“things never happen the same way twice.” -c.s. lewis Bella delivered early with her past litter, around three or four days early. We like to have our girls come to us about a week before they are due. This allows them to settle in to their prepared whelping area in our home or in our […]

“winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and a talk beside the fire. It is the time for home. -edith sitwell” It’s so hard to believe that two weeks have already come and gone. We love being at home during the winter months and […]

do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for. -Epicurus When I took Phoenix in for ultrasound the vet technician told me she could see five to six puppies, but not to use that as an accurate […]

“I love these little people, and it is no slight thing, when they, who are so fresh from God, love us.” -Charles Dickens Ever since I was a little girl, I couldn’t wait to be a mother. I would daydream of what my life would look like with my children. I tried to take extra […]

“I must learn to be content with being happier than I deserve.”- Jane Austin, Pride and Prejudice Each litter brings me a deep sense of joy. Not only do I spend a lot of time working with my dogs and puppies, I’ve invested a lot of time observing my lines. My daughter and I compare […]

“And if memories are all I have left of you, then I will swim deep in those memories for all the years that are left to me.” -Edward Lee Pets take up a special place in our hearts. We include them in special occasions, like birthdays and even weddings. They play a special role in […]

“You normally have to be bashed about a bit by life to see the point of daffodils, sunsets, and uneventful nice days.” – Alain de Botton This has been an excruciating journal entry to put onto paper and share with you here. I think the reason why it’s so difficult is because of all the […]

A Mini Goldendoodle’s Guide to the City of Light “Breathe Paris in. It nourishes the soul.” —Victor Hugo Bonjour, mes amis! It’s me, Oscar, your favorite mini Goldendoodle, reporting live from Paris. That’s right, I’ve traded in backyard fetch for cobblestone streets, and let me tell you, Paris is paws-itively enchanting. Grab a croissant and […]

Miss Diana is the last available puppy in Misty and Huck’s fall litter. We have fallen in love with her and we know that her forever family will too! She is a well balanced puppy. She plays well with her littermates but will often check-in with me to get pets every few minutes. She is […]

These sweet babies are officially 6 weeks old! This week the puppies have had to adjust to a lot less one-on-one time with their momma, but Misty was ready. Whether they know it or not, they are ready to move on to their next phase too. Several afternoons this week, we spent outdoors. The puppies […]