Littlebay Tollers

07/28/2024

I got confirmation that Rin is pregnant, due August 24! Rin (Littlebays Butter With Pancake) was bred to Tank (Avatar's Flying Tank Commander).

**Litter application process now closed**

06/24/2024

There have been a lot of inquiries about potential litters for this year and next. I am currently planning a litter for this year, but I am not accepting applications at this time. I will be waiting until I have a confirmed pregnancy or until puppies have arrived. Keep an eye on my social media for announcements later this summer if my plans work out.

And for your viewing pleasure, an old photo of Bacon and Grits from my Breakfast litter

06/19/2024

Savoring every moment of our lake vacation

04/26/2024

Dot and Jolene had a successful weekend at the Obedience trial.
Dot earned her Rally Intermediate title.
Jolene earned her Rally Novice title.

03/06/2024

All dogs require handling and or grooming at some point in their lives. You owe it to them to teach them how to accept, tolerate and even enjoy these types of things!

Here are a few tips for starting puppies!
- start handling and gently restraining as part of your regular interactions.
- start brushing regularly, even when they don’t need it
- handle feet!
- look at teeth, ears, and mouth.
- have a helper to feed or reward the puppy during the process!
During all of this it’s important to be calm and gentle, but also a bit firm! Praise and reward good behavior and don’t be quick to let the dog pull away or have a tantrum. This sets them up for a bigger fight down the road.

Some tips for adult dogs who already don’t appreciate handling and grooming.
- use a likmat or something as simple as a tupperware lid with peanut butter on it. Every time the brush comes out the PB comes out. It’s a win win!
- keep sessions short but frequent
- sometimes it helps to elevate them. On a table or counter top.
- teach your dog to accept a muzzle so it’s not a trauma if your groomer or vet has to use one.
- be patient.
- look into some cooperative care games. There are some pretty cool ideas out there for nail care games and such! (Maybe I’ll do a list of them in another post!)
- know the level of grooming your breed requires and work on it. Doodles often have thick curly coats that tend to may. They need a lot of brushing and from the skin. Not just the top part. Talk to your groomer and learn how to brush properly at home.

Grooming and handling doesn’t need to be a pain for either of you- but you do need to work at it! This cutie is Sadie and when I got her she really hated all things about grooming. But we work on it and she’s a lot better! Who wouldn’t love a manicure where you get a cookie per toe nail!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas from the Littlebay Tollers

07/25/2023

Please be aware that there is a scam page that is using my kennel name, pictures, and an email address that is very similar to mine.

This is my only page. The dogs you see belong to me.

If you are planning on purchasing a puppy, please ask for proof of everything before sending money. Ask about health clearances, pedigree, references... etc.

When you inquire about a puppy from me, you can expect:
-A puppy application to fill out. It is not first come first served
- you will need to pick up puppy in person. I do not ship in cargo and I want to meet you
- the right puppy will be carefully chosen for you.

If you do come across our photos on another page, please report it.

03/25/2023

Rin and Eliot welcomed 5 boys and 4 girls on March 24. Meet the Spice Litter.

02/08/2023

Dog squad goals

11/30/2022

Just gotta drop some cute pictures of Jolene

10/21/2022

Loaded up a couple of dogs and went for a quick trip to hike Bear's Hump before the snow hits

10/01/2022

Puppies are busy and 7 weeks old now. Soon they'll be headed home.

Unfortunately scammers are stealing a lot of photos so posting their cute faces has been limited

08/16/2022

Could sit and watch puppies all day long

08/13/2022

Dot had 5 girls and 2 boys on August 12. Meet the "Name That Tune" Litter: Jolene, Mickey, Johnny, Stacy, Fancy, Caroline, and Lucy.

08/04/2022

Here’s a great article I found this morning for a client. It’s all about how to bring a new puppy home to a household with adult dogs! It can be a challenge sometimes so it’s important to think about things from your dogs perspective!

https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/training/5-tips-for-introducing-a-new-puppy-to-your-dog/?amp=1

My favorite part…
“4. Exhaust your puppy elsewhere. Most of the time, the new puppy’s very favorite thing will be the resident dog. As flattering as that may look, it is very hard to be the constant recipient of that much enthusiastically rendered physical love all day long.”

This is very true. Puppies love dogs. And don’t understand why dogs don’t love them back. So they get more submissive and more pushy and try harder to love them more. Which in turn makes it extra awkward for your adult dog. It’s not fair to them- so be sure to step in and save the dog! Interrupt the puppy and give them something else to do!

Cute puppy picture of little Zoe, who is an only dog, but so cute!

07/15/2022

So lucky to have our own little spot to camp and swim

07/11/2022

Rin made her debut at Sprinters. Not only did she earn her Novice Sprinter title today, she also won a big ribbon for fastest non-sighthound in her height range.
While her first run was hilarious to watch (so confused), she quickly caught on and finished her last run at 36.45km/hr

06/21/2022

I lost Rhea to lymphoma on June 1.
She came home with me in October of 2011 from Pikkinokka Kennels. Funny thing, she wasn't supposed to be my puppy. Fate stepped in, mixed up some puppies, and I was blessed with her.
Rhea was the most mischievous one of my girls. Wildly independent and a finder of trouble. She did everything in life with a wagging tail. Rhea loved long walks, chasing the bumper at the lake, running after squirrels, and, of course, snacks. I am forever thankful for the memories and legacy she has left behind

Pikkinokka's Moon Goddess ITD RN
August 19, 2011 - June 1, 2022

06/19/2022

Summer is finally here! That means lake time

03/23/2022

Typical day with a Toller

03/14/2022

I may actually miss the snow for once. Keeps the dogs way cleaner

12/18/2021

Love a good Christmas photo

12/05/2021

Summer photo dump!

12/05/2021

Please be wary when searching for breeders online. There are a lot of scam pages popping up claiming to have puppies available

Beware that up to 80 percent of websites advertising dogs for sale online are actually nothing more than puppy scams. Here's how to spot them.

08/09/2021

What is blue-green algae and what makes is so toxic for dogs?

07/02/2021

Keeping cool in the heatwave by walking early and getting soaked

05/15/2021

Summer is here! All they want is to swim and fetch all day