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kennelsonsofnorth

White Swiss Shepherd breeder
📍 New Hampshire, USA 🇺🇸

Opie update 💚 Beginning of January we have bee

Opie update 💚

Beginning of January we have been dealing with Opie’s back pain which I had previously thought was just a muscle pain because the boy is active.

We also were training jumps & A-frames and I couldn’t rule out the possibility of injury on those exercises even though it seemed not likely.

However, beginning of the year he got worse and we went to the vet and took X-rays.

What I thought would be muscle pain & sprains maybe - the vet was thinking of arthritis and/or something in the spine. And possible back surgery might be needed. One vet also said that he might have broken one of his vertebraes 😱

Opie is LTV1 and we could maybe see some changes in the spine from his previous X-rays that were taken 2 years ago. His hips looked great though! 🖤

The pain he had was always in the morning when he got up - which was consistent with the arthritis that they were thinking.

However, the only way to know for sure what was going on - is to do a MRI (about $8k-$10k).

I was able to get a referral to a specialist in Massachusetts and we saw a neurologist & surgeon about 3 weeks ago.

Both of them agreed that at the moment, they didn’t see any signs of pain or anything else that would be alarming.

The specialist didn’t agree with the arthritis diagnosis and also didn’t think this was a spine issue necessarily but couldn’t of course completely rule that out either.

We decided to monitor and put him on medication and if that wouldn’t help - do the MRI to find out more.

He was put on Prednisone beginning of April.

Previously he was already taken medication for pain which we stopped before the Prednisone was started.

Happy to report that he has been coming back to his normal self 💚

He doesn’t seemed to be in pain anymore (not even in the mornings) and his mood is coming back to his happy self ❤️

We hope that this magical Prednisone helped fixed whatever was wrong and that maybe after the summer we can return to training once again.

But most importantly that he can live the active & wild life that he loves so much 💚

Am I just start to realize how expensive owning do

Am I just start to realize how expensive owning dogs actually is?

Let’s look at the dog insurance:

Dog insurance costs can vary widely depending on several factors, such as dog’s age, breed, location, and the type of coverage you choose. On average, pet insurance for dogs in the United States ranges from about $30 to $70 per month for a standard accident and illness plan. (I can personally say it’s lot more).

For a more basic accident-only plan, you might pay as little as $15 to $35 per month, while comprehensive plans with higher coverage limits or wellness add-ons can push costs closer to $100 or more per month.

Younger dogs generally have lower premiums because they’re less likely to have pre-existing conditions or age-related health issues. The location matters as well; urban areas with pricier vet services can drive up premiums compared to rural regions.

Finally, the plan itself—whether it’s accident-only, accident and illness, or includes extras like routine care—determines how much you’ll pay. Higher deductibles and lower reimbursement rates (say, 70% versus 90%) can lower your monthly cost, but you’ll pay more out of pocket when you file a claim.

So, why get dog insurance in the first place? The main reason is financial protection against unexpected veterinary expenses. Dogs can rack up big bills fast (as we all know it 🤣)

Insurance helps spread that risk, turning a potential budget-busting event into a manageable monthly payment. It also gives peace of mind, letting you focus on your dog’s health rather than your bank account during a crisis.

I pay around $4500 for dog insurance a year.

For me that insane. Jax’s portion of that is around $2400 which is understandable due to his age.

Now when my dog needs MRI (cost around $5k-$10k) the same insurance - who happily takes my money every month is only covering around $1000 of that bill.

Really battling between should all them just come off from insurance (except for Jax probably) and should I use credit card/Care Credit etc.

But then again, I am not confident to take them off the insurance 🤪

Do you have pet insurance? From what company?

White Swiss Shepherds were made for winter—blend

White Swiss Shepherds were made for winter—blending into the snow, ruling the drifts, and loving every frosty second 🖤

Winter is where they truly shine—their snowy coats blend into the landscape as they bound through drifts, chase swirling flakes, and revel in the crisp, cold air. Built for the chill, these majestic pups turn every snowfall into a playground, leaving paw prints and pure joy behind. ❄️🐾

However, we already thought the snow season was gone for this spring but apparently not when looking at the weather forecast…..

Seems to be mix of rain & snow for weeks again 🤦🏻‍♀️

Ms. Ally almost 9 months 💕 She is super fun to

Ms. Ally almost 9 months 💕 She is super fun to train with - she is just too smart for her own good sometimes 🤣

Her intelligence can make her sometimes think for herself. If she doesn’t see the point of a command or get distracted by something more interesting, she might ignore me, testing my patience during training and in life.

She. Is. So. Funny. Though.

She would just stand here and wait for the toy to come to her mouth 😂 Rather than chasing it.

Don’t get me wrong- she loves chasing things.

She also sometimes outsmart herself, overanalyzing situations. Like she might hesitate in simple tasks because she is anticipating something more complex, which can slow down the training process.

What we do like - is that when she does take a grip, she holds it nicely & when offered - she keeps doing re-grips with the trainer 🖤

I wish everyone would have a mentor like I do ❤️

We have trialed together, she has saved my puppies life & there isn’t another person that I would trust my dogs more.

Her expertise, thoughtful guidance, and unwavering support have significantly contributed to my development as a dog trainer & a human being. I deeply appreciate the time and dedication that she has invested in me, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to learn from someone of her caliber.

I find myself at a loss for words sufficient enough to convey the depth of my gratitude for the extraordinary mentorship she has so generously provided. Her wisdom, kindness, and unshakable belief in me have been a guiding light through some of my most uncertain moments.

I feel privileged to have a mentor who gives so selflessly, and it moves me to think of how rare and remarkable her support has been.

The countless hours she dedicated to me stand as a testament to her extraordinary commitment. Those hours—spent listening intently as I wrestled with decisions, offering thoughtful insights drawn from her own experience, and encouraging me to push past my doubts—have built a foundation I lean on every day. I often find myself reflecting on the generosity of that time, given so freely, and it humbles me to think of the care behind each moment shared. Her influence reaches far beyond the lessons taught; it’s woven into who I am and who I aspire to be. She has not only guided me toward success but lit a spark in me to one day extend the same support to others.

Thank you for being the mentor I will forever admire and appreciate ❤️

Opie 💚 We tried so hard to get ready for the t

Opie 💚

We tried so hard to get ready for the trial season.

Unfortunately, due to Opie’s possible injury this trial season is canceled for us.

So upsetting that we can’t trial this spring 😭

But of course it’s more important to get Opie better ❤️‍🩹

No jumps, running, chasing, playing with ball for a while for him which is going to be soooooo difficult.

He is basically outside dog especially during spring & summer time and now he is stuck with us inside the house when the other dogs are enjoying the yard time.

We both are disappointed ☹️

He LOVES the outdoors life and it’s going to be tough on all of us.

Maybe this would be a great time to focus on tracking and maybe get a new title in tracking this fall.

If only I wouldn’t be so lazy with tracking 🤪

Maybe we could do a nose work class somewhere!?

Well, at least he is handsome 😍

If he feels better, I am planning on shows May & July for him.

“Just for fun” 🤣

But for now we are headed back to the vet for some X-rays & hopefully more answers for my best boy 💚

I am refusing to believe that the winter is over ✋

Why is time going by so fast 😭

Now the season is changing and that means mud on top of mud + rain 🌧️ more than needed.

🐜 & 🐝 & ticks 🤮

I am not ready.

Oh and we can forget any WHITE dogs for the next months because of the MUD

At least Maine treated as well last month when there was still snow on the ground 💙

We shall do some more day trips to Maine & Vermont this year because these places can be stunning 😍

I was looking for spring time and getting to some

I was looking for spring time and getting to some local or non-local shows but it seems that there isn’t any interesting judges for conformation 🤣

Unless I want to drive like 2 days (which I don’t)

Our regular show site changed from Massachusetts and not sure what the new site looks like. Right now there are only couple of shows posted as last year I feel like they had show every or every other weekend 😅

Maybe there is more to come?

I am considering Eastern Classic in October- I believe it’s in Pennsylvania? 🤷🏻‍♀️

I like Virginia & North Carolina shows but they are so far away that always have to take one week off from work to attend 🤪

Please let me know if you find something interesting in the show world.

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