They told me to smile . . .

so, I did -- I'm a happy boy.  Six week pictures are on the website -- hope they were worth the wait!

Date(s) to Remember

The puppies have their vet appointment for their first set of shots on November 29th -- That is also the day they turn 8 weeks old.

I want them to stay with me at least until the next day - just in case someone has a reaction.  This absolutely should not happen.  Years ago everyone gave puppy shots at 6 weeks of age.  Now, the protocol (atleast mine and my vet) is to wait as close to 8 weeks of age as possible.  This gives their little bodies a chance to mature more.  I was watching Animal Planet on t.v. last week and was horrified to hear of pups getting their shots at 4 weeks - cannot imagine it.

This means I can let pups go on November 30th (Friday) if that fits your schedule better.  It would have to be after 1:00 p.m. (I only have 1/2 vacation day left for the year).

I am willing to drive and meet anyone who needs me to with their puppy.  Of course, Cherry would come along too -- I am hesitant to offer this - I don't want anyone to feel I have something to hide here other than a messy house!

Additional Information:

We are currently feeding Purina Pro Chicken/Rice (available at Pet stores and Tractor Suppy -- not your grocery store) -- you can feed your pup whatever you like - I recommend a high-end puppy food.  If you are changing, I will send puppy food home with you so that you can change their diet slowly.

Puppies were wormed at (Vetinarinarians' Association Guidelines)

• 2 weeks
• 4 weeks
• 6 weeks

When you have a plan -- please contact me.

I want you to remember

this photo -- when your puppy has just about put you over the edge -- remember this image -- it might make you smile!  Hope so!!

6 weeks and counting

I can't tell you how fast they are growing - maturing.  Mother nature is so amazing.  Six weeks ago I was checking to make sure everyone nursing - making sure Cherry didn't lie down on one them.  Tonight I just watched them eat their supper (dry puppy food) on their own, get a big drink of water and crash down for a big nap -- All of that happened in six short weeks.

We've been able to get them outside for a short period each day this week.  They're exploring more and more.  And, yes - they can run -- not always in a straight line, but they make me hustle!

Pictures will be posted on Saturday --  

Our 1st Picnic

We took lots of picutres, but this is the only one I can get to load on the Blog!  Very frustrating -- it was a beautiful day here - pups ate on the driveway -- Sorry I can't show you more!   I'll try later

Our Big Day - Outside

http://smilebox.com/playBlog/4d7a4d344e4459794e54453d0d0a&blogview=true

Click on the Link above to see our adventure!

Grab your wagon - 5 week pictures are here!

I just love these pups -- everyone of them!