I am happy to report....

The mating this morning between Figgy Puddin' and Dublin was a total success.  I just love it when two potential breeding dogs really like each other at first glance - it does not always happen that way. Wonderfully mannered Dublin was a complete gentleman - wooing and whispering sweet nothings in Figgy's very willing ears.  :+)

I am hopeful shimmering blacks and sparkling apricots will be arriving at the end of August. :+)

Keeping you in the loop!

It continues to be quite busy here.  Along with one of my studs providing a service to another breeder; I am also in the middle of planning Figgy Puddin's date with Dublin.  I do believe that mating will take place by the weekend and hopefully black and/or apricot puppies will be born by late summer.

I am hearing that Tate appears to be showing signs of being preggo and an ultra sound is scheduled for early July - we are all anticipating the proof of this pregnancy.

Still no signs of coming into season from Miss Camden but nobody pushes Mother Nature around so we all must be patient.  :+)

Pippin is practicing for watching fireworks!

Can't you just hear her singing....'and the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air'.......

Added the last two families to the Tillie's 'Going Home' post! Check it out! :+)

Now, it is the 'hurry up and wait' phase of breeding - namely, is Tate pregnant and is Figgy's progesterone climbing so she can be bred with Dublin for fall puppies.

Phineas T. Barnum was bred to Maine Coast's Sadie Smiles yesterday, so Terri will be expecting a hopeful litter as well by fall.  Busy, busy!!

Tomorrow, Elvis and Pippin will go to their homes but I could not resist an 11 week pic of them.

As my husband likes to call them, 'Mutt and Jeff' have been with us for an extended week as Elvis' family was on vacation. It worked out perfectly as both of them enjoyed each other's company and are best of friends. They will certainly miss each other but I know they will both get plenty of attention in their new homes.

We are celebrating the upcoming Fourth of July holiday early.  :+)

Elvis at 11 weeks and 13 lbs. of squeezably soft fur.

Merry Pippin.  Eleven weeks and 8 lbs. - a firecracker.  :+)

Tomorrow, I am delivering both these babies in Massachusetts.  I am meeting Elvis' owners in one town (their second doodle from me); and on my way back home, visiting Pippin's new home and her guardian, Rosemary. Certainly a day of anticipation for some and a touch of sadness for me.  Another litter placed in great homes with great people.  My sadness is brief.  :+)

EMMETT PICCOLO - RETIRED AS OF 2/28/18 (FROZEN SEMEN AVAILABLE)

It was a last minute change in a contract that allowed me to keep Emmett and place him in a guardian home. Emmett was not only gorgeous as a puppy but was also a sweet, cuddly boy that loved meeting people and experiencing new things. The mating between Figgy Puddin and Tango Wool Rodeo was an excellent match - their pups were wonderfully tempered as well as beautiful.

Emmett at 8 months. 

The pic on the left is Emmett at 8 months, showing a handsome face, silky coat and friendly demeanor. His guardian was doing an excellent job of keeping him socialized and exercised which are critical in the first year.

This is Emmett at his home at 11 months old. I, as well as others, are very enthusiastically greeted by this handsome boy.

I love a doodle with great structure and Emmett is no exception. He stands well balanced and moves like the wind.  I am told 'he has springs in his feet'.


I adore the black and white pic on the left. Jane, his guardian, says he sits there often to look at who or what is walking down their street. I guess it is a form of entertainment for him.  The stuffed toy in his mouth makes this shot even cuter.  :+)






What his guardian has to say about Emmett:

'I knew Emmett was special even as a puppy. He was the smallest of the litter but he managed to do everything the big kids did. He had and still has great self confidence and determination.

He is such a great companion, spunky and mischievous but also so affectionate and cuddly. He gets along great with other dogs, especially the Wheaton Terrier around the corner who is his best friend and who is teaching him to swim in the river near our house.

When he goes from the deck to the backyard he doesn't bother with the 5 steps - just sails off the deck and takes off running. He seems to strut when he walks. Did I mention that he is gorgeous? His hair is curly but so silky and soft, and he has the absolutely cutest little face. He goes everywhere with me and is always interested in everything around him, he is smart but can be stubborn and sometimes a little bit bad. He has a great personality.  I can't imagine my life without him.'  Jane.





STATS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• DOB:  June 12, 2013 out of Annabelle's Figgy Puddin' and Tango Wool Copelands Rodeo.
• Size/Color/Coat:  17 inches and 28 lbs. at one year.  Color DNA is BbEe - Black, curly fleece but carries for cream/apricot/chocolate.  He does not carry for the parti genes but does carry the phantom 'at' gene. 
• PRA - Cleared through parentage. Copies provided.
• von Willebrand Disease - Cleared through parentage. Copies provided.
• DM - (Degenerative Myelopathy) Normal. DDC Labs #54530
• Hips - PennHIP done at a year is .28/.28 (90+ %).  OFA Hip Prelims is rated as Excellent.
• Elbows - OFA Prelim is Normal.  Will be OFA Certified when 2 years old.
• OFA Patellar Luxation (knees) - Certified Normal. OFA #HY-PA762/12M/P-VPI
• OFA Legg-Calves-Perthes - Certified Normal. OFA #HY-LP59.12M-VPI
• Thyroid and Blood Chemistries are Normal. 3/28/16 Hemolife - HML#62727
• IC - Optigen #13-12117 is Normal.  Emmett does not carry the Incorrect Coat gene.
• CERF - 10/27/15, 10/9/16 - PPM Iris to Iris. 'Clinical observations that may be inherited but do not represent current potential compromise of ocular comfort, vision or other ocular functions.' OFA Eye Certification #HY-EYE132/28M-VPI.
• Echocardiogram (Heart) - Normal 11/4/14 Cardiologist: OFA#HY-CA1150/16M/C-VPI-ECHO
• EIC - Clear through parental testing. Copies provided.

                                       

It's POOL weather!

After doing some errands this morning, I realized how warm it was upon my return. Both Elvis and Pippin were in the shade under one of the clubhouses.

I grabbed the hose and started to fill the Tug Boat pool.  Both pups were very curious about what I was doing.  It did not take long at all for them to enjoy the cool water.  :+)

Elvis: 'Really, is this for us?'

'It does look inviting'.

'Get in here, Elvis'!

'I'm coming!'

Elvis going back in and Pippin jumping out with a water toy.

'What other toys are in there, Elvis?'

'I want it, no...I want it!'

'Someone needs to steer this boat, states Captain Pippin!'