Chambray Labradors Presents Rescue & Relocation

South East Florida Labrador Rescue & Relocation

I founded the SEFL Rescue & Relocation in 1993, a year after Hurricane Andrew devastated much of South Dade county, including my home and my kennels! In that time there have been well over 390 Labradors (several other breeds also) that have been rescued, re-united with their owners, re-homed with new owners or relocated to another facility or shelter. Originally, I envisioned a community of Labrador breeders, owners and exhibitors that would get involved either statewide or on a regional bases to aid in rescue and relocation of our breed. I published a website to enlist other responsible Florida breeders to join in and create a statewide program to aid in Labrador rescue and relocation. Needless to say, there has been very little cooperation in a venture such as this and I have single-handedly manned the fort with the project. From that number (390 Labradors), there have been a dozen that were Chambray bred dogs that needed rescue/relocation, leaving well over 370 that came from other breeders in Florida and also a few from out of state. A large percentage of those 390 dogs came to stay for extended periods of time here at Chambray Acres. Where they were housed, fed, micro-chipped and trained by the Herzons. Once a home was found for them, I provided free training for the new owners, both on a private basis and also at my training classes. That is how it has worked for 17 long years.   I regret to inform all of those that have known of the project and that have referred possible rescues to me, that I will no longer continue with the project. There are many reasons for terminating the project. 1. Economic reasons. I can no longer provide the funds needed for maintenance on rescues 2. Zoning Laws limiting the number of dogs on a property. I have my own dogs as the limit  and can not house any more. 3. I no longer have the energy.   As responsible breeders and professional trainers, we will continue to rescue & re-home Chambray-bred Labradors that need it.                back to HOME PAGE Let us hear from you.