The puppies are celebration puppies!

We were just putting the timeline together and realized just how much these puppies enjoy celebrations and party times. Siri (dad) and Hara (mom) mated over Christmas and then the puppies were born on President's Day weekend. The puppies will be ready to go to forever families right around Easter.... so for all of those into the "timing" of things what a coincidence! It is always neat to share when fun trivia like this comes together.

A change in God's plan

One of the beautiful female pups passed yesterday. She had been showing signs of distress over the first few days and we did the best we could to help her but it wasn't meant to be. Tom was en route to our vet specialist to begin the process of tube feeding her but she passed on the way to her office. The other nine puppies continue to put on weight well and are thriving within the litter. It was a difficult day here at North Star but we know that things happen for a reason and trust there is a plan for all little ones.

We have 10 new wonderful, healthy puppies!

Hara delivered ten new puppies and they are all doing very well! She had seven girls and three boys. All are eating well and Hara is tending to them very meticulously, calmly and gently. We can't be prouder and happier. The puppies and Hara Ki have all been to the vet and it was stated that they all look great and Hara is ready for the journey. We are starting to upload photos as they change very quickly... thanks to all for all of the ongoing support and kindness. We appreciate it!

Hara is due in less than 10 days!

Hara is getting bigger each day and doing very well. We go this Thursday for her last xray with our vet specialist, Dr. Sheller. Hara is enjoying the extra food we are giving to encourage the health of the puppies and of course the treats! She gets tired more easily and it's challenging to find a comfortable laying position these days but overall she is doing fabulous.

AKC Gazette article

Just wanted to put the word out that the January 2011 issue of the AKC Gazette has a feature article on the Entlebucher Mountain Dog. The article refers to the entles as the "athletes of the Alps" and the "swiss army knife" of the canine world. It is a nice article introducing entlebuchers to the Herding Group of the AKC. You can obtain a copy of the gazette by going to the Americal Kennel Club website and requesting a copy for $4.99. Happy Reading!

The Ultrasound News!!

We just got home from Hara Ki's ultrasound... Our vet specialist, Dr. MaryAnne Sheller said that her pregnancy is confirmed. We are soooo very excited! Hara's due date is February 22, 2011. We will go for her final x-ray on February 17 with Dr. Sheller. She said that Hara looks great and all is going just as she anticipates... Congratulations to Siri and Hara Ki...what a wonderful day!

Waiting to find out!

Happy New Year! Our entlebuchers have been enjoying the immense snow that has recently arrived in the Midwest. In our area all 28 inches in the last few days. The all love to play with each other, fetch stick, and literally run with their nose face first in the snow and come out with a big snow beard. It is funny to watch! We are waiting for Hara's ultrasound to get confirmation of her pregnancy. Our appointment is set for January 24, 2011. We will update when we find out the results.