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! 

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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.

Sunday
Aug212016

Oh What a Day

Well so much for a day off. Did 4 baths today and one was Kat. Kat got mighty dirty jumping in the pool and rolling in the dirt doing a shimmy. Got to love it. 

Early this morning Rusty came. This afternoon Winston arrived and tonight Daisy came. Cali departed.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Nathan is at a dog show. I so wish I could go to see the Spice pup in the ring. Oh well. Nathan can't take photos as he is ring stewarding. So, it's me and the dogs till Dennis gets up. Blogs on those days may be late. That's an ahead of time warning.

Rusty's mom brought us bagels. Yum! Thank you!

Nathan's dad and his wife came over for a visit. He has cancer. He's off and on doing chemo and it is inoperable. His skin is paper thin. One of the dogs climbed up on him and tore his skin. It wasn't a scratch. It was his paper thin skin that bleeds with any friction. He also is cold even when it is very hot. He enjoyed seeing the dogs. We enjoyed seeing them. 

Stone and River fell in the pool cutting the corner too quick. Nathan washed Inula.

Dogs have had a blast today. Miss Mia, as I type is laying ion Nathan while he lays in a jacket and a blanket in the gravity chair out back.

Here is today's gallery.

Saturday
Aug202016

Let Me In, Let Me Out

I had a day that started at 730am and just stopped now. Oh my gad what a long day. I had a day of grooming just so I could sit outside tomorrow morning and see Nathan's dad - who I want to see. He is visiting tomorrow. My usual day off is Sunday but I have 3 to do at 7am tomorrow before I chill or drop dead. In among this long day we also had puppy potential people over. I didn't eat. I didn't read my mail but I will if I am awake enough after I finish the blogs. Oh, and I also watched the pups and ran in and out taking care of them, watered the plants and brushed out all the dogs. Tomorrow other than the 3 I am not brushing the dogs. If anyone needs it, it's Nathan's job. hahahaha 

Today Archie's brought these meat pastries. Oh my gad are they amazing. Guess what I am eating as I type. 

It was hot. The dogs wanted in and out and in and out. Cali departs tomorrow. Hope we see her more frequently. She has been a joy. She's one of my baths. This is bath 2 for her. heh

I vow from now on I will take Sunday off. One needs one day or maybe its best to do Monday. 

Tomorrow we get to see Winston. Now that will be a treat. 

Plus Ozzie the schnauzer has arrived and is doing really well. Really busy day. Looking forward to a soft bed with Nathan and the dogs.  Maybe tomorrow I get pool time.

Here is the gallery.

Luna dropped in, Katie dropped in. It's been a day of busy-ness. Hope yours was quieter.

Friday
Aug192016

Playing Silliness

Oh the young crew surely knows how to have fun. Here is the gallery. The dogs were silly funny today. I also am late and going short as I had a lot of grooming today. You see the pups are now old enough that I can watch on the tablet and run back and forth like a crazy person. So, I started doing my own plus some visitors. Tomorrow I continue. I always wash mine before pups are born and then play catch-up 3 to 4 weeks out. It's a crazy process but I feel so great when they are done. I sort of dislike dirty dogs, if they are my own. 

Oh and I got 15 minutes in the pool. Hoping for more time tomorrow. We shall see.

Thursday
Aug182016

Jumping Fun

Look at Murphy. He floats in the air.

Well we have another class tonight but no photos or video. We have Murphy with us so I am it on taking the class with him. That means I can't do 2 things at once. Oh well, next week.

We had an interesting day. Zack stole a lamb chop off the table. tsk tsk. He was not happy with me trying to take it away from him. Teach me to leave it on the table.

Coco was standing on her back legs sniffing the air as she knew the chops were there. She didn'[t attempt to steal one. heh

We didn't swim. I just had the crew outdoors running their heads off. I am exhausted as I attempted to run with them. Maybe tomorrow will be a pool day and I will get some dogs in to swim with me. I like to get them in before baths. Easier that way and sometimes one needs easier.

Wednesday
Aug172016

No Gallery Day

The Kona After grooming/haircutTeddy after bath Just a trimBoth just departed. It reminds me how dirty the city streets can be after a rainstorm. I washed Teddy with a brightening shampoo twice. I laugh. He doesn't mind. He's such a good boy. He's a dog that doesn't mind a bath or a trim.

Kona is amazing for his bath. He snuggles and cuddles me and it becomes a fun game with him. I have to remind him to stay still when I have scissors and he does. 

Notice they both have the tongue thing going on.

We took a slew of photos this morning. Coco and Doozie was double teaming Ella. It was a riot. I usually do not see them doing the team play. Sure they play with everyone but this was different as they helped each other trying to deak Ella out. I laughed. 

Jiggs arrived and is back playing like crazy. 

I must admit after grooming I went outside for a few minutes to capture the crew. The pups are playing like crazy. Mabel jumped on my shoulders as I sat pawing at Velvet as if to say nay nay you can't get me.

So where's the photos? I didn't have a card in the camera and I am so miffed as I was so excited that I had such grand photos and then.... surprise.

Oh well, there are days like this...

Tuesday
Aug162016

Dirty Times

I do not think Jazzy was slated for a bath but he sort of needed one. He went out and got WORSE after this photo was clicked. I think he loves rolling in the mud. Maybe its a real spa day - roll in mud, them a warm soothing bath, blow dry and a massage. Yeah, that's what we all need!

Here is today's gallery. Hardly any photos. My floors need washing. Some of the dogs do not like the wet. They much prefer indoors and tv land. They say rain all week.... yikes. Will my house and energy survive?

Those that really know me know I much prefer white stuff than wet muddy rain.

Oh well, no use in complaining. It is what it is.

We still manage to have fun. 

Monday
Aug152016

Top Dog

Here is today's gallery. Everyone is having a blast but I am short in time. You see the storm we had our shrubs bent over and broke so I am cutting them down and putting the branches in bags. It's a HUGE shrub so it's taking too much time so blogs will suffer. Dogs love it as they keep jumping in the pile and making a mess. I am smiling but the 5th time of putting the pile back together, I had to try to smile. hahahaha

Don't ask me why it is always me that does this stuff.

Sunday
Aug142016

Cooler Days

Cinnamon, Velvet and MoxieNothing like the fun of pups and Cinnamon really treasures the visits. The pups do too.

It was cooler out today. I actually am coming down with a head cold so want to nip it in the bud. I went out for 20 minutes floating on a float in the pool and got burnt. That's okay. It was worth it.

Can't wait till tv time. Dogs are still in the mode of not sure we should do outside or not. It's as if they expect it to be humid. Me too. 

Here is today's gallery.

Forgive me as I don't always have my camera with me so I miss a great deal. I vow to get better. Hoping tomorrow is cool and fun to click. But everyone is having a great time. Not a soul is sitting on the sidelines watching. At one time or another they are all engaged in playing, running, tug or find the treat. Find the treat is a big hit.You should try it at home.

Saturday
Aug132016

Wet and Dry

Cali and CinnamonI feel like the same old record. It's been hot but worse it's humid. The humidity seems to send the dogs inside quickly so my clicks are minimal. Here is today's gallery.

It did rain today but it remained humid. I went outside to take photos and Nathan locked me out so I stood drenched at the door banging on it. He said he locked it as the wind was opening the door but there he sat playing a game and not even notice that I was a wet rag. My battery also was dead so the idea of taking some stunning photos didn't happen. Ever have days like that?

Well, soon Dennis is going to watch the pups and I am going to get draped by dogs and watch tv. 

We also managed to get a hardtop gazebo 12x12 for 399. - yes, a steal but now we have a house full of people who haven't a clue how to do it. Going to be fun. Anyone handy with instructions, tools and want to make some cash and swim? hahahaha

Oh, and Ty was NOT interested in the pool yesterday and Nathan so tried to get him to be. He swims in the lake. What is that about? Losing your touch, Nathan?

Friday
Aug122016

Inside Outside

In, out I can't make up my mind. But it was way too hot and muggy out. Where did all that rain go that was supposed to happen. We surely need it and the dogs need cooler times. That's okay, we are playing tons indoors. Think I am still playing recovery from yesterday. Sorry for such a short blog. I almost forgot about doing them. Here is today's gallery.

PS: Also put up the winning phopto of Paula and her son and the pup so you know which one it was.

Thursday
Aug112016

Gallery Only

Here is a gallery of the dogs. Short blog due to Emmy's pups. See her blog. Sorry. Really need a tune out break.

Thursday
Aug112016

Nice Surprise: Spice Baby

Best Baby Puppy In Group Show 1

Judge: Phyllis Pancel

Talemaker's Dirty Little Secret

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Best Baby Puppy In Show 2
Judge: Christian Jouanchicot
Havanese   Talemaker's Dirty Little Secret
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Best Baby Puppy In Group Show 3

Havanese  Talemaker's Dirty Little Secret

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Best Baby Puppy In Show

Judge: Richard Paquette

Havanese   Talemaker's Dirty Little Secret

Wednesday
Aug102016

Good Read

Havoc and Sister TroubleIt's hot out there. Ways for you and your Havanese to stay cool here.

Havoc was visiting for the day and had a total blast with his sister Trouble and everyone else too. Did they know each other? YES! Check out the gallery.

Riser noticed I had my drawer partially open and he was saying yum with those oven gloves. As Nathan says, shut the drawer!

It's so very hot outside. We are yet again in a muggy heat wave. Dogs say no way to outdoors. Can you blame them? We take them out several times a day for 5 minutes or so and then they are at the door going - let me at that air conditioning - PLEASE!

How are you coping with this heat? 

Tuesday
Aug092016

Out of Steam

DexterEveryone is having a blast and I mean EVERYONE. I am just a bit out of steam. I had to take care of the pups and be sure they were fed, were clean and moms to pay attention to. I had a number of dogs to groom, wash, cut etc and a big dematting. People, please comb not just brush. Your dog will love you for it as dematting is not fun for me or them. Everyone gets some knots but a body full is not fun. I need some downtime so forgive me for a short blog. Here are a few quick clicks that I took.

Nathan has been very busy too so he is hanging out at the pool. I am glad he is taking a break.

Monday
Aug082016

Change of Arms

Harper says Food, please!They stand in line waiting for food and get this they know their spot. Meaning each visit they always have the same spot and Nathan remembers. How funny is that? If he doesn't they remember and go stand in position.

Here is today's clicks. 

Dogs are having fun. Someone came by to see Riser. We had a cable guy here half the day as our son in the basement didn't have working cable. Joy. It is now fixed but that meant no pool. Upstairs fun play - yes. 

We can't have the dogs jumping all over the cable guy. 

Maddie and Sadie departed. A few arrived. 

Little Ines fits through the gates. She is a pistol. She's made her way into my office to cgeck out the pups, She has made it out in the hallway. Oh to be small and mighty. heh

Everyone is having a blast but boy the dogs and I need a pool day!

Sunday
Aug072016

Friends, Food and Busy-ness

Food Please...Here is today's gallery. I can't believe I am now doing the blog but I wouldn't do the day any other way - I think.

We had Steven and May come over with Panera sandwiches, chips and salad in hand. Thank you earnestly!! With a cool breeze outdoors we found ourselves surrounded by dogs. It was genuinely a pleasure to have them both come. We appreciate the lunch and the distraction. While they were here we had people over that wanted to see havanese.

Dogs were washed today. I had washed Ella and she jumped in the pool. tsk tsk She said but mom, I just had to. Really, Ella!

When you look at the gallery and see Scruffy - well Scruffy, he didn't go home that way. But you can clearly see he was having fun. Socks came and is fitting in as he always does. He is now watching tv on Nathan's head and well Cali is trying to edge him out of the way. 

Tomorrow Maddie and Sadie get bathed and groomed before they depart. Teddy - well Teddy says where are you lady. I am just finishing the blog and then you can have my lap till bedtime.

Judy comes to see the pups (didn't make it today) and she is going to be excited about how plump they are getting.

The dogs ate my only sandals. They were Taos sandals and I can't find the exact ones - of course. Nathan's remark was well don't leave them down. They were in the shoe rack. geez. Puppies - what can I say.  Good news sandals are on sale now so maybe I can find a pair I like as much. If anyone see them anywhere, let me know. Looking for size 8. With pups I can't get out to look but if in your normal shopping you see a pair in size 8, let me know. This way I can buy a replacement. Don't go out of your way. Only if you see a pair in the right size. Most appreciated! 

The saga continues tomorrow.

Saturday
Aug062016

Oh Boy

I thought this was going to be the first day that I was unable to update the blogs but here I am. Here's the gallery.

Let's see how is the weekend going? I did 8 baths, grooms etc for others plus did the pups and watched them and stopped midstream if I had to put a puppy on. I was watching from my tablet. My dogs did not get brushed. :-( There is always tomorrow on my day off. heh

I met the daughter's new boyfriend. 

My hose broke and started spraying me all over soaking my clothes. As me if I cared. I didn't. It's been a hot summer. 

Cali is visiting. She knew me right away but I hear not with Nathan. It's been a very long time since we seen her. She seems delighted to be visiting. Another one we do not get to see much is Sophi and boy has that been nice. I am spreading myself between groomings. 

Tomorrow Steven and My come and we will have lunch out back with them. Judy comes so I may get pool time but we have someone coming to see Riser. Maybe after that?

I give up on the weeding. Thought I would have the daughter to help me but that didn't work out. I am watering her garden daily. 

\Spice jumped up on me today and gave me a face bath. How do you know who a real dog person is? I not only welcomed it, I was excited about it. 

Friday
Aug052016

Crazy HEATED Day

Going to try to get a gallery up but do not have one done yet. It's been a busy day. Sophi dropped in (haven't seen her in a  long time). Winston went home. See him on the Roxie blog. We had class last night. See the gallery on the Spice blog. I am still in need of doing a video of the class. I will get to it and if I don't nag me. 

I am also supplementing Emmy's pups and doing cleanups, laundry and baths for others. 

Hoping I get to more later. If not, tomorrow.

Thursday
Aug042016

Crazy Heat

Mac Sticking Tongue OutThe dogs find it oppressively hot outside. They want tv time and indoor play. I do believe this has been a hot summer - well at least when it finally got warm.

Wishing I had pool time. 

Tonight Tracy will watch the adults with Jonathon and the grandkids and Dennis will watch the moms and pups while we are away at class for a short bit.

Cinnamon already endured the bath process. Actually she was good. Tomorrow Winston gets his bath and departs tomorrow. We will miss him immensely. So many times Nathan looks at him and says I really like that dog. 

Hoping to get some swim in this weekend when Judy comes. It gives me a mind and body break. 

Dennis is back to adjusting to night duty. He is still sleeping. I feel like I miss my day when he is sleeping most of it. 

My garden still needs weeding and the bench is still not done. Oh my... Here's to fall???

Here's a small gallery.

Wednesday
Aug032016

Heat and Dawgs

Tiny on tableIt's truly a hot summer, don't you think? I hope it lasts into September as I want more pool time. 

Any photos that I have in this gallery is due to Dennis. I was sort of preoccupied. 

Good news is I may be able to come tomorrow night as Tracy will watch the dogs with our grand daughters while I am at class and Dennis will watch the moms and pups. This way I get to take videos and photos. i was hating that I was going to miss it.

We had a full day despite all the rest. I had tons of laundry but I did manage to groom everyone but my dogs. heh. i didn't eat well. I had a smoked meat sandwich and a ton of water. I got to snuggle with the dogs and Judy came by so I got a short stint in the pool and the dogs although they didn't go in they got to hang out with me and they love chiling ob the furniture with me. 

Tomorrow more of a day of normalcy. Now to stay awake for 3 more hours - oh boy. Can't wait for bed and dog snuggles and yes Nathan snuggles too.