quiet until complete healing has taken place. The dog generally has to be restricted to only leash walking for a minimum of 4-6 more weeks; the exact amount of time depends upon the extent of the injury and the corrective procedure performed. This is extremely important to prevent the surgical correction from tearing. The veterinarian's instructions regarding exercise during the recovery period should be followed very carefully.

Another surgery that may be performed is the tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO). In this procedure, a portion of the tibia is cut, moved, and reattached to a different portion of the tibia using plates and screws. By changing the conformation of the tibia, the joint is stabilized. This is a technically difficult surgery but it has shown to produce excellent results, often with less arthritis. This surgery is especially recommended for dogs over 50 pounds in weight. The recovery period is similar to that with the other surgical procedures.

The third procedure that may be used is the tibial tuberosity advancement (TTA). This is another surgery in which a different portion of the tibia is cut, and allowed to heal at a different angle to change the mechanical stresses on the joint. As with the TPLO, this surgery is more complex and it requires special equipment and training.

In some instances, if the cruciate ligament is only partially torn, the animal is older, has medical conditions which could affect healing, or the owners will not be able to keep the dog quiet for a number of weeks after surgery, medical treatment is used. This basically consists of controlling the dog's activity for 8-12 weeks. Swimming and low-impact exercise (walking) may be done on a controlled basis, as instructed by a veterinarian, to keep up muscle strength. If overweight, the dog should be placed on a reduced-calorie diet. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) such as carprofen, etodolac, meloxicam, deracoxib, buffered aspirin, or other medications are often used to reduce inflammation in the joint and relieve pain. (Do NOT give your cat aspirin unless prescribed by your veterinarian.) Products containing glucosamine, chondroitin, perna mussel, polysulfated glycosaminoglycans, and other chondroprotective agents are often recommended, as well.

If a dog with a ruptured cruciate is not treated, severe degenerative joint disease (arthritis) usually occurs. In addition, because the dog favors the affected leg, he will generally put more weight on the unaffected leg. It is not unusual for the dog to rupture the anterior cruciate ligament on that leg as well because of the increased stress on the leg.

Prognosis

If the dog's exercise is restricted as instructed, and overweight dogs return to normal body weight, the prognosis is good. Depending on the amount of injury to the knee and length of time between the injury and correction of the problem, degenerative joint disease may occur as the pet ages

 

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