November 28- Day 53

Well, it's official. The puppies have demedex. It's the same thing that Scarlett has, but it we caught it *really* early, before they lost any hair, so it's easily treatable. They are going through a 3-prong treatment- dip, ivermec, and shampoo. Within a couple of weeks, we should notice a great improvement.

Scarlett has also started her treatment. I can't wait to see how beautifully she turns out.

P'nut is going home next week. I can't believe how quickly time goes.


Stormie


P'nut


L-R: Lola, P'Nut, Todd, Louie, Gino, Stormie (behind Gino)


Stormie


Gino


Lola


Lola (Check out Scarlett's ears in the back ground. She was playing with the puppies)

November 24- Day 49

The puppies are going in on Tuesday for their 9 week vaccinations. All are doing well and growing like weeds. Here are some photos I took today. They are beginning to sprout some sibling rivalry so I'm having to separate them. I think they may need to go to new homes sooner rather than later. Sigh...

Bath time
(L-R: Gino, Todd, Louie, Stormie)

(L-R: Stormie and P'Nut )



Stormie (as seen in the mirror)


Gino



Lola



Louie




P'Nut


Todd


The puppies are going in on Monday for their 9 week vaccinations. All are doing well and growing like weeds. Here are some photos I took today. They are beginning to sprout some sibling rivalry so I'm having to separate them. I think they may need to go to new homes sooner rather than later. Sigh...

Scarlett's hair has all but stopped growing. Hopefully Dr. Beall can give her something to help stimulate the growth. Please keep all of them in your prayers. I hope to get pics up soon.

November 13 Day 38

It was a beautiful day out today, so I took the opportunity to get some good shots of Scarlett and babies.

Here they are!!


1. Lola and Louie seem to be really bonded. They are always side by side. So sweet.


2. Louie


3. Beautiful Scarlett


4. How can you resist those eyes????


5. Her hair is taking its time growing back in, but she is still beautiful!


6. Todd- mmmmm fiber!


7. Gino and Stormy being silly


8. Back off Louie- that's Todd's fiber!!


9. Gino


10. Gino



11. P'nut and Lola


12. Stormie and Lola


13. Todd


14. Todd and Gino with Louie and Lola bringing up the rear


15. Gino and P'nut


16. P'nut has a way of making the other puppies see things her way.


18. Stormie


19. Stormie again


20. Lola

November 10 Day 35

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

We are now accepting applications for Scarlett and her babies. The puppies will not be ready to go to their forever homes until the 1st week of January. We are requiring a 100.00 non-refundable deposit that goes toward the adoption fee. This is to encourage serious applicants only.

If you are interested, go to www.gulfcoastdachshundrescue.org to fill out an application.

Adopting a Puppy:
At this point, fill out an application for any puppy. Once you are approved, we will discuss which personality will fit better in your family.

I'm looking forward to hearing from everyone very soon!

In order to adopt you must meet the following criteria:

All current pets must be spayed or neutered
All current pets must be current on vaccinations, heartworm and flea preventative .
Must have a fenced yard
A homevisit is required
Personal references are required
Vet reference is required
Contract is required

November 6 - Day 31

Scarlett was spayed today. She did very very well. The puppies got their first set of vaccinations and another round of wormer. We are still fighting that battle. They came loaded with worms. I think we're about to get it under control now, though.

Everyone is doing well and Scarlett is making an impressive recovery. It was all I could do to keep her from running outside when she went out to potty.


I hope to get new pics up soon!

Special Thank Yous:

I wanted to send a special thank you to the following people for making a donation to the care of Scarlett and the babies.

Pauline
Lisa
Helen

Your generosity is greatly appreciated!!

Explanation of color and patterns

I've been doing a lot of research on the color/pattern issue with these puppies. A good friend of mine in rescue told me that she was pretty sure these pups are piebalds. Double dapple and piebald can look very similar, and honestly, we were *hoping* for piebald, since the chance of deafness or blindness is eliminated.

I contacted Chris Simmons of Honeydachs dachshunds in MD. She had the best explanation of the differences in DD and Pied. She confirmed that they are indeed Piebald (and adorable to boot LOL)

Here is the link to her site for more information. Colors and Patterns