Archive for the ‘pups’ Category
An Update on Bauer
We have an update with photos and two videos from Bauer (formerly Annie’s pup “Donner”) and his forever family. As always we appreciate any puppy updates from adoptive families – keep sending them to us and we’ll keep posting them for all to see!
Today Bauer made a trip to the vet. He was happy in his crate on the way to the vet, and even more happy as I hooked up his leash and let him hop out of my car…but as soon as we got to the front door it was as though his puppy radar sensed this was a place where he didn’t really want to be. I had to pick him up and carry him in, but once we got in there he was fine. He won over the staff with his sweet personality, and even went so far as to show off all of his tricks for them…..he “sits”, lies
More Photos of Brady
Our little Cupid is now “Brady” as we saw in A Cupid Update. Here are more photos to enjoy… click on a small photo to see a larger one!
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Feature Article
Elburn Herald photos by Sarah Rivers
There is a feature article in the current edition of the Elburn Herald, a local paper that has been publishing for more than 100 years. Susan O’Neill wrote the feature and Sarah Rivers took the photos. Fun!
Read Giving Puppies a Chance for Life
Update: The Elburn Herald is updating their website, so you can try this link also. Or just navigate from www.ElburnHerald.com
It’s a really good article, farily long too. We kind of weave through the story of our foster experiences as well as our own dogs. Enjoy – and submit your comments at the end of this post!
Last Four Pups Go On Their Way
And so the final four left yesterday…Little Cupid, Vixen, Dasher and Donner. I was sad but business-like once again. We let the pups romp outside with the family that took Cupid and that made a good memory for me of transition.
Cupid
To you Cupid I wish for many long and lazy nights spent chewing a good bone, tired out from a day of playing with your doggy sister and from good, long, Cesar-inspired walks. Your new family will love you and more importantly, keep their attention on what you need to live a full life as a dog.
Vixen
Vixen, to you with your spunky and happy personality I wish for you many silly games with your new little family member. I hope you have lots of doggy play-dates, long romps in big spaces, and I hope you learn to catch a frisbee. I know you will be a beautiful jumper, your tiny 8 week old body already so athletic. Be a good girl and learn the rules of your new home. Make me proud.
Dasher
And Dasher, my beautiful boy, enjoy your new family – full of love, children and other dogs. Learn the rules of the house and teach your owners some new tricks. Get your doggy brother into shape and get your people out walking more often. And enjoy all the love the children have to give.
Donner
And finally, dear little Donner. You are so loved, I can see it in your new family’s eyes. You will grow up to be a beauty. Keep your happy tail wagging sweetness. Enjoy all the things life is going to give to you. Make new friends that honor the friendship between you and my son…for you were his favorite playmate, and his pride and joy. Remember how to give paw (both the front AND back!) and never ever forget how to dance.
Comet and Blitzen Away Away
Comet
Last night after Annie left two more puppies went to their new homes – little Comet and little Blitzen. It was so sweet seeing Blitzen’s new owners beaming and almost wriggling themselves with puppy joy, and it was heartening to see Blitzen’s little tail wagging and wagging as his new mommy held him. He must have remembered her scent from her previous visits. And my little boy Comit was his sweet and mellow self as his new owner took care of business and filled out his adoption contract. His new family is so excited to welcome him home that they are having a party in his honor and inviting everyone over to meet him. I hope his subdued self isn’t overwhelmed by so much attention.
Blitzen
So, little guys, welcome to your new lives. Grow up to be big, loving dogs. Comet, stay cuddly and sweet and remember, as you grow to 80 pounds you can no longer be a lap dog! Your head on your owners lap will have to suffice. Keep your gentle, loving ways and teach your new kids how to be pack leaders. And Blitzen, grow up to be the brave and fun loving little guy you are destined to be. Teach your new owners how to love and care for you and get them outside and moving around! Be good and walk nicely on a leash. I will miss you two little guys, especially Comet who always asked me for cuddles. Farewell little lads.
First Puppies Go Home
Dancer
The first two puppies left yesterday- first Prancer, my big bear of a snuggle buddy and then Dancer, the high energy puppy with the wicked sense of humor and energy. I was sad but resigned. It is what I’ve been anticipating all along – their leaving. I could never have them for more than this short time and, as I’ve written before, they deserve more of everything, more than I can give them.
Prancer
So Prancer, go forward with your sweet self, love everyone you meet and make everyone you meet feel loved. Put your soon to be big, gentle head in their hands and look at them with your wise, warm eyes and teach them how to slow down, relax, and enjoy the moment. And Dancer, keep your energy and your spirit intact, help your new family keep up with you. Keep your sense of fun, and joy. Run a few circles around the room and bark everyday, thinking of me.
