OMG! It is WEEK SIX for the Gunny x Boomer babes!

They really have not grown much as I am always comparing them to the giants that surround their fenced area every day!  :+). They have gained weight as their appetites are good and they seem very content.

They like their little play area and take naps and eat outside every day it is nice - which have been quite a few lately!  Soon they will be enjoying the big play area once their cousins' go to their homes. they won't know what to do with so much space.  :+)

This morning, I added a large turf-like mat to the space.  It is a nice texture for their feet and makes clean up easier on me.  Lugging stones with poop on them in the pail is heavy!  I said to my husband - would you like to cement this area or me get a decent size turf mat?  You know the answer.  :+)

The pups were placed in one of the walled gardens for their pictures today.

Coral is pretty as a picture looking off into the driveway.

Rocky was not as brave as some and did not want to look down.  

Coal was very interested in smelling the flowers.

Fudge was investigative and thought about jumping.  He did not.  :+)

Cute as a flower pot, Sky was content to sit and be photogenic.

Flitting from spot to spot, Coffee was totally entertained.

Like a Lioness looking over her brood, Sage gazes intently.

Brave Violet loved having the garden to roam in.

We had two families visit the pups this week and both families and puppies had a wonderful time.  I hope to have more visitors in the coming weeks!

Getting a bit silly around here. (Clary x Wyatt Litter)

Right around this time, I begin to get stir crazy and need some relief.  So, I have some fun with the pups.  The group was just about ready for a nap so I took advantage of the timing and did a bit of 'dressing up' with them for their 8 week pics.

Soon you will be taking your pup home and I sure hope you are getting prepared.  Be sure to read, in full, the Pup Prep Tab on the AnnaBlog - it will be very helpful.  Get your trainer lined up, your vet appointment made (no vaccines, just a stool check and 'Hello') and don't forget to visit a groomer in your area the does doodles well!

Enjoy the pics!

'My name is ROXY PARKS and I have another ADNE sibling waiting for me at home'.

'Doesn't this red bow look divine on me'?  (possibly available)

'Do I do this tie justice, or what'?  My name is BISCUIT SCOTT.

'Really, I am more the bow tie type.  FRANKIE BING HAYES.

'PUHLEESE tell me there is not a cabbage on my head!'  (probably placed, not 100% yet)

WE ARE FIVE WEEKS OLD! Gunny x Boomer Litter.

They are growing but so small compared to the Clary litter!  They almost look like animated toys.  :+)

Early this week, I added a grate to their potty box as a 'new' texture for them to experience.  Also, they have had a gruel to lap up which they did with glee!  Today, I added pulverized and soaked kibble along with warmed Goat's Milk to their diet and they love it.  It is more filling and I am hoping that the drain on Gunny will be lessened.  Three meals a day is now the norm and this will help Gunny begin weaning.

Some have asked about the types of coats the pups will have so each pic has a description.

Next on the agenda is for them to explore the small outdoor pen in the pup play-yard.  I need to clean it up with bleach first and let it dry.  One of today's tasks!

I still see a lot of hesitation or eager exploration from this group.  Off course, that will change once they are outdoors and have more stimulation and exposure to our environment.  I also see wagging tails to familiar voices and gentle hands.  I must say, they are on a huge learning curve at this time.

Sage Girl will have a curly fleece coat.  She is a Caramel.

Fudge Boy will have a wavy fleece coat.

Rocky Boy will have a curly fleece coat.  He is also Caramel.

Sky Girl will have a wavy fleece coat.  I believe she will be a Caramel but her nose is still confused about her pigment

Violet Girl will have a curly fleece coat.

Coral Girl is a wavy fleece coat.

Coal Boy is a wavy fleece coat.

Coffee is also a wavy fleece coat.

Green Collar Male is available for purchase. SOLD!

UPDATE:  GREEN BOY is now known as Frankie Bing after two well known singers with beautiful blue eyes - Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby.

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Affectionately called 'Ol' Blue Eyes' like Frank Sinatra, Green Collar Boy is looking for a home that does not have any allergies and does not mind a little bit of shedding.

If you like the looks of an Irish Wolfhound or Tramp, this guy fits the bill.  He does NOT have a soft, fluffy coat but neither is it stiff like wire.  As far as the shedding - when you have him on your lap, you will see some hairs on black pants.  When you pat him, no hair is on your hands or accumulates down by his hind end.  You can pull some of it off if you try.

His personality is gentle, compliant, submissive to other dogs and wants to be your companion.  He is not needy; nor is he aloof or independent.  A more quiet home that will introduce him to new places, objects and people would be ideal.

Some pics of him at various stages of growth.  He will be about 35 lbs. at maturity and around 18 inches.

If interested, please email me.  An application is required.  He is my normal pet price of $2,750.00. Visits are welcomed as long as I have an application.  Ol Blue Eyes is available to be picked up on August 4th at 11 am.

Pics of the Temperament Test today! (Clary x Wyatt litter)

As I mentioned, the Temperament Test is the final piece before I make assignments.  I believe it is critical in my process for placing pups.  There is no way to predict how the 'interior' of a pup will react to being in a strange environment.  It shows if they are internally confident or 'just bluster'.  What some might feel is 'people focused' could also be interpreted as being 'independent'.  Body language speaks volumes.  :+)

Within the pics is a sentence of what the pups were doing as part of the tests.

 

                                     

These are just a few samples of what Judy, the trainer, does with the pups.  Her interpretations will be written up using the videos that are taken during the sessions.  I don't expect them till the end of the week.  Of course, all of you will be given a copy in your pup packets.  It will be very helpful to your trainer to be sure that the deficits are improved on and the positives are solidified so your pup can become the best companion for you and your family.

WOW! What a week!!! CLARY X WYATT - WEEK 7

PUPPIES!!!!!!!

This week's pics will not be in my typical format.  With our son and four grand-daughters visiting for seven days, it was far more fun to take pics of Clary's litter enjoying the tremendous amount of affection, play, hugs, squeezes and just 'plain ol' kids in puppy heaven!'

Our son's family does not have a dog, so this was a huge learning curve for these active, giggling, bundles of shrieks and smiles!  It was wonderful to see how much they all learned, how great the socialization for the pups was and the tears as they said 'Good Bye' to their new furry friends this morning.  A fabulous time was had by all.  I believe these pups' are now child proof!




First, I did want to show you each pup's first introduction to swimming!  My son and grand-daughters (well, the baby was sleeping), thoroughly enjoyed helping me with this 'chore'.  :+)

Lilac Girl was a real 'duck'.

Green Boy also enjoyed his experience.

Blue Boy totally enjoyed the cooling off in this hot weather.

Hmmm... is it the cool water or the hugs Red Girl is loving?

And Pink Girl is paddling away to the finish line!  Yea!

I do think all these pups will be great water doodles.  I also have a small pool with some plastic balls in their play area for them to cool off their foot pads during this very hot weather.  Each day the weather is this hot, I will put them in our pool to cool them off a couple of times a day.  They are so revived after the dunking!  :+)

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All week, this was what it was like for the grandkids and the puppies!  They shared the play area space and were VERY careful with the pups.  It was delightful to watch the many, many interactions between an assortment of ages and abilities with the pups.  I hope you enjoy the pics as well.

One of the pup's favorite toys is this paint brush.  A great chew toy!  Green Boy is enjoying the one on one.

Pink and Lilac girls chillin'.

Our son and grandkids taking pics of the pups and checking the pics out.

Green Boy is so gentle and tolerant.

OK, it was not intentional to be 'color coded' but Lilac girl and child are wearing the same colors.  :+)

'It's MY brush....noooo... it is MY brush!

All playing together in harmony.

'Hey, who are you?'

As I mentioned - clean, unused paint brushes are soooo much fun for pups!

Red Girl and Green Boy getting lots of attention.  :+)

 In closing, I took a nap this afternoon.  :+)