Well, we officially are almost nine weeks old in these pictures. We were running out of daylight, and had just returned from the vet. Probably the least cooperative and most rushed stack jobs EVER! and I didn’t have anything to bribe them with either. But, that is ok! An effort was made! I need to … More Team Rocket is 8+ Weeks Old
We decided to get the entire cattle dog gang out to swim at Terri’s house, and the water level was low enough that we could all actually wade out to the island, including the dogs that aren’t a huge fan of deep water swimming (Fiddle and Rory). the puppies were allowed to go in at … More Swimming Lessons for Team Rocket
I am really happy with this litter right now. They seem to be easy to work with, adjusting well to everything that I have thrown at them, and really are enjoying their time on the road with their momma and me.
We Finally have the results of all of the health testing that can be done before the age of 12 months! I am happy to report: All six ears hear! Jessie and Meowth are clear of the entire health testing panel offered by pawprints (Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Cystinuria, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM), Multidrug Resistance (MDR1), … More BAER/Health Testing Results
These guys are really starting to motor around, have fun, and are enjoying there very first herding clinic at Agility at the Farm in Illinois. We had an amazing photoshoot with our friend Sam, and she also took these wonderful stack photographs. Overall, I am pretty happy with what this group looks like.
After nationals, we headed north to Wisconsin to get some time exposing the puppies to kids, and all matter of crazy hikes in the woods, mud puddles, and fun! These guys didn’t blink an eye, and were able to adjust to all sorts of things. They met a lab, and really got to spend a … More Time in Wisconsin
We took a huge road trip to nationals, and it was time for the little babies to join in. Fiddle was still cleaning up after them, nursing, and overall being the most wonderful mother. They got to meet Auntie Donna, and some prospective future owners and trainers. Auntie Robin was wonderful and helped us take … More Team Rocket is 5 Weeks Old
The puppies continue to learn, grow, and thrive thanks to the amazing care of momma Fiddle. We introduced a litterbox for house training, and they continue to try and escape the nest box if we are not careful. Every day is filled with new experiences, from road trips, to yard time, to the introduction of … More Team Rocket is 4 Weeks Old!
The puppies still continue to grow and thrive! The puppies got their first nail trimming. Today is the last day for early neurological stimulation and early scentwork. Jessie reacted the strongest and best to all of the scents, with the boys being slightly more neutral. Meowth protested the ENS more than the other two, but … More Team Rocket Puppies are 3 Weeks Old!
The entire litter doubled in weight by day #8. There eyes are open, and they are really starting to motor around the nest box. We continued to do the early scent work, the early neurological stimulation and made sure we introduced new situations to the puppies every day. Lots of new textures, sensations, and more. … More Team Rocket 2 Weeks Old
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