Costs

Unfortunately starting in the New Year, our costs will go up. Please contact nathan for updated costs.

Picnic Photos & Details

The picnic date took place on August 17, 2019 from 12pm to 5pm at Yvonne's place in Brighton. Check out the details here. Photos from the 2019 picnic can be found here. Yvonne's place is NEXT DOOR to her old place. I will try to put a havanese flag out front. Hope you can join us. Directions are here. The house # is 25. There is no picnic in 2020 due to COVID but hopefully in 2021. Stay Tuned!

Grooming 101

Want to see how I get a smooth coat and what equipment I use? I am continually learning and perfecting but I created this video Windows version) and for you Mac apple folks - here's a conversion. - not a professional one, to help you get a head start and perfect your own skill. Got questions? Ask away.

Want to know how to create a bathing machine that will save you time, product and wash your dog better than ever before? Check out Dick and Irma's instructions on how to create your own machine for a fraction of the cost.

Woofstock Is Back

Meet us at Woofstock. Dogs are welcomed. We meet at the restaurant across the street from Woodbine Park. Here is the location. Meet up happens on June 22, 2024 at 9:30 to 945am. Rain date is the next day. Look forward to seeing your havanese there and the humans too! Don't have your havanese yet? Well join us anyway! 

Award Photos
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Certified Pet First Aid

Walks 'N' Wags Pet First Aid is a recognized National Pet First Aid Certificate course for dog and cat professionals and pet owners. Talemaker Havanese now has that certificate having taken and passed the course.

Saturday
Oct152022

Fudge's New Family

Fudge's New Family Gallery.

Last of Ella's has departed. He is such a lovely boy. Super affectionate - even keel and not demanding. He will be missed.

Here is the gallery of the play before departure.

In a half hour Frankie will start her departure and then we will just be filling you in on the antics of the Dash guy. We will also post photos that we got, if you so desire. Otherwise I will be down to the main blog and Tempie with Dash till he departs. Dash is boarding with us.

Videos are already going up. More will come after Frankie.

Friday
Oct142022

Fudge's Last Bath

What a perfect little soul. I need to remember to clip around his eyes so he has a clear view of his humans. :-)

Here is the bath gallery.

He didn't mind any of it. I can't believe he departs tomorrow.

Here is the play after Abby departed.

After the baths were done they headed upstairs. They played their hearts out with each other and even Saffron joined in on the fun.

Videos are up already. 

Thursday
Oct132022

Play Time

Mr. Fudge departs on Saturday. He is the 1st that day to depart. Then the last will be Frankie and Dash will be boarding with us. It will be a quiet house then. Fudge is such an even temperament playful and loving being. 

So going to miss these pups.

Wednesday
Oct122022

Under the Couch

Fudge is the last one to depart of Ella's crew. He is not going till the 15th. He is such a lovee and was playing his heart out and now he is sleeping. We fed lunch after Maury departed and they promptly fell asleep. 

Check out the gallery link and video link on Spirit's blog. 

Soon I need to wash Willow's Jimmy. 

Tuesday
Oct112022

Maki's New Family

Here is the family gallery.

Maki is a lover. He went right up to both mom and dad and kissed them. He is such a wonderful boy!

Here is the gallery from the play before he departed.

The crew played. He also kept coming to mom but made sure he got his play in.

The videos are getting uploaded now.

There is only 1 to depart today and 1 of Spirit's to wash for tomorrow departure. We are now down to officially 5. How did that happen?

Monday
Oct102022

Meet Maki

Here are the bath photos.

He was more than okay and patient with me for the bath. Nathan climbed in for his nap as soon as Moose departed. That means it was me to do all the bath photos, drying etc. Dennis took the wet and dry photos up against the wall. Hopefully they are okay but I had no desire to wash a pup late and then do a blog late.

There are 6 of them tonight. Tomorrow 5. Be sure to scroll down to see the rest of the entries.

Monday
Oct102022

Moose's New Family

Here is the family gallery.

This was the 2nd smallest but surpassed the littlest as I used to put him on with the little one. He has a bit of a drive. Hope he fares well. Going to miss them.

Here is the gallery of the play before departure.

It is getting quieter but also this was their 3rd play session. They ate heartily and promptly fell asleep. I think they are mighty tired. Only one departs tomorrow.

Videos are already up.

6 pups remaining. Tomorrow 5.

Sunday
Oct092022

Meet Moose

Moose's bath gallery.

Moose had a great time and gave me kisses while blow drying. It was wonderful considering I was so exhausted. I needed a perk me up and he gave it to me. 

He was a great participant in it all. 

I hope the pups are not totally exhaused by visit 3 tomorrow. He is going to be the last in the day. Thank gad for turkey as I can make a turkey and stuffing sandwich. That's what I did for today. There is a method to my madness.

All pups, included those that were bathed had yum turkey with their kibble. 

Life is grand when you have people that love you and think of silly ways to indulge you. 

Videos are up. 

Sunday
Oct092022

Nica's New Family: 2 of 3 Blog Day

Here is the family gallery.

The last one for the day departs. It was cold out. She sat on her human's lap most of the time. They were tired for the 2nd visit. I can't imagine the 3rd visit tomorrow. The last of the Ella gals are now on their journey. May it be a fun and memorable one.

Here is the gallery of the play before Nica departed.

We are all starting to feel the emptying of the house but happy to hear about their journeys.

Sunday
Oct092022

Hazel's New Family

Here are the family photos.

They had a mad fun play session today. They are now resting till Nica departs. 

Here is the gallery from the play session before Hazel departed. 

It was not as cold as yesterday but at least no rain. 

We have a crazy day as 3 pups depart tomorrow so more baths plus more plants coming into the house. 

Videos are already up. 

Saturday
Oct082022

Two Depart Tomorrow: Baths

Here is the bath gallery.

Hazel is great - no soreness after her replacement microchip. She was wonderful in the bath and had no issues with the dryer. She was not crazy about getting strung up so I could click bath and dry photos but she took it in stride. Just kept looking at me as if to say - are you done?

She is the 1st to depart tomorrow.

Here is her Bath Gallery.

Nica is a special gal with personality plus. She was great for her bath, dry, hanging for photos, pad clean up, nails - all good. I will have to weigh her to see how much she is now. She is sleeping so I won't disturb her. 

They are heading upstairs shortly to have their last play session before sleeping. That is the key to sleeping all night.

Tomorrow these 2 depart and 3 more are washed - Leo, Gomez and Moose depart. I can't believe they are departing. Come next Saturday the last 2 will depart. 

Friday
Oct072022

Microchip Woes and Weight

Here is the gallery.

Let's see how much the littlest Nica weighs now. She is pretty active. I noticed Mojito has a round tummy. Does she? She now weighs 2-8-1/8oz. Bravo little one - you are eating well.

As you know we do check microchips each time I am doing paperwork. It seems Hazel's fell out which does not happen often so off to the vet we went today to get a new microchip. It means I have to redo all her paperwork. Got to love it. 

She travelled well in the car. No car sickness but was drooling a bit after the microchip. Nathan could not go in with her. Not fair to the puppy but she survived. She goes home on the 9th. So if she gets sore it will be over by departure. Glad we were able to get in right away as the office is closed till Tuesday due to Thanksgiving. 

This was the puppy that was shot twice with a microchip so I believe that was the issue. This one was checked when she returned home. 

Oh and we have just enough bags of food till Thursday. They didn't get them all in. So looks like Nathan is having to go to other stores to get the remaining bags. Always something.

Check out the videos.

Thursday
Oct062022

What Fun We Had

Here is the gallery.

As I am typing this, I hear the pitter patter of tiny feet running back and forth upstairs. How wonderful is that? I will miss that sound. 

Pups are a lot of work especially the way we do it. What they give you - those moments to treasure - well worth it. 

I have not weighed the littlest today. I will tomorrow. Her name is Nica. 

I keep trying to remember names and suddenly like I recovered my brain, I remember who is who. It's a riot. Life is but a dream. LOL

Videos are up. 

Wednesday
Oct052022

Silly Pups

Here is the gallery.

They looked around - didn't see the ramp so they decided to fly. I got the ramp up pronto. They can do the stairs but they are daredevils wanting to jump from top to bottom in one full swoop. Got to love their enthusiasm but we do not want them to get hurt.

Videos should be up. I have been multi-tasking.

Tuesday
Oct042022

That Look

Here is the gallery.

Meet Moose. How about that look and his eyebrows are starting to reveal themselves. How cool is that? I am busy doing head shots for the tote bags, blankets etc so you will see a few as I go. The ones in the gallery today is the ones I need to complete TODAY even if its midnight when done. Oh boy...

Videos are up. 

Monday
Oct032022

Short Blog Today

Here is the gallery.

This Ella boy is so sensational. He has been from the start. Friendly as ever and such an even temprement. 

Videos are going up shortly.

Sunday
Oct022022

The Play is On

Here is the gallery of 3 crew plus Frankie and Lilly and Jamie play.

Everyone flies around the deck like they are flying puppies. LOL They had a tremendous amount of fun today. Last night it was 13 together and it will be there till the 8th when 2 departs - a Spirit and I believe a Willow pup and each day more will go home. 

I am far from ready. I had a heavy grooming schedule today and as soon as blogs are done, videos will get uploaded and I will get back to getting things ready. My eyes are glazing over from so much work. But each time I take a breath to play with the pups - well it does ones heart good. 

The pups are so delicious - and I am not just saying that!

Videos are coming soon.

Saturday
Oct012022

Changes

They were having a grand time with Rosie's bag. I bet they got their scent all over it.

Galleries can be found in Tempie's blog as all of them played together with departures. Videos are up as well. 

The dogs are now all in one xpen and that will be the same for upstairs tonight. So far - so good. We suddenly have some extra room but we have gals in heat taking up the room. LOL

The pups had a fantastic time playing. I think I am trashed.

Nathan sent out picks to everyone. If you didn't get yours, please send him mail or look in your junk folder. I need the pertinent info so I can get everything done. I know a week seems a long time away but not with 13 pups. LOL

The pups are growing in personality and size.

Friday
Sep302022

We Played Too

Here is the gallery of just the 3 crew.

This crew was not out when the pups from Tempie was departing so in order to make sure they were able to shake their energy off, they came out between and all the pups are about to go out now.

Can you believe the little one? What a brave soul she is. She also has great balance - I say. Playing with a sibling is fun!

The videos are coming.

Thursday
Sep292022

They Are Growing Up

Here is the gallery from the play.

They have had 2 play sessions outdoors and will soon have a 3rd shortly.

This crew suddenly are trying things I didn't think they were up for. Running up and down and leaping like they are a flying squirrel. It's a riot. They are bold in play. Bravo little ones. I think the 1st of the 3 crew is going home on the 8th. That is soon too. Yikes - lots to do. Going to miss the pups madly and each is unique so no one can replace another. They just can't.

Videos are up and I have dogs to groom.