It’s another big day here at Puppy Central. The babies are now 4 weeks old, walking, barking and starting to eat a little on their very own.
I put Mommy Greta outside today in the unseasonably warm weather and tossed a ball for her to play with. She was happy to be out and away from the babies for a while. Once she was occupied, I got out a can of puppy milk and a box of cereal and mixes a light gruel in a shallow dish.
I brought it into the puppy box and put it down. They all stared at the dish and then up at me. I could see the confusion in their eyes. I took Angelika first and brought her over and lightly touched her mouth to the gruel.
Mmmmm.
She started to lick at it. Arnie came over and he licked some up as well, then Anita. Anya and Anneliese were a bit more cautious, but they all tried it and appeared to like it.
It was fun to watch them try something new. It made me think back to the last time I tried something totally new. How had I reacted? These guys were just wonderful in their attempts at eating!
So here we are at 4 weeks old. They each have their own personality now, and they all look different. Of course Arnie is the easiest to recognize, as he is the only boy. Angelika, at 3 pounds, is the largest, and she also has the harshest coat so far. She is so sweet. Anya, has the shortest coat and is truly a wonderful little pup. She will make some lucky family a wonderful companion. Now here is the tough part. Anita and Anneliese are both exceptional. They are also fairly close in size, head shape and coloring. They are both fabulous and I’m having a tough time deciding which baby to keep!
I will tell you that Anita will come over to me when she hears my voice, and I think I have seen her kissing up to Hubby, as I think this is his favorite, as well.
I know from here on out, there will be more work, more feeding and yes, more playing! Woo-hoo!
I love their coloring! It’s really pretty!
I’ll be in Boston next weekend!
The word “precious” just does not do them justice! They are growing so fast and into such unique individuals. I honestly do not think I could choose one puppy, I would want ALL of them! Ha-ha I do have the feeling that little Anita is trying to give you a subtle hint…which may turn into some major puppy kissing up when it comes closer to decision time! Tee-hee She is trying to tell you that you couldn’t possibly think about being without her….hmmm…we’ll see how this all plays out. Anneliese may decide to get her personality on…and do some major kissy-ups too! She may tell Anita to “Move over honey…Anneliese is in the house!” What fun for you!
Have a groovy rest of the weekend!
-Lea
Their first ‘real food’ meal. How fun! And what did Mama Greta think when she came in and new they were eating from other than her?!!
They are all so sweet, can’t believe they are already 4 weeks old! and I missed half of their lives! I have to catch up on the prior posts… 🙂
Very beautiful pups! At 4 weeks the work and the fun really start – you won’t believe the changes you’re going to see. You’ve got an email from me (from a different email account), but let me repeat myself – CONGRATS.
– weird falconer guy from NH
I love the photos. Keep them coming. It’s great to see them growing and changing. I love the close up of Anita. She is beyond beautiful!
How did you narrow your choice down to Anita and Anneliese? How’s my man Bernie doing with all those ladies around him? Did my freinds ever email you?
oooh they are SO adorable. I don’t know how you are going to part with these cutie pies.