Move over groundhog, meet Rowan’s new forecasting turtle
On a frigid, early-February morning, while thousands gathered in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, to watch Punxsutawney Phil’s 140th Groundhog Day prediction, South Jersey saw its own weather lore come to life, with a twist. For the first time, a turtle took center stage...
Week one with the newborn puppies
It’s been both a horrific and wonderful week since the puppies were born. I lost one of the puppies on Friday, and the grief I have over losing this beautiful little boy is incredible. I had named him Udon Noodles, and he is the first puppy I have lost in my 16 years...
Seven bull terrier puppies welcomed into the world
Regular readers may know that I own a dog-training business while participating in dog shows and breeding bull terriers. As many of you know, Miki, a beloved bull terrier of mine, has been getting ready to have babies! In the lead-up to the big day, Miki had a...
Meet the breed: The Bull Terrier
In less than a week, my Bull Terrier, Miki, is expected to deliver her puppies! The puppies are kicking now, and Miki is doing great, which is always a relief. The whelping box, where the newborn puppies will live, and all the other supplies are in place, so we are...
How one local dog breeder prepares for puppies
In two weeks, my next litter of Bull Terrier puppies will be making their big debut, and I am starting to get excited. Miki, my pregnant dog, is doing great. She’s being a bit of a diva about eating, so I’m feeding her by hand, but whatever it takes. She is still...
