Phoebe's Mom's Blog – February 2009 Archive (3)

This is it--the weekend Phoebe arrives!!! My husband will pick her up at the airport on Sunday (3/1) while my children and I do the final preparations back at the house. Our excitement is palpable. I cannot believe we made it--well, almost--the eight weeks to see her. It is truly a testament to my children's ability that they have made it through this week with tests and homework--and they did it so well. We cannot wait to cuddle our new little doodle girl.

I have read so much information about food choices that I have rendered myself incapable of making a choice. Phoebe is set to arrive on 3/1 so I need to make my decision soon. I spoke to her breeder and she told me she is feeding the puppies Purina Puppy Chow but the parents eat raw. Based on what I told her about my research, she told me that she is confident I will make the right choice for Phoebe and our family but I am really not too certain of that at the moment. I want to choose a food… Continue

Today our Phoebe turned four weeks old so we only have one more month to go before her arrival. I am starting to buy things for her from toys and shampoo to Chris Christensen grooming tools and a leash and collar. I now need to puppy-proof the house and decide on which food to start her on once she gets here. I must admit that has been one of my biggest decisions and challenges thus far--too many choices.. Another admission would be that I have some anxiety about this new little life joining my… Continue