How long do you give them?

I think it depends upon the individual and the "mood" I am in! seriously though, I have dogs I will wait on, and others that better show me a little something. Now days, I won't hardly mess with a pup that I don't know some history on the bloodlines, so I have an idea of what to expect and about what age. I got a couple on the yard now that I waited on, and I am very pleased that I did, well worth it. BUT I am fortunate enough to have the luxury to keep quite a few dogs at one time, so I have several dogs that get the job done while awaiting for the others to "catch up". That being the "key" for most folks, that need dogs to be working and not sitting around.