ReMAP Dogs

22/06/2025

19/06/2025

Berry, Fig and Lupine are ready for homes of their own. These 12 week old pups will likely be 60-ish pounds as adults. We think they are shepherd/husky mix, but we really don't know.

They have been lovingly raised in our home with their mom and siblings. At this point, they're house-trained, crate-trained, good with other dogs, and walking very nicelty on leash.

Who has the softest fur? That would be Berry.
Who is the snuggiest? Fig really likes to curl up in your lap.
Who is the first to come when called? Our Loopy.

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17/06/2025

Puppies, puppies, puppies. Yes, they're cute and a sort of blank slate to acclimate into your family.

But honestly, I do what I do because of the mamas. The hard reality is that these female dogs who often get pregnant because they follow their hormones, because there is not enough low-cost spay/neuter services available. Their loving families cannot afford $1000 to prevent these unintended litters.

So, these absolutely amazing, family dogs find themselves in the shelter system with puppies to tend.

I save them all because those mama dogs do not deserve to die. And in our current pet overpopulation problem, that is a reality. A pregnant dog in the shelter, a mom dog with a lot of puppies, requires more resources than a single dog. It's just the reality that we live in today.

So, when I can save a family, I'm really saving the mom. AND what incredible, stellar dogs I am rewarded with!!!!!

Lily Rose is the latest. A calm, gentle soul who nurtured her 11 puppes and gave of herself in order for her pups to survive and thrive, has now found her forever family.

I am careful about my placements. There are a lot of conversations with potential adopters about how to give this particular puppy or dog the best chance at success.

I'm a little more particular with the mom dogs. In order to reach me, they've already navigated quite a bit. So they deserve a love match.

And that's what Lily got. Everything lined up, but what sealed the deal for me was when her family said multiple times, 'We just love her.'

Lily is so happy in her new home. Thank you all for your support.

17/06/2025

School is in session!

A solid adult dog can work magic with a bunch of hooligans. Tashi is a retired mama who has decided that our mission in life is to raise stellar puppies.

She steps in when the pups' mom is done done done with those puppy shenanigans. Or when the mama gets adopted! (Did I forget to announce Mama Lily Rose's adoption?).

Tashi is kind, yet firm with the pups. We introduce her to one or 2 pups at a time. But with these guys, she can handle all 4 (3 available for adoption, Poppy is back for a little visit).

She does not 'roll' the pups. But she uses her body and sometimes her voice to let the pups know what is expected. Puppies comply very quickly so that they can get to the fun of the interaction.

Just after these photos were snapped, Tashi did a nice play bow and ran. The pups chased her, she turned and chased them. Then she grabbed a toy and offered it to the each of them in turn for a game of tug.

OMG, I just love dogs. Their communication can be so clear. So refreshing.

One of these days, I'll get video, but for now, enjoy the lesson.

14/06/2025

Fig is available for adoption. He's 10 weeks old, will likely be 50-60 pounds as an adult, perhaps shepherd/husky mix.

When puppies in our care are adopted later than the rest of the litter, they continue to conquer new skills. And they do it fast!

They are not learning a new routine, or building relatonship with their new family, or getting used to a crate - they've been doing that with us all along.

So, what do we do? Just like an adopter, we introduce one new thing a day.

For example:
- reward the behavior you like and want to continue. In these photos, Fig is sitting and relaxing. We did not 'command' these behaviors, but we sure did reward them!

- expose to a trusted adult dog. Aunt Tashi loves this job. She helps one or 2 pups at a time, build their skills at interpreting dog body language. And of course, they play.

- leash walking. We've introduced a lot of puppies to a harness and leash. Last night, we walked 2 pups at a time on the sidewalk in front of our house. We did that in pairs to help with their confidence. There was no pulling, lots of stopping to sniff or watch the loud truck go by.

Today, the pups are going to take a little car ride and observe a large crowd of people, who just might be making a lot of noise.

Work with what you've got! Message me if you'd like to add a pup to your family.

13/06/2025

3 pups are looking for their forever homes. They're all males, 10 weeks old, close to being house-trained, love people and new adventures.

We think they'll be about 50-60 pounds as adults, shepherd/husky mix?

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11/06/2025

Happy 10 week old birthday to these puppies! 3 males still looking for their forever homes. At this age, they need daily enrichment. Strolling around the neighborhood provides all kinds of opportunities for new stuff.

But I couldn't really focus on that. Tomorrow, Lily will have her spay operation. This marks a turning point in her life. She will never have to carry an unintended litter again. She will never have to nurture and tend to puppies. Her fate will never again be dictated by her biology.

That's a win for her, and a big win for animal welfare.
But that's not even why I couldn't focus. I held tight to her leash. Not because she pulls or that I was worried I might drop it. But because this will be our last walk together. Lily's new family will welcome her into their lives tomorrow. And some small part of me doesn't want to let go.

I know her new family can give her so much more than I ever could. And once all the pups find their homes, I can welcome another mom and puppies, saving more lives. And while I will never tire of introducing puppies to a life of safe adventures, and sharing precious, quiet moments with mama dogs, a part of me wants this to end.

If I just hold tight to Lily's leash, will the flood of homeless pets stop?

09/06/2025

Adoption updates!

2 of Lily Rose's pups went to live on a ranch.

Pumpkin (white fluffy) is now Wilma and looks like she's directing the operations already!

Oak has a big brother and is living in Idaho.

One of the cool things about both of these adoptions is that I am long-time friends with both owners.

Ranch Life!!!

08/06/2025

These puppies will work for treats!

08/06/2025

When I was a kid, I'd lie in the grass on the first day of summer vacation and watch the clouds pass by. I imagined what it would be like to feel their fluffy softness.

Well, petting Berry is exactly that. His coat is softer than cotton candy looks, softer than a mohair scarf, softer than silk.

And just like summer vacation, Berry's whole life of possibilities is ahead of him - wide open with adventures to be adventured and a loving family to love.

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