EmmaLee expecting Decker and Fire Mountain line pups

EmmaLee is looking pregnant now. I took her to Moab to meet up with Lil’ Ranchin’ Hercules in February and it looks like she must have had a good time. She is due April 12 or 13, although she has been a bit early in her last litters. I’m really excited about this litter, as…… Continue reading EmmaLee expecting Decker and Fire Mountain line pups

Sammie’s Rat Terrier pups at 7 weeks old

I went out with my camera today to get some new photos of the puppies playing in their outdoor pen. They were getting a bit sleepy, but I was able to get several snapshots of them. They are now 7 weeks and 2 days old. Tomorrow they will be going in for their shots, worming,…… Continue reading Sammie’s Rat Terrier pups at 7 weeks old

Rat Terrier puppies at 5 1/2 weeks old.

Sammie’s pups are doing well so far. Earlier this week, I took each puppy individually to work with them to see how they would do alone with a person and a toy or two. All did wonderful, actively wanting to play with the toy. None of them whined to get out of the room to…… Continue reading Rat Terrier puppies at 5 1/2 weeks old.

Play time for the Rat Terrier pups

The weather has been too cold and wet to be able to put the pups out during the day, so I’ve been playing with them in our bathroom at night. Easier to clean and not so much to get into as the rest of the house. They are doing well at just over 5 weeks…… Continue reading Play time for the 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