Mom came into the rescue with 12 puppies who were only a day old. About 9 days later, Mom stopped nursing and Foster Mom had to step in and take over. For over 3 weeks, Victoria, family and friends bottle fed 12 puppies. They all survived. That in and of itself is a miracle. How Victoria ever survived is still a miracle to us today as she was the one person who bottle fed every single time. Sometimes she had help but at 3am she was up by herself taking care of them.

Now, the pups have all gone to their homes and Alexia is from that litter that are alive because of the dedication of one woman.

 

25 Nov 2006

Hi Victoria,

They are looking more like dogs and less like puppies although they are all puppy!!! We have fallen so in love them too. They bring us lots of joy and love. When I have had a rough day at work, the minute I walk in the house and they greet me… all my troubles go away. I hate having to leave for work the next day… I would rather stay home and play with them.

The puppy kindergarten is coming along really well… they are very intelligent dogs and learn very quickly too.

Today I had our carpets cleaned… everywhere! Rudy and Molly are learning and getting much better at house training. They are on a definite schedule of when they need to go outside and we are learning their schedule. Actually, just last night, they went 6 hours without any accidents and woke me up to go outside. I was so impressed with them.

They have ‘killed’ all their toys and today and I bought them new chew toys that make the funniest noises. Rudy and Molly tilt their heads when the ‘squeaker’ goes off in their mouth… really funny. We are trying to teach them about ‘fetch’ with a tennis ball.

How are the other puppies doing? Are you in contact with the other owners too?

Well… that’s it for now… more news to follow in the next couple of months.

May you and your family have a warm and wonderful holiday season and New Year too!

Shari

 

27 Dec 2007

Happy New Year!

I wanted to let you know that both Rudy and Molly have graduated from advanced dog training and doing just great. They love hiking and romping in the fields chasing whatever moves! But... they come right back when called... nice!

Their favorite place to be is any where we are and love to give very wet kisses all the time. They have been to dog beach in Huntington Beach and love the waves. They are especially curious of any dog that is under 5 pounds... they run away from the little things but love the chase just the same.

Hope you are doing well and taking care of the many other puppies that need your love and support...

Always,

Shari

Molly & Rudy  were two of Abie's pups.