Monday, March 31, 2008

DOG SHOWS

The dog show season is kicking off. In April there are 2 shows in Springfield MA and in May there are shows in Maine. Visit www.infodog.com, click on the state and look for the shows. Confirmation shows generally have an AB at the beginning of them and O stands for Obedience. This site has allot of good information. I hope to see some friendly faces at some of them. I will be showing Key in Springfield on April 5th. Holly

Friday, March 28, 2008

OUR NAMESAKE GETTING SO BIG

Here is our beautiful granddaughter and of course our namesake., "Taylor" playing with the pups on Easter day.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

BASKING IN THE SUN

See mom........we can be quiet and good sometimes!! We are here.......soaking up the sun..........

Friday, March 21, 2008

SPRING HAS SPRUNG???


Hi all, they say spring has sprung but to be honest with you it sure doesn't feel like it or look like it up in this neck of the woods!!! We still have tons of snow and the weather is COLD! I can remember many years that we had easter egg hunts in the field in front of my parents house but I have been up there recently and the only place you could hide eggs right now would be in the plowed driveway! Eventually the snow will melt and warmer weather WILL arrive.
Soon we will hear and see all the new birds returning and chirping and flowers peeking thru the earth. And GREEN GRASS instead of white snow. I can't wait and neither can the dogs.
Of course spring comes with additional work...........clean up. It is important to clean up all those little doo doo's that were left out there in the cold. We also treat the ground with some lime as well to help neutralize the area. Just be sure if you do it as well that you keep the dogs off the area until you have had a good rain.
Spring also brings the hatching of ticks. We have allot of ticks in our area. Mostly wood and deer ticks. Be sure to check your puppies if they have been outside. I have had a few reports that ticks are out already..............they must be getting hungry since winter is lasting so long!Remember to use your Frontline, a topical application on the skin.
Another thing to avoid is standing water. Standing water can harbor disease and problems for your dog. Never let your dog drink from mud puddles or standing water. Lepto and giardia are two diseases you dont want.
Now that I have put you all on alert.........LOL.........lets all try to enjoy spring.........the mud........and of course the good weather. Holly

Thursday, March 20, 2008

THE SWEETEST EASTER WISH

Miss Lulu and her mom sent me this darling picture as an Easter wish. I would like to pass it along to all of you. Isn't she just a doll..........or is that a stuffed yorkie......... ??Lulu is the daughter of Abbie and Grady.
HAPPY EASTER TO EVERYONE!!!!!!! Holly

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

KELSI'S BIOPSY NEGATIVE

What a relief. Doc called me and Kelsi's biopsy from the mass they removed from her mammary tissue was benign and negative. It is not cancer. Thank you so much to everyone who showed their support and kept us in your thoughts and prayers. Holly

SECRET AND HER NEW MOM

A few weeks ago TMY made the decision along with Secrets first mom that she was going to stay too little to show and eventually breed. At 7 mo she barely weighed 3 lbs. Of course this decision was difficult. Secret has certainly been a breath of fresh air here at TMY. She is a fiesty, outgoing little girl. Right when we needed it, the very best MOM came thru our door. Carmila lost her beloved yorkie of 12 years a few weeks ago. Since that time she has longed for that forever love and companionship again. We were so happy that she found us and as you can see...........they both look extremely happy. Our blessings and hugs go to them both. HOlly

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KEY, ROSIE, MAX, JASPER AND ZACH!!! ONE YEAR OLD TODAY. Mom is Abbie and dad is Grady. WE LOVE YOU.........

Monday, March 17, 2008

KEY IN HIS JAMMIES.....

I had to take the pics quick. Key was not happy to have his picture taken in his satin jammies......actually it is called a wrap coat. It protects their show coat inbetween baths. He is so cute!

Thursday, March 13, 2008

TOBY

Do any of you remember Toby? He is the son of Libby and Grady born November 2006. He has 3 sisters, Emma, Tia and Maddie. Such a handsome boy!! My understanding is that he just loves the snow. Toby resides with the O'Reileys and his half sister Rosie (Delia babe) in the Portland area. I just love getting updated pics! Holly

ANOTHER KELSI UPDATE

Kelsi is doing fine and seems to be feeling much better. Although she hates to "rest", I am making sure she does. She is eating well and the drains seem to be doing their job. Thanks again for all your support and prayers. Holly

JEORDIE AND DAD

Here is a picture of Jeordie and his new day outside. He lives in southern Maine. Jeordie is the son of Abbie and Grady born Nov. 23rd, 2007. Isn't he just the cutest ever.......!!!! Holly

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

KELSI UPDATE

Kelsi is home with us now. She tolerated the surgery and flew through it with flying colors. Although she is in quite a bit of pain this evening she is really doing well. She has 2 drains in and tons of staples from one end to the other. Doc had to take more tissue than expected. He called it a hyperplasia.........and hopefully it will be benign. The biopsy will be back in 8-10 days.
I am keeping a close eye on her and will give her some protein treats tonight for supper. Thank you to all who sent well wishes and kept her in your thoughts and prayers. I think I needed it more than her..........but tonight we both feel better. Hugs to all........Kelsi and Holly

KELSI SURGERY TODAY

About a week or so ago we noticed a mass on Kelsi's ribcage. We had it checked and she needs to have it removed. We are truly praying that is won't be cancer but we won't know until after the biopsys. Her bloodwork was excellent and her chest x-ray perfect, so today Kelsi is undergoing surgery to have the mass removed. They are calling it a mastectomy because of the mammary glands involved. Please keep Kelsi in your thoughts and prayers that the surgery goes well and that her recovery will be quick. Kelsi is 11 years old and there are many risks associated with her age, however her "young" attitude and good health should aid her in her recovery efforts. Thanks for your support. Holly

THEY DO GROW UP!!

I just can't believe how much they change and how beautiful they are. This is little Fenway. He was born in June '07 via C section to Delia. He was the smallest pup in the litter and just adorable. Look at him now..........9 mo old and a beautiful silk coat and handsome as can be!!!!!!!!! Thanks Meghan and Brad for the pic. Holly

Thursday, March 06, 2008

MY NEW ADDITION!!!!!!!!!!


For my faithful readers, I know you all have been following my Blog and several times I mentioned about waiting on a new arrival. My Michigan trip was a huge success and I am ready now to tell you about it.

Anna has been working with me for 2 years to have a boy for me. Yes, my search has been for 2 years. Many breeder/show folks wont even consider you if you already have a breeding/show program up and running. Anna is 84 yrs old and has been breeding Yorkies, Maltese and Peke's for over 50 years. She has produced many many champions in all of her breeds and is such a wealth of knowledge. Several months ago she thought she had a little boy for me but his bite went off. I think I wrote about this in my Blog, but I had already booked a flight and visit out there so decided to go anyways to spend the week with my mentor. Anyways, to make a long story short, Anna had a 15 month old boy that she was showing. After spending time with me, she decided that she would sell him to me to carry on her lines. She also was truly happy that I will show him and try to finish him to his championship. You see I have some of her line in my girls. I AM SOOOOOOOOO EXCITED!!!!! I have "Sutton" at home with me now. He is a complete doll and I am so happy with him. He has a beautiful rich dark steel blue coat and many confirmational attributes. I can't wait to debut him at some up and coming shows possibly in April. As soon as I get some great pictures of him I will put him on here. For now, here is one that shows his beautiful color. Holly

Wednesday, March 05, 2008

ECLIPSE OF THE MOON





Did you see the eclipse last week. We did and here are a few shots of it.......

Monday, March 03, 2008

OZZIE STYLING........

Ozzie is sure stylin' in his little coat. Mom, Lori is sure doating over this little boy and we don't blame her. Ozzie is the son of Ruby and Grady, and what a handsome boy he is!!! Enjoy. Holly

DELIA HOME FOR A VISIT

Delia has returned back to TMY for a visit. Her new dad is traveling due to work so when he has to be away she comes home. Delia hates the camera so it is really difficult to get good pictures of her. Delia is one of our moms who has produced some beautiful babies. She has a nice silk coat and awesome color. We will be breeding her again around May as she has been on sabbitical since her last litter in June 07. Delia was placed with Mike because she wants to be the "only" dog in the household, however, she is being pretty good tolerating everyone this time, but I bet she will be happy to return to her one on one time with her new dad..........Holly

BATH DAY-PRETTY PUPPIES


Saturdays is always a busy day for us. It's "bath" day. I would love to have a group picture taken when they are all clean, combed and spiffed up........but as you can see........right after they are spit shined they rub and mess themselves back up again........LOL In the first picture some of them are sleeping after their grooming apointment. Enjoy