Look who's 2 years old!

Happy Birthday to the X-Men litter!! Bred by Toreth and C-Myste. They're all champions to the humans that love them! Thanks for being such awesome families for these deserving babes.

Fearless Princesses

I happened to hear news from the families of the most outgoing kids in both of my litters.
The first was from Zelda's mom and dad. Zelda (formerly known as Sara) was out of Celie and Rocky.
The other was from Bonnie Storm's mom. Used to just be known as Storm and out of Kayla and Huxley. Boy does the name suit her! 11 days at sea! Yes. I am jealous! Seriously lucky dog.

Both of them I am so glad you love za babies. Thank you for giving them the best lives a dog could have!





Lynn and Lee write:
"Zelda, or the Zellion, as we call her, is doing great. She's about 15-16 pounds (hard to tell because of wiggling on the scale at the vet's) and EXTREMELY energetic. She has discovered chairs and likes to jump on them as soon as we've gotten up. Here she is on her new outdoor "daybed." Her water dish is strategically placed so she doesn't have to get up to have a drink! Loves to chase balls (and birds!) and try to eat everything in sight and I will spare you the details. She's played well with others, including a big Australian shepherd and a Jack Russell puppy. She's learned to sit, come, stay, and lie down, and we're working on rolling over! Her favorite place to hang out is my closet under the hanging clothes, a big den instinct I guess. Her ears seem to get even bigger even though rest of her is too! "



Angela writes:
"The Sailing Dog keeping watch!

Hi Leo,

Bonnie is quite the sea dog. We went on an 11 day sailing trip and she did great. She has good sea legs (she wears a life jacket when were under way), does some swimming off the boat. Fiona will be showing her in a few weeks at the San Juan County Fair, we will let you know how she does.

I really enjoy your blog, love the puppies and flowers!"

Thanks! and yes! Tell us how it goes at the fair!

Wee Bonnie Ice Storm

Angela writes:

"Hi Leo,

"Wow, what a busy December. Bonnie had her first day of snow and ice skating last weekend. She loved it! She is potty trained (most of the time) and is our constant companion. She is so smart, can sit, stay, shake hands, lay down and find the treat. Fiona will be starting 4-H classes with her in January. She also got spayed this week, and was not herself for about a day, but has bounced back and we have to keep her laying low for a few more days (it's hardest for her and Chloe not to be able to play normally).

"We are expecting a lovely Christmas with Bonnie, her stocking is hung! We wish you and your family a Wonderful Holiday and a Very Happy New Year!

Angela, Greg, Fiona and Bonnie"

Bonnie Sailor Girl

Angela writes: "Bonnie Storm is quite the sailor! She was alert, curious and has very good sea legs. She did well in her life jacket, and was able to run around in the cockpit....but not for long. She was already scamming on how to jump up to the deck that is way to high for her....except maybe if she uses Chloe's back as a step. She is so clever and listens well. We are very proud of her, and she is pure joy for all of us."

Storm-Bonnie photos redo

With a little help from Thomas I got the photos from Bonnie's new family up.

Thanks Sweetie!!

Isn't she looking great?

Storm becomes Bonnie

I love this picture! It captures her spirit and her incredible color.



With her kitty. Looks like the Cheshire Cat? And they didn't know about my obsession with Alice in Wonderland. Bonnie is definitely an Alice.


"Hello there. You're a big girl aren't ya? Y'know I'm not the least bit intimidated..."



Angela writes: "We made it home and "Bonnie Storm" did just great. She likes her new bedroom, and slept most of the way to the ferry. She was a big hit in the ferry line, and we got to hear her gruff bark! Chloe is exuberant to say the least. They are getting to know each other, with Chloe on her leash and when Bonnie is in her kennel Maddie and Chloe are very interested, and keep watch on her. I think they will do great together, Bonnie loves her kitty. She took to Greg right away and he thinks she's terrific. She is making her way around the house and slept all night in Fiona's room. We are thrilled and she has bonded very well. She's a love and has brought excitement into our home!"

Storm and Logan, I mean Quinn, I mean Jasper.. that's it Storm and Jasper

Angela and Fionna fell in love immediately.
Storm was amazing. Took her bath, nail clipping and even her first Dremeling without a yip or a squirm. Love her temperament: confident and resilient.

Fionna is all excited about doing 4-H with her and I think they will have a blast.





And news from Logan's family. He's being called Jasper and that suits him well.

Teresa says: "Veronica has already clicker trained him to come when called even if the
person calling doesn't have the treat. Only works in the back yard though,
so we have to move our next training session INSIDE. He also has US well
trained to open the door whenever he rings the bell, and he's totally
working that. He is a very smart boy.

Bart is still really enjoying the puppy. I don't know how much longer they
can both squeeze into Bart's bed -- maybe I should buy them a bigger bed so
they can keep being cuddlebugs."

I'd second the idea of the bigger bed!! Too cute.






I love making happy families happier.

windows

Someone recently reminded me of that saying that sometimes when a door is closed, a window is opened... That woman was Anne and she and her partner were the window for Clank.

Storm seems to have found her own window. My dream was for this little foxy baby to find a life of adventure and puzzles to solve. A lovely family on San Juan Island have opened a window for the breeze that is our lovely Storm to blow in. They have 6 acres there for her to explore. Their 11-year-old daughter is interested in training her and being her constant companion. They go sailing and I can just picture her on the bow with the wind on her tongue.

Stacking the Storm

Her coat is unusual in color and right now it still has that puppy quality.
Her topline is actually fine. I think she's a very well balanced girl.




"Yes. I am adorable."

"I can't believe you woke me up for this."

"I am so outta here."

gathering storm

Storm, you may have read, is looking for a home, preferably one that likes games. Busy games and puzzle games, she's gonna meet that bar no matter how high you raise it.
I'll be collecting bits of images and stories about her so you can better see what makes this girl so special.

Storm has an alpha personality without being aggressive. It's amazing to watch. This morning her sister Rogue had a bone and she just walked over and nudged in front of her and took it away. No real confrontation. She's the littlest of the crew still but she makes up for it in presence and intelligence. She's obviously earned the respect of her siblings.

Totally gentle with kids. And willing to play even if she's been woken up from her nap.




The camera was low on juice so I'll post more pictures later. Stacked shots. We're also going to puppy class later. So I'll try to get shots of her playing with the other babies there.

good news, good news, good news, more good news,... and other news

First the good news: Mr. Remy LeBeau has a home!!! Anne and Sharon have decided they can't live without the little Cajun. They will bring their Cardigan boy Ratchet over on Wednesday so the two can meet on Remy's turf and then Remy will be going home with them. I couldn't be more pleased with this family for this special boy.

Jean' new dad reports:
"Life is fabulous!
We are so happy and so is she. She had her first class at puparazzi today. Both ears are up regularly. She's only had 2 accidents (both our fault), and has slept through the night once.
Now we're working on getting her used to my in-laws and their pembroke.
She went to the vet on Friday and they fell in love with her, too.
Deliriously happy,
Michael"

I received another note from Charlie:
"Things have been going great. A couple of days ago we went in the car to the post office, with me in my crate and I was a real good boy. I get to go every day in the Mule, up to the garden. I really like that. Mom says we will probably go to the Post Office today too. Look at what else happened when I woke up this morning, my black ear was standing up straight and tall. Mom thinks the other one will follow tomorrow. I also slept almost all the way through the night.
Tyner and Katie (grown up Cardigans who live with Gail's daughter Esther) come up to play every morning. That's all for now.

Love Charlie"



Isn't he cute?!!

And the mom of the family who is taking Logan has decided she'd like to give conformation showing a whirl. Logan, who might possibly be renamed Quinn, will have a blast showing off his gorgeous self. I can hardly wait to see how that boy moves as he gets older.

Ok, so now the other news: Storm needs a home. Just bad timing for the prospective person who wanted her. Ideally, I'd like to find an obedience/agility mommy or daddy for Storm. I've always thought of her as my tomboy. She is whipass smart and super biddable. She really wants to know what you're up to and if she can have a part.

Storm

She makes me smile every day.



Looks like she may have her ears popping up very soon. It would suit her. She's the smallest but easily the most precocious and assertive. This girl is so alert. That is to say, when she is awake. She is still a very young puppy mind you. She is going to need a job I think. She's very smart, wants to be your buddy but loves to keep busy.

Uncle Gus - a photo essay

And my Grandma used to entertain us grandkids by doing this trick.

Jean and Storm

I usually prefer symmetrical markings like on Rogue but Jean is such a beautiful girl with the way hers curve over her face.





Storm too. As I've said before she's little but spicy. I love tomboys!

Eye(s) of the Storm