Thanks to David Page photography .
It is a bittersweet time for us at Nearlyheaven as our gorgeous Hungarian Vizsla puppies are now seven weeks old, and soon it will be time for them to leave the nest and go to their new homes.
First they must visit the veterinary surgeon to have their microchip, injections and a health check.
We have tried in the past to take all of the litter in one session but it causes mayhem at the surgery, so we shall take three puppies at a time, this is to keep the vet happy!
Thankfully, the weather has improved and during the daytime the puppies go into their outdoor house which has a fenced garden area to allow them to play.
They have amused us by wanting to curl up in the buckets rather than sleep in their large and comfortable shed. Their antics and play fights are a joy to behold.
Many of the new owners visit their chosen puppy each week to spend some time playing with them.
Mum is no longer living with her brood, they completely strip her of milk in a few seconds and then chase her around trying to obtain a second drink, she soon retreats into the house after her feeding duties are finished!
The adult male dogs are always terrified of the puppies they never accept them until they begin to look like adult dogs!
So much for the brave hunting dogs!
The female Vizsla's all want to "mother" the puppies and play with them.
Blanche cleans and licks her nephews and neices whenever Meg has her back turned! below is a picture of "Deeva" (She is Blanchettes daughter) she has been residing here for a week while her owners were in the UK, she was fascinated by these little creatures, in fact she reverted to being a puppy once again, playing and rolling on the floor with them.
Of course we try to educate our babies prior to them arriving in their new homes, they are using newspaper for their toilet at night and this should help with future house training.
They come into the house to get used to the smells and sounds so that they will not be frightened of new experiences when they leave home.
Our puppies having a party!
The one below is a bit of a Poser!
Finally here is Teddy Bear who was born to the same parents 13months prior to these puppies!
Fabulous blog - they have changed so much in the three weeks since we saw them - we really envy those who have been able to visit weekly.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing you on Monday morning, and hope Florence will be a brave girl at the vets!
Best wishes
Barbara and Alan
Fabulous blog - they have changed so much in the three weeks since we saw them - we really envy those who have been able to visit weekly.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing you on Monday morning, and hope Florence will be a brave girl at the vets!
Best wishes
Barbara and Alan
It has been so lovely to see the pups being looked after so well by Lucia & Sue. We feel so confident that we've chosen a wonderful breeder and that Red has had the best start in life.
ReplyDeleteWe have loved seeing Red most weeks and are very excited about bringing him home! Perhaps we should all get together once a year for the puppies to be re-united!
Hannah & Stu
"Congrats on your new litter Sue. We are still having SO much fun with Lolita. She is a dog with a huge amount of energy, which suits our family very well and also has all the love in the world to give......we couldn't be happier. Hope all is well with you and Lucia"
ReplyDeleteNicole Miller
The puppy is here and is settling very well, already bossing Nelson around and taking his toys. She is very self confident and fit – and gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteKind regards,
Jackie
Hello Sue and Lucia,
ReplyDeleteFreud-Anna is settling well, Nelson is a bit haunted but is very sweet with her. She is very vocal, which he finds quite alarming, but he plays with her very gently. I will send photos as soon as I resolve a problem with my camera.
As predicted, she is not eating well, but I if I mix a little gravy with her dry food she finds it more appetizing. However, she is keen to eat the cat’s and Nelson’s food, so I mustn’t indulge her too much!
She is in splendid condition, a testament to the care she has received from you both – and Meg!
Kind regards,
Jackie