Category Archives: puppy

Not super helpful

Journey “helped” me with chores. He loves to be included in everything. He’s such a curious puppy. “Hi! Want to be friends?” I had to time him up to feed the horses because I needed to hands. He didn’t seem … Continue reading

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Spring has sprung!

I’m so happy that spring is finally here!. I’m pretty sure every last snow pile has finally melted. The little sprouts of grass are coming up. My daffodils are blooming and the birds are looking for nesting spots. But it’s … Continue reading

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He’s clever

We have a couple corner cupboards in our kitchen. You know the kind with the folding doors that fit into a corner? Inside is a lazy susan-type shelving unit so the whole space can be utilized for storage. Well, little … Continue reading

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Beds and comfy spots

I have crates and beds around the house. The dogs just make themselves at home and nap where they want. Of course, the back of the couch is always Joy’s spot of choice. Hope usually finds a empty crate or … Continue reading

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ENS

Early Neurological Stimulation or ENS is done from day three through day sixteen and consists of five simple exercises done once a day for about five seconds per exercise. These activities put the puppy through a small amount of stress … Continue reading

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Munch! Chomp! Chew!

I’m sure all new puppy owners are going through the same thing I am with Journey. Chewing. (How could that innocent face get into any trouble?) 😉 He chews on everything! I should say, (it seems) like everything. He has toys, and … Continue reading

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Exploring

Our property is finally showing some dirt as the snow slowly melts off. So Journey and I went out front the other day to do some exploring. Usually he goes out into the back yard to go potty and stretch … Continue reading

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Puppy training continues

Puppy training is all-consuming, especially at first. Getting your puppy into a routine takes time. I’m going through the same things that our new puppy owners are. Sometimes Journey fusses, moans and whines when he’s in his puppy pen. Sometimes … Continue reading

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In between

Yesterday we woke up to a gorgeous sunshiny day! It’s such a treat during our normally overcast, cloudy winter days. It’s amazing what some sunshine can do for your life and mood. But in between taking care of moms and … Continue reading

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Joy in the journey

Our little Joy puppy is two weeks old today. He is 1# 2 oz. He quietly let me trim his teeny, tiny toenails today. His sparkly baby eyes are open which makes him look even more adorable. He is a … Continue reading

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