Nice to have some 'time off'.

I still can't get off my 'puppy mode' schedule.  Just as I begin to settle in, I start planning for the next litter arrival.

Brinkley is due here around Sept. 11th., after her X-ray is done.  I have a few more days before puppy watch begins again.  :+)

CLARY X HOBBS puppies are home with their families.

I was so thankful for a lovely day that was not too hot and steamy.  I had set everything up outdoors for the seven families coming and it worked out great.

Here are some pics of this fun day!

PICK UP DAY IS COMING VERY QUICKLY!

Here are some things to go over (again!):

• Safe guard your home - plugs, computer wires, cell phone chargers, your favorite sandals and shoes.
• Have your food ready and if it is not Bixbe Rawbble, you will see some poop changes until their tummies adjust.  Don't freak out and call your vet because of soft diarrhea type poops UNLESS you see blood in it or it lasts for more than two or three days.  Explosive, watery diarrhea is a different story and you need to see a vet asap as this can cause dehydration.
• Be sure to feed three times a day until about 6 months!  Follow the directions on the bag and adjust as needed, reduce if too fat; add if you can feel bone-y ribs.  Right now, they are all plump.
• Have your vet check appointment done and bring in a stool sample.  I have done two samples already and they were both clear with no parasites.
• Expect your pup to cry at night for a couple of days, they have just left all their siblings and the only home they have known.
• Don't smother your pup with love, they need some space too.  Don't force affection on them when all they want to do is have a nap!  Put yourself in their place!
• Get on a puppy socialization class, they need to be with their kind to learn dog language and respect; think about a day care class once a week so they adjust to new places, other dogs and people - so important for their development.
• READ the Contract & Warranty - You will sign it when you come on Saturday.
• The pups need another 6 days for healing from the surgeries, so be sure to keep them from jumping off couches or any height.  They are full of themselves, so will be active but prevent them from jumping onto or off things.  A great time to teach them leash walking with treats.
• Talk to your trainer and have that plan all set.

I am sure there are many more but I am here for any questions.  :+)

Posted a video of the pups on ADNE's FB Page.

This is the morning after surgeries.

They are in one of my outside pens where they can't get into any dirt to hopefully keep the incisions clean.  :+)

They are such an energetic bunch!!

Here you go! WEEK 9 Clary x Hobbs

Sorry people!  It has been a crazy busy day and I still have to give the pups baths yet.  I think hubby will be having leftovers tonight - no time to make dinner!!

Here are the pics with a bit of info:

Rudy - Sensitive boy that needs human support to build confidence.

Eli - highly social but sensitive boy.  A big sniffer!

Indigo - The EXPLORER! Lots of energy, overly confident and will require an experienced family or he will rule the household.  Will chase critters if not properly trained.

Petunia - Social, agreeable and tolerant.

Robin - Prefers playing fetch, tug and following his nose to cuddling. Confident and energetic.

Marigold - Somewhat shy and prefers to be with familiar people.  Will need human support in new environments.

Poppy - Social, energetic and playful.  Will chase critters and cats unless trained well!

Off to the baths now.  :+)

SUCCESS!

Happy news this morning with regard to my first experience with using frozen semen from Mr. Emmett Picollo!  Yes, Brinkley is pregnant and with a bountiful litter to boot!

Today's ultra sound showed roughly nine embryos!  Obviously, Emmett's frozen sperm was very healthy & vigorous and Miss Brinkley's eggs were perfectly ripe.  Good news all around.  :+)  Kudos to my very experienced vets for doing such a great job.  Another feather in their reproduction cap!

I have contacted all the applicants in Brinkley's file.  If any have dropped out, I will then go through the applications in my Wait List file for those wanting medium size doodles.

Won't be long before ADNE will be welcoming another bunch of cuties.

Wagon o' pups!

We went for another ride today.  The pups had their full vet exam for their Health Certificates AND their first Distemper and Parvo Virus Vaccine.

Another excellent ride in the car and lots of admiration once inside my vet facility.

A pic of them at my vets outdoors waiting our turn.  :+)

There is always one that is hiding.  :+(

Pups did AMAZING today!

It was a very busy 'traveling day' and I am delighted to report that the pups were WONDERFUL car riders!  No issues whatsoever.

The Temperament Testing was interesting and somewhat surprising but that ALWAYS happens.  The ones that showed retrieving skills was fun to watch; and the ones that totally ignored the 'noise' tests were a surprise.  All felt very comfortable with the stuffed dog but some still enjoyed the 'people' support.  All wanted to stay with the 'food dish'.  My trainer had to work really hard to re-engage them to the other subjects.  This litter is VERY food motivated!!!

The group waiting for their turn with my trainer.  They were so good

Indigo was all over the 'noise canister'

Eli showed his bravery on the textile surfaces with encouragement.

Petunia 'ruled' the room!  What a surprise!!

Marigold was very willing to try new things like this Wobble Board.

Robin was very tolerant of the 'holding' segment.  

Poppy was sweet and willing.

Yep, Rudy, like the rest of them were very interested in the 'retrieving' segments.

After traveling to Windham, Maine for the temperament testing, we stopped at home briefly for me to pick up the pup wagon and we were heading to Portsmouth, NH for their eye exams.  Happily, all did very well and after waiting in my car for about a half hour (thankful for A/C), they were returned to me 'no worse for the wear'!  :+)

They were excellent subjects for Dr. Clode and were all admired by the staff.

Very glad this day is done!  Now, we wait for my trainers write ups (hopefully by the end of the week).  Still more appointments ahead but not as busy as this day was.  'THANK YOU' PUPS for being very, very good!!  :+)

Please, pup owners: DO NOT PURCHASE GRAIN FREE FOOD!

As you are preparing for your new pup, be sure to NOT buy Grain Free varieties!   I have had the unfortunate experience of one of my past owners losing their sweet doodle to a heart condition that was not noted PRIOR to them changing to Grain Free.  It is not worth the risk!

CLARY X HOBBS - WEEK 8

Oh boy.  This is what pics look like when it rained last night and I did not pay attention and let the pups out.  I did clean them up a bit but you can still tell they enjoyed romping in the play area.  It is one of those days when I could not wait until everything was dried off.  Sorry!

This week is very busy and I will be traveling with the pups quite a bit.  The good thing is that I will know very soon if I have good or not so good travelers.  I can usually tell by the 'wet' muzzles.  I have been very lucky so far that the majority of my pups do well in a car.  Keeping my fingers crossed this group does too.  :+)

We have a couple of visitors on Tuesday and the rest of the week is loaded with pup appointments, so it will be a very social week for the babes.

I am also feeding the pups more and more of the BIXBI Rawbble dry kibble.  They seem to be doing very well on it.  My adults are also eating it and love it too.  You can learn more about this food at this link:  www.BIXBIpet.com. I suggest you check it out and compare with other brands.  There are some special offers providing you 20% off your first order using this code:  tasteofbixbi. If you decide to go this route, order soon so the food will be at your home in time for your pup's arrival.

To the 'morning dew' pics!!

Indy - always alert and attentive. Looking for something to do.

Eli appears to be a very relaxed and calm pup. I think he needs a book to read.

A 'dual' personality like his eyes!  Full of both energy and kisses!

Poppy - Soft like a pillow.  Loves a lap.

Marigold.  'So, what is on the agenda today'.

Rudy....is he even awake yet???????

Petunia.  Compliant seems to be her middle name.

The best things in life come in small, curly packages!

A bit over a year ago, I made my first (in 16 years of breeding) placement of siblings in the same household.  This couple was so wonderful and understood the commitment of having to deal with two pups at the same time.  I pondered but was convinced they would do a great job - and they did!

At my insistence, they needed to see my Canine Ophthalmologist for a second eye exam when the pups were a year old because of something called Posterior Sutures, which they both had at their pup exam.  Because the Labradoodle is considered a new breed, my vet was not sure if this condition would correct or become a problem, so wanted a recheck.  Happily, both Duke and Zella had a perfect exam result.  

                                

Happily snuggling with Kay is Zella on the left and Duke on the right.  So comfy.  :+)

PLEASE READ - TIMELINE FOR THE CLARY HOBBS LITTER

I thought it would be best to provide the buyers of the Clary x Hobbs litter with a timeline of vet visits and appointments I have on my calendar so you are aware of what MIGHT be available for possible pup visits.  The last couple of weeks here are always packed!  :+)

• Thursday, Aug. 6 - Appointment for one of my doodles.  A 10 am visit can be scheduled.
• Friday, Aug. 7 - Booked, no visits.
• Weekend of Aug. 8 & 9 - Can do a couple of visits, if necessary.
• Tuesday, Aug. 11 - Temperament Testing and CAER Eye Exams.  No visits.  Will contact you with your match by Monday, Aug. 17th as my trainer needs several days to do the write ups.  When I call, I will need a NAME - NO EXCUSES!  Please talk together and agree on a name for a female or a male.  My vet requires a name for their data system for each pup examined.
• Wednesday, Aug. 12 - Can do 2 pm visit.- now Booked.
• Thursday, Aug. 13 - Booked, no visits.  Litter is having their vaccines and Health Certificates this day.
• Friday, Aug. 14 - can do a 10 am visit.
• Weekend of 15 & 16 - Can do some visits, if necessary.
• Tuesday, Aug. 18 - No visits, pups go in for surgeries.
• The weekend of August 22 - 23 - PUPS GO HOME!  I will send an email regarding which day it will be.  I need a consensus.  My plan is to hold this pick up OUTDOORS, SO THE WEATHER IS A BIG FACTOR!  If one of these days is a rainy one, we will have to move to the other.

I hope this helps all of you with the timeline for the pups and what we are doing here at ADNE.  Busy for sure!!  :+)  

OMG! Are they SEVEN WEEKS already??

Indeed they are!  Multiple teeth clamp my toes, hungry mouths gobble up food in a blink, lots of energy to chase, grab, leap, scurry, pull tails, wrestle, dig in the sandbox and lots of belly rubs.  Yes, these are now puppies in all their glory.

The next three weeks will only get busier so their owners should be getting busy too!  Check your house carefully for hanging wires, loose socks or shoes, think of a safe place for your pup when your eyes are not glued to them and DO NOT allow them full access to your home.  All pups should EARN more space with good potty habits.  The more mistakes, the longer potty training will take.

Here are their 7 week pics:

Poppy, a gentle pup with a bit of spice.  Prefers a quiet setting.   Notice those blue eyes?  5 lbs.

Rudy, another snug bunny.  Likes to play but loves to cuddle.  He will lighten up to a cafe or lavender shade.  4 & 3/4 lbs

Robin, the unique!  He has one blue eye and one brown one!  Full of himself - a social butterfly.  4 & 1/4 lbs

Indigo is another 'happy go lucky' sort of chap.  Social, inquisitive & adorable.  4 & 1/2 bs

Marigold.  Looks so demure but full of malarky!  5 lbs.

Eli is a gentleman most of the time.  Someone should name him Paul Newman with those eyes! 4 & 3/4 lbs

Petulant Petunia.  Sweet, gentle and willing to become a lap doodle.  4 & 3/4 lbs

Busy weeks ahead with several vet appointments, temperament testing and squeezing in visitors when I can!  :+)