Ok. While I’ll admit i’m a sucker for yellow labs, i still believe these to be, objectively, some of the cutest little pups i’ve ever seen. They are getting fluffier by the day, and more and more curious each time they are awake. They fit perfectly under our couch still, but they move faster than a few days ago, so you have to keep an eye on these little squishy pups! molly is spending more time outside the whelping area now, and the puppies are getting teeth which means weaning is on the agenda soon! soon there will be puppy-food-mush spread all over them as they feel their way through…

As the puppies get bigger and more curious, they really enjoy their time out in the living room with the family. of course, they are the perfect size to fit under a couch or tv stand, so you’ve got to keep an eye on them! Molly loves being out with us, also, so it makes for a cozy visit. add a christmas tree and the it’s pure sweetness!   There are still 2 females and 1 male available from this adorable litter! Contact me for more info!  

We are getting ready to move the puppies into a slightly bigger pen so that they can have more room to roam and toddle. they are learning to play a little and getting their feet under them a bit. we even heard one *almost real bark yesterday! We are all looking forward to the next round with these sweet pups! I ran across this cartoon today and it gave me a little giggle so I thought I’d pass it along.       stay tuned for more updates!  

Pups are two weeks old now, and getting cuter by the day. their eyes are beginning to open and you can see that they want to start toddling around. Puppy progress is so exciting! It’s fun to see their noses and paws darken and their faces start to look more like pups. Their little bodies are getting so chunky and cuddly! They are all gaining weight wonderfully. These will be strong labs, on the bigger side just like their parents. We can’t wait to see what the next few weeks hold for these sweet dogs! Check back for updates and, as always, feel free to contact me with any questions!

Our much awaited litter has arrived! they are healthy, thriving and beautiful. we are so thrilled with how they are progressing and how molly has been as a mama. Even though their little noses and paws will be black, they are still born with all that light coloring. It is absolutely amazing to watch the puppies in their whelping box. Their eyes closed. Their back legs being drug along by their front legs as they feel for warmth with their noses. As soon as they find a sign of Mama they begin to swing their heads from side to side looking for a place to nurse. Mama Molly knows just…

In the world of pet accessories, there are a ton of options. but as for collars? These are my favorite. My sweet friend Amy has a unique work ethic: she sets out to master whatever she sets her hand to, be it piano, photography, handmade candles or now – dog collars. You can see the collar that she made for Molly in her pictures. It just looks lovely on her creamy coat of fur. But if you are looking for a collar for your fur baby, check out Amy’s Etsy shop: Red Fern Fashions. We have one of the incredibly strong leashes as well. Which helps, since Molly is an…

The World of early puppy development is simply fascinating. Like most things, there are lots of opinions (some conflicting) and the effort to reconcile all that information can be daunting. But there are some things that are agreed upon. Success in a dog’s life is directly affected by the first 12 weeks of life. We began discussing this in my last post (here) and will probably continue for a looooong while, since there is simply so.much.to.cover. While what people are looking for in a dog varies, there are a few universal things that EVERY dog owner wants: a happy, obedient dog As few messes in the house as possible An…

Did you know that the first 12 weeks of a puppies life can set the stage for success (or frustration) for their whole lives? just like most things, a proactive healthy start to life and training makes the road ahead all the smoother. an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and puppies are no exception. The stage is first set by the breeder. Jane Killion, of the rave reviewed “Puppy Culture” program, says it this way: “Over the years I’ve come to realize something: much of what people consider problematic in their adult dogs, from aggression right down to lack of focus in a performance dog, often…

We are now right around two weeks away from Molly’s litter, and we are getting so excited to meet and love on these little pups! Puppy love is all around our house these days as we watch videos, assemble whelping supplies, and love up our Lab. all this sentiment has made us remember a mama dog we helped foster during her whelping a few years back, and looking at the pictures has just made us giddy with anticipation! She was a sweet german shepherd and a very experienced mama dam and raised her small litter of 4 pups beautifully. It’s so wonderful to see the puppies come out of their…

The weather seems to have finally shifted cooler here in colorado. the leaves are gone too soon, probably due to that snow storm we had a few weeks ago. You know, the week before it was mid 70’s for 8 days. why isn’t fall 6 months long? Our sweet Molly, born in the ukraine, isn’t minding the weather at all. she seems to enjoy romping outside no matter what and, like us, happily cozies up next to the fire to read or watch a movie. These are cozy days, made all the more full with our sweet dog. She’s only got about 3 weeks left until puppies, and we are…