Given that many factors can contribute to hip dysplasia, including overfeeding of puppies, we require the dog to be evaluated by the Orthopedic Foundation of Animals (OFA) between 24-26 months. For our records, we require a copy of the dog's veterinary records, including a copy of the diagnosis and OFA report by 28 months.

We at Seven Oaks Kennel are very concerned should any of our offspring display moderate or severe characteristics of genetic hip dysplasia. Please inform us as early as possible as to the possibility of the disease. Concerning a positive diagnosis of moderate or severe hip dysplasia, we require the following:

• The dog must be registered and in possession of the original owner (Health Guarantee is non-transferable)
• You must not have bred the dog

Although we sincerely hope and expect your dog to remain healthy and disease free, we offer the following replacement policy for moderate to severe hip dysplasia cases. 

You may select a new puppy from our first available litter as a guaranteed replacement if the replacement is greater than that paid at the original time of purchase: the buyer is responsible for paying any price difference. No cash refunds will be made.

Additionally, when puppies nurse, they rely on their mother's colostrum (highly nutritious milk produced right after birth) for the antibodies they need to fight foreign substances. 

However, the maternal antibodies' effectiveness declines as the puppy's immune system begin to mature. By eight weeks, your puppy's immune system is vulnerable and will soon be challenged on multiple fronts.

The immune system is weakened when a puppy leaves its mother and siblings to live with its new family. It can be decreased by the stress of adoption and exposure to bacteria and viruses in its new home.

These are pathogens for which the puppy's body has not yet developed antibodies, and it is widely recognized that the immune system is less effective in times of stress. Starting NuVet Plus right away is vital to helping your puppy grow into a healthy adult.

We also start the vaccine series during this time. Vaccines are only effective if the immune system can respond adequately. If the immune system is distracted by combating free radicals and does not receive the nutrients required to keep it strong during times of stress, the puppy's health is at risk. 

The best way to prevent illness during this critical time is to provide the nutritional support required for proper immune system function.

As quality breeders, our highest priority is the health of the dogs we breed. Part of that responsibility includes doing everything possible to ensure their well-being after they go to a new home.

While all quality dog foods will provide everything needed to sustain life, virtually all of them are cooked during manufacturing. The heat from cooking causes much of the nutrients to be lost during the process. 

NuVet Plus is cold processed, allowing all of the benefits of its rich nutrients to be retained, giving your new puppy an extra layer of protection, especially during the most critical first year of life.

NuVet Plus is a synergistic combination of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals known to boost immune system function. NuVet Labs' ingredients are sourced in the United States, manufactured in a human-grade U.S. FDA-registered pharmaceutical laboratory, and cold processed to maximize the potency of the nutrients.

 NuVet Labs has been in business since 1997 and has never had a product recall. By including NuVet Plus® into your puppy's daily diet, you can be confident that you are providing the nutrients required for optimal immune system performance. You can find additional information on the NuVet Labs website.