We're running on fumes!!!

Wow!! We're almost on empty. Running on fumes. September is traditionally a fairly slow month in the puppy business. People are still adjusting to back-to-school, going to football games, etc., not really thinking about adding a new pet to their home.


HOWEVER, things went CRAZY here this past weekend! That's why I haven't been around (besides the tree falling on us). We're down to 8 puppies in the puppy room (6 TPP puppies and 2 rescues)! Insane!!! We ran out of starter kits...it was a madhouse. Sorry to admit that we were totally unprepared and asleep at the wheel. Just plain ole wasn't expecting it. Not enough puppies, not enough staff, not enough of anything.


But we're cookin' with gas now!!! Never fear!!! Supply (food, crates, supplies) trucks are on the way, and we have staff out on the roads looking at puppies. As a matter of fact, we should be in good shape by tomorrow or Thursday! SORRY!! Thanks for loving us anyway!!!

Uh-Oh!!! Look Out for Falling Trees!!

Remember back on August 28th, when I posted this post about the great view out of my office window?? Well check out the view after Sunday night's storm:

Yep...falling trees. Here's what was left of that tree after it's top fell off (view from my window-look at the top center of the pic, where the trunk just stops):

Here's what happened...Ness and I were at Play N Stay (in the play yards) when the tree fell onto the roof at The Perky Puppy. Then it slid off the side of the house and landed outside my window, but not before leaving it's calling card (a large branch) in the roof. Also note the marks on the siding under the right corner of my window:

We got away pretty easy I think. We've got some holes in the roof (currently covered by rubber matting) and the peak is beat up. The siding took a few hits, but that's all that we can find. Our favorite contractor is on vacation (Go figure!), but will give us an estimate soon.

This was my view this morning...my favorite heroes from Stottler Tree Service! They were here first thing (just got ahold of them last night, because their power is out too). I love these guys!!




Give 'em a call if you need tree removal: 740-425-5718. Tell Dwayne that Jessica sent ya!!!


THANK GOD THAT NOBODY WAS HURT! But I do have to tell you that the dogs at PNS were freaked out without power. They weren't fond at all of doing everything by flashlight in the pitch black. Thankfully, AEP had us back up and running just after midnight.

ADOPTED!!

Big News--- Chipmunk got a wonderful home! Yes, I cried...only because I'm gonna miss his chipmunk cheeks. I made the new owners SWEAR that they will bring him for a visit, since at least 50% of him is a big ole mystery! Will he ever grow into those cheeks? Is he just big because he got all of Momma's milk? What's with all that fluff...is he gonna be long-haired?

Can't wait to find out!!! I'll keep you posted!

YAY for Chipmunk!!!!

In other news, "No Name Yet" got a very good home too! Apparently, the new owner has been watching him online for quite awhile. Now it all makes sense...that's why he hadn't found a home...he was waiting for HER!!! He just snuggled with her and loved being held. He didn't like it much when I held him...always trying to wiggle out of my arms and get down onto the floor. Stinker.

It was a wild weekend here at TPP. So glad these two got adopted. Life is Good!!!

Did you miss me??

Hey...I'm back!!

Did you miss me??

I missed you. I've been buried under a ton of stuff...sorry!!

OK...so now that I'm back, I'm gonna be blunt and ask for your help...

Will you please help spread the word about our new rescue puppies? I really want this to be a great opportunity for these puppies and for the people who are looking to rescue a puppy. We need some good "word of mouth" action to help get these rescues into homes.

As an incentive, I've got the pricing way down on most of them and I'll give 20% off of supplies.

Here's where we are:
"MOMMA"-still needs a home. Shy with those she doesn't know, but an AMAZING dog!! I've got some video of her to share soon.

"Jimmy the Beagle"-really doing well on housebreaking...still needs a home...VERY SMART...LOVES TO EAT!!! (Did I mention that he is smart?)

"Chipmunk"-fluffy puppy...beautiful personality...still needs a home. Sweetest little guy.

"Bruzer"-the English Bulldog/pug puppy...he's a hoot. (He was also originally a $950. puppy, and he's now neutered, done with his puppy shots, and has had his rabies vaccine.) Has that big tough look, but very tender-hearted. Working on his housebreaking.

Beagle/Lab puppy-Starting to wonder about his heritage...he's pretty short...very nice puppy...definitely needs a home soon, as well as a name.

Please spread the word. You have all done a great job of telling the Ohio Valley about The Perky Puppy...now they need to know about the rescues.

Thank you in advance! You are wonderful! We couldn't do this without you!

Rescue Update

Some LUCKY PUPPY rescue updates...

• THANK YOU VERY MUCH for the words of encouragement and recent donations to help care for the rescues! You are WONDERFUL and very generous! This is the beginning of a new concept in rescue...I can't wait to see what happens next! I'll keep ya posted!!
• Momma got spayed yesterday. She's really mad at me. I'm hoping she will get over it soon. Next week, she's going to start going to daycare at Play N Stay to expand her worldview and her exposure to new people!
• The Bulldog/Pug puppy is now a "rescue". He is a hoss! Not a delicate bone in his body!! He got neutered yesterday. He's handling it much better than Momma. (Of course, his surgery was a whole lot simpler.)
• We have 2 new fellows! They are being quarantined right now (in my kitchen-ugh!!), because they came from an unvaccinated background. We'll get them up to speed. They are red, shorthaired, probably going to be pretty big boys. If you are looking for a medium to large-sized dog, they might be what you've been waiting for...Their pics will come up on the website soon.
• We currently have 6 puppies and 1 adult available for rescue.
• You can read more about all of them here.

Variety is the spice of life!

WOW!!! Today is such a great day at Play N Stay! We have 25 dogs staying this weekend! And the best part is the variety...check this out...we've got:

2 Dachshunds, a Beagle, 2 Schnoodles (Schnauzer/Poodle), a Maltese, 2 Shih Tzus, a Pekingese, 2 Cocker Spaniels, a Lhasa Apso, 2 Yorkies, a Springer Spaniel, a Welsh Corgi, 2 Poodles, a Pomeranian, a German Shepherd, a Lab Mix, 2 Chihuahuas, a Bichon, and...um...something else...racking my brain...I'll figure it out and let you know...

Anyway, we had a 21 dog play group this morning before breakfast! It was so much fun! Many of this weekends dogs are "regulars", so they know they are stable and know the routine. The new guys are still figuring it all out (where to go, what to do, etc.), but that "pack nature" takes over, and they pick up what we do very quickly.

It's amazing to watch the transformation that occurs in an uncertain dog when he or she is hanging with a confident and stable pack. It's way more therapeutic than what people can accomplish. I can do my best to make the newbie feel comfortable and welcome, but the best comfort comes when they pick up on each others positive energy...the mood of the pack sets the tone for the day for everybody (including me).

So...What pack are YOU running with?? Do they help you through life when it's tough to find your way?? Do they make your life better?? Are they confident and stable?? If not, it may be time to reevaluate.

Have a great day!
Jess

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