Mini Sport Retrievers

10/13/2025

A great big Happy Thanksgiving to all our GWK families and to our newest family addition Rachel and her 4 kids who have adopted Mia we certainly look foward to see her many adventures of life at Salmon Arm.

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10/09/2025

Family wanted:
Mia loves to go for walks and loves the water. She is super infatuated with kids and would love to play all the time. She loves the outdoors, suntanning, chasing bugs and watch clouds in the sky yes she spends hours in the backyard just observing everything and everyone. She really needs a active family with younger active kids that she can chase after or be involved with but can handle being jumped on as she is still learning. She is goofy and loves to smile plus retrieve. We simply are to boring for her as she needs people that either hike, run or do water activities to include her with them as she just isnt getting enough stimulation neing a home body and yard dog. We are hoping to find that great home for her. We imported her so we are wanting to obtain our costs of shipping etc back and do want the family that gets her to have her spayed. If she sounds like a fit for your active family text us at she is a purebred comes from a pedigree lineage yet she isnt registered we do have her family tree she has all shots and microchipping and deworming up to date. 1.2.5.0.8.0.1.9.7.8.6

09/04/2025

We all have heard the phrase that we are our environments and are what we eat. The same is for our dogs as they are heavily relied upon by us for emotional support, connection etc. If we are always under pressure, stress, negative, never structured etc.

The Science Behind Stress and Cancer in Dogs

Stress, both in humans and animals, triggers a cascade of physiological responses. In dogs, chronic stress can lead to the suppression of the immune system, making it less effective at detecting and fighting cells that could lead to cancer. Research indicates that the stress hormone cortisol, when persistently elevated, may promote an environment conducive to cancer growth. Moreover, stress can lead to behavioral changes and exacerbate inflammatory responses, which are known risk factors in the development of cancer.

Clinical Studies and Observations

Several veterinary studies have aimed to correlate the levels of stress with cancer prevalence in dogs. Although direct causality is challenging to establish, there is growing evidence suggesting that dogs under continuous stress have higher incidences of certain types of cancers. For instance, dogs with a history of anxiety or prolonged exposure to stressful environments may show a higher prevalence of lymphoma or mammary tumors.

Stress and Cancer in Dogs: Comparison Between a Population
A retrospective cohort study comparing the stress levels of dogs diagnosed with cancer to those of healthy dogs found that the oncologic group showed more signs of stress and anxiety before their cancer diagnosis. This suggests a potential link between stress and cancer in dogs, indicating that constant negativity from owners may contribute to stress levels and potentially increase the risk of cancer.

Preventive Measures and Stress Management

Managing and reducing stress could potentially lower the risk of cancer in dogs. This involves regular exercise, mental stimulation, and ensuring a stable environment. Professional trainers and veterinarians can offer advice on stress reduction techniques and behavioral therapies that can help maintain your dog’s emotional balance. Additionally, routine check-ups can detect early signs of stress-related health issues before they develop further.

Some food for thought...

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07/28/2025

Happy bday celebrations to 2 past litters today 8 years ago today 2017 litter mia and beau' s litter and 2015 dolly and rhett's litter of 2015 turn 10 today. Wow where do the years fly by..