Plan “C”

All has been quiet on at the Tidewater “ranch” these past few weeks.  Our very busy Tidewater doggies have been busy out there earning titles and accolades, but we haven’t had much luck on the puppy front.  Our Bella and Tex breeding...

Bella and Tex

BellaTexAs I’m mentioned many times before, dog breeding makes you humble.  You imagine you have some control over your breeding program and when you’re going to breed and when you’re going to have puppies, and then Mother Nature laughs her head...

7 Weeks Old

Tiptoe through the deep snow.How cute am I?Pick me UP!Grass is tastyRun in the sunGrandpa Rowan with the babies 

6 Weeks Old

This week, we’ve spent a whole bunch of time outside, even though it’s still pretty cold.  Weve explored the deck, checked out all the divots and holes in the snow.  We’ve learned to ask to go outside to do our business, which is a huge...

5 Weeks Old

Sleeping BeautySnuggle BugsIf I take my ball in the kennel, the others can’t get it!Napping on the pool noodleHow cute am I?WrestlingI think the bowl is emptyPuppies are 5 weeks old today and are getting quite frisky.  

4 Weeks Old

When pups turn 4 weeks old, they learn things like getting dirty (rolling in the food and water bowls is very fun) and launching themselves out of the whelping box.  But what’s most fun to watch them to is learn to play.

3 weeks old

We’ve had a very busy week.  Momma Reba contracted mastitis, which is an infection of the breast tissue.  It went from a slight issue to a big one in a huge hurry.  As a result, she spent a few days on IV fluids and antibiotics and daily visits to...

2 weeks old today

Our wee babies turned 2 weeks old this morning.  Their little eyes are starting to open, their noses are sure in full gear and they’re starting to get up on their legs and marching around the whelping box.  They’re getting to be very, very...

Puppies, Week 1

Reba and a little boyUpside down nurserSnugglyNot much bigger than mommy’s footLittle girlLittle boyThese babies spend A LOT of time upside down!Hanging out on the lazy-boyGrandma brought us TOYSGrandma Leia came to visit Reba and the babies.Our first week has...