Happy Halloween!

No, this isn't our pumpkin - wish it was!  Maybe next year -- we survived the storm with no damage at all -  Feeling quite blessed!

Have a safe, warm Sunday

Pups are snug in their crate -- no one wants to out to pee -- stuffed porkchops for supper - hope everyone reading this is safe and warm --

Makeover week ~we're mini cockers now!

The kids had their makeovers this week -- do you think you'll recognize them?  This is Zoe!

 

She's inviting you to view the tree week pictures . . .

Our new location

Yes, we have moved to the big 3' x 3' crate in the living room -- lots of room for us to play, eat and be safe.  We watch everything!  We are a little tired of all the political commercials - our favorite show is Jeopardy!  We're absorbing all of new surroundings - of course, we love it when someone picks us up for a little "one on one" time -- Make sure you check the new pictures this weekend - we have something big planned! 

Surprise - it's my birthday!

When little Nick arrived, last year -- that's what we said - "Surprise"!  We had no idea that his mother, Biridie was pregnant.  Mercedes had just had her pups a few days earlier -- Then, Birdie shocked us with this beautiful boy -- We wish you a wonderful day with your family -- Love You!

Visitors Welcome!

Well - Cosmos' new mama came to visit tonight - we have been a little reluctant to have visitors for this litter as it Cherry's first time as being the mama.  Cherry did fine - she was more interested in having attention than being worried about her puppies.

 

Cosmos and his mom had a great visit -- he showed her that he really knows how to eat his cereal - and -- he knows how to bark!  Hope that wasn't a bad impression-- LOL!!!

 

If anyone in the area wants to visit, we'd be glad to have you.  Just give us a call or e-mail -- Evenings after 5:30 or anytime on weekends is fine!  We want to share them with you . . .             Lois

 

P.S. they have moved to a bigger crate located in our living room since we had a couple of espacappee's in the smaller box in my bedroom --                   Lois

Enjoy their first pictures! Happy B-Day

Click on this Text to Enjoy!

 

(It takes a minute to start)

Happy Birthday Mercedes/Llinger kids - 1 year old

This is my Mercedes last litter - she is enjoying retirement now - of course, she's trying to get in with Cherry's pups every day!

 

From left to right - starting with Santa - we have Clark, Lexie, Candy and Bella.  I have some more pictures of them to share, but this computer is driving me nuts!  I'll try to post more tomorrow.

 

I love you all -- Hugs and Kisses from Ralph, Lois and Mercedes!

Our first meal without Mom!

Bruce

Zoe

Cosmos

Lucy

Bogart

Molly

Okay - finally got all six pictures loaded!  I hate our computer today!

This is their first meal - Gerber's Rice Cereal with warm milk -

• Bruce - it took him a few tries before he realized that he could eat - then did great.
• Zoe - she is definately a chow hound - that girl knows how to eat!
• Cosmos - really liked it but licked around the sides - guess he didn't want to get his face dirty!
• Lucy - she used the same approach as Cosmos - eat around the sides.
• Bogart - he loved eating it off my fingers - but wasn't too thrilled about eating out of the bowl - he'd rather walk in it -- He's a mama's boy!
• Molly - another chow hound ~ she needed a wet paper towel she was done.

Isn't it amazing?  They are 16 days old and have changed so much -- We'll feed them the cereal/milk once or twice a day to help supplement what Cherry is nursing them.  It was a fun day :))

What do puppies do on Saturday afternoon?

Why, of course, they nap!  Molly is to the left, and Cosmos is on his backing using his sister as a pillow -- they've had a big day.  Check back later - and - hopefully (if our Internet stays on long enough) you'll see what they have been doing!

I can see you . . . Two week pictures are posted!

Bogart and all of the pups want to wish their families a wonderful Sweetest Day!  Hugs and Kisses to Everyone!

New Recall - please read

One of our new puppy families was kind enough to share this e-mail --

Dear Dog Owner,

At your request, I'm sending you this special alert.

On October 17, Kasel Associated Industries announced a voluntary recall of some of its pig ears and dog treats due to possible contamination with Salmonella bacteria.

To learn which products are affected, please visit the following link:

Boots and Barkley Pig Ears and Dog Treats Recall

Please be sure to share the news of this alert with other pet owners.

Mike Sagman, Editor

The Dog Food Advisor

P.S. Not already on our dog food recall notification list? Sign up to get critical dog food recall alerts sent to you by email.

Good Morning Everyone!

We have some sleepy puppies this morning, but we also have some "open eyes"!  Everyone is right on schedule and doing great - sorry no picture -- trying to rush to work.  Had to share the news ~ have a great day -- Lois

Good Morning Everyone!

The one week old pictures are on the website -- hope you like them -- This is Lucy -- Enjoy

Look who found her home!

Aretha has found her home & her new name!

Her new call name is Molly --Molly Lady Cerise  -- we have learned that Cerise means Cherry in French -- the white dog in the picture is her new big sister, Sasha.  The redish dog is part of the family too -- Excited for everyone (P.S. - she has her own song "Molly Malone"! 

They're one week old already!

We're planning on taking the official "one week" old pictures tomorrow night and will post them on Saturday.  I'm sorry to disappoint anyone thinking they would be ready today.  It's just too much to try get the photos taken and posted on a week night.  I get home about five - finish up supper - (you know the drill) - my dishes await me as I type.

Our computer says it is 6:20 p.m. right now - that means all the pups are officially one week old.  I don't think I shared their birth times but will remedy that now:

Chuck Berry (Bruce) 1:50 p.m.
Marvin Gaye (Cosmos) 2:15 p.m.
Patti Labelle (Zoe) 2:46 p.m.
Diana Ross (Lucy) 3:00 p.m.

then a long break . . .

Aretha Franklin 6:00 p.m.
Little Richard (Bogart) 6:02

No, that's not a typo for Little Richard; he was right behind his sister.  We were cleaning Aretha up, and Bogart had arrived! 

1st Come Love - then comes marriage --

This handsome couple belongs to a friend of a friend- of a friend.  That bride's little face is just perfect.  I bet whoever it taking the picture has someone standing beside them holding a "very good treat" to get that attention --

 

Of course, our little Cherry skipped the wedding and went for the baby carriage!  Pups are snug in their box this morning - they are getting so chubby - a week ago I was still trying to guess who many she was going to have - Actually, I guessed correctly.

My suggestion . . .

Get a bigger bed!

How many pictures do you take to get perfect?

Take #1 - Bogart has to have a pillow -- blanket isn't soft enough



Take #2 - We're getting closer -- just need to move him over a little bit more

Take #3 - finished product - we can see everyone! 

Diana Ross has her name

Drum roll, please . . . Diana is to be called Lucy!  I just love that little "go button" on her head  :)

Another new name to announce

Now presenting --- BOGART formerly Little Richard -- Don't you just love it!

My Zoe Rose

I knew we took a picture of Zoe with the crown when we took the picture of Cherry wearing the crown last week-- I was afraid it had been deleted from the camera card, but it wasn't --

 

Zoe is 10 years old and has developed cataracts - she has some eyesight and does quite well.  We found homes for a couple of our older girls, but just couldn't let Zoe have the stress of new surroundings.  She's here to stay with us.

Patti LaBelle - has her name!

Patti's new family has decided on on Zoe for her "call" name -- they are still working on a middle name -- I was thrilled with their selection as I still have my ~Zoe Rose~  I'll have to find her picture and post it . . .

Now, Meet Bruce

This was Chuck Berry - who has been adopted by a Bruce Springstein fan!  Thus, the new name is BRUCE! 

We're getting our new "call" names!

Of course, there is the AKC registered name - usually a long, meaningful name - but not a name your could shout out fast if you're trying to tell you pup your pup to drop your new sandals.  "Call" name is what you actually call your dog.

This is Marvin Gay (no AKC name yet) - his new call name is COSMOS!  We started calling him that immediately -

Okay - it's quiz time

Cherry was finally out of her box long enough for me to get a group picture without her!

I put Numbers by the puppies -- they are by birth order -- Anybody want to take a guess of who is who? 

• One - Chuck Berry
• Two - Marvin Gay
• Three - Patti LaBelle
• Four - Diana Ross (spot on her head is a good clue!)
• Five - Aretha Franklin
• Six (but not least) Little Richard 

How did you do?  I still have to stop and think about it -- few more days, and I'll know them all -- after all - we share a room!  lol       

Newborn pictures are here!

We've gone with a "Motown" theme -- This is Chuck Berry -- 1st puppy to be born - Everyone's pictures are on the website -- Enjoy!

They have arrived - Total of 6!

Six healthy babies -- sorry I cut off Cherry's head!

Puppies were born yesterday, Octotber 4th!  3 Boys and 3 Girls -- We will take indivduals photos later today.  Cherry is a 1st time mama and is being very protective.  I don't want to add any stress to her life!  They're all about the same size -- doing very well. 

T'is Pumpkin Season

I saw this on Facebook  -- they belong to a wonderful lady who owns 4 cockers and attended the SBG Family reunion this past June -- I just love these -- wish I was so talented!