They're All Named

Well, my nieces and nephews are out of the whelping kennel and into the puppy kennels. They are about 7 weeks old and all have names. Now, I know the names but I'm not going to post them up here until I know that they are all out to their raisers in the next couple of weeks. Let's just say...they are all...interesting. But, three of the names that I suggested were used (though I'm pretty sure at least one of those was suggested by more than just me) so I am happy.

Momma comes home in just six and a half weeks! She still hasn't told me about the surprise that she has planned for me this summer. I really wonder what it is. She says that maybe in the next two weeks she'll tell me, but it's so hard for a girl to wait.

A Week with Momma

This past week with Momma being home has been so much fun! I haven't been able to do much in the way of "Pet Ambassador" business, but that's alright. Momma did say that I would get to do some work while she was here.
So far we've taken long walks every morning, I've slept either by her bed or on her bed every night, and have gone to the dog park (but there were no friends there!). But, by far my favourite thing that has happened so far is that my little niece Fienna came over for a couple of hours. She has so much energy! Momma says that I had all that energy at one time, but I dont' believe it. Her favorite game was "Auntie Hilly is a Chew Toy." She would chew all over me! Then when we started to play she would tackle me and hop around just like I would. Momma kept giggling because Fienna reminds her a lot of me. After she left Momma told me how good I was because I was so patient with Fienna.

Fienna with her puppy coat on lying in front of me while I am sitting with my Pet Ambassador scarf

Fienna looking up at me while she is lying in front of me.

Fienna and me sitting in the back yard.

Right now, we're in LA. We had to drive FOREVER to get here. And it was soooo hot that we really couldn't stop for more than a couple of minutes to walk around. I definitely think taking the train was more fun than driving because I could walk around. But I guess I'm not allowed on trains anymore. Ah well, I'm having fun anyway. There's a new kitten here who loves my chew my tail and feet (again, Momma says that I'm being so patient with the little thing) and a crotchety old dog who doesn't like to play. The kitty is fun, but the old dog isn't. But, at least while I am here we are going to the beach. This will be my first time to an off leash dog beach. I'm getting really excited!!!

Also, she says on the last day she's in town she's got a BIG surprise for me. I keep trying to guess what it is. Maybe it's a really tasty treat. *wags tail*

Love and Lab Kisses,

Hilly

Big News

I know that I haven't been posting as much as I should, but I've been super busy being a dog lately. Now, my grandparents are out of town and I've been able to sneak onto the computer to use the internet. And now I have some very exciting news!

First, my momma is coming home for a whole month! She'll be arriving on the second of July and staying until almost the very end! She said that she would take me to every puppy meeting that she could and that we would go on long walks every day and that we might even go camping. But none of that will take up any of our TV and cuddle time. I'll really get to strut my stuff as a GDB Pet Ambassador!

The second piece of news is about one of my nieces. Remember me telling you that it was very unlikely that one of them would come to my puppy group or that I would even get to meet one of my nieces and nephews? Well, I was very wrong! Little FIENNA came to my group the other week! She was specially chosen for her super sweet temperament. *grin* I haven't gotten to meet her yet, but Momma said that she'd try and see if she could puppy sit her for a day so that we can play and I can teach her how to be a good puppy just like me...well, with less distractions. Haha!

I'm waiting eagerly for Momma to come home.

Love and Lab Kisses,
Hilly

My Nieces and Nephews

Hestia snuggling with one of her babies.

 I know it's been a while since I've posted. I've just been so...well, ok I haven't been all that busy. But I have been going to the church with my Grandma Marion whenever I can. My Granddaddy Don says that I'm so good. He came into the office the other day and I didn't move a muscle because I knew I was working. I did get a little excited to see him when we were standing in the actual church, but everyone thought I was cute, so that's ok.

One of Hestia's babies. A little black lab with a white stripe on its chest.

I thought I would give you all an update on my nieces and nephews as well as some pictures (none of which are mine but were all taken by Hestia's momma). They've all gone from the GDB kennels and off to their raising families. I'm still hoping to meet at least one of them, but Momma doesn't think I'll be able to go with her to Fun Day. We'll see though.

One of Hestia's babies at about 4 weeks old. One of her little, yellow labs.

Since they are all out to their raising families I can tell you all their names. Their names Franko, Farley, Fillmore, Finney, Fienna, Freesia, and Fuji. And there is one more, but I just can't remember the name. Some great names thought, from the ones I do remember. I suggested Fillmore and Fuji. Though, there was still a puppy in training named Filly so none of them could be named after me. Haha! I do wish them all the best of luck and I sure hope to all of them graduate one day. As for now my little ones, Auntie Hilly is always proud of you.

Anyway, I leave you with a picture of me laying on my Granddaddy's lap.

Me laying on a lap.

I'm Gonna be an Auntie!

You guys remember my sister HESTIA right? Of course you do! Remember, I told you that she became and official Breeder for GDB.

Hestia in her Breeder scarf. Her Momma and my Momma say that we're almost twins!

 Well, Hestia had her first "date" the other week! Her "date" was with a lab named JOPLIN. My momma says that Joplin is a yellow lab so maybe I'll have some yellow nieces and/or nephews!

The Pregnany Brood Care sheet Hestia's Momma got back from GDB. It says the name of the daddy, when the puppies are due (12 March 2012), when Hestia needs to be back at GDB, and when she should get her ultrasound.

Momma and myself are really hoping that at least one of her puppies (and my nieces and/or nephews) makes their way to us. Or at least, near us. It would be great if someone in my puppy group got one of my nieces or nephews! I'm so excited!!!! The pups are due just eleven days before our second birthday. March is going to be such a great month!

I'll let you know how many pups we can expect as soon as possible. I hope March comes quickly!