BREEDING PROGRAM
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At Watermark Kennels our breeding program is designed to improve the overall quality of the Toller
by breeding to the Canadian Kennel Club Standard for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
Through careful selection of breeding pairs we strive to produce versatile companion dogs that have
excellent temperaments, health and structure.
This is our # 1 priority.
Temperament is a critical factor in the choice of dogs we use in our breeding program as the Toller
was origanally designed to work in a close relationship with its owner. It is therefore very important
to us that we produce dogs that have temperaments that allow for a well rounded adaptable dog that
is highly trainable.
Health is also a very important factor in our breeding program as it makes little sense to breed dogs
that have questionable health. We therefore have all our breeding stock checked for hip dysplasia
and certified with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA). Their eyes are checked by a
Certified Veterinarian for any eye diseases, as well they are Optigen tested for Progressive Retinal
Atrophy a genetic eye disease. We also test for heart and thyroid problems.
Structure like health and temperament is another critical component to the whole dog and we
therefore always breed to the CKC Standard of the Toller.
As these dogs were bred to be hunting dogs we feel that it is very important to keep the field
instincts alive in the dogs we breed. If a dog is not structurally or mentally suited to work in the field
all day then it is not considered for our breeding program.
All of the puppies we raise at Watermark Kennels are reared inside our home where they are
exposed to normal household sounds and activities. As a result the puppies become very well
socialized to people, children, other animals and the hussle 'n' bussle of regular family life. Before
any puppy goes to their new home they are given a full Veterinary examination, their first shots,
dewormed, they are tattooed or microchipped and the litter is registered with the Canadian Kennel
Club. All puppies will also be individually registered with the Canadian Kennel Club.
All Watermark puppies are sold by reservation as we usually have a Waiting List for puppies. Along
with the Watermark contract all pups are sold on either a CKC Non-Breeding contract or a
Co-ownership Agreement. When placing puppies we look for homes in which the puppy will lead a
full and active lifestyle. Tollers are a very active breed and we feel it is critical that the pups have
regular mental and physical stimulation throughout their lives to be at their best.
If you are interested in a Watermark puppy and would like to go onto my Waiting List please
CONTACT ME for a copy of my Puppy Questionnaire.
by breeding to the Canadian Kennel Club Standard for the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.
Through careful selection of breeding pairs we strive to produce versatile companion dogs that have
excellent temperaments, health and structure.
This is our # 1 priority.
Temperament is a critical factor in the choice of dogs we use in our breeding program as the Toller
was origanally designed to work in a close relationship with its owner. It is therefore very important
to us that we produce dogs that have temperaments that allow for a well rounded adaptable dog that
is highly trainable.
Health is also a very important factor in our breeding program as it makes little sense to breed dogs
that have questionable health. We therefore have all our breeding stock checked for hip dysplasia
and certified with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA). Their eyes are checked by a
Certified Veterinarian for any eye diseases, as well they are Optigen tested for Progressive Retinal
Atrophy a genetic eye disease. We also test for heart and thyroid problems.
Structure like health and temperament is another critical component to the whole dog and we
therefore always breed to the CKC Standard of the Toller.
As these dogs were bred to be hunting dogs we feel that it is very important to keep the field
instincts alive in the dogs we breed. If a dog is not structurally or mentally suited to work in the field
all day then it is not considered for our breeding program.
All of the puppies we raise at Watermark Kennels are reared inside our home where they are
exposed to normal household sounds and activities. As a result the puppies become very well
socialized to people, children, other animals and the hussle 'n' bussle of regular family life. Before
any puppy goes to their new home they are given a full Veterinary examination, their first shots,
dewormed, they are tattooed or microchipped and the litter is registered with the Canadian Kennel
Club. All puppies will also be individually registered with the Canadian Kennel Club.
All Watermark puppies are sold by reservation as we usually have a Waiting List for puppies. Along
with the Watermark contract all pups are sold on either a CKC Non-Breeding contract or a
Co-ownership Agreement. When placing puppies we look for homes in which the puppy will lead a
full and active lifestyle. Tollers are a very active breed and we feel it is critical that the pups have
regular mental and physical stimulation throughout their lives to be at their best.
If you are interested in a Watermark puppy and would like to go onto my Waiting List please
CONTACT ME for a copy of my Puppy Questionnaire.