HAPPY HALLOWEEN !

I just got this adorable picture from "Adena's" new mom (aka PinkGirl)

What's up with her eyes?  :)  No, she's not a blind beggar!

Adena is an Indian name for The Flying Nun

JUST KIDDING

But it IS an Indian name!  Isn't that a pretty name?

Those ears do go through some funny looking stages sometimes!

                      

And then there was one...oh wait...MAYBE 3?

I still have "Red Baron."  He has ALWAYS been mine & Jenny's pick; was that grammatically incorrect? 

 I keep waffling as to whether I can keep him or not.  You have no idea how much I WANT TO!   He is SOOO handsome, and of course, he's a very good little boy.  Not little for long though.  He picks up on everything I teach him.

He is so smart and so trainable!

And the downside is... with my health and disability as bad as it is, I have to TRY to be realistic. 

Is it fair to him if I keep him?  NO.  Would he know the difference? Probably not.  Does he deserve to be in a home that could walk him and train him?  YES.  The possibilities with this boy are endless. 

I (more than anything) want him to go to a FOREVER home.  To someone who appreciates all the great qualities of a German Shepherd, and willing to take the dog hair and the muddy paws that go along with it. 

Having a new puppy in the house is a HUGE responsibility and it takes a genuine commitment from a new mom or dad.  Almost like having a new baby!

If I have already placed a puppy with you, YOU MUST BE PRETTY SPECIAL PEOPLE!!  

     So, with all the thoughts bouncing around in my head, I really would like to find him the best home possible.  Preferably someone that would appreciate bringing him back to "Camp Gwamma's" to see me and play with his mommy.  They play so well together.  That could be a huge plus to someone who needs a dog sitter!  And I could have the benefits of watching this gorgeous boy grow up.

   There MAY end up being 2 of the pups (that were Naomi's picks) that we will be screening for new homes. 

 I have some more random pictures for you...

 Dianna took this GREAT photo of Megan recently (on the back door) and gave it to me on Megan's birthday!  It really captures her look.  Thanks so much, "Aunt Di!"

  I set up his crate in the kitchen and he will put himself in it when he wants a time out!  Whadda-good-boy!  I'll have to get a picture of that.

"My research shows German Shepherds would prefer steak over potatoes."

This one pretty much sums up the German Shepherd,

 the most loyal breed I know...



Happy 3rd Birthday MEGAN!

Megan shares a birthday with Judge Judy today!   Too funny.  I think she is just a hoot.
When I look back at Megan's puppy pictures, it is amazing how much a couple of puppies look so much like her!

The pups are 10 1/2  weeks old and growing like weeds. Cute as ever!

Some random pics......

Such a beautiful girl....

 Every night around 8 or so, we do Round 4 or 5 together with the babies.  I take their food out & we sit and play. 
Megan enjoys playing tug o'war, or "face fighting" with PinkGirl.  I have a supply of clean up stuff in their pen & they found that playing with a paper towel roll was great fun.  Of course you can spend tons of money on dog toys & they'd just as soon play with the box.  If any of you dog lovers ever buy toys, check out the selections at Walgreens (yes, believe it or not) and Walmart.  They are a LOT cheaper than a pet store.

 Poor little guy isn't included in the girls' reindeer games...

he's trying to get their attention!

So of course, Megan obliged & snatched the roll from him

Aw come on Mom!  I didn't mean for you to KEEP IT!



And then there were two...

Can you believe his ears are up??!!  WOW this is pretty early.  Let's hope hers come up soon.

I hate to advertise but I may have to do so.  :(

 Pink Girl needs a good home, but don't tell Megan.

If anyone knows of a GREAT home (I will be pretty picky), please give them my email:  BevA3@aol.com

New home for PurplePeanutPeoplePuppy

OOOHHH this is a sad, yet very happy day...

    My little baby has chosen her new people.  I gave them (the humans!) THEIR choice of 2 girls but I knew in my heart which one I thought was a perfect fit for him.  I tried (I *think* I was successful) not offering my opinion, but Purple Girl made it clear that SHE was going to be their choice.  As a breeder, this is the BEST feeling in the world...to see your baby go home with people that will love and care for her (can you believe I'm crying?!)

    I told her that she had a whole new world out there to go forth and conquer and new people that will have their hearts stolen by her.  Jason will be calling her Jasmine after his favorite Disney character.  How cute.  I like that name a lot!

   Jasmine promised me that she'd have Jason bring her back to Camp Gwamma's house frequently  :)  And since Megan LOVES for Jason to throw her "feetball" for her, she is also looking forward to it.
   So you ask...how does Megan feel about her baby leaving?  I'm not real sure that she knows she is missing yet!  She is so exhausted, as well as the other puppies, that everyone is sound asleep.  Funny part is, Meg was going out of the gate with Jason too!  She may've wanted to see where she was going?  Or maybe she just wanted to bail?  :)  Throw my ball and I'll follow you anywhere!
   Now I guess I should work on my 2010 taxes since my CPA appointment is at 11 tomorrow!  What's the rush Bev??

"Jasmine" and Jason.......he found her scratch patch!  See her rear leg going?  :)

Jason took this one of her.  Doesn't she look so grown up?  I'm telling you, she looks just like her mama.  And every bit as smart!  She has so much potential & I am sure Jason will just love her to death.

This was right before she got scooped up to go to her new home.  Funny how their ears look at this age.  They're aren't up yet but the way she was laying you could see how they'll be in a few weeks.  Jason won't believe how fast she will grow up.

THANK YOU JASON, I know you'll be very happy with her.
And you'd better remember to come visit!  Don't make me come over there  ;) 

8 1/2 weeks

Just some random pics for you  :)

This is our handsome "BlackBoy"  
I think it's time he had a real name!

 Now I couldn't have planned this picture if I tried!  This is RedBoy (AKA Red Baron) with his mother's ears!  haahaa

Red again...I can't wait to see these handsome boys when they grow into those gorgeous heads.

Sometimes boys just need to be left alone for a nap. He (Black) put himself in time out. The pen door was wide open  :)

I am so thrilled at this!  Blue Boy has one ear up already!  Well, at least he does occasionally.

AAAAAWWWWW....

 Purple Peanut was just "wallering" with all the toys.  She is such a cutie

 

8 weeks!

They are starting to dwindle...well...not really YET. 

I would like to find a great home for pretty Pink Girl aka "Tootsie" (she doesn't know I call her that!) but she just seems to fit the name.  SO if anyone knows of a Shepherd lover who would like a great companion, she is for sale.  And this opportunity will never happen again, as Megan will be spayed next month.  No more messy heat cycles!  YAAAY

My RedMan is so handsome, there is a chance I may look for a show home for him.  We'll see in the next month or so how he's looking.  It's a tad early to make that kind of assessment but I think he's a gorgeous boy. 
OK here are some more random photos  :)

PURPLE PEANUT PEOPLE PERSON PUPPY enjoying a belly rub from Jenny!
She is the puppy that I think is a spittin' image of her mommy.

Pink Girl

 "BlackBoy and WhiteGirl" having fun with a rawhide bone.
Of course they are always better when a sibling has it!!

Now you just have to see BlueBoy's proud new papa!! 

I think he might just be handing out cigars soon!

OMG I just realized he is wearing a BLUE shirt! 

Isn't that just the best picture?!!  This kind of smile makes it all worthwhile.