Update from the Whelping Box-Week 3

Though I know well that the third week of a pup’s life is marked by huge milestones. It’s like they turn into puppies (as most people think of puppies) overnight.

This litter was born on January 4, 2013! There are adorable, chocolate, fleece-coated, medium-sized Australian Labradoodles. There are 7 puppies in this litter-6 boys and 1 girl. They are all THREE WEEKS OLD NOW!

Here it is, Day 21 or Week 3, and just look at what’s happened:

• Walking has become the preferred method of ambulation (instead of crawling).  Granted, it’s still a drunken-sailor walk, but they’re up on all fours!
• Elimination and voiding is now something they do on their own. Fiona is cleaning less; the humans are cleaning more.
• The pups get up from where they’re sleeping and waddle over to a different part of the whelping box to potty, then waddle back to the puppy pile. They’re instinctively pottying in places other than where they sleep.
• Their vision is becoming usable. When they “see” things now, they react appropriately with sniffs or puzzlement or growls or barks or pounces.
• They recognize each other (oh boy, litter mates!).
• They play with each other. Okay, so it doesn’t last very long, but they do “play” for short stretches.
• They wrassle. :O)
• They’re feeling secure with their humans, not just with Fiona.
• They can pant and lap.
• They have started to grow in (ouch! for Fiona) teeth!  Their baby teeth are just poking through their gums, and just like human babies, this is uncomfortable for them.  They’re beginning to feel the need to chew (look out world!)
• They can voluntarily sit, stand, roll over, scratch, paw, wag their tails, chew, investigate objects they “see” (still blurry, but visible), and are just beginning to climb.
• This morning, I noticed that the puppies might be responding to sound, so I suspect their ears may be starting to unseal.
• We will be giving the puppies their litter names this weeks also!

We are accepting deposits for this litter now!

Here are some pictures of the adorable puppies!

 

Update from the Whelping Box

Here’s the update from the Whelping Box:

We are adorable, chocolate Australian Labradoodles. There are 7 puppies in this litter-6 boys and 1 girl. We’re all ONE WEEK OLD now. You might think we haven’t been doing much for these first seven days of our lives, but we’ve been quite busy. Just look:

• We lost what was left of our umbilical cords (what a nuisance — glad that’s gone!)
• We’ve discovered that we have hind legs that work.
• We’ve all more than doubled our weight, just as we should.
• We have round rumps now (unlike those bony bottoms we had when we popped out)
• We can squiggle like salamanders and we can push with our back legs, too (instead of just pulling ourselves with our front legs like we did before).
• We’ve learned how to find each other now (we sniff and feel our ways to each other).
• We can make a puppy pile!  (Oooooo…so roasty toasty warm!)
• We’re experimenting with making noises. We grunt and sigh and sing and call out for Momma Fiona. We yelp when Momma Fiona steps on us, and we sometimes bark in our sleep (but we don’t know what that is yet).
• We’re all willing to be cuddled regularly, too.
• We sleep 90% of the time now, and we’re mostly happy and content.

Speaking of sleep, that’s enough for now.  *yawn*  We’re tired, and we gotta get back to the hard work of growing. We’ll check in with you next week for another puppy report.

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Puppies!!!

Fiona produced a litter of 7 puppies last night-January 4, 2013! There are 6 boys and 1 girl in this litter! They are all medium-sized, chocolate-colored, fleece-coated Australian Labradoodles! Beautiful dogs that are non-shedding, hypoallergenic, and highly intelligent!

As breeders of these extraordinarily friendly family companions we want to extend to others the joy and companionship these dogs bring into our lives.

The Labradoodles are so popular because:

• Extraordinarily friendly family companions
• Non-shedding
• Social with people and other dogs
• Playful and witty in personality
• Allergy friendly
• Eager to learn and please
• Excellent water dogs and retrievers

As a small family breeder our dogs and puppies enjoy socialization by our family. As part of our family, our doodles not only enjoy our property they also join us at all kinds of extracurricular activities, such as football, and swim team, which also allows us to socialize our dogs in the public too.

Feel free to contact me at the following for more information!

Phone- 1 (307) 413-5891

Email-clancyaussiedoodles@hotmail.com

Clancy Aussie Doodles on Facebook- www.facebook.com/ClancyAussieDoodles

Pinterest- http://pinterest.com/clancydoodles/

Our pictures on Flickr- http://www.flickr.com/photos/clancyaussiedoodles/

Puppies!

We have an upcoming litter between our Lady Fiona Clancy and Aussie Doodles’ Canadoodle Sable Kodiak.

We are expecting for the litter to be born in late December/early January. We are accepting deposits for this litter now!

Here are some pictures of the puppies from their previous litter!

8 Ways to Train a Dog

Here is a great link to check!

http://www.wikihow.com/Train-a-Dog

General Care for a Yorkshire Terrier

Care for a Yorkshire Terrier

 

This alert, intelligent terrier, like other dog breeds, has special characteristics and, therefore, some special needs. It is a spirited dog with a generally even disposition. Yorkshire terriers can be very noisy, so think about your neighbors when considering this breed as a pet.

Be prepared to spend time on grooming and bathing this breed. Because they have long coats, Yorkies must have baths and their coats must be trimmed short or shaved for convenience and hygiene.

Brush your pet’s hair daily to keep it free of tangles. Bathe him only when he is dirty, usually weekly. Brushing will keep the hair clean, except on the side of the body where urine collects on a male. Wash this area daily with a damp cloth and warm water. Brush the dog dry in front of a small hair dryer if you have one handy.

Wash mucus from the corners of the dog’s eyes, daily if needed, with a cloth or wad of cotton soaked in warm water. Mucus will rot your pet’s hair if it’s not removed. Dry him off carefully.

Take special care to keep the hair around the Yorkie’s anus clean. It is common for this hair to become matted with feces.

Keep the hair on the top third of the ear flaps trimmed very short. This way, excessive hair won’t weigh down the ears before they are firmly “set,” at around six months of age.

Get your dog’s ears checked regularly for excessive wax and mites, and ask your vet to pluck the hair from inside his ears. Hair on his feet will need trimming occasionally.

Pay special attention to the Yorkie’s eyes and teeth. Long hair should be kept out of his eyes. As with most toy breeds, Yorkies may have tartar buildup on the teeth ‘ so they need regular brushing. Ask your veterinarian to recommend the best products and method.

Get a little dog coat for the Yorkie for cold weather. Yorkies do not have an undercoat to keep them warm. A store-bought coat will keep your pet warm and cozy.

Invest in nutritious food for the Yorkie. These dogs eat very little, so their food needs to be healthful.

Note that terriers typically have little tolerance for other animals, including other dogs. Their ancestors were bred to hunt and kill vermin. Many Yorkies are eager for a spirited argument.

Expect a Yorkie to live a healthy 15 years if all goes well.

Do not use a nylon brush, which will break the dog’s hair. Use a soft comb with small teeth at one end and large teeth at the other end. Use the small end for whiskers and brushing around the eyes. Use blunt-nosed scissors for trimming hair on your dog’s ears and feet. Use any good shampoo that you would use yourself and finish with a good conditioner, rinsing it out thoroughly. Wet tangles with warm water and work them out with your fingers as you bathe the dog.

This is not a breed for young children, but it is an ideal choice for stay-at-homes. The Yorkie does make an alert watchdog, and its exercise needs are minimal.

How to Keep Flies Off Your Dog

Prevention is the best solution to flies. Take the steps to prevent flies from being attracted to your dog. Flies can be a major source of frustration, agony and stress for outdoor dogs. Flies of all types, including Houseflies, Stable flies, Buffalo flies and Sand flies, are attracted to waste products, rotting food, hot and humid weather. Problems arise when flies bite the faces, mouths and bodies of dogs, transfer bacteria and create sores which can be used as breeding areas for fly eggs. This can cause maggots to appear and eat away at your pet. Yikes!!! Luckily, there are steps you can take to help keep flies off your dog.

Things You’ll Need

•  Vinegar
•  Avon brand Skin So Soft
•  Eucalyptus oil
•  Citronella oil
•  Spray bottle

Instructions

• Keep your dog inside the house or in a protected area away from fly exposure during the hottest hours of the day. Flies reduce their activity significantly when the sun goes down.
• Remove waste products immediately from your yard or common outdoor areas where your dog resides. Flies are attracted to feces. Check your dog’s fur often for fecal matter and clean it off quickly.
• Clean up food that is left outside. Flies are attracted to food once it begins to spoil from the sun.
• Use home remedy solutions to repel flies. Cynthia Measom from Daily Puppy recommends mixing two cups of vinegar, one cup of Avon brand Skin So Soft, one cup of water, one tbsp. of eucalyptus oil and one tbsp. of citronella oil together.  This concoction can be put into a spray bottle and applied to your dog’s coat to repel flies.
• Apply petroleum jelly to your dog’s ears to protect them. Flies cannot bite through petroleum jelly.
• Use antibiotic cream on infected areas to help heal fly bites.

Tips & Warnings

•  Take your dog to the veterinarian if you notice bite marks, bleeding or maggots on your dog.

Forever Homes-Norman (Brogan)

This is a letter from one of our clients who received one of the puppies from Canadoodle Sable’s Kodiak and our very own Lady Fiona Clancy’s litter. Norman arrived at their house on June 20, 2012, and they absolutely fell in love with him. Norman currently has a siblings available-Aiden. Check out our “Available Puppies” page for more details. Below the letter are some pictures of Norman from week 1 at our home to week 9 at their home. We are so proud of how well Norman is doing and what a testament he is to this amazing breed. We are so happy to hear about Norman’s speciality training and what an impact he has made.

July 9, 2012

Dear Clancy Family,

 

This is a just a note to let you know how well Norman is adjusting to his new home! If dogs could talk, we are pretty sure he’d tell you hit he the “adoption” jackpot. He gets more attention, has more toys, blankies, and treats than most babies…I am just sure of it!

 

Words really cannot express our sheer joy with Norman. It’s really odd to even hear myself say this because my husband and I are not “dog” people, in fact, we are not “animal” people. For 15 years, we’ve been adamant in telling our children that they could not have a dog. Mainly because my husband has allergies and I am a neat freak about our house. These two major obstacles have become non-issues since we have acquired Norman. He is hypoallergenic and non-shedding! What a bonus!

 

We decided to give in to children’s request after finding your ClancyAussieDoodle page on Facebook and speaking with you. We loved how you made yourself available to answer all of questions and concerns over the course of several months. We were impressed at how seriously you took your job as a breeder and how many questions you asked us to ensure that Norman would be a good fit with our family.  It is beyond obvious that you love what you do…your passion is evident.

 

You see, we don’t even consider Norman a dog…lol…he has so many human characteristics, it’s uncanny. He loves people…the more he’s around…the happier he is. He doesn’t bark(as long as he is not alone), he is well on his way to being potty trained (at just 10 weeks old) and he’s doing amazing in obedience school. In fact, our trainer, has repeatedly commented on how well-behaved Norman is. He mentioned that he’s never seen a Doodle quite like Norman – he said all the Doodles he’s ever worked with were happy but very hyper and had trouble obeying rules. We find just the opposite with Norman. He adapts well to all environments and clearly understands the word, “no”.

 

He’s so much fun and easy to train! We have taught him how to ring a bell when he needs to potty, how to stand jump up on a platform for a treat, how to stand on his back two legs and hop for a treat, and jump through a hula hoop! We are now working on teaching him how to walk on a balance beam…no joke! He loves being active and has no problems keeping up on our daily family walk of 2-3 miles!

 

Our plans are to continue obedience school for the next 6-12 months so we can get him certified as an AKC  STAR puppy, then on to hopefully earning the AKC Good Canine  Award.  Finally, we hope to get him certified as a therapy dog so we can take him to visit sick kids and the elderly at nursing homes and assisted living facilities! Our trainer says, Norman is well on his way to achieving all these goals!

Thank you from the bottom of our happy hearts! Norman has been such a blessing to our family. He is amazing because you are an amazing breeder. Please do not hesitate to give our name as a referral!

 

Most Sincerely,

Michelle and Joel Tjelmeland

Owners of tjelmeland.com, e-websmart.com and founders of www.ciafonline.org 217-498-1073

 

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The Dog Days of Summer

If you think these past few days have been unbearably hot as you spent a minute or two outside your air-conditioned home or office, think what it would feel like to be cooped up inside a car parked in the sun.

While you’re wearing a fur coat.

With the windows most of the way up.

With no water to drink or even a hint of a breeze.

And no way out.

After just 10 minutes in a car on a 95-degree day, the interior temperature reaches 114 degrees, according to a San Francisco State University researcher. After just 20 minutes, it’s 124 degrees in there.

“If you have to go somewhere, taking them (your dog) with you is not a good idea,” said Jason King, chief animal control officer at the Humane Society of Henderson County. “You can come back to a dead animal if they’re in there too long.”

Even if you’re just running to a store or to somebody’s house on what you think will be a quick errand, leave the dog at home. “It’s dangerous out there,” King said.

So far this summer, local animal control officers haven’t had too many heat-related complaints, King said Tuesday, just a day before the afternoon temperatures started their climb into the 90s and eventually to this weekend’s triple digits.

To keep these types of incidents to a minimum, shelter operations director Josh Cromer encourages people to not only look out for their own pets and to bring them indoors whenever possible, but also to keep an eye on their neighbors’ outdoor animals as well.

“If you know your neighbors have outside dogs and you’re home during the day, go over and check on them,” Cromer said. “Go give them water and make sure they have access to shade.

“That’s the responsible thing to do,” he added.

By law, an animal’s owner is required to provide a regular supply of fresh drinking water and a place for the animal to go to get out of the sun.

But that’s just the minimum that should be done.

Taking the pet into an air-conditioned home or a cool basement is the ideal solution, but if that is absolutely impossible, “be diligent on checking their water constantly,” King said. “You are going to have to fill it up more.”

Shady spots are more important than ever during extreme heat.

“You wouldn’t want to be out all day in the direct sun with no water,” King said.

“These living, breathing creatures get hot, too,” he said. “They need a way to get cooled off.”

And while people are encouraged to help their neighbors’ pets, if the situation is an ongoing problem, there may be no choice but to report the offenders to authorities.

Not providing water and shade for pets “is a crime. It falls under cruelty to animals,” King said. “If you are not doing this, you will get a visit from us.”

While the dogs and cats living at the Humane Society of Henderson County are kept in air-conditioned areas, the dogs also need a break from their kennels and a chance to get some exercise in the shelter’s fenced-in yards.

If you’d like to give the pups a fun way to cool off, the shelter is accepting donations of small kiddie pools in which the dogs can play and splash during hot summer days.

Cromer said that at the Franklin County shelter where he previously worked, the facility had numerous small plastic pools for the dogs to enjoy.

In addition to the wading pools, the Henderson shelter could also use donations of large stainless steel buckets to fill with water for the dogs to drink when they’re outside.

Temperatures are expected to continue to be in the upper 90s this week, with overnight lows in the mid-70s, so while you may enjoy attending the Fourth of July fireworks in downtown Henderson, it would probably be wise to leave your dog at home.

Many dogs don’t like the loud noises that fireworks make.

“If you know you have a skittish dog, it’s probably best to put it inside (your house) and let it feel a little more secure” than outside with a crowd as the loud booming fireworks light up the sky, Cromer said.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals web site agrees that home is the best place for dogs during fireworks shows.

“Please resist the urge to take them to Independence Day festivities,” says a news release on the ASPCA site. “Instead, keep your little guys safe from the noise in a quiet, sheltered and escape-proof area at home.”

The is the High Temperature Forecast for July 2, 2012.

The First Day of Summer

The Northern Hemisphere welcomes the first day of summer on June 20 or June 21 depending on your location.

The astronomical beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere is marked by the June solstice. Depending on the year, the day that marks the official start of summer can be June 20 or June 21. The following is a list of exact dates and times for upcoming and previous summer solstices:

• June 20, 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT
• June 21, 2009 at 1:45 am EDT
• June 21, 2010 at 7:28 am EDT
• June 21, 2011 at 1:16 pm EDT
• June 20, 2012 at 7:09 pm EDT
• June 21, 2013 at 1:04 am EDT
• June 21, 2014 at 6:51 am EDT

Now I know that I need not post for the exact day, and it is not because I am lazy. It is simply because it completely blew my mind. I had planned to do a post about the beginning of Summer but when the day arrived I completely forgot until now. So here it is, my post about the first day of Summer.

Dogs and the Summer Season

The intense summer heat is certainly nothing to keep cool about, especially when it comes to man’s furry best friend. We humans aren’t the only ones to complain about the scorching sun. Dogs, too, need comfort from the harshness of the tropical climate, sometimes even more than humans.

Attention, all pet owners! Protect your beloved pooches from heat stroke by keeping in mind these simple tips from Dog Whisperer Caesar Milan.

Tip #1: Schedule walks wisely

Heat varies at different times of the day. When taking dogs out for walks, keep in mind that the coolest times of the day are usually in the morning or at night. The summer heat is not the only thing dogs battle against, but the hot asphalt that can burn their paws as well. Dogs release heat through their paws so allow dogs to wander in grassy areas rather than on cemented roads.

Caesar shares that doggie boots are an effective way to protect dogs’ paws. While dog shoes are uncommon in the Philippines, pet owners must be sensitive in checking for discomforts or irritation dogs may experience with their paws.

Tip #2: Keep dehydration in check

Dogs, unlike humans, cannot sweat; and a tell-tale sign of sunstroke is excessive drooling. A dehydrated dog will become weak and sluggish with bloodshot eyes. If the skin is lifted, it takes longer than usual to go back to its normal position.

An effective way to keep dogs hydrated is to carry around water bottles whenever taking them out for walks. Be aware that dogs absorb heat differently; dogs with dark coats and dogs with more fat and body mass absorb more.

EYES HAVE IT. They cannot talk, but their eyes can communicate what they need. Photo of Frodo by Christian Panganiban.

Tip #3: Let them swim, let them be

Be creative with ways to keep your dog cool. Small kiddie pools or basins are effective ways to lower their temperature. When spraying dogs with water, concentrate on their paws and their belly, keeping in mind that dogs cool from the bottom up.

Summer is a season of fun under the sun, and what better way to celebrate it than to splash around in the ocean. Try taking dogs out for a swim once in a while. Not only is it an effective heat repellent, but a great bonding activity as well.

By instinct, dogs dig up holes in the ground to find a cool place to lie down. Allow them to exercise their animal nature while letting them have fun in the process. Discover a shady area where your dogs can dig.

Tip #4: Not in cars, please

Leaving dogs in a parked car is a no-no. A car’s interior collects more heat than the outside environment. Moreover, dogs are prone to claustrophobia and may get overly excited by passers-by, thus increasing the risk of dehydration.

The summer heat is not something to be dreaded if one knows the proper way to handle it.

NATURE’S PET. We’re used to seeing them in the hiking and walking around town here in Jackson Hole, but dogs are very much nature’s children, too. Let them walk and run on cool grass and they will love you for it. Photo by Roopak R Nair.

Travelling buddies

Summertime is vacation time, and when choosing to bring along dogs, there are several things to keep in mind in order to make the journey hassle free, not only for pets, but for the owners as well. Web MD shares several tips to make your dog’s journey as fun as the destination.

Much like how motion sickness is more commonly experienced by children, puppies and young dogs are more susceptible to vomiting and nausea. This is usually linked to the puppies’ undeveloped ear structures used for balance. Most dogs outgrow this however; it is not unlikely that a dog will associate traveling with vomiting. It is then important to make the ride as comfortable as possible.

MOMMY, YOU THERE? Dogs see us as their protectors. And as their owners, we are responsible for protecting them. Photo of Frodo by Christian Panganiban.

Signs of dog motion sickness are inactivity, slowness, uneasiness, yawning, excessive drooling, and vomiting to name a few. Make sure your dog is facing forward, preventing it from sticking its head out the window. Lowering the windows by a portion will also help balance the pressure from the outside and the inside. Another effective trick is lowering the dog’s food intake before the trip and giving small treats (best if sugary) right before the voyage. Like in humans, this will lessen and prevent the feeling of nausea.

The most important thing to remember is to know your dog and find personal ways to make the trip easy and enjoyable.