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How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By YouAs I looked in at Fergie nursing her pups this morning the James Taylor 1975 hit song ...
06/23/2025

How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You

As I looked in at Fergie nursing her pups this morning the James Taylor 1975 hit song lyrics, "How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You" stayed in my mind. A peaceful and nourishing image to start my day.

These English Cocker Spaniel pups out of Fergie and Otis are 11 days old. They have been "on the move" pushing themselves to get to Fergie to nurse since their birth and they are relentless nursers!

A Gift from the HeartOver the 30+ years of having Kirby Mountain Kennels we have received so many wonderful gifts. Beyon...
06/22/2025

A Gift from the Heart

Over the 30+ years of having Kirby Mountain Kennels we have received so many wonderful gifts. Beyond the gift of friendship a sampling of gifts include ( but are not exclusive to) plants for me and the grounds, to a shotgun for John, dozens of Dunkin Donuts, pies, all different wildlife prints, portraits of the dogs, many personalized blankets, shirts, hats, furniture, specialty food items and the list could go on with amazing candy and specialty cookies, and other hand crafted items made especially by folks who valued their dogs beyond what words could express.

And mostly you have shared your stories, your families, and your dog wisdom with us; all time and things that are unavailable to purchase.

I was emphatically reminded of this today as I experienced my day through 3 different opportunities with friends who my initial connection with them is through our pups.

I feel so blessed with these relationships that span beyond the time with and about the dogs and training.

Thank you all for enriching my life by including me in your lives.

06/21/2025

On the Move

At almost a year and a half old Otis is a joy to watch in action. Suzanne asked this morning what I think the best toy is for active pups and I must say all flying, hopping, croaking and "chasable" things depending on the breed of dog.

Otis, our English Cocker Spaniel, loves butterflies in the air and has dug his way through the front exercise pen locating and tossing worms. Not my cup of tea but he sure is entertaining no matter what "toy" he has!

As for fabricated toys all my pups love the "Chuck it" toys, especially the Flying Squirrel.

A Solstice StretchAfter a long week with some construction limiting the dogs' ability to run freely around the yard, Oti...
06/21/2025

A Solstice Stretch

After a long week with some construction limiting the dogs' ability to run freely around the yard, Otis worked so hard chasing anything in motion that he ran himself right out of gas.

Here he is as he slowed down for a very brief rest.

Hopeful This morning the peaceful start to our day at Kirby Mountain Kennels is taken as a reflection of how the day can...
06/18/2025

Hopeful

This morning the peaceful start to our day at Kirby Mountain Kennels is taken as a reflection of how the day can continue given the construction project that will start.

The two doe worked their way around the pond as I continued to prepare for the arrival of the contractor. After 4 years of research the window replacement project will begin and the dogs will have a new experience to add to their repertoire.

No doubt they will cope with the chaos better than I will since they pivot so well in the field and woods!

I'm Not Stuck Yet!Kirby Mountain's Samantha chased a chipmunk into a hollow log after her swim in Lake Winnipesaukee. Sa...
06/17/2025

I'm Not Stuck Yet!

Kirby Mountain's Samantha chased a chipmunk into a hollow log after her swim in Lake Winnipesaukee.

Sam, an American Brittany, is an avid runner in the woods and on the trails, which is a good thing as her svelte and agile body allowed her to exit the log on her own the same way she entered it! No need to call the fire department.

"The Calm before the Storm"Anyone who has an English Cocker Spaniel can relate to this statement. Kirby Mountain Dublin ...
06/17/2025

"The Calm before the Storm"

Anyone who has an English Cocker Spaniel can relate to this statement. Kirby Mountain Dublin is taking a minute to recharge his battery. Does this resonate with you?

It sure does me as I just finished working with Otis, my ball of energy and affection. He is a passed out soggy ball of fur asleep in his crate!

We're Gaining!At 4 days old Fergie and Otis' pups are growing quickly. Fergie is an attentive mother who still enjoys pl...
06/16/2025

We're Gaining!

At 4 days old Fergie and Otis' pups are growing quickly. Fergie is an attentive mother who still enjoys plenty of activity now that she is four days in.

The first few days I had to coerce her to leave her pups and go for a walk. Today she was excited to see her chuck-it flying squirrel. We'll see what tomorrow brings as some overdue repairs and construction begins.

We wish all a happy Father's Day!Otis, Otto, Timmy, and Arthur, all the canine fathers at Kirby Mountain Kennels had a g...
06/15/2025

We wish all a happy Father's Day!

Otis, Otto, Timmy, and Arthur, all the canine fathers at Kirby Mountain Kennels had a great day and hope you did as well.

Kirby Mountain Kennels:Our Next GenerationMaeve Patricia Wolfel made her entrance into our lives on 6/1/2025 and what a ...
06/14/2025

Kirby Mountain Kennels:
Our Next Generation

Maeve Patricia Wolfel made her entrance into our lives on 6/1/2025 and what a joy she has been!

The dogs are all adjusting fine both at her house and here, the cats are not so happy with the addition but they will have to adjust.

John Hayes has the biggest grin he can muster as he proudly looks down on this beautiful grand daughter of his who will grow up with the incredible dogs he worked so hard to have.

First Litter for OtisOtis, Eshod's Whisper Through the Mountains and Fergie's English Cocker Spaniel litter finally came...
06/13/2025

First Litter for Otis

Otis, Eshod's Whisper Through the Mountains and Fergie's English Cocker Spaniel litter finally came through Wednesday night into Thursday early morning.

Both parents are black but carry the genetic ability to produce other colors. This litter has 2 liver pups and one golden.

The pups and Fergie are doing well and Otis and I just got in from the woods, for Otis it was a vigorous run around the training grounds, for me it was a fast paced walk keeping up a quartering pup!

A Long and Beautiful DayToday started earlier than usual as Fergie's labor was progressing. As I had my coffee I noticed...
06/12/2025

A Long and Beautiful Day

Today started earlier than usual as Fergie's labor was progressing. As I had my coffee I noticed something peculiar in the field. I suspected a deer and as I watched I could see she had her fawn laying with her. They slowly got up, stretched and wandered up the field toward the mountain.

Here on the other end of the day I get to be with Fergie as she is delivering her pups after a long day of labor. I think eventually we will all sleep well tonight.

It is a day filled with the miracle of life giving life and I have the privilege of experiencing its' complexity and beauty in the Northeast Kingdom.

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