Sep 13, 2014 | Boomer the Pug, Dog Shows, Showing Chihuahuas
We are moving on to the Toy Breeds for the rest for the weekend, allowing Alexis and Boomer to make their debut in the breed ring as well as their awesome Junior team! We kicked off the day bright and early at Ring 1 for the Pug Breed right time and let me tell you,...
Sep 12, 2014 | Dog Shows, Tips
While the big girls rocked it in the dog show ring, our sweet little Tipsy made it out into the big while world and came along for her very first dog show! Socialization for this breed is a must and getting show potential pups exposed to the sights, sounds and smells...
Sep 12, 2014 | Bella, Dog Shows, Mia, Tampa Bay Chihuahua Club
Following the Juniors was the Sweepstakes, and let me tell you , it was very interesting to watch. No matter how many hours we spent working with Mia on her lead and table training, she was NOT about to show any confidence in the ring today. Getting her around the...
Sep 12, 2014 | Dog Shows, Junior Showmanship, KC, Tampa Bay Chihuahua Club
Our second Speciality of the year is upon us and just as in the past, the Juniors kicked it off. It was just 16 months ago when Alexis first stepped foot into the ring, in the very same room, for the very first time. Here we are, standing on that same obnoxious carpet...
Sep 11, 2014 | New Puppies, Sleeping Habits, Supplies and Finds
Saw these at my local Target today for $8.00!!! Yes, you ready that correctly! Now granted, I can’t see a dog over 5 pounds being able to find this bed very comfy – Look at Stoli trying to share it with Tipsy, who is half his size – But for those...
Sep 8, 2014 | Feeding & Dog Food, Our Chihuahuas
I swear that is what comes to mind when several of the dogs gather around the waterers, which usually occurs after a lengthy play session in the backyard. They run in to get to the water as fast as they can, fighting for the prime spot around the bowl. I am sure they...
Sep 7, 2014 | Medical, Smoochie
The Smooch is not only having to contend with her first heat but also a very nasty infection in her lymph node that we have spent the last week trying to find the right antibiotic to help treat. It started with a very swollen neck on the 1st, moving down into the jaw...
Sep 5, 2014 | Chihuahua Habits, Ginny, KC, Sleeping Habits
I cannot tell you how happy both mom and daughter are too be back together! They nap and play and cuddle and clean each other every chance they can get. Interestingly enough, they are the ones that claimed and mastered the new bin/dog bed setup. You can even find KC...
Sep 1, 2014 | Boomer the Pug, New Puppies
We have kept Boomer away from the puppies since one of his paws has the strength to hurt one of the pups pretty seriously. This weekend we have worked on getting them all acquainted and clearly, it was due time. He was very gentle, as if he knew they were more...
Aug 31, 2014 | Bella, New Forever Families
Lil Miss Bella is not one that loves the show ring experience. Sure, she did make it around the ring at our last show but she wasn’t in heaven while going through the experience. I still wish to watch her continue to grow and mature so holding onto her has...
