Snoozin' on a Thursday afternoon

I had to snap this shot of this pup who crawled out to lie on the cool tile floor. How precious and sweet she looks at 2 weeks old.

It's been a long night!

Well, the long awaited moment arrived and Aleutia had her pups last night. The first one, (which we lost,) arrived at 11:30 PM on the 23rd, all of the rest were born on 6/24. The last one was born this morning at 8:30, so as you can imagine, it was a long night for mama dog and me!

Here is a picture of the pups less than 12 hours old. The pups are eating and doing well.

Heeeeerrrrrrrrrre's Chloe

We are so happy to be adding this little cutie to our Windtalker's pack. She is the Daugher of Little Diesel, who of course is all grown up now. Diesel's main squeeze is Sassy (Sister of Zoi.) I am so thrilled to be able to continue both Diesel's and Sassy's bloodlines.

Her name is Chloe. Look at those big beautiful baby blues. She is absolutely gorgeous and a little sweetie. She will be coming home after Aleutia has her pups and they get a bit older. I don't want to take any chances on Aleutia hurting her. The mama doggies are so protective of their youngsters until the pups eyes are open.

I will post more pics of her once she arrives.

And...... we are still waiting for Aleutia to have those babies. I am hoping any day now. I will post pics of them too as soon as they are born.

If you have any questions please feel free to email us.

windtalkersibes@aol.com

Warning! Cocoa Bean Shell Mulch Toxic to Dogs

COCOA BEAN SHELL MULCH IS TOXIC TO DOGS

The A.S.P.C.A. has determined that dogs consuming cocoa bean shell mulch are exhibiting signs similar to those seen with chocolate intoxication. These signs include increased heart rate, trembling, vomiting, panting, and muscle tremors. The A.S.P.C.A. recommends that fertilizers and mulch be checked for cocoa been ingredients and that these products not be placed with dogs. Cocoa been shells are a by-product of chocolate production and are commonly sold to landscapers and homeowners. If a dog ingests this product, contact a veterinarian or the A.S.P.C.A. Animal Poison Control Center at (888-426-4435).

Kathleen Stryeski, DVM

True information about the mulch can be found here - ASPCA This site gives the following information: Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called "Theobromine". It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Just a word of caution ---check what you are using in your gardens and be aware of what your gardeners are using in your gardens. Theobromine is the ingredient that is used to make all chocolate ,especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.

Please email the manufacturer at http://michellemessick@hersheys.com and request that accurate information about this product be posted on the packaging to avoid further tragedy.

Aleutia and Yukon have been busy!

Well it looks like Yukon and Aleutia have been busy making bacon in the love shack. June puppies are expected. If you would like more information please email me.

windtalkersibes@aol.com

How time flies!

Where does time go? Although the winter was a long and nasty one, it seems it was just December...... with bouncing husky puppies, puppy squeals, little bundles of joy! How I love the babies and hate to see them go, but I have learned the hard way that I can NOT keep all of them. I sure would if I could though.

I have been lucky enough to have a lot of the puppy buyers stay in touch with me and they send me pictures of their puppies (all grown up,) from time to time. I have included these pictures on the web photo gallery for anyone who would like to see them.

I do believe that Yukon and Aleutia have been busy in the "hen house" which would mean June puppies! Oh boy!!!!!!! I should know in about 3 more weeks as Aleutia would start getting thick around her middle. For more puppy information please email me at windtalkersibes@aol.com

What else is new.....

To stay sane during the months that I was snowed in I was busy making handcrafted items for my two Etsy stores. I also have been baking "Peanut Butter Puppy Popper" doggie treats and sales have been good, as you can imagine. We know how these huskies just LOVE their toys and their treats....

I also made felt toys for the pups, but found the big dogs love them too. The felt bone is industrial strength felt (so it is durable.) I added a rope that the dogs just love to knaw on.... you know how they love to chew on stuff.

I believe and support animal charities and causes so I am donating a portion or all of the money that I make from the sale of these items to different charities. The charity the money goes to is listed in the item's description.

For more information or to see my handcrafted creations, please click on the link to go to my Twisted Whiskers store: http://lvsbeadsnthings.com/

As always, thanks for your interest in Windtalkers Siberians and Twisted Whiskers.

Spring is almost here!

It was a hard winter here in no Idaho. Snow, snow and more snow. Our annual Priest Lake dog sled races were cancelled this year. The reason given was "TOO MUCH SNOW!" I was going to drive out and get some pictures but the weather was too foul for the trek. I had hoped the race would get rescheduled, but it snowed pretty much all of January and February without any let up. Too much snow was an understatment!

But March has finally arrived. It has only snowed 3 times so far this month, the last time being a week ago and it was a light dusting.... just a reminder that winter still isn't over, and the groundhog needs to be retired! Early spring? My A@#!!!!!!

But, it is warming up and spring is almost here. Yukon and Aleutia spent the past month snuggling up in the husky hotel (love shack,) and soon spring puppies will be here. I can finally see ground that I haven't seen since December. The moose is no longer camped out in my back yard. The last picture of our vistor showed why "she" decided to head in to town seeking food and shelter. She was eating for two.

I will post updates and pictures when the pups arrive so check back in a few weeks. If you are interested in a pup contact me by sending an email. windtalkersibes@aol.com

I hope everyone is enjoying good weather. Have a happy spring and happy Easter to all.

Ciao