Dentbros Dogs get together for puppy reunion!

It’s so lovely to see my puppies once they are grown up. It brings me so much joy, seeing my puppies with their families and hearing about all their adventures together. I have managed to arranged a few get togethers in the past and today we had a puppy reunion once again. 25 dogs bred by me, plus a few extras, gathered today in Heath and Reach.

I’m astounded that so many owners are prepared to travel such long distances for a puppy reunion! Cornwall, East Sussex and Birmingham to name a few places they came from. Of course quite a few do live nearby too.

Getting to know you

My owners know each other, because each litter has its own WhatsApp group, where they can talk about all the problems you have with your puppies. They can share their experiences and let us know how they are doing.

It’s incredibly helpful, and has enabled some of the owners to become friends, even arranging their own meetups.

The next generations

It was very special today to see two of Quin’s puppies at the reuion. Lenny and Cassie are from Nala’s litter, sired by Quin. I am so pleased to be able to continue my lines in different ways and to support and mentor other breeders. Although both Nala’s and Winter’s owners have said they’re not doing it again – it’s very hard work!

The Punk Litter

The Punk Litter were the only complete litter at the puppy reunion today. They are two years old and looking gorgeous. Murmur absolutely LOVES having her photo taken and is looking very pretty, even though I do say so myself. That’s why she features so heavily on the calendar for next year.

It’s always so interesting to hear about how their characters are developing and what problems the owners have had. I can usually relate to the issues and have seen similar traits in my dogs. Murmur is a quiet girl, who can be demanding, especially for food. She can be reluctant to come back, if she thinks she knows the way.

Murmur looks extremely like her sister Vespa, from the Sunshine litter, (didn’t get a pic of them together) but Vespa is much smaller (didn’t get a pic of them together). Buzz and Murmur are also very alike.

Agility Dogs

I love all my puppies of course, but some are just a bit more special than others. Charlie, from the A to Z litter, is such a wonderful dog, thanks to Pippa’s loving care. He’s done really well in agility, just like his mum, Aura.

These next two pictures show Hollie and Amber with their agility wonder dogs – Pixie, Ounce’s sister and Mowgli, from the Sweetie Litter. They have both qualified to run at Crufts next year in the YKC ring, which will be amazing. Makes me so proud!

I should also mention Pixie no 1, Busy’s sister, who is also in grade 7, thanks to Helen’s efforts, unlike her sister, who has barely ever gone clear! Finn and Miri are also doing brilliantly, from the Lovely litter.

Chatting and mingling at the puppy reunion

It’s hard to know how best to organise an event like this. The dogs all find it pretty intense, so it’s quite likely some disagreements will happen! Actually, at this puppy reunion they were all pretty well behaved – I don’t think any blood was spilled on this occasion.

I did supply a few cakes, and of course I had my charity calendars and Charity Advent Jigsaws, selling to raise money for Canine Concern.

Lots of people did go for a walk and spent time catching up with each other.

Group photos?

Inevitably, we have to try and get a group photo and inevitably, it is almost impossible to do. Particularly since one family left before the last family arrived!

Border Collies are pretty easy to get photos with though as they do pay attention and will at least usually stay with their owners. Unfortunately, my five knew that I was the one taking the picture! Hilarious.

Overally though, it really makes my heart sing, seeing so many beautiful, healthy, happy dogs, as a result of my efforts. Big thanks as always to Chris, for his neverending support.

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