Hugo & Paige Litter – Week Six

Our first big adventure outside!

“The Gladiator”

Never underestimate the strength of a mother’s love. It takes many shapes and forms. It didn’t dawn on us at first, but Paige added a whole new dimension to the concept. This week, Paige’s litter made their inaugural visit to the great outdoors. From a distance, Paige’s behaviour seemed erratic and inexplicable, but upon closer inspection she would lunge at and swallow any mosquitoes she noticed were in the proximity of her little ones. That’s all very well and good, but we were kind of hoping Paige would do the same for us.

From day one, these little guys were totally comfortable with their outdoor surroundings. Some litters are very tentative as they venture out, but not this one. They immediately went off to explore the grass, the rockery or munch on fallen twigs. Others used the vastness of the yard to engage in sporting activities with their siblings. Wrestling and jousting were popular sports. It’s funny to watch the puppies run at top speed with no set destination in mind and topple over as they apparently don’t have their sea-legs yet (more like mal de débarquement which is what one experiences when you get off a ship, but that would be too hard to follow). There were one or two eyeing what was beyond the fence and maybe even wondering how to get out. Another time perhaps.

When the group wasn’t outdoors, they spent their time sleeping, getting quick snacks from their mom or playing with their siblings and toys in their indoor playground. And whenever the dinner bell chimes, it’s all hands on deck for another feast.

That’s it for now, but be sure to join us next week for another stimulating installment of “Puppy Tales”.