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Always A Burrower! When checking on Smoochie and her babies today I found a blanket with a blob underneath, making me chuckle something fierce. I suppose I should start out this story by explaining that Smoochie, being a smooth coat, during the day, can usually be...
The Figgy Hotel
Bubbles came and spent the weekend here with us while her family went on their own vacation and just like every time she's here, she acts like she never left! Moving right into the regular swing of things, the only difference this time was the fact that she got to...
They Are 1 Week Old
The boys are 1 week old today and I am proud to say that they are both up to 8 ounces. Yes! You read that right! They are now both the same size. Our little plumps of puppy adorableness are doing fabulous and they are already mobile. Well, as mobile as a 1 week old...
Self Stack Training
Kiss is a dream when walking on the lead. Not a pause or hesitation, with her tail up and possible smile on her face. It is keeping her still long enough to self stack that she is not to keen on. She is a puppy at heart and all she wants to do is move. The lead on...
The Beamer Belly
There is one Beamer trait that I will most definitely miss when he leaves - His irresistible roll-over-belly-exposure move that immediately inspires a tummy rub. He grandfather, father and uncle ALL have the same moves and I can only hope that one of his sons current...
So Plump
Smoochie must have some uber milk because the boys are chunky-monkey-plump! The white one is up to 6 ounces with the trip up t0 5.3. They are all doing so great and I am beyond impressed with our sweet Smoochie. She is seriously, a fabulous mommy. [gallery...
In Love With Kiss
Michele has been so awesome to Alexis and the latest opportunity she has given her is hands down, beyond amazing. After watching Alexis for the last two weekends, adding an energetic and showy Chihuahua to her show dog arsenal was her main goal. Kiss is just that and...
Do The Dews
It was so awesome getting to spend the last two weekends with Michele - Great friendship and great memories! Before she headed back home, she offered to help me take care of the the boys dewclaws. with six t removes - The meaty white one has some back dewclaws- I...
The Butt
Alexis did such a fabulous job keeping out from the corner all weekend. This is the spot she always seems to find herself in, being at the end of the line with a slower dog. Today she pulled herself out from from the corner, more so any ever. The problem is, she...
Happy & Sad
Today is the final day of this cluster as well as the two straight long weekends in a row and I for one, am POOP! An emergency c-section and tending to two new babies thrown in the mix and I am not afraid to say I am so happy it's over! Seriously! We don't have...
Good Mornin’
Before we head out to the fairgrounds for the show, I checked ion Smoochie and her boys and I am here to say that they are doing FABULOUS! Smoochie is an absolutely amazing mommy, recovering wonderfully from her surgery. And there is weight gain a plenty, with both...
Breeder’s Sweepstakes
I have entered the Breeder's Sweepstakes at this Orlando Dog Show Cluster for several years. I have enjoyed the comradery and pride shown by breeders. I have always felt it is an event for those of us that are not professional handlers but are in the sport based on...
She Got A Placement
Alexis is still sticking to all of her new skills without waiver, which makes me so proud. I know she is so tempted to make dramatic movements in the ring to draw attention to herself - Which YES! She has witnessed so many others do - But - We keep reminding her the...
CHIC, Here We Come!
I am proud to announce that the majority of our second generation have officially completed their heath testing and all have been cleared!! YAHOOO! I aways wait to take advantage of the amazing opportunities to have their eyes checked when the exams are offered at...
Whirlwind Kinda Day
After all of the excitement from yesterday, today's schedule is going to keep me on my toes! It started with an 11:45 ring time for Chihuahuas, which was awfully kind. (We generally start at 8am). From there was had the eye clinic to have several of our dogs tested,...
And Back At The Fairgrounds….
While Smoochie and I were at the vet, Michele and Alexis were at the fairgrounds participating in the dog show and I am proud to announce their amazing accomplishments. First, in Juniors, Alexis and Boomer got 3rd place! I heard they did awesome, with Alexis keeping...
Quite The Whelping Adventure!
So, do you remember my mention of a plan we had made, just in case The Smooch goes into labor this weekend? Well, we had to kick it into gear this morning as I think we were all a bit shocked. A labor starting at 9 am in the morning? Not 3 am in the morning? Or at...
It’s Jamboree Time!
Every other year, the Sunshine State Herding Group Association holds a Junior Jamboree for the kids to get some of the most amazing training sessions under their belts. Then of course the memories and new friendships is the best part of all! We had to miss the last...
So Chill
Smoochie has been spending a lot of time "movin' um down" today, a classic sign that she will be whelping in the next couple of days. We are on whelp watch and have made plans to insure that her first experience is a good one. We have another Show cluster this weekend...
We Have Two
We headed on out to see Doc today for a few items on the "check up to-do list". First, today is Smoochie's day 58 it's time to see just how many buns she has in the oven. I am proud to announce that she has two little ones who should be making their entrance into the...