Chocolat Kennels - Mini Smooth Dachshunds

Denali has a new family today

2012-02-12T15:28:00.000-05:00

Denali has a new family today. Nicolette has taken to Denali. He just loves to be in her arms, safe and sound. Denali will be living out in the country close to Greely ON with lots of space to run around on two acres of land. Congratulations to Nicolette. We look forward to seeing you and Denali at the Wiggle Waggle this year.

Logan has a new family in Fredericton, New Brunswick

2012-02-12T13:44:00.000-05:00

Logan flew off yesterday with Don to Fredericton, New Brunswick yesterday. Don had been waiting for sometime to get Logan after his dachshund Dexter of 13 years passed away last year. Now with Logan in his travel bag they boarded an Air Canada flight to Logan's new home and family with Don and his parents who will care for Logan when Don is at work.

We want to congratulate Don on getting Logan. We look forward to more pictures on the blog.

Avril has a New Family

2012-01-08T23:49:00.000-05:00

We are thrilled to announce that Avril has a new family. Marlene, Katherine, Gracie,

a cat and some new baby parrot birds make up a great new home for Avril.

We hope they can make it out to the next Wiggle Waggle Walkathon in 2012.

On another note we are still looking for home for Noah and Capers. They are both fixed now and are looking for families without other pets. They need some alone time and lots of TLC after living with our pack.
Email me if you know of someone. stapleys@sympatico.ca

Happy Birthday Sookie, Dixie and Yogi

2011-12-05T06:49:00.000-05:00

Hard to believe the pups born to Caper's is now a year old!
We had special cupcakes for all the dogs. Dixie had her's first. No one else wanted to share.

New Family for Yogi

2011-11-18T19:42:00.001-05:00

We are happy to announce that Yogi Bear has a new family. Elena and Oleg Kartsev live in our area and Elana works with Houdini's Dad Kevin. Congratulations to all the family members.

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon this year

2011-08-30T21:14:00.001-04:00

I am sorry to say we won't be going to the Wiggle Waggle Walkathon this year. Dave's Mom is sick and we are busy with her. We look forward to next year and the great team we have.

Dog new is that Holly and Capers are getting spayed tomorrow so we will have two less girls in heat this fall. We hope to breed Rachel this fall with Denali. It should be an interesting litter.

We have finished our last dog show last month. We have given up getting more points for Denali this year even though he is close to his title.

This year has had it's ups and downs with dogs... we are hoping for a better year next year. Thanks to everyone for the support through this past year.

Sookie (Pixie) Has a New Family

2011-02-18T01:23:00.002-05:00

Congradulations to Amy, Mark and new puppy brother Cooper, the new family to Sookie (Pixie).
She is now settled in her new home in St. John's. Our second puppy to go the "The Rock"

Caper's Puppies now 7 Weeks Old

2011-01-22T07:49:00.001-05:00

Now at 7 weeks old the puppies have been moved from the upstairs to the family room & kitchen with the big dogs. They have a nice warm spot by the fireplace. They explore with the help of the other dogs.
Logan so wants to play with them.

Caper's Pups are Five weeks Old

2011-01-08T11:58:00.001-05:00

The pups are now five weeks old. Eating, sleeping and playing are their main activities. The are now 2 lbs and growing.

Caper's Puppies are Four Weeks Old

2011-01-02T21:11:00.000-05:00

Hard to believe that the pups are now 4 weeks old. All are tipping the scale a little over 900 grams.
The are eating with some help and are finishing their bottle feeding this week.

Now on to soft kibble and no bottles. Yeh!
Thanks to Kathy for all the great small bottles. We went through 140 bottles over the month... Dave says lots more than that!

Caper's (Aidan) Pups are Two weeks Old

2010-12-18T07:34:00.000-05:00

We are so glad to say that Caper's pups have grown this week.
Pixie is 490 grams Dixie is 420 grams and their brother Yogi Bear is 440 grams.
Thanks to Aidan's good care of the pups. They are still bottle feeding and taking more formula in each time.

Caper's pups now Aidan's pups are 9 days old

2010-12-13T07:29:00.001-05:00

Caper's pups now Aidan's pups are 9 days old and are now up in weight since birth.
We hope they are out of the woods... many thanks to our whippet mom Aidian loaned to us by Steve and Paul at Freckashpeng Kennels in Winchester Ontario. http://www.freckashpeng.com/

Caper's Pups are Born by C-section

2010-12-07T03:22:00.002-05:00

On December 4 th Caper's pups were born by c-section at Crossing Bridge Vet Clinic. Many thanks to Dr. Dorit Fischler, Amy, and Dr. Nunn for the safe delivery of a boy and two girls.
We have had problems with Capers as far as nursing and needed a replacement Mom. We were bottle feeding and not getting much sleep for two days so when Dr. Fischler recommended this breeder to foster the pups we were relived and very grateful.
A special thanks to Kathie for all her support and care. An extra special thanks and love to Dave, who without his love and support for me and these pups this would not be possible.

Puppies are now Seven Weeks Old

2010-11-28T06:40:00.001-05:00

This next week is important for social development. They are learning from Mom and the other adults how to act and behave with other dogs. Of course it doesn't help if Rachel just lets them eat from her bowl. Denali growls at them to stay away from his food.
Lenny is meeting his big sister Zoe today. It has been a while since Zoe had young puppies around her.
As you can see by these great photos by Craig, Zoe and Lenny got along great.

Puppies are six weeks Old

2010-11-21T08:21:00.001-05:00

Lenny and Logan had a long week without Mom to nurse them. They are eating more baby food than puppy food and want to play more with the big dogs than eat.
They just love to play with Rachel and Holly.
All of our big dogs have checked them out. Logan still tries to nurse with any dogs he sees. Tonto is not too pleased with Logan trying to nurse with him.

Puppies are Five Weeks Old

2010-11-13T21:12:00.000-05:00

Lenny and Logan are just five weeks old, but already they are very mobile and want to explore everything.

Logan is more vocal but Lenny wants out to follow Mom. Avril is getting very tired of being in the crate with them. After all they now have a full set of baby teeth. Ouch!

Puppies are Four Weeks Old

2010-11-06T07:10:00.002-04:00

Hard to believe that just a month ago Lenny and Logan were just born and couldn't see or hear.

Look what they are up to now.

Now walking and playing with toys and each other. They are both over 2 lbs and growing well.

The Pups are Three Weeks Old

2010-11-01T06:36:00.000-04:00

The pups are three weeks old and growing big. Lenny is 1060 grams and Logan is 920 grams.

Lenny also has a new family and will also have another Dachshund Zoe to play with.

Logan will be staying with us for a while longer after Lenny goes to his new home at 9 weeks.

Lenny has Puppy Dreams

2010-10-14T23:14:00.001-04:00

Five days old and dreaming away... not a care in the world.
I wonder what he is dreaming about?

A special thank you to Katie for naming our new puppy Lenny.

So Lenny and Logan are the names and thanks to everyone else that came up with great names

New puppies Logan and ?

2010-10-10T14:13:00.001-04:00

We still haven't come up with a name for our second male dog. We picked Logan (pictured on the right) since it is after Mt. Logan the highest mountain in Canada. We saw it last year when we also saw Mt. Denali and that is what Logan's Dad is named after.

Logan is the black & tan boy. Still looking for names... suggestions welcome.

Sad News

2010-10-09T14:20:00.000-04:00

We are sorry to say the girl puppy died this afternoon. After crying more this morning she was having problems... and passed away after working on her for a long time.
We are very sad to lose her.

Avril has Three New Puppies

2010-10-09T08:41:00.003-04:00

The pups were born this morning at 5:38 am. Mom and a girl and two boys are doing great.
The largest male is 206 grams and the female is the smallest at 150 grams. All are nursing well.
Many thanks to Kathy Andrew a friend and a 35 year neonatal nurse for all her help and support.
Also to Bev in Stacy MN who was waiting by the phone for news for the last few days.

Avril Expecting Puppies

2010-10-02T07:09:00.001-04:00

We are happy to let you know that Avril is expecting 3 to 4 puppies due Oct 10 th
It will be a busy Thanksgiving for us.
We didn't plan to have another litter but Capers was also bred this week. After a year waiting for her to go into heat and six months waiting at our breeder in the States.
Capers was bred with Midway and Avril was bred with Denali.
Both boys are black and tan.
We don't have any owners on our waiting list so far. We don't plan to have the web camera up this week but have Skype in the room. So if anyone wants to Skype with video to see the pups can contact us at Chocolatkennels account on Skype.

Thank You

2010-09-16T02:49:00.000-04:00

We had the best Wiggle Waggle ever for donations wow $750 all to help the Ottawa Humane Society.
A very big thank you to everyone who came to walk and to all family and friends who made donations.
http://www.metronews.ca/ottawa/local/article/629855--in-pictures-wiggle-waggle-walkathon

You can download our team pictures at
http://www.zoomphoto.ca/viewphoto/13339-101-12650883/6/

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon 2010 Sept 12

2010-09-06T11:01:00.002-04:00

Please join us, with dogs, family and friends to the 22 nd Wiggle Waggle Walkathon
This year it is in a new location just across from the RA Centre. We will be parked in the general parking lot.
This year we will have lunch after the walk at a location close by so bring your lawn chairs. It will be fun to see all the dogs this year. We will be doing the 2k walk this year. Please meet us at the photo tent for our team photo. I will have T-shirts for everyone. Let me know if you need one and what size.
Thanks again for all your support.

The schedule is

Thursday, September 9

Pre-registration and kit pick up from 6 to 9 p.m. at:
•RA Centre — Grand Hall 2451 Riverside Drive
•Running Room — 1518 Merivale Rd. (City View Plaza)
Note that animal companions are not allowed inside either these pre-registration locations.

Saturday, September 11
Pre-registration and kit pick up from noon to 4p.m. at:
•Walk site – Riverside Drive across from Ra Center

Sunday, September 12 – Iams Wiggle Waggle Walkathon Day!
8:30 – 10:30am Registration Open
Online registrants: kit pick up (and cash pledge drop off if applicable)
In-person registrants: register, kit pick up and cash pledge drop off
8:30am Event activities begin, including:
•VIP Tent
•Puppy Picasso
•Pet photos
•Pet Pavilion Marketplace
•Family Fun Zone
•K9 Fun Zone
•Fido's Finds Yard Sale
•BBQ Lunch and refreshments available on site
•Dog Wash
8:30 – 11:30am Silent auction
10am 2km and 5km walks
11am Contests on the BOB FM stage
Bring your own refillable water bottle and please recycle using the bins provided!

We are meeting for an early lunch just 5 minutes away at 156 Mountbatten Ave (Dave's Mom place)

Since it might rain 40% we can have our lunch inside. If the weather is good we will have lunch in the back yard. It is a large backyard but not fenced. Please bring a lawn chair.

In Google here are the directions to 156 Mountbatten

View Larger Map

"Wiggle Waggle Walkathon Parking"

1.Head west350 m

2.Turn right toward Regional Road 19/Riverside Dr N140 m

3.Take the 1st right onto Regional Road 19/Riverside Dr N1.6 km

4.Turn right at Pleasant Park Rd600 m

5.Take the 3rd right onto Cavendish Rd120 m

6.Take the 1st right onto Mountbatten Ave Destination will be on the right140 m

156 Mountbatten Ave Ottawa, ON K1H 5V7, Canada

Dexter Update

2010-07-27T06:37:00.000-04:00

It was great to see the latest pictues of Dexter. He looks so much like his Mom Avril.

Kingston Dog Show Saturday June 18 2010

2010-06-19T23:43:00.004-04:00

We are pleased to announce that Tonto got his Canadian Championship today at the Kingston dog show. Denali was there too but the judge liked Tonto better.
Thanks to Dorit for the great photos.

Need a Home for a Rescue Pup

2010-05-09T01:20:00.004-04:00

We are new Foster parents to a sweet boy Frankie. Frankie came to our home tonight as a temporary home. He is 10 months old, fixed and has a sweet temperament.
He did have an incident in his first home with a seven year old child, when they were left alone together. I don't have an issues with him but we can't keep him. Let me know if anyone is looking for an older pup. He is sable colour with a very cute face. He has had all his shots for his first year. He was microchiped tonight just before coming to our home.
Frankie never learned to share or trade. He will need training so to work well with others when it comes to his toys and food.
Training will be the key to his success in a family.
Call me if you know of anyone. 613-296-4610
Thanks
Shirley

Maple Update

2010-04-30T02:32:00.003-04:00

Here is an update from Josée about Maple.
"A quick update on Maple, we finally got her spayed on Friday and she’s doing really well. You can barely tell she just had surgery – what a trooper!"

Dexter Update

2010-04-30T02:20:00.007-04:00

This is an update on Dexter from Dominic.
"Dexter is doing so amazing, he's so adapted to lily and our home, and our everyday activities he's simply a pleasure to have around and he makes us all so happy.
He had his second vaccination on monday, he's gained .75 of a pound, like the vet said slowly but surely he'll grow into his body.
He's eating very very well, it's a battle at dinner time for the dogs because lily wants dex's food, and dex wants her food. But he knows where his food dish is, and he rarely strays from it until his food is finished. He loves lily so much and follows her around and watches everything she does. It was a a rough few days because all he wanted to do was cuddle and play with her, but she didn't know what to think of him, boy that certainly changed. When lily wakes up in the morning she used to run down the hall and jump on me, she wakes up at 7 with jennifer, and i'm up at 6 am with dex, but now she runs down the hall to see dex and play with him. As i type this they're both trying to sit on my lap."

Ruby Update

2010-04-30T02:12:00.002-04:00

Here is an update on Ruby from Toni
"Both Stanlee and Ruby are doing great! Ruby got her second booster last week, and it went wonderful, no problems at all! She goes in for her last one at the end of may and goes into get fixed in August.
It's was cute, Stanlee doesnt like it when he cant see her, he goes on a mission to find her, I found that out at the vet. Ruby was on the table and Stanlee was on the ground! He just went around the vet table looking for her until she was done!"

2010-04-16T01:02:00.004-04:00

Here is another great picture from Anne Armitage with a great story to go along with it about Bailey.

Bailey had passed away in 2009 at 8 years of age from a heart attack. Bailey was a large 140 lb Bernese Mountain dog loved by a family with two small children. The children were too young to understand about death and were told that when they say a star, it was Bailey in heaven watching over them. Hence the star in the painting.

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You know Anne does such great work it brings tears to my eyes when I see the pictures of my pups so life like in her painting. I know this story brought tears to me too.

Dexter at Home

2010-04-07T21:57:00.007-04:00

After a long trip Jennifer and Dexter made it home.

Dexter is getting along with Lily and with new proud Dad Dominic

Dexter Visit with Houdini and Family

2010-04-07T21:48:00.007-04:00

Jennifer visited us this past Monday to pick up Dexter. It was so nice to visit Houdini's family (also from Newfoundland) too for a quick visit with Laurie, Kevin and Debbie and of course Houdini.

Ruby at Home

2010-04-07T21:45:00.001-04:00

Ruby and Stanlee are getting along great. Great sleeping buddies.

Ruby is Home

2010-04-03T07:14:00.006-04:00

Ruby went to her new home yesterday. Congratulations to Toni, Jeff new parents and big brother Stanlee to Ruby (Athena).

Have a great Easter !

Ruthless

2010-03-29T11:55:00.005-04:00

I had a chance to try Ruthless Hot sauce the other weekend. Wow ever great!
Just take a look at their logo to see why I have added them to our blog
http://www.ruthlesshotsauce.com/

The Last Week with the Pups

2010-03-29T10:58:00.004-04:00

The puppies visited Dave's Spinning Class after their visit with the seniors. They gave lots of kisses to all.

Hard to believe that this is the last week with the pups. They grew up so fast! The are now playing with the older dogs and Rachel who is 6 months old adores Dexter (Apollo).
He can hold his own with her and she has taught him so much about play bow and sharing toys.

Rachel and Denali Picture

2010-03-28T07:43:00.002-04:00

We are thrilled to show you the wonderful picture that Anne Armitage did of Rachel and Denali.

If you want to commission a print of your dog and cats go to her websitehttp://www.pictureperfectpets.ca/

We love all the work she has done for us and recommend her highly.

Sunday Morning Visit

2010-03-21T10:10:00.006-04:00

This was the first day of visiting to the seniors residence. Apollo and Athena did so well. They gave lots of kisses and so much joy and laughter to the residents and staff.

Kitt was the first to see the pups this morning, she is almost 100 and very used to pets. She misses her own pet very much. Laura and my Mom just loved them too and they soon had all the dinning room patrons and staff waiting to hold them.

Catching Up with Pictures and Video

2010-03-19T17:39:00.012-04:00

Apollo and Athena have moved downstairs to the family room. They are still in a puppy playpen but now have a small crate inside where they love to go to sleep.

They are now 2.7 and 2.5 lbs and eating well. They are on soft food with baby kibble, and drinking water now. Mom (Avril) gave up on nursing this week, a hard time for babies and Mom.

The Web Cam has to be fixed to be wireless again so for now the web cam is down... sorry.

Here are some of the many pictures and videos we have taken over the last week and a half.

The pups are now outside for the first time with the warmer weather. Apollo also did his first pee outside and Dave got it on video

We are getting a lot of emails and calls about puppies. Just to let you know Apollo and Athena have homes already, but we plan to breed Capers later this Spring in hopes of more puppies later this Summer.

New Family for Athena

2010-02-28T07:02:00.012-05:00

Stanlee looks forward to being a big brother to Athena

Jeff, Toni and Stanlee (2 year old dachshund) are the new puppy family for Athena.

Saturday Feb 27 Puppies walking well sort of

2010-02-27T15:19:00.005-05:00

Feb 24th

2010-02-24T22:57:00.001-05:00

Puppies are Three Weeks Old

2010-02-22T11:25:00.002-05:00

Now the pups are moving about, just getting up on their legs. So cute.

Avril is spending some down time out of the whelping box.

They are now 770 grams for Athena and 740 grams for Apollo.

The Pups are Two Weeks Old

2010-02-15T17:01:00.004-05:00

Two weeks today the pups were born. Now both weighing over a pound they are very health and happy with Mommy Avril. You can tell how relaxed she is with Athena in this picture.

Athena loves to sleep under the covers.

Apollo is first to Open his Eyes

2010-02-13T02:28:00.006-05:00

Tonight was a special night for Apollo. He was the first of the pups to open his eyes.

They are not any colour yet just baby dark blue.

His other first was the pups nail trim. The small little nails develop hooks that have to be trimmed every week or more. It is best for Avril to trim so she doesn't get too scratched when the pups nurse.

Erica visits the Puppies

2010-02-07T06:47:00.003-05:00

Erica came over yesterday to see the puppies and Avril was great with her holding them.

Athena is now a big 329 grams and Apollo is catching up at 251 grams.

Friday Day 5 for the Pups

2010-02-05T09:01:00.002-05:00

Friday day 5 for the pups and they are growing so big!

Athena is 256 grams and Apollo is 193 grams Wow!

Feb 3 2010 update

2010-02-03T10:15:00.003-05:00

The pups are doing well and gaining weight.

Apollo is 156 grams and Athena is 200 grams

Both are nursing great and Avril is now a real pro Mommy

After problems with the web camera last night I have fixed part of the colour problem

New Puppies

2010-02-01T21:44:00.007-05:00

Avril had her two pups this evening at 6:17 pm

A girl and a boy 180 gram and 140 grams

Athena looks like her Mom and Apollo is another dapple too.

None look like Noah though but the dapple is from Avril

Many thanks to Dr. Dorit Fischler and staff at Crossing Bridge who helped with support and waiting it out with Avril.

Thanks also to Bev for all her support and advice too.

It is so great to have healthy puppies.

The web camera is a little off and on

http://www.chocolatkennels.mylinksyscam.com/

Rachel and Denali at 13 weeks

2009-12-12T20:47:00.009-05:00

Rachel and Denali - pictures by Anne

Anne Armatage came over today to take pictures of Rachel and Denali for a painting.

They were such good puppies.

Thanks Anne I am looking forward to another wonderful portrait.

http://www.pictureperfectpets.ca/

Avril and the Pups

2009-12-03T23:39:00.005-05:00

Avril is getting along with Rachel and Denali. If everything goes ok she will be a new Mom in early February. Noah would be the Sire of Avril's pups. Tonto is Avril's Dad.

Rachel and Denali

2009-11-20T11:10:00.009-05:00

Welcome Rachel and Denali
What cute pups
Rachel is chocolate and tan and Denali is black and tan
Many thans to Bev and Paul for these new additions to our kennel.

Maple's New Family

2009-11-16T22:16:00.003-05:00

We are thrilled to announce that Maple has a new family. Keith, Josee and a very special big brother Oscar. Oscar is a close relative to Zoe. He is a nine year old boy, living in the Barrhaven area.

Travel this Week

2009-11-16T11:00:00.004-05:00

We will be flying to Stacy MN to pick up Denali and Rachel from Bev and Paul Schuler.

These are the last breeding pair in a long line of CH dachshunds from our breeder.

We can't wait to bring them home on American Airlines.

Rachel is the chocolate and tan girl and Denali is the black and tan boy.

Picture Perfect Pet

2009-10-19T22:32:00.012-04:00

Anne Armitage did this wonderful picture of our 6 dogs.

Dave and I highly recommend her work. We have ordered extra prints and cards for Christmas

If you want to commission a print of your dog and cats go to her website

http://www.pictureperfectpets.ca/

You can see Anne's work at the Carp Farmers Market Building

Balu

2009-10-19T22:28:00.001-04:00

What a great shot of Balu and Jutta

Thanks

Thanks for Your Support

2009-09-15T09:48:00.011-04:00

What another great year for the Wiggle Waggle Walkathon. We raised over $500 ! What a Team!

Thank you for all your support.

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon Sunday Sept 13 Lunch

2009-09-10T14:38:00.005-04:00

Just a reminder that we will be meeting after the walk for lunch. Bring a lawn chair and please let me know if there are any diet restrictions for lunch.

We will be at the parking lot early Sunday morning to setup and get a table. The Team photo is set for 9:10 AM at the Zoom Photo Tent.

Let me know if you need a T-shirt. 910
Weiner Super Dogs
Stapley, David

Thanks again for all your support and don't forget to bring your waiver form signed.

Shirley & Dave

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon 2009 Sunday Sept 13

2009-08-17T12:30:00.018-04:00

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon Map and directions

Our Official Team Web Page is at
http://www.ohsre.ca/netcommunity/WienerSuperDog

Calling all Wiener Super Dog Team Members and Friends we will be meeting at 9:30 AM Sunday Sept. 13 in front of the Information booth.I need to get all forms to submit before the walk starts. So please bring the sheets to me by 9:30 AM in front of the information booth.I also have T-shirts for everyone so see me before the walk at the Lunch Parking Lot by the traffic circle before 9:15 AM. The lunch/Birthday Party (that we were to have at Wag earlier this Summer) is put on by Dave and myself. If you want to add anything for the lunch, please do so. Contact me for any special food needs. Weather permitting

Avril is Home

2009-08-11T22:33:00.002-04:00

Great news Avril is home and doing well. A little worse for wear but she has started eating and the all important pooping. Dave and I were never so happy to see her go in the backyard.
She is on antibiotics and should see the Vet on Saturday.
We are just so happy she is better

Avril is on the Mend

2009-08-09T23:41:00.004-04:00

Good news Avril is on the mend. She is recovering and should be home late Monday.
She had some problems earlier today but the Dr. said she had a much better afternoon.
Avril is a lot more responsive and wagging her tail.
Can't wait to get her home.
I have thrown out all the blue chew bones.

News about Avril

2009-08-09T04:20:00.006-04:00

It stated earlier this week with Avril not being her usual self. We thought at first she might be starting her next heat and waited to see what she did next. She was off her food over the week, which was so not like Avril that gobbles down everything she has. She would sometimes leave her regular play with her sister Maple and curl up in her bed. Again we weren't sure what to make of her but when she started to throw up later on we knew things weren't right.
Now Avril does find some of the strangest things to eat or play with in the backyard. Field mice, chipmunk and a baby rabbit come to mind, all normal for a dachshund. We just thought she had gotten into something and she would get over it overnight. Well by Thursday we were very concerned. I phoned our Vet at Crossing Bridge Clinic and she said to bring her in right away. I never made it so fast from work to home and then out to the clinic. She saw her right away and x-rayed and started iv fluids and blood work. Within the hour I had news the blood work showed a large infection. She thought there was a blockage and later that day found some evidence of bone, grass and sticks in her poop. The Vet was so great taking her home overnight for observations and more iv fluids and drugs to fight the infection. So by late Friday we were able to bring her home, but still not 100% better. We gave her fluids over the night and we stayed up with her over the night, only to bring her to our bed around 4 am to have her close. She wasn't any better and had thrown up again overnight, losing more fluids and a little bit of food that she had eaten over the last 24 hours.
We rushed her back to the clinic and she was the first to be seen. Again she was started on iv fluids but after a special x-ray was taken to check for another blockage. Nothing we could do but wait to see where the blockage was and see about surgery for her later on in the day.
By 11:30 am it was clear that the blockage was early on in her gut. The x-ray fluid had not moved past her upper GI. She would be in surgery later that afternoon in hopes of finding the blockage. We were unsure what was causing the blockage, maybe cloth or something else she had chewed from the backyard. Again I serched the backyard. Nothing was there that might cause it.
It was just before 3 pm when we got the call that Avril had done well in the operation and a large piece of black hard plastic had been found. It wasn't till later when I got the piece home that I had cut it in half to find the colour of it was really blue. Oh no it was the blue dental chew bones that all our dogs love to chew and often eat and poop blue bits. This time Avril had eaten a too big of chunk. How horrified I was to think we had caused her so much pain for what we thought was harmless. Earlier that week I have just gotten a new shipment of chew bones in from PetEdge. Of course Avril loved to chew just like everyone else would chew right after dinner just like we floss our teeth. She just loved to chew them.
I was in tears to think that we had done this. Poor Avril, we were able to see her before she left with the Vet to stay at her home over the weekend. The new is good that she should recover and be back to her normal self later next week. We cannot thank enough our wonderful Vet Dr. Dorit Fischler at Crossing Bridge for all her hard work with Avril. Dr. Fischler is busy enough with two new litter of her own to care for, let alone taking care of Avril over the weekend. To see more about this wonderful Vet and excellent breeder go to
http://www.keesbrook.ca/CrossingBridgeVetClinic/AboutUs.htm
I will update the blog on news and when Avril comes home early next week.

Birthday Party at Wag 2009

2009-04-26T07:20:00.002-04:00

We are booking the 2009 Wag Birthday Party a bit later this year. The party will take place in June so that Dave and I can recover from our Alaska 25th Aniversary trip in May.

I will send out information on the party in late May. We are looking forward to seeing as many of our past puppies and their families for the party.

Ace is guarding the Camp Site

2009-04-26T07:17:00.001-04:00

It is great to see Ace out camping.

Thanks to Shawn and Ian for sending the photo.

Oliver Pictues and video

2009-02-23T18:17:00.005-05:00

Ohhhhhhhh so cute! Oliver is now 9 months old. Now has the prime spot in front of the fireplace.

Oliver gets his head stuck in a toy.

Happy 3rd Birthday Tonto

2008-12-24T09:26:00.002-05:00

It is hard to believe that Tonto turned 3 years old yesterday.

So cute as a puppy... he stole our hearts right away.

Morgan and Tonto for a walk in the woods

2008-12-24T09:23:00.003-05:00

This is a great picture taken by Kelly of her son Morgan and Tonto on the trail.

They had a great time on the hunt of new things to see.

Thanks Kelly

Bula's Christmas Photos

2008-12-07T12:24:00.004-05:00

Balu is ready for Christmas in his stylish red Santa outfit and hat. Plus an early photo of Jutta and Balu.

First Christmas Picture of Houdini and Maple

2008-12-01T06:13:00.003-05:00

These pictures was taken at Bark and Fritz in support of B.A.R.K

Balu's new pictures

2008-12-01T06:07:00.005-05:00

Thanks Jutta for the great new pictures of Balu. Jutta tells me that Balu is now now a proud owner of "doggysteps" to get up and down the couch.

Looks like he is doing a great job of guarding that couch.

Balu

2008-10-26T14:46:00.003-04:00

Some great pictures from Jutta of Balu.

Thanks so much

Oliver cute video

2008-10-08T07:19:00.015-04:00

Thanks to Cindy and Naji for the great pictures and videos of Oliver. Maybe Cindy can give a clinic on dog teeth and care.

Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh so cute!

Oliver out for a walk in the woods.

Fritz and Grace

2008-10-08T07:10:00.003-04:00

Fritz is best friends with his new little sister Grace. Fritz is brother to Ace, Avril, April, Houdini, and Balu.
Thanks Rebecca for the update.

Ottawa Humane Society Weiner Super Dog Team Photo 2008

2008-09-16T13:05:00.002-04:00

Many many thanks to all our team members, two feet or four paws. To all our supports too we would like to thank you for your donations.

We were able to raise over $750 for the Ottawa Humane Society!

We had a great time and a great team!

I will post our pictures and links to Kevin's pictures.

Thank you

Shirley and Dave

Wiggle Waggle Walkathon Map and directions

2008-09-06T07:20:00.005-04:00

Calling all Weiner Super Dog Team Members and Friends we will be meeting at 9:30 AM Sunday Sept. 7 infront of the Information booth.
I need to get all forms to submit before the walk starts. So please bring the sheets to me by 9:30 AM in front of the information booth.
I also have T-shirts for everyone so see me before the walk at the Lunch Parking Lot by the traffic circle before 9:15 AM.
We will start walking at 10 AM so if you are late please try to meet up with us along the 2K route.
After we finish there will be time to see the different booths and if you want a goodie bag for your dog it is best to come before 9:30 since they run out very fast and the line up is very long.
We will provide lunch at the parking lot close to the traffice circle (see the smaller map)
Please bring a chair for the lunch. We will try to get an extra picnic table.
Thanks again for all your support. This year will be the biggest and best Weiner Super Dog Team going!

Directions: if you are coming from the West End go along Baseline to Prince of Wales and turn left on to Prince of Wales Drive. When you come to the traffice circle go around 3/4 way (third exit)to Ncc Scenic Dr and take the first right on Birch Dr. The parking lot is just behind the first building to the right.
We will be there from 8:30 AM to get setup.

Balu swimming in a Lake (Palmerston Lake)

2008-09-02T19:41:00.006-04:00

Great pictures of Balu swimming in Palmerston Lake.

Thanks Jutta for the great pictures.

Maple on Vacation

2008-08-30T07:08:00.006-04:00

Before Maple goes to her new home in the US, we thought she should come on a Wine Vacation with us. She is a really good traveler and will do well on her flight next month to our US breeder Bev and Paul Schuler. We will find it hard to say goodbye to her but we know she is going to a great show dog home.

Lilly at PEI beach

2008-08-29T20:02:00.002-04:00

Thanks to Kelly for the great picture of Lilly (from Harley and Reese (Jelly Bean) litter.

Lilly is enjoying the beach on PEI.

July 28 2008 Pups at 8 weeks old

2008-07-28T18:54:00.006-04:00

The pups are out and about with the big dogs. All are doing well playing together.

Sunday July 20 Pups starting their 7th week

2008-07-20T13:29:00.004-04:00

The pups have had lots of visits this weekend. Just resting between visits we have Java on the left, Maple in the middle and Oliver on the right.

July 18 the pups are starting their 7th week

2008-07-18T10:52:00.005-04:00

Now at the start of their 7th week the pups are very active.

Oliver is on the top photo and Java on the bottom.

Zoe swimming in Little Lake in Peterborough

2008-07-09T16:31:00.003-04:00

Zoe is enjoying her Summer swimming in Little Lake in Peterborough

Monday July 7 2008 More Videos

2008-07-07T17:30:00.004-04:00

Oliver and Java playing together

Sunday July 6 Pups starting their fifth week

2008-07-06T07:42:00.005-04:00

It is now fun to watch the pups play together. They are eating more pablum with soaked soft baby kibble, but sometimes they try to chew the dry kibble. They have teeth now and Mom is still wanting to nurse, by the time their teeth have grown in she may not want to nurse anymore.

Canada Day July 1st

2008-07-01T17:21:00.002-04:00

Sunday June 29 2008 Puppies walking

2008-06-29T08:14:00.003-04:00

Java and Oliver walking together.

June 28 Pups are three weeks old

2008-06-28T09:27:00.004-04:00

All pups are walking now.

Most start backing up before they start going forward. From left to right Java, Oliver and Maple.

Monday June 23

2008-06-23T12:59:00.004-04:00

Just a few videos of the pups this morning. On a rainy day it is nice to sleep in.

June 20 2008 Pups are two weeks old

2008-06-20T07:30:00.006-04:00

They now have their eyes open. All are moving very fast around the pen.

Java is now 450 grams and Oliver and Maple are both 400 grams.

Pictures from the top Maple, Oliver and Java

June 19 2008 Oliver first to open his eyes

2008-06-19T08:48:00.002-04:00

It is hard to tell from this picture, but Oliver is the first to open his eyes. Just a little but by the end of the week they all should be open. To focus may take a week from now.

In this picture Oliver is sleeping on top of Java and Maple is in front.

Sunday June 15 Pups over 250 grams

2008-06-15T09:14:00.009-04:00

Happy Fathers Day !

Hard to believe the pups have doubled their weight since birth. Java (girl dark and tan) is 290 grams , Oliver is 250 grams and 250 grams for Maple (girl chocolate and tan).

In this picture Oliver is on top of Java sleeping and keeping warm, while Maple is having a snack with Mom.

The ruler is there to show how big they have grown.

The names for the girls, Java and Maple are just there so we can call them something. Their names will be given to them by thier families.

Friday June 13 Pups are one week old

2008-06-13T16:09:00.003-04:00

They won't open their eyes or ears until the end of next week.
The pups are growing now over 200 grams. They love to be with Mom and are not happy when I trim their nails, or just holding them.

Video of pups feeding June 11

2008-06-11T10:07:00.003-04:00

Mom is making sure they are all clean.

Monday June 9 - Day 4

2008-06-09T10:08:00.011-04:00

Oliver and below Chocolate Girl

Dark & Tan Girl

The pups have all gained in the last day by 10 to 15 grams. Oliver is getting his extra bottle every 4 hours now. He didn't need it every two hours since he was sleeping and gaining weight.

From left to right - Dark & Tan Girl - Oliver - Chocolate Girl

This is the best time to take pictures since when they wake up they move very fast to get to the best spots to feed.

Balu is also a Therapy Dog

2008-06-08T08:41:00.003-04:00

Balu owner Jutta tells me "He started a job as a therapy dog at a nursing home... he has a job now I joke! Yea, the seniors love him, he visits, they pet him, he runs around and brightens their day. Sometimes he goes to sleep with a senior on their bed. When we walk into the senior's home they are like: "Oh, there is BALU!!!!"
Great news on Balu will post pictures soon.
I sent on to the newsletter of the Eastern Canada Dachshund Club the news about Zoe and Balu and of course the news about Holly puppies.

Sunday June 8 Day 3

2008-06-08T08:12:00.008-04:00

All the pups have gain since yesterday. Oliver gained 10 grams and started bottle feeding well.

He gets both his Mom's milk and a rich formula.

Holly has settled down now and she started eating cottage cheese. She turned down salmon and lamb yesterday, but ate ice cream no problem.

Saturday June 7 Day 2

2008-06-07T07:20:00.006-04:00

All the pups and Mom are doing well. The boy has learned early that he can be pushed out from the prime feeding spots. He did not gain from birth where his sister all gained 5 grams.

We have started to put him on the best spot before his sister do and we will be giving him the rich goats milk formula today. Holly is doing a great job as Mom.

The First Pictures

2008-06-06T12:52:00.003-04:00

Holly and pups are doing well. The babies know where the milk is and are having lunch.