Sammie and her month old Rat Terrier pups

Sammie’s pups are doing really well. They all mob me when I come to the puppy pen and when I go in, they love to climb all over me, tails wagging like crazy. This morning they were pulling on my clothes with delight. They are beginning to develop their own little personalities, although at just…… Continue reading Sammie and her month old Rat Terrier pups

Training and handling of young puppies – before weaning

TRAINING AND HANDLING OF PUPS After careful study of several different puppy raising theories, I am working on each of Sammie’s puppies individually to help them manage stress and to be better adjusted and able to handle daily life with their families. I have done this with my previous two litters, and all of the…… Continue reading Training and handling of young puppies – before weaning

Sammie’s litter at 2 1/2 weeks old

Instead of doing chores, I couldn’t resist playing with Sammie’s pups, and of course, taking photos of them. Their eyes are open, and although they still are sleeping a lot, they are starting to try to walk and are getting around very well for their age. As I was working with them, I took little…… Continue reading Sammie’s litter at 2 1/2 weeks old

Sammie’s litter – 2 weeks old

Sammie’s pups will be 2 weeks old tomorrow morning in the wee hours. Decided to take some pictures tonight, couldn’t wait until tomorrow. They are growing well, very consistent and uniform so far. If my scale is right, they weigh in at about 1 1/2 lbs. Their eyes are open or opening, and they are…… Continue reading Sammie’s litter – 2 weeks old

Lil’ Ranchin’ Hercules and BearTuff’s Miss EmmaLee’s hot date

Just got back from the gorgeous red rock country of Moab and Dian Woodward’s place, where Lil’ Ranchin’ Hercules resides. EmmaLee and Hercules had a wonderful weekend, and will be expecting pups around April 12th or 13th, 2014. Hercules has a very nice temperament and was very welcoming to me. He has more bone and…… Continue reading Lil’ Ranchin’ Hercules and BearTuff’s Miss EmmaLee’s hot date