CHIHUATUDE

Things Are Just A Popping Around Here

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We started the fall season of with Callie coming into heat. You know she is so small we have to keep Teco away from her. Peanut has been making every effort, and has achieved his goal once, that we know of, LOL. Callie is a particular little one, and wants Teco, but that’s just not going to happen. He’s twice her size, and we just don’t want to take any chances.

Surprisingly fast, Annie Mae came into heat. Teco stepped up to the task at hand, and took care of business. Then all of a sudden Sable Moon came into heat, with Annie still in her heat, this presented some problems of confrontation. We have to be careful to keep them separated. They are both so domineering, and Sable is trying hard to take over as Alfa female. Anyway, Teco is a happy camper with the two in heat at the same time. Sable and Teco have completed the “union” a few times, and we’re really excited. Teco has long hair in his background, and with each litter he fathers, there's at least one long hair. With Sables burnt red color, I just can’t wait to see what colors and coats we get. I think they are going to be gorgeous puppies.

Then Babe came into heat. She won’t have anything to do with Teco, but is very receptive to Peanut. It’s funny how these girls choose who they are going to be with. The only worry is the last few heats Babe had, she just didn’t get pregnant. Her and Peanut have coupled numerous times, so we have high hopes.

So there is the potential for us to have a house full of puppies in a couple of months. It won’t be long before we know which ones are pregnant. I’ll keep everyone posted with the latest news. Also, I’m going to be changing the appearance here. I’ve found a few new templates, and am working on them to get things set up. I hope to have a faster loading page. I’m going to be thinning out the widgets, losing the ones that really drag down the load time. There will also be a little bit larger slide show in the side bar, as soon as I figure out the code. So keep checking back to see what kind of things will come with this makeover.

Down to Just One

I know, It’s been far to long since I updated. I have been pretty busy with work and the other blogs. We are down to just one puppy left. Funny that the one left was my pick for first to go. Just goes to show you can never figure what people will like.

Jr. is the man, he’s the lone wolf if you will, and not too happy about it either. He misses his brother. Him and Red had gotten pretty close over the past few weeks, and it seemed like you just couldn’t separate them. They have had a lot of fun playing with each other for so long now. and making good friends with Mai Tai the cat.

Today though, Red went to his furever home, and I’m sure will be happily spoiled there with his new mother. She has already called to let us know he’s settling in just fine and they had a nice nap together on the couch.

I’m uploading some videos of the boys on their wild runs through the house, and playing with the cat. Little Red loved to pester Babe in her kennel, and was pretty cute with his little bark.

Only Two Left, This is The Hardest Part

We near the end of yet another journey with the puppies. We are currently down to two, Jr. and Red, who seem to feel a little lonely. I have often wondered what the Pup’s think as one by one their brothers and sisters leave to join their new families. I know Tia and the other moms are never happy about it. This time, both Tia and Peanut are treasuring the last few moments with their babies.

They have been pretty feisty, but a little reserved also. It’s almost as if they know something is up. Blinda talks and plays them all the time. It’s fun to watch their reactions as Blinda

starts to call out to them. They know how to keep us entertained. The little growls, and tiny barks are just too much some times. I have a hard time keeping from laughing.

Fuzz Butt was the

first to leave for his fur-ever home. He went home with the nicest lady, who just wanted someone for companionship. I’m sure Fuzzy will be spoiled rotten in no time, of course Blinda gave him a head start on that.

Then little Wrinkles, He is such a sweet and loving little boy. His face, with the wrinkles around his eyes, just so cute. He found a good home with an elderly gentleman who I’m sure will love the boy well.

Then Sunday, Monty left to join his older, half brother, Papi. We already know how spoiled Papi is, so I’m sure Monty will be very well loved. We also got to see one of Babe and Gizmo’s Pups. Bebo, who belongs to the daughter of Papi and Monty’s

parents.

So now it’s just the two, Little Red and Jr. Both have unique personalities, and are always full of energy. They are some very loving puppies. I think

Little Red will have Tia’s personality, he even barks like her. Jr. definitely will follow in Peanuts footsteps. I hope he stays a solid white, so far he has not darkened at all.

7 Weeks and full of it!

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The Chi-ildren, now an old age of 7 weeks, are all full of energy. They are pretty durn active to be blunt. It is so much fun to sit and listen to their ruckus. Those little barks and growls are just too much sometimes, and you can’t help yourself from smiling or laughing.

Tia refuses to leave them alone, and we’re having to force her to stay out of the kennel. They have been eating solid food now for close to two weeks, and really don’t need her milk at all. That’s not to say they don’t want to play with her, and vice versa. The problem is that if we let her in too often, it foils the progress we have made at weaning them.

Ohh, and by the way, little Spot, who is now Montie, has a home already prepared to go to. Some of you may remember Papi from Sables litter. His little sister was Sunny. Well his parents have put down a deposit on Montie, and have chosen him to be Papi’s new friend.

The best part about this is that we got to see Papi again. He rode up with his parents to come pick out his new brother, who will live with him. Papi is such a cute boy, he has gotten even more handsome than before.

And just for some fun, here’s a couple videos of Tia and Peanut in with the babies.

4 Weeks Old, and The Adventures Begin

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There are a number of things that make it fun to have the puppies around at 4 weeks old. One of them is the fact that they are just starting to get vocal. We get to hear the cutest little growls and barks all the time. They are learning to walk, talk and play, all at the same time.

Between feeding and sleeping now, they are pretty active. They play and roughhouse all the time. Jr. the white one, and Spot, the one with the patch on his eye are the most active. They are constantly pestering the others and their mother. Tia is a good sport, and put up with it to a point. She is spending more and more time out of the kennel now though. They have started drinking water on their own, and don’t seem to need Mom as much. They grow so fast!

A couple of them, have turned into real little lovers. One in particular is so trusting and full of love, he will fall asleep in the palm of your hand. He has the longest hair of all of them, and is so soft. He’s also the quietest of them all.

He just loves to be held, and will hug your thumb in the process. I know we’re not supposed to play favorites, but with a puppy like this, it’s hard not to.

I’ll add a couple of videos below. One of the kids playing, and one of them nursing on miss Tia. I hope you enjoy.

The babies are testing their balance

With their eyes opening, and a whole new world to explore, Tia’s babies are venturing forth. The test is on, a test of balance and coordination. This is one of the most fun times to be an observer in this process of growth and learning. They wobble along, then fall over, only to get back up and try again. Everything is new to them, exploration the root of their existence.

Of course there is the regular occurrence of a maternal interruption. Tia is persistent, and makes sure the little ones get their fill of milk to help build their bones and muscles. She is such a good mother, loving, caring, and protective. Their is the occasional instance when one of the other Chi’s gets a little curious. Perhaps a little too curious for their own good. Tia is quick to put them in their place.

Mostly though, it’s a matter of keeping track of her precious gifts. Being all boys, I’m sure they are prone to getting into trouble. Of course they are too cute to garner much punishment, for I have yet to hear Tia get onto them. She just cleans , feeds, and love them, probably more than they would like.

Of course, Tia is adept at keeping them occupied while accomplishing her own tasks. She is also good at providing opportunities for them to strengthen their muscles and improve their coordination.

The House is Filled With The Pitter Patter of Tiny Paws Once Again.

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Tia Marie did all the work, and Mr. Peanut get’s to claim the glory. Isn’t that how it’s always been. The proud parents are so happy, Tia a little over protective, and Peanut, curious as a cat.

Tia stayed true to form, and delivered 5 beautiful baby boys today. Her labor started early, around 9:00 AM. The first little one to grace our presence was at 12:48 PM. A tiny little boy, light tan or light red and cream weighing in at 3.1 onz. The next was 3.3 onz. and white with a tiny bit of color on its back. Then came a beautiful red, weighing a whopping 4.1 onz. Then another white one at 3.8 onz., and last but not least a mostly red one at 3.6 onz. The last one being delivered around 5:30 PM.

Tia struggled just a little, and we had to help her clean a few of the babies, but over all everything worked out just fine. Tired and ready for rest she laid down with her little ones, but would not take her eyes off them.

After everything settled down, we had to change the bedding. Tia was not real happy with us moving her and her babies around, but accepted things as long as one of us sat with her comforting and petting her.

They all have such cute little red heads and paws.

I’ll post more pictures later, so everyone can se them grow.

Tia Marie is expecting this weekend

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I know I have been awfully quiet lately, I am sorry for that. Well I do have some good news. Tia and Peanut are expecting once again. Tia, ready to pop any minute, has been sulking around the house. She is THE drama queen, so there is a fair amount of her playing up on her condition. She makes a big show of having to waddle around, and wanting comforting constantly. Of course we don’t mind at all.

She is quite large, and has been pretty grumpy with the other dogs. Last time she had a litter, she had four of the most beautiful puppies. Two were long hair, and two were shorthair.

We are looking forward to another wonderful litter. Her due date is May 19’th, but I think we may be greeted with an early arrival, we’ll see. I can tell you that we are far from patient with the waiting. There is something so sweet about the sounds of newborn puppies in the house.

Rest assured I will post an update just as soon as she has the new babies. Until then, we will be catering to her every need, after all she is our little Diva, and she knows it.

Mr. Peanut has Done it Again!

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Not too long ago, My boss who has a Chihuahua, wanted to breed here with Peanut. Keelie is one of Annie’s and Gizmo’s babies from a few years ago. She is a really sweet little girl, and I used to get to see her every day at work.

We set everything up, and made the introductions. Keelie then spent a few days with us, getting to know Peanut a little better, LOL. It didn’t take long, and Peanut was quite well acquainted with Keelie.

Next thing we knew, My boss met a new lady friend of his own, and they moved in together. Well I don’t get to see Keelie everyday anymore, so I was happy to hear that she had her babies. I went over to have a look and get some pictures.

Keelie is doing great, and is a natural mother, just like Annie.

Of course there is no doubt Peanut is the daddy,LOL.

I’ll see if I can get some more pictures later. They have their eyes open now, and will be really walking pretty soon.

Wordless Chihuatude

Just have nothing new to say, I’m sorry. Hope you like this picture. It’s one of my favorites.

Pet Owner Responsibility is Not Always Taken Seriously Enough by All.

We had a pretty good scare this week. In our neighborhood, there are a number of pet owners that chose to allow their dogs to run free. With some dogs, this is not really an issue other that the fuss caused when they come near our fence. Then you have a certain owner, who not only allows their dogs to run free, but makes no effort to properly train and socialize them. The worst part is the breed they chose to keep, Pit Bull’s.

We are not one of those that think Pit Bull’s should be outlawed or anything like that. On the contrary, we have seen some beautifully mannered Pit Bull’s. They are a very sweet loving breed if properly raised. The issue comes when a person fails to socialize and train their animal especially if its a breed know for instinctual aggressiveness.

What happened was Our immediate neighbor has a family of feral cats that has made their home under his house. He has been trying to coax them out, and has been feeding them in hopes of domesticating them. Well The Pit bull in question jumped the neighbors fence, and started chasing one of the cats. Fully intent on capturing and killing it. The deed was well accomplished before we could intervene, and right on their back porch.

The fear for us comes as we realize our fence is lower than the neighbors, and several of our dogs are even smaller that the poor cat. I can assure you, that I will do anything necessary to protect our Chi’s. What infuriates me is that we shouldn’t have to worry about things like this. If people would just understand the responsibilities involved with owning an instinctively aggressive dog.

We did call the Sheriff's Office, and the dog owners were cited. This does nothing to help the poor cat, but perhaps it will lead to the dogs owner being more responsible in the future. I fervently hope so, but have serious doubts.

Dogs of War, Rescued and Loved

Dogs have an important impact on a persons mental health and personal well being. Anyone who doubts that can simply look at a few instances from the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan to find Proof. War Dogs, lost and lonely, many living on the street trying desperately to survive. Amazing how they gravitate towards humans feeling homesick and alone. Lending support comfort and love in some of the most stressful times of a soldier life.

Our soldiers deployed to the front lines often find comfort and companionship in the form of a dogs left to roam the street fending for themselves. One such incident, involved Ratchet The Iraq Dog, and Army Specialist Beberg. While deployed to Iraq, Spec. Beberg adopted a puppy found in a pile of burning trash. The two became fast friends, and were devoted to each other. Ratchet became a needed comfort for the difficult times of her deployment.

When the time neared for Spec Beberg to rotate home, she started making arrangements for the shipment of Ratchet to her home in the States. The trouble came when her commanding officer refused to allow the dog to accompany an Army convoy because it was against regulations. With no other means for Ratchet to get to the airport for shipment home, Spec Beberg was at a loss.

Operation Bagdad Pups, a branch of the SPCA International stepped in and with the help of over 77,000 signatures on a petition got the Army to loosen the regulations against Army personnel adopting pets. The happy ending being that Ratchet Beberg was able to be shipped to Spec Bebergs home, and greet her when she arrived. Talk about a nice homecoming.

For further proof that dogs are helpful and healing to the spirit and soul, read this blog post from Kaboom. The Happiest Dog in Iraq. After reading it I would bet you would agree with me, there are benefits beyond value to the soldier who manages to find the lost lonely K-9 souls.

Silly Chihuatude Videos.

I thought I might share a couple of cute videos with you. This first one was really funny. I wish I could have gotten the camera into action sooner. We were watching Americas Funniest Videos, they had a series on Chihuahua’s that night. Meeka was not too happy with the dogs on TV, LOL.

This next one just goes to show that some of the dogs are not too pleased with the oral hygiene routine. Peanut most of all, He sure makes a big fuss, but it’s all show and bluster. We use these teeth wipes, they are like handy wipes, and are supposed to be flavored.

Ceasar Millan Tackles serious Chihuatude

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Many people do not like Chihuahua’s because they have seen far to many yippy snippy tiny dogs. The Chihuahua is known for it’s protective and loving nature. Unfortunately the protective aggressiveness is what many people remember. Many Chihuahua’s won’t back down, and it can be a problem.

This week Cesar Millan, The Dog Whisperer, is going to tackle the toughest little dogs ever. Sunday February 1 st, 2009 at 8:00AM. on the National Geographic Channel.

He’ll be tackling the attitude and problems of the tiniest dogs around, including El Diablo. He is a tiny little Chihuahua living at a Pit Bull rescue, and he rules the roost. El Diablo has intimidated all the Pit Bulls there, but his Chihuatude has become a problem. Ceasar will go to a Pit Bull Rescue for and Chihuahua problem?

If you have a chance, watch this episode, Chihuahua’s From Hell, on The National Geographic Channel. It’s well worth the time to see how Ceasar deals with these unusual but common behavior problems.

Ceasar Millian is an extremely intuitive rehabilitator of dogs. His techniques are amazing and do work. Learn how to rule your house hold with a calm assertive presence.

Cold Weather Can Be Dangerous For Your Dog

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We have been having some pretty cold weather lately. And the Chi-ildren are not to happy about it. Chihuahuas don’t do well in cold weather, their little bodies just do not have the necessary insulation, especially if their a short hair. So it’s very important for us to take the time to protect them from the cold.

There are all kinds of clothing available for Chihuahuas, and other dogs. You can get shirts, dresses, coats, booties, and just about anything else you could imagine. The sources are plentiful on the internet, but you really need to know what size to get. Most pet clothing is sized by the weight of animal it will fit. For instance, a shirt that fits Peanut who is 3 pounds, would never fit Babe who is 11 pounds. We have found the best clothing has no straps, snaps or other items to secure. Mainly because they dogs are less likely to try and chew them up.

You should also pay attention to the attitude of your dog. Many of them do not like clothing, and it takes time to get them used to it. Don’t force them, just keep trying them on slowly, and be patient, eventually they’ll get used to it. Persistence is the key. Sooner or later they will realize it’s for their own good. We have two Chi’s that are very susceptible to the cold weather, Callie and Peanut. Both have shorter hair than any of the others, and being as small as they are its often harder to find clothes to fit them.

Another thing they like on a cold day, heck any day, is to have a blanket to curl up under. Chihuahuas seem to love to crawl under the blankets, and bundle themselves up. Even on a warm day You will find Callie under the blanket on the couch. We keep a blanket on each couch for this reason. It gives them some warmth, and evidently a feeling of security. Believe it or not Teco, who’s feet you see above is sound asleep right then. He loves to sleep on his back and under the blanket. Babe is another one that has to be under a blanket as much as possible.

There is one last thing we do for the Chihuahuas that helps us on cold days. Peanut, Callie, Teco, and Meeka are all litter box trained. They don’t have to go outside when it’s cold. It was pretty easy training them but the others we’re still working on. Teco and Callie were litter box trained when we got them. Peanut learned from Callie, and Meeka learned from Peanut. It is handy being able to put them in their rooms, (kennels) where they each have a litter box when it’s cold. Then you just wait until they use the litter box, and let them back out. We even started litter box training Annie’s last litter before they left for their new homes.

So as the weather continues with it’s cold snaps, think of your dogs, and be sure they are safe from the cold.

Would You Like to Meet a Vet Dog?

I would like to introduce everyone to a site I have visited for quite some time now. Ginny-Puppy’s Dog Journal is a blog written in the voice of a dog. Not that unusual these days, heck I’m doing one myself, and may end up doing more. What’s special about Ginny is that her owner is a veterinarian, and Ginny answers pet health questions submitted by the readers. Does your pet have a little issue that’s been bothering you, but your not sure if it’s serious enough for a visit to the veterinarian. No problem, stop by and ask Ginny. She’ll do her research and ask her Mom, then write a complete post responding to the question. She has some really great information on her site, and has been really helpful to us.

After Annie’s last litter, she started losing some hair. It started concerning us because Annie has such a beautiful full and thick coat. I took a little trip over, virtually, to visit with Ginny, asked her what she thought may be the problem. All I had to do was go back a day later, and I had my answer. Now understand, that with out seeing and diagnosing through tests, she can only give potential problems. She’ll be the first one to tell you that it’s no substitute for a real visit to the vet. But it’s nice to have an idea of what you may be looking at. Annie’s issue turned out to be a Thyroid dysfunction, and has been corrected with medication. She is due for her check up pretty soon, and we’ll find out if she needs to continue her medication.

There is one other really neat thing about Ginny. She is the official mascot for the Veterinary Emergency Funding Mission. This is a non profit organization set up to help pet owners deal with the financial issues involved with emergency veterinary treatment. If you have ever had to take your pet to an emergency Vet you know the cost can be exorbitant. Payment is most often required prior to any treatment being performed. When Sophie had her Mastitis, the EV bill was close to $800.00 dollars. And let me tell you it was not easy to make that payment. We did of course, but it meant going without a few necessary things for us. You can visit the site, and find out what kind of options are available for the financial concerns. There’s plenty of information, and it’s a good thing to know about this stuff prior to ever needing it. So go by the site, and see what it’s all about. Remember it is a non profit that is hoping to be able to provide a service to pet owners. To provide that service, they rely upon the generosity of others. So if you can manage it, give a donation, pay it forward if you will.

Peanut’s Got a Blog

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Well, he went and did it. I tried to talk him out of it, but it was no use. Peanut got himself a blog. He insisted, and You know I just can’t say no to that face, especially when he lets the tip of his tongue barely hang out of his mouth. One of these day’s I’ll get a good picture of him doing that, it’s really cute.

Anyway to help him promote his blog, I said I would write and article on Chihuatude about it. His blog name is Life Through Peanut’s Eyes. Now I have to help him write it, and am going to try my best to sound like what I think he would. It is a little challenging, but a lot of fun. I will be traveling around the web, with Peanut on my lap, saying hello to everybody. When he leaves a comment on your page, it will be with Open ID or as Peanut. Under Open ID, he’s seen as peanuteyes.

He’s been pretty talkative, and trying to meet a lot of bloggy doggy friends. He wants to get on EntreCard but has to get some more posts up before he’s eligible. He really, really… wants be an EntreDog. We got him set up on MyBlogLog, and have submitted a request for BlogCatalog to list him. So we’re going to get busy doing a few posts introducing all his Chi sisters and brother, and get past that 5 post limit. Right now he just has two, but heck we just set this up last night.

Peanut chose the template from a selection of Amanda’s over at Blogger Buster. It took me a few hours to make his banner picture, and then loaded it on the site. A few tweaks to the template, and we were ready to go. Peanut wrote his first post last night, and said Hello World. Then we spent a little time going around and saying howdy to a whole bunch of Dog Blogs. He’s really hoping to get some followers, because he says the little picture make him feel loved. So if you follow here, swing by his site and add him to your follow list please. Maybe that way he’ll give me a little peace.

Chihuatude has been honored with a nomination.

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One of the few awards shows I enjoy watching on TV is the Peoples Choice Awards. I like it because it’s the viewers, all of us who sit couch bound every night, who vote on the winners. Well the blogosphere has it’s own peoples choice awards. They are called the Bloggers Choice Awards. There are a number of different categories, one of which is Best Animal Blogger.

Contessa ChiChi has honored us with a nomination for Best Animal Blogger. I was taken completely by surprise, and was shocked by the honor. It’s still just sinking in. Our Chi-kids are bragging to every dog that walks down the street.

Here are some of them, I know they don’t look all that excited, but trust me they are. They keep sneaking in little kisses and hugs to show us how happy they are that their being honored.

You can vote for us here, or by clicking on the badge in the sidebar. You could also vote for Contessa ChiChi.

Big Boy Found A Home!

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Big Boy, AKA Shadow went home with his new parents last night. He will have two other Chi siblings, and be very loved and cared for. I suppose he will have to be a shadow for a new person now. It’s when we get to keep them a little longer than expected that we get attached. It makes it difficult to let them go at times.

It’s going to be a little while before we have another litter, but that’s OK too. Babe should be the next one coming into heat, and that will be in just a couple of months. We’ll skip Sable on her next heat, just like we already did with Annie, and Tia. It lets them recuperate from the strain of birth and mothering. I have never thought it a good idea to breed them continuously. I just can’t see that as a healthy responsible way to go.

It’s been a little more than two years since Babe had a litter. She always threw a lot of chocolate and white puppies. That may have been Gizmos’ influence, I am not real sure, but she does have chocolate in her family background. Her sister was completely chocolate. We’re going to try to get her with Teco, he has blue and longhair in his family background. I hope she will let him, but in the past she only wanted Peanut. Yep they do pick their mate.

Thinking of Trying Something New

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First off, Big Boy, is very happy, and not lonely at all. As a matter of fact I may have to start calling him Shadow. He will not let Blinda out of his sight for even a second. He even tries to follow her to the bathroom. We have had a few calls, but everyone is looking for a little girl. He is getting spoiled completely rotten, and even gets to sleep in bed with us.

On to the something new. I read a lot of “Dog Blogs”, or “Animal Blogs”. These are blogs written from the perspective of the dog or pet. Many of them are really fun to read, and the comments are even better. You can get a real feeling for the personality of the animal by reading these blogs. What I’m considering trying, is to start yet one more blog. I was thinking of trying my hand at writing through the eyes of Peanut, after all he is the smallest, and must have the most interesting view of things.

Peanut has always been my little guy. He meets me at the gate when I get home, and can’t wait until I sit down on the couch so he lick my nose and ears. I will never understand why he has such a fascination with noses, but he does. He even sits with me when I’m at the computer. He has his own little bed in the desk drawer.

Tell me what you think, is it a good idea or not. I think it would be a pretty solid challenge to my ever increasing imagination. Just in case you wonder why he was named Peanut, let me show you his baby picture.

Doesn’t he look just like a peanut.

Starting 2009 Off With a Few More Pic’s

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Big Boy is still with us, and enjoying his freedom more. He is getting spoiled rotten, and someone is letting him sleep in bed with us. He has the run of the house, and very seldom goes to the kennel any longer. He surely is a ball of energy, but more so a love monster. He loves to sit on Blinda’s lap and pester her. He has an affinity for chewing on her hair, and trying to crawl up on her shoulder underneath her hair. It is rather funny to watch.

He is a climber, and has not quite figured out the jumping up onto the couch yet. He prefers to climb rather than jump. He has been running around with Peanut and Meeka quite a bit. They all love to chase each other and chew on each other.

There is no doubt he has his fathers ears.

Down to the Last Lonely Boy

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We’re down to just one lonely little boy. His sister, little girl went home today with happy new parents. She and Big Boy have been having loads of fun this past week. They got to roam and explore the house while playing with Daddy Peanut. Peanut, has been dotting on his little lambs, constantly playing chase and being a protective father.

Big boy and Little Girl have become a fixture in our home, and are making it difficult to let them go. Little Girls new parents are very lucky indeed, because she is going to be a lot like Sunny. Some what reserved but a very loving little thing. Big Boy is already missing her very much. Little Girl is the one in the back, and always seemed to take a backseat to her brother. Big Boy is perfectly happy to be the one to adventure out and discover new and interesting things.

You can almost tell the difference in their facial expressions. They are two completely different personalities. While Big Boy is the adventurist, Little Girl was the speedster. She loved to run laps around the coffee table with Daddy Peanut in hot pursuit. I can assure you that Peanut was having a hard time keeping up.

Now we are actively trying to find Big Boy a new home with a happy loving family.

Merry Christmas From the Land of Many Chihuahuas

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I would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas. I hope you all got the things you wanted most. My wish for you is that you were able to spend time with your loved ones, sharing their companionship and spirit.

For us, we spent a wonderful evening with the Chi’s, and each other. Christmas is a time for sharing, and the Chi’s are best at sharing their love. They are all doing great, and enjoying the Christmas spirit.

Little Girl and Big Boy are still with us, and have added that special feeling of having kids around for the Christmas season.

Merry Christmas, and I hope you all have a happy and wondrous New Year.

We’re Starting to Feel Just a Little Lonely

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Well most of the babies have gone to their new homes. Sunny left us Friday night. Marissa, her new mommy, is keeping us updated by leaving comments here. This is the comment she left on the last post.

Blinda and Eric,
We just wanted to leave you a quick message to tell you how GREAT Sunny is doing! She didn't cry at all on the ride home and as soon as we got home I took her outside and she went potty. We let her have time to get to know Star, our Golden Retriever, and they were instantly friends. Sunny very playfully chased her around the yard. When we went in, we watched her explore the living room and she was so frisky and happy! She's been going outside to use the potty even though its so cold! We have a little sweater for her, but she is constantly taking it off. :) She is eating great and sleeping good at night in her kennel, we call it her "house-house". She cries when we put her in there for the night, but only for about 5 minutes. She then goes to sleep and I get her up around 3am to go outside. We just LOVE her and she is the sweetest, cutest little sweetheart. Thank you so much! Her vet had a family emergency yesterday and had to close the clinic, so we didn't get to take her in for her checkup. I am planning to take her in the morning. We will continue to keep you updated. Right now, she is running around my room barking playfully at Star, saying, "Let's play!" :) Merry Christmas!
Marissa

I Just love hearing about the babies. It’s nice to know they are enjoying their new homes, and having fun. Sunny was one our little shy kids, and I just knew she was going to be a big lover.

Papi was picked up by her new parents on Saturday. They come all the way from San Antonio, and had been on pins and needles waiting to get Papi. This family has one of Babe’s puppies from a previous litter, and are interested in another of Babe’s puppies. They brought a blanket along with them, and we rubbed Sable and her other babies with the blanket, so the familiar sent would get on it. They already have bought Papi a brass bed, and a whole bunch of toys and clothes. I have a sneaking suspicion that Papi is going to be one very spoiled little dog.

Tiny Boy, the black and tan puppy, that was real small, found a new home right away. The interesting part was, he’s going to live with the family that bought Tiny Girl. So the siblings will be reunited, and living close to each other. Tiny Girl was a Christmas present for their mother. When they gave her to them, they decided to get one for themselves. So Tiny Boy is going to have a good home where he gets to see his sister regularly.

Now that just leaves us with Big Boy and Little Girl. Both are Black and Tan, and of completely different personality. Big Boy is more reserved and almost timid, and Little Girl is rambunctious and adventurous . She Has no fear, and is super fast. We had them out earlier today, and she was running laps around the coffee table. Peanut of course had to try to catch her, but had a little trouble keeping up.

We got a new digital video camera, and as soon as I get it all figured out, I’ll post some videos.

The Kids Start Leaving For Their New Homes

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Tonight the kids are 8 weeks old. We gave them their second set of shots, and final worming last night. That means they are ready to go. Two are leaving tonight, Izzy and Tiny Girl will be leaving us. This is the hard part, but we know they are going to good homes. Sable will not be very happy, but she’ll survive. At times I think it is more heart breaking watching the momma dogs as they see their babies leave. Sable and Annie are the worst. They just love being mommas so much.

Little Izzy, who was first born will also be one of the first to go home. She has become such a pleasant welcoming face every morning, and in the afternoon when I get home from work. The little white splash on her forehead keeps getting smaller and smaller, its almost invisible now.

They grow so fast, it seem like just days ago they were small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.

And then just learning to walk. Izzy was always one of the more active, and now she has become such a lover.

Tiny Girl, who was always the most adventurous also meets me at the kennel wall every morning. She has become a lover also, but then when they are held and loved by Blinda all day, who can blame them.

Tiny Girl as she wobbled around learning how to walk.

Our shy little ray of sunshine, Sunny, will be leaving tomorrow I think. She has developed into the cutest most loving little thing. I think she may stay a little shy, but that’s part of her charm.

She was so cute as a baby, and just keeps getting prettier.

Her and Papi had so much pink on them as babies.

Papi is going to be so sad to see his favorite playmate leave.

I’ll update as the others leave for their new homes, or find new parents.

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