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3/10/2013

 
Oops, accidently published before doing the word stuff. Will hope to get back later with the words. School run beckons.
Back again. First some updates, starting with three pups from Dolly's Cavapoo litter who left us around five weeks ago.
The first is Molly over in Jersey. Thanks Andy and Lynne for the updates, video and photos of your Molly. Especially like the email that came with the photos, which I have copied below.

Hi Jane,
video to follow.
Love her, love her, love her!!!!
Regards
Lynne & Andy
And heres the video of Molly.
Next is Molly's sister Dotty. Thanks for the updates Caroline and great to hear how your daughters are bonding with her.
Hi Jane!
Hope all is well your end! Just thought I'd let you know that we're changing to Millie's wolfheart dog food as they were EXTREMELY helpful and it has sorted the loose stool situation. And that Dotty is fabulous still-she's growing fast (and looks identical to your pics of Treacle)! Was so proud as yesterday my daughter Annabel, aged 9, who had severe cynophobia in the past, went (fairly) confidently into the ring and trained Dotty for the whole hour session-including a fantastic recall performance-their bond is obvious, and so very special for us to see!
Best wishes
Caroline x

Picture
Dotty
Last but not least from Dolly's last litter is  Darcey. Thanks Karen for the updates and photos.

Hi Jane,

Sorry we haven't been in touch, we waved goodbye to Cary's exchange partner this morning and I must confess I am reeling ! As you can see Darcey is just fabulous! I have had to tell someone this morning that we will not be breeding from her, the lady was almost in tears!

She continues to delight everyone who meets her, she has zero problems with other dogs and is a star with children. She starts puppy classes on 1.10, but already knows sit, stay and down.

Everyone who meets her comments on her looks and they must think I am heartless mummy when I say but they are all like her!

We have had gardeners in this morning and she demonstrated her fearlessness by watching while they used a power saw!

Hope all is well at Pound Lane and love to all of you!

Karen
Next tonight is Poppy who is from Dolly's Cavapoo litter 2011 and she is a full sister to the three above but not obviously from the same litter. Thanks Julie for these cute photo's and update. Always good to hear from you. I think a lot of dog owners will know the 'look' you mention and recognise it from the photo.

Hi Jane
Thought I'd send you a couple of photos of Poppy, including one taken by my daughter capturing what we now call 'the look'. This look is used by Poppy on various members of the family in order to get what she wants and is used to ask for different things from each of us. She uses it on me whenever I'm in the hall with my keys for an extra walk or just to come with me, on my husband for a taste of something he's eating and with my daughters to be on their laps while doing their homework at the kitchen table (not the most efficient way of getting homework done!). As you can see from the photos it is pretty hard to resist.
She continues to be an absolute delight and I honestly can't get over how much we all love her. I take her up to Durham on the train to visit my parents as her appearance really perks up my dad who has dementia. He'll often get mixed up with who I am but never forgets who Poppy is!
Best wishes and a big get well hug for Reggie.

Julie and family x



Last update now with Jenson who had his first Birthday just over a week ago on the 22nd August. Thanks Nadine for this group of photo's of Jenson.

Hi Jane,
Firstly, we wish Reggie a speedy recovery, we're sure he'll be back to his usual sprightly self really soon.
Thank you for the birthday wishes for Jenson. We had a lovely day celebrating with him yesterday.
Please see attached for some recent photos of Jenson. He is a gorgeous dog, really lively and such a character. When we go for a walk inevitably someone stops us to ask what breed he is or comment on how handsome he is... which, though biased, we always agree!
Love to you and your family.
Nadine, Ben, Lula and Jenson x

I just would like to say at the end of the updates tonight. Reggie is back fighting fit and thank you for all the get well wishes for him. Much appreciated.
Ysobel pups are now just over nine weeks old and all will have their lastfull weekend with us this weekend and the next weekend they will of all flown the nest. Their second vaccinations are booked on the next Wednesday and I am busy getting their puppy packs ready for them to join their families. Ysobel has done a grand job yet again of raising her pups and they are ready for the off. The first group of photos are over the last few days.
The next group of photos are of the pups today just after going out in the rain, hence Charlie looking a bit wet and curly. These four pups have got real Teddy Bear coats.
Because its getting a bit late just a few words on activities at Poundlane. Firstly breeding from Smudge with Reggie is not yet written in stone and a few second thoughts are creeping into the old grey matter and when you see the photos below of Smudge and Henry together you might understand.
Smudge is not just a good looking dog, if temperament was measured  on some sort of scale she would be exceptional. From a pup just days old it was evident she just was very happy being close to humans and happily would lie  in your hand relaxed on her back Like her Mum when you touch her you can see that it instantly relaxes her. I'm pretty sure we will only breed one more litter from Smudge and this litter I will want to retain at least one if not two pups. So I'm thinking I might be kicking my self if I don't breed her with Henry. That would mean not going on her heat around December time but waiting until the later part of 2014.
Crossing with the Brittany which is a more lively breed it is best to use the most soundest of tempered Cavaliers, as we attempt to breed a healthier Cavalier type spaniel. Although Henry is also a very affectionate dog who sleeps most of the time on his back, which shows he is not to stressed about much. He also loves human contact and very bright  at six months old already knows how to open most doors in the house, can ask (bark) on command,sits, lies, leaves an object on the word leave and retrieves. Nearly forgot that he also kisses on the command, "Kiss, Henry." Unless I have been just terrible fortunate I think the Brittany may prove to be the right cross. Very low average breeding coefficient in this breed and  four generations back on Henry's pedigree he has eight relatives with unknown parentage on his Dads side. No noticeable line breeding on Dads line but a line coming through on the Dams side with her parents being second cousins. Believe me for a purebreed he is about as good as it gets for genetic diversity.
I did say just a few words and it is getting late, so will try and wind it up for now. I think a Smudge, Henry litter might be a good mix, just concerned about to much white and maybe a pirate or two, which is when their is only coat colour over one side of the face over and around the eye but that is just aesthetics.
I know next year I can put my hand on my heart, all health tests okay that Jessica will have a litter of first cross Cavapoo f1's but still not so sure on other litters. Once Ysobel's pups have left we will get on with getting MRI scans done for the rest of the pack and that will also give me some help in making the next moves with breeding from our dogs. Some may of noticed a new page, The POUNDLANE Spaniel. This page I will hope to soon get thoughts and an outline of what I am trying to achieve and for those who think you can't breed without a wriiten standard I'm going to give you one, admittedly a vague one but it neither the less will be a place I will strive to arrive at, a spaniel happy and healthier than the pure Cavalier.
Now I must go leaving you with photos of Henry looking a bit like a Beagle or is that a bit like a Irish Red and White Setter.
Nearly forgot these funny photos our son Bert took of Treacle and Henry snuggled up together. They are real mates, as the photos bear out.
Finally because I have had such lovely email updates lately and from some who before having a pup from me, have either never had any pet or never a dog as a pet and are realising the bond is much stronger than they imagined that connects between a dog and a human. I finish tonight on this touching quote, "Until one has loved an animal, a part of the soul remains unawakened", by Anatole France.  
Tracey
5/10/2013 01:02:28 pm

Hello Jane,
Thank you for the lovely photos! I have to agree with you they really do look like they have teddy bear coats, so I guess I will now have two teddy bear dogs! So many people comment on Roxy's soft teddy bear coat & how she looks like she should be on the shelf in Clintons. I'm sooo excited I feel like a big kid all over again! I can't wait to give Charlie BIG hugs & kisses he looks adorable & so cute I'm over the moon he was the only one left. As I have said before he was the one I really wanted from the start! Every time someone came to choose I was hoping Titch wouldn't be picked. Friday can't come quick enough as we will get to meet him & have a little cuddle & what's nice we are only staying just down the road. In the process at the moment of sorting out his insurance....I cant believe how much more he is to insure, he is nearly double the insurance with the same company that insure Roxy. I'm also led to believe that boys are more to insure than girls. I guess what makes it worse is I like a policy that is no less than £7000 & ongoing condition as in the event of a claim, depending on the claim you can soon eat into a £4000 policy! I'm sure all will be sorted soon & talking of the word "soon" see you some time early evening on Friday. Looking forward to seeing you again.

Best Wishes

Tracey, Paul, Jodie & the super dooper Roxy :-) xxxx

Caroline
6/10/2013 10:15:31 am

Hi Tracey
I know exactly how you're feeling. We are too really excited about our little Dexter coming home.
I'm guessing you've done your homework on the best pet insurance. Do you mind me asking which company you have chosen to go with?.
You must be quite experienced as you already have Roxy. This will be our first ever puppy so we are very excited and a little bit anxious. I've read lots of books because I want to do everything right for little Dexter. He's starting puppy training very soon so hopefully I will get lots of good advice from the leader. The class leader is very good and really loves all the dogs that go to her classes.
Hope you will be very happy with your little Charlie.
Regards
Caroline xx

Tracey
6/10/2013 12:50:49 pm

Hello Caroline,
Haven't yet sorted anything for Charlie we are still looking around for the best price. We have Roxy covered with M&S at the moment for £216 but couldn't believe the price of £385 they gave us for Charlie. The price to insure boys is higher Apparently so we are still looking around however, we will have something sorted before the end of the week ,as I want the policy to start on Sat because no Ins company will let you claim in the first two weeks! So as soon as we have done so I will let you know who we have decided to go with. Have you read the Perfect Puppy by Gwen Bailey? I found this a great book to read with lots of good information! Dexter will become a BIG part of your life ever so quickly & you will find it very hard to imagine he was never there. I too wish you every happiness with Dexter & look forward to hearing all about what Charlie's brother is getting up to. Oh yeah I nearly forgot a ten minute walk will take a good half hour as Dexter will be the centre of attention lol. Speak to you soon Caroline

Best Wishes
Tracey :-) xx

Jane Howarth
6/10/2013 01:57:22 pm

Hello Caroline and Tracey,

Charlie, Dexter, Bailey and Olive on leaving us will have four weeks free insurance activated with Petplan which covers for veterinary fees up to £4000 for illness or injury.

That's interesting that male dogs are considered an higher insurance risk.


Kind regards

Jane

Caroline
6/10/2013 02:39:49 pm

Hi Jane
That's great about insurance that gives us a little longer to look for suitable insurance after that cover.
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday morning. Will 10am ish be ok for you?.

Hi Tracey
Yes I have been reading Gwen Baileys book, on the advice of Jane when I first rang her. It has been so helpful and I'm sure it will be constantly at hand in the coming weeks.
I look forward too to seeing how Charlie's getting on in his new home.
It has been lovely watching Ysobel and all her puppies from birth to present. Gorgeous!!

Best wishes
Caroline xx

Caroline
7/10/2013 11:23:31 am

Hi! Just thought you might want to know that, after much searching and comparing, we ve gone with John Lewis' pet insurance which covers us for up to 7000 each year and was a considerably better deal than some others!

Caroline C
7/10/2013 12:54:10 pm

Hi Caroline
Thanks. We'll give them a call to see what they can do for us. Another company mentioned was NFU MUTUAL. I'll see what each has to offer.
Regards
Caroline C

Tracey
7/10/2013 01:13:06 pm

Just make sure your policy covers on going illness! :-)

Caroline C (Dexter)
7/10/2013 01:41:46 pm

Hi Tracey
Thanks for that advice. The trainer from the puppy school who has 9 dogs herself, also mentioned that. I think that is why she chose NFU.
I think I should look closely at each of the policies and what they have to offer. It is a bit mind boggling when you start reading through the agreements and what exactly is and is not covered.
Let me know which one you go with.
Not long now!!!
Caroline xx

Tracey
7/10/2013 02:44:03 pm

Of course I will Caroline. As soon as we have made a choice I will let you know darling. I have had a couple of cake orders I have had to get done hence not being able to sit down & go through them. At least we have a bit of time on our side! I can't stop thinking about him, can you? Lol I feel like a BIG kid all over again... Are you collecting Dexter on Sat? :-) xx

Caroline
7/10/2013 03:04:01 pm

Hi Tracey
Yes me too!! So so excited. I can't stop looking at his photos and can't wait to give him a cuddle. It's been a while since we last saw him properly. Yes we are collecting him on Saturday morning. It will take us about 4 hours to drive down to Devon, so we'll probably leave early.
Caroline xx

Tracey
7/10/2013 03:17:14 pm

We going on Friday. & staying just down the road from Jane in a pup she has reconmended so will get to meet Charlie & give him a cuddle on Friday! We will collect him on Sat we just thought it better this way as being in Essex it just makes things easier. Xx :-)

Caroline C
8/10/2013 01:23:50 am

Yes you have a much longer journey than us. We are just outside Guilldford so not quite so far to travel as you.
So I may see you at Jane's on Saturday morning!
Caroline xx

Tracey
8/10/2013 05:04:45 am

That would be nice. May see you at Janes then :-) xx

Caroline N
8/10/2013 12:20:05 pm

Tracey we are also in Essex(Chelmsford) and when we collected Dotty at the end of August she was a dream all the way home-cried for first 10mins then just cuddled and slept on my lap the rest of the way! I can totally understand yours and Caroline's excitement -and your pups will definitely be worth the wait-Dotty is the best thing that's ever happened to our family! X

caroline
8/10/2013 01:05:27 pm

Hi Caroline
Hope the journey home with Dexter goes as well as yours did.
So pleased to hear about how your Dotty has made you so happy.
It has definitely been worth the wait for us. Once I spoke to Jane I couldn't think of getting a puppy from anywhere else and I was prepared for a long wait. All of the stories and updates of all Poundlane puppies are a credit to Jane and David and family.
Caroline C xx

Tracey
8/10/2013 01:48:37 pm

Hello Caroline,
I'm glad Dotty's journey was a good one back to Chelmsford. We are not far from you we are in Hornchurch! I know what you mean with regards to Dotty being the best thing to have happened to you as we feel the same about Roxy.... This is why we have held off for as long as we have before getting another puppy from Jane. We are so pleased with the way Roxy has turned out thought we would go back for seconds lol Only three more sleeps to go before we get to see Charlie & for Roxy to meet her new play mate! We are staying in the pup down the road from Jane & we'll collect him Saturday morning! Woo hoo I feel like a BIG kid lol :-) xx


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