Our Little Girl @ Almost 11 Months Old !

From this time http://julesluvscavs.blogspot.com.au/2012/12/watch-this-space.html (Tri Colour puppy far left side) to now! ;)

 

Miah Is Now A Pawbooker I mean Facebooker !

Miah insisted she be allowed to create her own Facebook page. She did have to lie about her age as you have to be over 13 to be allowed to sign up, but we all know how old she really is ;-))

So if you have a facebook account and would like to follow her on there, please feel welcome to send her a friend request. However as her Human Mum, I would like it if anyone does to inbox me on her page to let me know who you are. I would hate her to fall prey to the wrong people or the wrong type of canines out there in facebook land iykwim !

 Miah's Facebook Page

And Just For Some Fun..

I thought I would add a couple random videos of Miah doing what she does best.. Having fun in life ! Just click on the links  :)

Miah very excited at the beach ! (You may need to turn your sound down as she is very vocal in this video lol)

A preview of one of Miah's Zoomies

Miah Starts Big School !

Well its been a while since I have updated Miah's blog. We have just been through a very tragic and sad time recently having  had to give our precious and handsome nine year old Cavalier 'Joey' his wings . I won't go into it as this is Miah's blog, but we have have been left very heartbroken over the loss  of our handsome man. It was very unexpected, it was highly suspected (by a canine Neurologist) that he had an aggressive tumour in his brain or at the top of his neck  :(
RIP Just As I Am Joey

Click on the Read More link...

Our Little Girl Keeps On Blossoming!

I'm a few weeks overdue with this post but Miah is 6 months old, well closer to 7 months now :)

She recently had her desexing operation. All went very well, was quite a non event actually, she was up and about the day after as if she hadn't had anything done to her ! She's since had her stitches out. I'm glad its all over and in the past now.

I'm not going ramble on in this post,  instead I will share some current photos of our little precious girl. Enjoy.

All photo were taken by Michael. Please do use without his written permission. Thank you.

*To view images at a larger size, just click on them*

Our Pretty Miah - Almost 6 Months Old !

Miah will be 6 months on the 27th of May! She is the most beautiful girl in the world, but then we are biased ! lol . She's very smart, too smart for her own good sometimes lol I think she's going through a toddler stage atm, into everything and not having as many naps ;-)

Miah is booked into be desexed end of this month. I'm sure all will go smoothly, despite that  i'm feeling bit anxious, well a lot, but I know she will bounce back very quickly! :)

Our Little Girl Is Growing up!

Miah is certainly growing up quickly. She's still our baby girl tho ;-)

She's such a joy to own and love. Each day we fall deeper and deeper in love with her.

I recently bought her a new collar for the next stage of her life. She still has to grow into it more, but that won't take long.

 Here is a couple of photos of her wearing it. Unfortunately she was being wriggly, and we weren't able to capture the detail in the collar, which has silver diamonte bones around it.It came with a matching leash.. You can view it here also. I think you can get this set with gold plated bones as well. Gold probably would have looked smart on Miah, but I personally prefer silver.

Click on collage to see images larger 

Collar and leash set by SummersBling. We were lucky to have been kindly sent a cute love heart collar charm to go with the collar . Thank you Michelle :)

I also recently bought a gorgeous purple doggy poo handbag holder that attaches through the leash handle.  There's a opening at the bottom of it that you can pull the bags from.  After all every girl dog has to have her fav handbag when she goes out to special places. Bought from Kim of  'In Your Footsteps' here in Goolwa SA.

Miah's Day Out At The Cavaliers Capers Fun Day 14.4.2013

We are members of the Cavalier Club of SA.Yesterday they had one of their fun day for the  us pet owners to get together and mingle with other Cavalier owners (and Cavaliers of course!) and Breeders associated with the club. Its always a great day held twice a year at a  fantastic venue - Beefacres Reserve Windsor Gardens.

We took all 3 of our Cavs, all traveled very well in the car going to it (its a bit of a distance for us, but worth it!)

It was Miah's first time there, and altho she was highly excitable as puppies are, she loved every min of it. Was very well behaved and friendly to everyone who came to say hello to her. I think she thoroughly enjoyed it. She also got to see one of her litter mates Hadley and her Breeder Jenny Brice again :)

They put on a  mini show with a proper judge for us pet owners to have fun in as if it was a real show. We entered The Best Puppy in Show event with some other cute Cavalier puppies under 12 months and to my surprise we came second ! I was so chuffed that we got a red ribbon and a bag of goodies. She did very well for her first fun day!

Its great seeing so many Cavaliers having a great time, you just have to look at all the wagging tails everywhere to see they are ! :) Its also a wonderful opportunity to catch up with both breeders of our Cavs.

Anyway we took some video footage of the day and some photos, but I will just put up one of Miah and I for now, and a couple of Miah and Her Mummy 'Mindy' on the day. Michael my husband took the photos. If interested please check back later to see if I have added any more photos to this post.

Miah and I going through our paces in the Best Cavalier Puppy fun day event

Miah (on the left side of each pic) with her Mum 'Mindy' 

* Cavalier Club of SA Facebook page

Miah's First Easter

We bought an Easter Hamper from Kaya's Mission for the Cavs, which included 3 beautiful Easter themed Bandanas (and an Easter hamper bag) made by Erica Davison of Haughty McNaughty, Easter treats from Pawsome and Waggy Dog Bakehouse, toys 
and a cute handmade Easter bunny soft toy. 
Happy Easter from all of us at The Love Shack, Goolwa SA. 
*It wasn't easy trying to take pics of them all with treats around lol They all had their bandannas on, its just that they aren't showing up clearly in some of the pics.

In top pic is Renae, Miah in the middle with Joey on the right hand side of her.  Bottom left is Renae and Miah.  Next to  it is Joey on his own. 

Miah's Loveheart Marking

Its another sign she was the One! (we did have to squish her marking to make it look more like a love heart)  ;-)

Of course Joey and Renae are also the love of our lives :)

We are not sure what will happen to that patch of hair as she gets bigger. But for now It's very cute!

Miah's Graduation From Puppy School

Miah passed Puppy School last night with flying colours. No issues with other puppies or their owners. She was  full of confidence throughout the whole five sessions of it. I think her favourite part of it was going through/up/into all the obstacles. Not sure where we will go from here, but definitely  want to encourage her to keep being interactive with other dogs/people in various social situations.

Just a few photos of her at home after having graduated.

''I Told You I Didn't Need To Go To Puppy School To Show You  Both  How Smart I Am '' !

''Meh, It's Tough Being A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Training These Humans ''!

''Leave Me Alone Now, I Need My Beauty Sleep'' ! 

''Sleeping  Soundly With My Big Beautiful Sister Renae'!

A previous Blog post from when Miah first started Puppy School

*Miah's cute Easter Bandanna was made by Erica Davison of Haughty McNaughty

Please help us win Pet of the Month

I have entered a  pic of Miah in a 'Pet Of the Month' Competition  on the  Rufus and Coco face book page , if you would like to help us win please click HERE  and 'like' and or comment on  her photo on their page. Thank you :)

Miah's Outing To Victor Harbor SA Today

We have been taking Miah out for drives to get her used to being in the car and also so she can  meet  new people/kids/dogs and be able to experience  new sights and smells.
Photos taken randomly  from a mobile phone camera.

Miah is now 16 weeks old :)

Miah's First Outing

Well  this morning we took Joey, Renae and Miah out for a drive down to our local river. Miah was very well behaved while being walked on her leash (well apart from her being a normal puppy and wanting to play a bit), and enjoyed sniffing the ground, the water and lots of other exciting new smells. I saw a couple that looked friendly enough jogging slowly towards us, and they slowed right down, so I asked them if they would like to give her a little pat as I am wanting to expose her to people in social situations away from home. She was very friendly to them, as I thought she would be. I didn't walk her for too long as she's sill very young and is still  developing her muscles etc.

Miah's First Puppy Kindy Session

Miah went very well at her first session of puppy kindy tonight. Most of the other puppies were a lot bigger than her, even the 8 week old border Collie x ! They were a little bit boisterous for her and she did recoil a few times  back away from them (and I had to stop myself stressing  badly that they might accidently want to play too rough with her) , but once she worked up her confidence again, she was game to go back and say hello to them,  that's our girl ! The trainer said she has quite a bit of focus, which is good !

Its All About Having Fun When You Are A Puppy

I haven't been posting as many  updates since Miah has come to live with us. This is due to us being  fully occupied with her over everything else lol. Like a young child, she is into everything, well between her naps.

Miah had her 12 weeks vaccinations yesterday, all went very well. The vet said she is in very good health!

I just wish I had the same amount of energy she has, but like someone said to me the other day, be grateful  she has,  as thats a good sign of a very health puppy!

Miah's First Video

Click on link. Best Viewed with volume up :)
Miah's First Video


Song 'There's Dog Hair In Everything I Do' by Randi Breese

Precious Moments

These couple of photos I must say evoke bittersweet emotions from me, happy ones and some sad ones...

Renae will be 11 this year, and was recently diagnosed with a liver issue. The Vets don't really know what exactly is causing it. She has had tests done and been on medications. Not  much else can be done but to  keep an eye on her tor any changes. She has good days and bad days.  We are not sure how much longer she will be with us but every moment and  extra day we have with her is a bonus, and we treasure the time we have left with her.

Miah And Her New Big Brother Joey

 Four days on... and  Joey, Renae , the cats and Pepsi the bunny  are  starting to slowly getting used  to Miah being a part of their  household. Every so often we see a little breakthrough. Here is just one example from this morning that  we  managed to capture. Everyone say Awwwww :)

Miah's New Life At The Love Shack in Goolwa

I am a  bit behind with my updates. Why you ask? Well because Miah  has finally come to live with us (9th Feb) and all I can do is keep watching her with so much happiness and Joy! Plus anyone whose ever owned a puppy knows how  full of beans they can be, well between their naps lol

8 More Sleeps Till Miah Comes To Live With Us!!

Well the countdown is now on, only 8 more sleeps until  Miah comes to live with us! wohooo! Can you tell how excited I am ??  well my Husband and I both are ;-)

Miah's breeder will be bringing her up to our place, there will be a fair bit of traveling involved, but I am sure she will be just fine!

Update at 8 weeks!

Firstly I would like to say a big Thank you to Jenny, Miah's breeder for all these regular lovely updates. Its something we were looking for in a breeder, and that is 'Communication'. They say a good breeder is worth their weight in Gold ! We have the same with Joey and Renae's breeder as well. It is something that is very important to us! :)

Its been a big week for Miah and her siblings with many new experiences. They have now all been microchipped and had their first vaccinations. Miah did very well both in the car and also at the vets where she enjoyed being fussed over and didn't object to any of the examinations. She passed her health checks with flying colours.

All going to plan Jenny will be bringing Miah up to us in the next 2 weeks.My husband Michael is taking a short time off work so we can both be home to help settle her in. We now have a couple of  puppy pens and have been getting our place organised for her arrival.I keep saying to Joey and Renae, Miah will be here soon, but they have no idea what I am on about lol

Its official her full registered name is 'Cooinda Moon Light Melody Miah'

The last photo reminds us of Renae with the way she sleeps at times too ;-)


*All photo are the property of Jenny Brice. Please do not use. Thank you Kindly.

Update at 7 weeks!

The Cooinda puppies were 7 weeks old last Tuesday, how quickly are they all growing !

This is part of  the recent weekly update email Jenny their breeder sent us .

''At 7 weeks the puppies are now eating 3 good meals a day , confidently running and playing all over the back yard and up and down the back steps and  ramp and interacting with the adult cavaliers. Mindy is still allowing them to have a drink every now and then and is enjoying playing with them''

Here is a photo of them all eating together. I thought Jenny their breeder had chosen the purple bowl for Miah but she said its the one Miah started eating  from. Jenny gives them plastic bowls while they are still young for safety reasons, and its easier also for her to handle when feeding them all. Miah will come to us with a purple ceramic bowl Jenny has bought her.  Purple is the colour I have chosen to be Miah's colour ;-)

Here is a photo of Miah snuggling up with her toy friends. It's exhausting work running around and playing when you are a puppy ! ;-)

As Requested More Pics of Miah !

I have had a few people ask if I am able to share some more photos of Miah from our recent visit to meet her. Of course I'm happy to share some more. She is just over 6 weeks old in these photos.
See previous blog post about our recent meet and greet with Miah and her family   :)

*These images were taken by and are the property of Michael Buddle. Please do not download or share elsewhere without written permission . Thank you Kindly.

Miah Meets Jules !

What a lovely morning we have had !

My  husband (Michael ) and I  finally  met Miah and her family, and her wonderful breeder Jenny!

She's growing up!

Miah and her litter mates turned 6 weeks old  this week!

Her and her brothers and sister are going really well . I am very lucky her breeder (Jenny) keeps us updated every week on their progress along with new pics of them!

My Husband and I are going to meet Miah and her family this weekend at her home. We can't wait! :)

Miah at 6 weeks old. Photo taken by Jenny Brice.

Miah discovers the outside world !

Miah and her siblings are now 5 weeks old !

Under the watchful and loving eye of their Mother 'Mindy' and Jenny (their breeder) they are now being introduced to the outside world for short periods.

Here is Miah enjoying her time among nature :)

And Miah with her Sister 'Quinta'

We are hoping to go meet Miah and her family in about a weeks time :)

Photos taken by and belong to Jenny Brice.

Announcing Our Little Girl's name

We never thought naming a puppy would be as difficult as it has been..

We were looking for something that represented her being born on our 8th Wedding Anniversary. Her and her litter mates weren't actually due on the 27th Nov 2012, but came a bit earlier. It was like it was meant to be ! I actually dreamt about the birth I think the night before, well close enough to the big event. I did see Tri colour puppies in among them. So there has been a few symbolic events that we have wanted to link up to her name. We were also trying to find one that had an Aboriginal meaning to it, as her Prefix is Cooinda, which means 'Happy Place'