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.

Entries by Darlah (283)

Wednesday
Oct222025

Last of the 5

Here is the gallery of play today.

Tonight, Nafas will depart and we will be down to 4. Nafas is a Hallie pup.

Luna, who is up on a chair on so many photos loves to sit on high and she is rather agile.They all seem to be. In one swoop they are up on the dog couch or chair or what have you. 

They really are a great crew. 

They will soon be playing in the kitchen.

I am beginning to think they are missing those that left but they are on a journey and they are going to adjust and love it! Nothing like being the focus!

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Tuesday
Oct212025

Winston's New Family

Here are the family photos.

Trying to get Winston looking towards the camera was funny. I think he had eyes for his owners. He had a waggy tail while he was being held. 

Here are the photos of the play before departure of all the pups.

First born is now home... I will be uploading videos after I complete the blogs.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Monday
Oct202025

Winston's Last Bath

Here are the bath photos.

Well there are always firsts. He was unhappy about the bath. It could have been due to the reality that I interrupted his play upstairs but he didn't like the dryer either. Seeing he was so good before, I figure it had to do with I took him away from fun to do THAT!

He does clean up nicely. After all was done, he romped and played with the rest as if it never happened. 

He will be going home in the afternoon. I will have Nafas to bathe and a few other regular grooms plus fit in that exercise. We shall see how the day goes. I just started blogs now and am eating for the 1st time. It is that busy but that's okay.

Be sure to look at Hallie's blog for the play gallery.

Sunday
Oct192025

Changes Coming

See the gallery on Hallie's blog.

Tomorrow Winston, the pup pictured above will get his bath and photos as he is departing on the 21st. Nafas the Hallie pup will depart on the 22nd. Then we will be down to 4. The last 2 will not depart till the 27th. It means the Yoshi pups will be 5 weeks and should be heading upstairs to sleep but it depends on food. 

So many changes with everyone.

The baths are a lot of work but a lot of fun too. I am always interested in seeing how they do in the bath. This crew, so far has been great in baths.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Saturday
Oct182025

Playing Upstairs

Here is the gallery.

Busy Busy today so a short blog. I am juggling and didn't even get to enjoy the outdoors but I did enjoy the pups upstairs. 

They played more than yesterday. They had quiet times yesterday but seems they adjusted to the 2 departing. It happens.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Friday
Oct172025

Quiet Times

See the gallery on Hallie's blog.

This is Smore's sitting with Stryker or could it be another name? We are working on it.

Pup play today has been interesting. To say it was low key is an understatement. No running like wild pups. Just quiet play for the most part and you will see this on the videos.

We shall see how tonight's session goes. They head upstairs for that last play session before bed.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Thursday
Oct162025

Georgi's New Family

Here is the family gallery.

We are now down to 6 and the next does not go home till the 21st. That means new bath photos coming for Winston on the 20th.

They played and had a blast before Georgi departed. She is going to live with havanese so she is going to be way comfortable as long as they are comfie with her.

She is in for an amazing life!

Here is the gallery before Georgi departed.

She will not live far so we hope to see her. As you know, she is a real character.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Wednesday
Oct152025

Play Before Quinn's Departure

Here is the gallery of the 2 litters taken this morning.

This was their 1st time in the kitchen and no nervousness. They just went a new place - this is fun!

They played for a bit after Quinn departed and are now sleeping.

Georgi also had her bath so look at all the entries. Georgi departs tomorrow morning.

They ran. They climbed and they played. They really enjoyed the play session!

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Wednesday
Oct152025

Quinns New Family

Here are the family photos.

Be sure to look at all the entries for today. We have Georgi, the play and the family entry. 

It has been a busy day today. Quinn has a long way to go home and managed to find a steak bone in the kitchen. I hope it kept him busy on his drive home.

We already miss him. 

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Wednesday
Oct152025

Georgi's Last Bath

Here is the bath gallery.

She was everything good about the bath. No complaints. No shivers. She didn't even mind Nathan holding her up for photos. She was an excellent gal.

She cleans up nicely. 

Nathan said really now before my shower. LOL Got to love him but he did. Yesterday Dennis helped me, as Nathan's hip was so bad. Today slightly better with heat.

Glad it is semi better with Quinn's pickup. I so looked for his cane but couldn't find it. Next week doctor.

So Ms Georgi is a real character that will be missed!

Tuesday
Oct142025

Quinn's Last Bath

Here is the bath gallery.

Quinn is departing tomorrow. To say he was a class act in the bath is an understatement. Ah a spa day - how cool is that!

He has a long drive. It will be his 1st in a car. It will be good conditioning and he will look around and within 2 to 3 days, he will learn that this is his new journey, new home, new everything with someone who adores him. 

He cleans up nicely too - wet or dry such a character. He is going to be missed. 

Monday
Oct132025

Short Blog

Here is the gallery.

Sorry, I had a lot on my plate today so it is short blogs across the board. I still have things to get done before pups depart. 

I hardly took videos but did take a few. This happens at times.

But know they had fun and tuckered out sooner than later on my upstairs watch.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Sunday
Oct122025

Can I Go Play?

See the gallery on Hallie's blog.

This is Winston saying is it possible to make a break for it? LOL He was greeting me this way this morning.

Pups are now eating eight 1/4cups of food 3 times a day. The more they play, the faster they eat. LOL

People are asking for vet visit timing. Pups have had their 1st vaccine on the 2nd. If you are doing classes, you need to get vaccines 3 weeks from October 2nd. Max time you can wait is 4 weeks or you have to start the whole series over and that would be silly. So, you should be making appointments now so you don't get your vet saying we do not have any openings. 

Be sure to get on your floor to see what your puppy can see. You need to make it safe for the pup. That means cords etc Be aware for plants that may be poison. They need to be up. 

It is going to be a fun journey with blips. All pups - children have blips. Be consistent. You are going to fall madly and deeply for your little one.

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Friday
Oct102025

Upstairs Fun Was Had

Here is the gallery.

These pups had two meals with turkey on top of their food and they acted as if we gave them the very best thing in the world. I laughed. They ate it so fast.

Pups played their hearts out. They have had 3 play sessions today and soon they will have their last.

I am so late on the blogs. Sorry about that. 

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.

Thursday
Oct092025

Correction Time

See the gallery in Hallie's blog.

This is mustache. Her name is Georgi. She departs on the 16th. Quinn is departing on the 15th. 

I am busy trying to get things ready but far from there but will be. I do a little each day.

Today I spent a lot of time correcting the dogs from chewing on my feet. I want them to stop before they head home so I am working on it in a huge way. 

What you do with the pups early on will set habits and you do want to set the correct habits. This will continue in your home. 

These are great pups and all pups go through teething. Soon they will have all their teeth till they fall out yet again and they will have 1 more teething experience but chew toys and teething treats will help. 

Be sure to check out the shorts. Plus the main directory of the videos here.