This blog is dedicated to our beloved Royal pack.
Our leader, King, Our Precious Princess Molly. Our Darling Duchess Sammy and Our Sweetest Lady May.
Four sets of paws reunited over Rainbow Bridge.
They will Rule Forever more, in eternal peace and good health.
So sadly missed and so lovingly remembered.
It's been super busy the last few weeks. We’re enjoying some sunny weather right now. We’ve been outdoors doing some raking and burning and getting our yard ready for the warmer days.
lil Marchioness Molly and Suzy help rake some leaves
We’re also getting our daily giggles as we get to know Suzy. She has met several of our extended pack and is learning to enjoy the company of our guests. She’s come a long way for sure. She still has a fair bit of learning to do and that will come. She’ll return to her training when she heads back home with her new companion, Kathi.
For now she seems to stick close to our Royal Girls and will often choose a spot close to Lady May.
She’s a smart little girl and has quickly picked up on who gets the food first. Just before eating times, she can often be found waiting close to Her Majesty, The Princess.
Suzy is also a tuff little girl who is still learning her place in the pack. When she first arrived, she responded inappropriately to a couple of other dogs a few times. That is not acceptable, and it was immediately stepped on. We want her to know she is completely safe here and there is no need to enforce any rules. That’s my job not hers. She responds very well to my big objection and responds appropriately.
Good Girl Suzy! You have come so far in such a short time!
We've had a very full calendar of visitors this month. Everyone from lil Molly, Curly, Miss Mylu, Sadie and Hazel as well. Even her best friend The Countess River stopped by for a playday.
Suzy needed a time out one day and showed marked improvement when we welcomed her back in the pack that afternoon. The lovely Miss Sadie was happy to welcome her.
Everyone is super excited to have the snow and ice gone. They're once again able to run and do safe zoomies in our dry yard again!
Getting to know so many new dogs and the different dynamics of our always changing pack can be a bit challenging for new comers. I tip my hat to how well young Suzy is doing. She is learning to walk away from over exuberant 'puppies' like Sweet Hazel. We have an extended stay for both these two coming up in March. We look forward to see how their relationship develops.
While everyone has been enjoying a fun time together, I've been sorting through the toy selection, discarding the old stuffies and washing up the chewies. Disappointed Curly was here the day the chewies were being scrubbed. He stood by the toy bin for quite some time before he decided to take what was still available and go entertain himself. He is not allowed to have the stuffies (Yes, he eats the stuffing!) and never once tried to take any while he patiently waited. Good Boy Curly!
Curly - "Excuse me, Mrs. Where's my Chewies?"
I promise to get them all washed quickly for you Curly.
It didn't take long for Curly to coax me into getting a couple of his favourites done so he could rest easy with it. There are not many minutes in the day when Curly is without a toy in his mouth. He is happiest when he has a plaything close by him. Rest well sweet boy. Your toy is safe with you now.
We've had a few wonderful fun-filled busy weeks. Soon we'll have a completely different pack dynamic and look forward to more sunshine and outdoor playtime.
Suzy and Miss Mylu share a space to relax
Little Suzy chooses to sleep close to the big dogs.
Her first night without the door closed.
Not a peep all night long
You've all been such good dogs. Im so happy you chose to visit us at Royal K9 Korner.
Come back soon sweeties. We'll be waiting for you!
The Royals are so happy to announce the arrival
of the newest member to our Royal family.
A big warm welcome to our Grandpawghter lil Suzy Q!
There is a special place in our hearts that
was just waiting for you to fill.
Suzy is a darling little 16 mon. old Puggle who comes to us all the way from Fort St. John S.P.C.A.
She's already had a few struggles for her young life. We're so happy she's landed in such a perfect, soft place now.
When her application was approved, her new mommy, our very own Aunty Kathi, drove all the way to Quesnel, where Suzy had been transferred, to pick her up and bring her HOME!
Thank you FSJ and Quesnel SPCA for keeping her safe until her mommy could find her.
We suspect Suzy became pregnant on her very first heat and was ultimately surrendered to Fort St. John's SPCA. A puppy having puppies.
She delivered her litter of 6 very large puppies at the FSJ's SPCA in Sept 2019. She was able to raise them until they came of age for adoption, and then herself went on the adoption list.
It's no wonder Suzy was a bit stand offish with some dogs, more so with the males. We are doing our best to understand her and giving her the space and time, she needs to work through things. She's quite trusting with us and a very clever little girl. We're certain she'll overcome all her issues very soon.
Of course, Aunty Kathi has fallen deeply in love with this little girl. She had been working with little Suzy, hourly, daily to build her confidence and teach her safety and the necessary skills for daily routines and fun for a happy ever after life. We know how difficult it must be for Aunty Kathi to have to leave her little one in care after only 3 weeks of her arrival. We promised her to keep lil Suzy safe and well loved until she can return. Kathi will try to find some time while she's away to send us a bit of a write up.
We can't wait to read it!
During Suzy's meet n greet at Royal K9 Korner, we wanted all interactions to be positive ones for her. Thus we chose to only allow supervised meetings through gated doorways. If she showed any sign of anxiety, we left further introductions for another day. Her mommy was introducing her around town to other dogs in the community and bringing her to visit us everyday. She initially had opportunities to briefly meet our Royal girls along with Miss Sadie and lil Molly. She took a liking to The Princess MollyDawg right from the get go. Lady May asked to be left alone for awhile so we are giving her the time she needs before we go further with that introduction.
Outdoors and on safety lead, it took just one of The Princess' WOOF's to set Suzy straight. Since then Suzy seeks out The Princess and stays close by her side.
MollyDawg - "Stick wiv me kid, I'll show ya the ropes."
After a few visits here lil Suzy dropped her guard and was behaving like she belonged. We are so happy to see the progress she's made with her mommy's guidance. She is so lucky to have landed with our Aunty Kathi. We know she'll give her exactly what she needs to become a strong independent secure little girl.
To date Suzy has met several members of RK9Korner's extended pack. She's had an over the top fun couple of days meeting with 'The' little Countess River. It seems like a real bond is in the making between these two. Check out their first playdate on our YouTube HERE.
While mommy is off at work Suzy will be staying with us and meeting so many new potential buddies. Just as Suzy arrived for her first ever daycare day, The Marchioness lil Molly and young squire Curly had arrived. She had already met Curly in the community so she was more comfortable and familiar with him.
Curly ~ "Fear not kiddo, You're safe with me!"
The Marchioness lil Molly can be a bit tuff on newcomers so we took extra time with guarded introductions with her. Suzy has a safe zone in our kitchen with her special mat covered with her mommy's hoodie and a few toys for her comfort. For social time in the living room we have our Xpen placed to allow everyone to be close enough to encourage safe interactions. We will continue including Suzy in all our daily events keeping her safe while still allowing opportunities for her to develop social bonds with the others in care.
Hi, I'm Suzy. I'll play with you later okay?"
Suzy resting on her mommy's hoodie in her safe zone
After being with us for just 2 days, she is already showing her comfort levels have increased and is wanting to run free with all the other visitors. We will be curbing her play time and keeping her on lead until we know she is 100% safe and has learned her recall skills. Suzy is an active little girl with great jumping and climbing skills so we're watching and teaching her the yards boundaries. Suzy is getting lots of reinforcements for her great behaviours and looks for direction from the others around her. We can't wait for the day we can see her interacting fully with everyone. We are going slow and will monitor and keep you posted on her progress soon.
Suzy waits with the others before going outdoors.
Lady May, "Just keep your distance and we'll be fine ok?"
Next week Suzy will have an opportunity to meet the Lovely Miss Mylu and sweet Hazel. We are looking forward to fun introductions. Suzy's Album can be found on our Facebook page HERE.
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