Fun, fun, fun !!
I am not sure exactly where the last 7 weeks have gone — but the 11 puppies standing before me (or maybe scampering before me would be more accurate) are proof that time has indeed flown by and the little bundles that arrived here 7 weeks ago on a snowy January night are headed toward full-blown, beautiful puppyhood !!!
The puppies have had an excellent week ! The weather hasn’t always been the most co-operative as it seems like it is either subzero with frigid winds or wet and sloppy….. but today especially was a fantastic day outdoors for the pups with lots of sunshine and temps just around freezing. I think you can truly see them smile when its outdoor time — they just LOVE to explore and scurry and play — they are such a happy bunch.
The pups are all eating and gaining well – they are weighing in between 10 and 11.5 pounds – with the exception of Rosie who is only about 8.5 pounds. However — I know that any of the slower and more “polite” eaters will catch up and the pace will even out once everyone has their own home and their own dinner dish ! Rosie still manages to hold her own quite well with the boys even if she is the lightweight of the bunch !
The biggest focus this past week has been the evaluation of each puppy and the pairing of each puppy with their family. For temperament we use the Volhard system which has proven to be an accurate evaluation system in the past — although for the most part – by this time I have a pretty good idea of where/how each puppy will score. Nonetheless it is nice to have a concrete system in place to record the results for each puppy and then make any additional notes or observations. I was really impressed with the entire litter as they scored very well — which is just a reflection of their superb tempermament which has just been a joy to witness and be a part of.
This next week will continue to be extremely busy – keeping everyone entertained and broadening their horizons. We will have a visit to the vet later in the week for a complete check and the first set of vaccines — that is always an interesting and action packed day !
I will treasure every moment in this week ahead — knowing that our time now is drawing to a close — but excited for each of the pups and the wonderful families that are waiting for them !
They are all delicious…I wish one of them was coming home to me
Fonda
As the new auntie to Mr. Polkadot, I am excitedly awaiting his arrival, and looking forward to welcoming him into our “golden-loving” family! All the pups are real beauties, and I wish all of them health and happiness in their new homes!!
Karen