Happy Sunday everyone! It's a beautiful sunny and warm morning. Already half way through the month of July. It's crazy!
This past week was filled with excitement as we welcomed Merlot and Sherlock into our home. July 8 will forever be their Gotcha Day! Now it's time to properly introduce these two little munchkins.
Both are from Amyla Havanese, a wonderful breeder from Notre-Dame-de-l'Ile Perrot, a mere 12 km from where we live. Myriam is the owner and breeder. We got to know her when we moved to Quebec through our Havanese community. We are proud and happy to be able to give a home to those two amazing boys. A heartfelt thank you to Myriam for entrusting us with them. A quote from Amyla Havanese..."Havanese are like potato chips, you can't have just one!" So true!
Merlot, tan colour, was born on May 22, 2023. His CKC registered name is Amyla's Mister It's Five O'Clock Somewhere. He came from a litter of six, 4 females and 2 boys. Myriam had a wine theme going, thus the name Merlot. He has his Canadian Championship and is now working towards his Grand Champion.
Sherlock, black and white, was born on November 9, 2023. His CKC registered name is Amyla's No Schitt Sherlock. He was a singleton....thus the name Sherlock. Sherlock Holmes largely worked alone, that is until Watson came along LOL! He got his last point at the Chateauguay Conformation Show last Sunday and is now a Canadian Champion.
Russell and I were at their respective shows when they finished their championship. It was a proud moment for us, and of course for Myriam.
Merlot and Sherlock are 3/4 brothers. Yep, that's a thing even in a dog's world. They are playful and cuddly. They get along well and love to grace us with zoomies. They seem more fascinated with birds than with squirrels, although they have chased a few of those. They have settled in very nicely. Now it's all about discovering new things, noises and surroundings. Both have made themselves at home....it didn't take long for Merlot and Sherlock to find their spot on the couch in the den or on one of the deck chairs. They have met a few neighbours and our friend Errol. They will meet my brother later today.
They have become used to their morning routine which includes teeth brushing and grooming. Russell hasn't lost a beat. Their coats are still growing and we plan on keeping them full. I haven't done many top knots yet as their hair is still short. We quite like their shaggy look!
We have started a little bit of training. They totally get the WAIT command. It is useful when working on reinforcing calmness .... those two puppies can be very excitable at times! Merlot and Sherlock are registered for Basic Obedience in the Fall. It will be fun to go back to doggie school again!
Merlot and Sherlock have brought back the joy and laughter that went missing when Cooper and Spicy passed. Our family is whole again and our hearts are full of love 💕
I leave you with a sample of the hundreds of photos we've already taken LOL! Just for fun, I thought I would throw in a photo of our garden and of course, a throwback pic of Cooper and Spicy. Have a great week everyone!
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| Sherlock and Merlot made themselves right at home on their favorite chair on the deck. |
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| Sherlock loves his giraffe and has quickly become the champ at 'catch me if you can' with Merlot in hot pursuit. |
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| Sherlock and Merlot on guard duty! |
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| Merlot and Sherlock keeping an eye on the Big Green Egg smoker. |
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| Merlot in an alert but restful moment on the doggie cot. |
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| Catch me if you can! |
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| A session of tug of war..... |
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| Everyone has their spot in the TV room...Russell enjoys the floor! |
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| Side by side besties! |
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| Our friend Errol getting to know the Boys, Merlot and Sherlock always up for a cuddle and a photo op. |
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| Cooper and Spicy on BBQ alert, August 15, 2019. |
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| Day lilies and shasta daisies looking wonderful. |
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