Tuesday 22 July 2014

So, guess where I was sitting?


This is what happens if I / we sit down in the garden for a moment or two. First they investigate us, chewing toes, laces, ankles before eventually sitting down and snuggling together for a snooze!

We have to choose very carefully where we put our feet to get up without disturbing them. Luckily this wonderful weather means we are able to stay outside with the pups almost all day and they are the most wonderful time wasters. We never get bored of just watching their antics!


 




They really enjoy their food, and are eating four solid meals a day now. They all weigh 6 times their birthweight, at 5 weeks old that's pretty good. Bella has been the most fabulous mum and she's beginning to get some time and energy for herself now, because we try to let the pups nurse just morning and evening. Bella insists on chasing her ball  on walks now and is in no hurry at all to return to the pups. Natures way. 

Of course what goes in must come out - and we are certainly working hard on that front now. Probably at least 44 times a day! Keeping them all clean and the patio in a hygienic condition takes perseverance and tolerance - and patience! Every thing we do attracts their attention, and those puppies do like to help if we are sweeping or mopping up. That is fun I can tell you. Busy, busy we certainly are! 

We have had lots of visitors and many pups now have families and new names. As I write this we only have two girls left and several boys, but with visitors over the next few days I'm confident that will change. 

So, Alan and I still have to find time for our allotment and we take turns who will stay with the pups or who will go off to harvest beans or plums. I like to bring back a posy of sweet-smelling sweet peas to try and rid my kitchen of that delightful puppy smell. 



 

And when I get a moment or two between washing and poop scooping I shall make jam and pies with these beauties. The fruit trees are LADEN this year, because of all the rain I expect. Life goes on. 

I will leave you with another pic or two - 
            "Let sleeping dogs lie"


and there's always one who wants to be alone!


 Wonder what he's dreaming about? 





13 comments:

  1. Gorgeous x so pleased the job of forever homes is going well xx

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  2. Thank you Jan, so nice to actually hear from someone! So many people have told me they read the blog and yet - SILENCE! Yes it's all going well, but busy busy. Lovely pups this time, real characters. Hope you, Marley and Meg enjoying the weather!

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  3. Hi Mary, it was good to meet you, Alan & the gorgeous pups yesterday. We're really looking forward to seeing our 'Mr Yellow' again soon. Thanks Lee & Jo Taylor

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    1. Lovely to meet you all too. I am sure Mr Yellow will be very happy with your family. I have asked the stud dog's owner to send me anther copy of his paperwork as I have turned my house upside down looking for the originals! Anyhoo.... see you again soon!

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  4. Lovely pictures of the puppies. And I ma rather envious of your allotment harvest. I have yet to get to grips with my virgin plot. It's become an bit of an albatross. I have promised myself that I will start in earnest when Olly starts school. It will distract me from the empty nest! And thank you so much for your kind words on my post about Barbara. I blushed!
    Leanne xx

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  5. Oh and where can I hit the follow button of your blog? I can't see it. Am I being a tad thick or blind or both? xx

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    1. I don't know Leanne! Sorry but I am a "stumble around and hope it works!" kind of girl. I just add people's blog addresses to my bookmarks and read down for updates if I get a few minutes to myself. Don't put yourself down because I haven't done something! Thanks for your interest anyway. Maybe when I've finished with these pups I might find time to sort out my blogs properly. Enjoy the summer with your boys. Xx

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  6. Lovely to see the update and to see our cheeky chap in the middle of his food. They all look so healthy and happy. Jane & Ivo x

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  7. Hi Mary and Alan. Thanks so much for seeing us at such short notice today and to come away with the thought of Gerty (mrs lime green) in our lives from 10th August is so exciting! We miss her already! Very best wishes from Harri, Simon and Pippa Tuson.

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    1. It was lovely to meet you too Harri! Gerty is doing so well!

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  8. Hi Mary and Alan lovely photos of the puppies! We have decided on a name for Miss White, Margot! We go on holiday this weekend then only a week to go to pick up can't wait!!!! John Tina Cara Lucy and Patrick

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  9. Love it! Margot she is! It suits her...enjoy your holiday!

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