Sorry for the lateness for the Brinkley x Emmett 7 week pics!

Unfortunately, I had to get a new iPhone yesterday and if anyone has had to do this, you know how long it can take waiting in the line, etc.

I managed to get the pics done early on Monday afternoon but then had to go back to the iPhone store, waited in line again and finally got home to make dinner for our adults, puppies and then ourselves.  It was just too late to get them on the computer, so it had to wait for VOTING DAY!  I was up bright and early and waiting in line.  It took about 45 minutes (generally, no more than 10 minutes in past years).

Finally, (and with apologies) here are the 7 week pics! It was SOOO chilly yesterday and not much better this morning! Initially, my thought was to take their pics outdoors, but when I went to do it, the poor pup was shivering!  I said 'enough of that'!  So, I set up my Lightbox in the pup room and did it indoors but used an 'outdoor' theme.  Hence, the background is a 'blanket of snow with paw prints'.  The pups were 'warmed' up with hats or scarfs.  :+)

Green Boy's ears looked so cute peeking out of the 'earholes' of the hat.

Adorable in her pink scarf!

So good about keeping his warm hat on.  :+)

Ebony Girl is a hoot and loves attention! I think she would have liked a hat as well.

Orange Boy looks like an aviator in this hat, right??

Compliant and friendly with just a tad of reserve.

Warm Bunny Ear hat for Miss Purple.  Is it Easter, yet?  She weighs 5 3/4 lbs.

Also, I took some shots of the pups when we had some decent weather on the weekend.  The pups now have the entire pup play yeard to enjoy and they LOVE it!  See for yourself!

The rest of the week is suppose to improve and I am sure the pups will be out for most of the day enjoying the warmer temps and all the room to romp!  :+) 

 

Couldn't resist!

 Brinkley's guardians sent me this adorable picture of a perfect HAPPY HALLOWEEN pic!  :+)

Busy week ahead. Read post for info on what is happening and when!

 Now that everyone has had the opportunity to visit ADNE, momma Brinkley and meet all the doodles here; as well as interact with the pups - we have come to the last two 'crazy' weeks of appointments.

The Schedule:

• Tuesday, I will be voting in person as I hope all of America is doing.
• Wednesday, I have a vet appointment for another of my momma doodles, so not available.
• Thursday, 11/5 is the BIG day as they have their temperament testing.  A LONG day.  I will not have the write ups until sometime late on the weekend but I will try to make assignments if I receive them in a timely manner by late Sunday.
• Friday, 11/6 is their vet appointment for Vaccines and Health Certificates.

The following week:

• Tues., 11/10 is their eye examination with Dr. Clode.
• Thursday, 11/12 will be their surgeries and microchips.
• Sunday, 11/15 is PICK UP DAY! 

IMPORTANT INFO:

• When I call with your assignment - a name!  Yes, please have a name ready for a male or female.
•  The balance of the puppy cost:  $2,250.00 in a check made out to ADNE at 335 Lebanon Road in North Berwidk, Maine. 03906.  I need to receive this check by Thursday, November 12th.  Any checks received after 11/12 will be held and you will need to bring cash on Pick Up Day.  Anyone that will be happy with any pup is welcome to send in the balance at any time.  I will have your receipt in your packet.
• Please puppy proof your home.
• Have you gone through the Puppy Supply List?  A 30" crate is a good size.  :+) 
• Ordered your Snuggle Puppy?  Don't forget this one!  
• Checked out trainers? Groomers? Vet? Made appointments for any or all of them?
• Your pup packet will include a collar, harness, leash and bells for potty training among other 'stuff'.
• Regarding food:  The pups have been eating Bixbi Kibble and Freeze Dried.  The website is: bixbipet.com.  Use the code 'annabelle' to get an extra 5% off any subscription pricing.  You can also use the 'tasteofbixbi' code to get a ONE time 20% off and free shipping on items you may want to try before subscribing.  REMEMBER!!!! Please DO NOT order any grain free types of food.  There are many on this site but keep scrolling down and you will find both Landatarian and Wingatarian and Turkey Recipe bags WITH ancient grains.  Those are the ones you should consider.  Also, their canned food if you desire a bit of added goodness.  :+)

Puppy breathe is coming to your homes soon!

It is a rainy, dismal day......so we donned our raincoats!

Brinkley's puppies were happy to have visitors this morning and right after they left, immediately went down for a nap.

They were still somewhat sleepy as I took pics of the ones who opened their eyes as I was setting up.  I have to do a breeding this afternoon and was hoping to get the six week pics up before I left - so here they are!

Ebony is a sweet female with average energy and who does not love that white chin? 4 & 1/4 lbs.

Red Male is mostly a calm pup who loves to be held. Just a smidgen under 5 lbs.

One of everyone's favorites, Purple girl is inquisitive, social and loves to be in the 

middle of things - 4 & 3/4 lbs.

Really?? Pink Girl is photogenic, inquisitive, very social with a good dose of energy.  

Loves life!  A little thing in a big package - 4 lbs.

Mr Orange Male is a 'middle of the road' pup.  Good energy, social and loving - 5 & 1/4 lbs.

Blue Male is a sensitive, sweet, cuddler kind of lil' guy. Weighs 4 & 1/4 lbs. 

Green Male is the hefty one of this group.  Lots more to love is what I say.

A nice mix of curious and cuddles.  5 & 3/4 lbs.  Still sleepy.  

Pics from our visitors today!

 Brinkley's  guardians and extended family came today to enjoy puppy breathe.  This is so great for the puppies and Brinkley was very happy to see them.

Daisy found a willing lap and would have stayed there all day.  

Cuddles and more cuddles!  Who enjoyed it more?

With all those smiles, I thought I might have to check pockets when they left.  Ha, ha.

Moving along towards the weaning stage! WEEK FIVE - BRINKLEY X EMMETT LITTER

 This week, I look forward to the puppies eating more food when offered and drinking less from their momma.  I am hoping by the beginning of November, or earlier, Brinkley will be back with her family full time.  I know they miss her very much but are nice and close for visits!

We have had several visits and are looking forward to more now that the pups are bigger and learning that strange people have warm and gentle hands. For those who have not visited yet, please email me to schedule one!

This family is eager to become a guardian home for ADNE.  They are local with a big yard and love animals.  I am sure one of the pups from this litter will be very well cared for and happy to have two young ladies entertaining and training her. 

On to the puppy pics!

Miss Purple weighs 4 1/2 pounds

Mister Orange weighs 4 1/2 pounds

Mister Green weighs slightly less than 5 pounds

Miss Pink weighs 3 1/2 pounds

Mister Red weighs 4 1/2 pounds

Miss Ebony weighs 3 3/4 pounds 

Mister Blue weighs 3 3/4 pounds

As you can see, most of the pups are very similar in weights.  As in all litters, one will be the largest and one will be the smallest by the time they go home - that never seems to change.

All in all the pups are doing really well.  They are enjoying their romper room time and soon their pen will be expanded to include a little step ladder for them to explore on.

FOUR WEEKS! BRINKLEY X EMMETT PUPS!!!

 I love the fourth week.  Pups are becoming little dogs and with that some things may frighten them initially but they are also learning to overcome those fears.  It takes some patience but all of them eventually figure it out.  To help with this, I put in different types of toys in their sleeping area for them to explore.  Sometimes it is a ball that makes sounds, or a large stuffed animal.  Other times, it is a toy that has rattles attached to it or even a kids toy that speaks!  All these items are intentionally placed to 'startle and recover'.  It helps build on their confidence level with new things.  

There is more interest in the gruel and it will become welcomed in a big way by the end of the week.  I have included a small bowl of water in their pen to help them 'wet their lips' instead of needing Brinkley simply for thirst.

Today's pics are from 'the jungle' complete with a vicious leopard sporting a cute ID Flower 'collar'. :+)

Miss Pink is 3 pounds this week!  I believe she is thankful that Miss Leopard is her friend.

Miss Ebony weighs 3 1/4 pounds today and wants to be properly 'distanced' from her new friend.

Miss Purple is 3 1/2 pounds and is ready for a nap irregardless of Miss Leopard.

Mr. Green is a chunk (4 pounds) and not at all intimidated by Miss Leopard.

MR Orange is 3 1/4 pounds and would prefer to ignore Miss Leopard.

'Hey Miss Leopard, wanna hold my hand?' Mr. Red at 3 3/4 pounds.

'Did you say there is a LEOPARD behind me?'  Mr. Blue weighs 3 pounds.  :+)