Dez is the contented, new, mommy to four tiny boys.  They are each exceptionally appealing fawn colored pups.

Little eyes, as yet unfocused, peek out, then roll and sway to the rhythm of soft, round bellies pushing into other swollen pots.  Claws grasp and grip siblings noses, ears or tails; all, in search of Dez. These sweet, soft, furry newborns are already learning to push up on their forepaws.  A marvelous milestone as they develop and mature at the speed of light.  Much, much too quickly – this infantile newborn stage is too brief.  (…said the casual observer.  Kudos to Rob’s unceasing attention!)

Their first photo session required a raised table – without the lift their petite bodies would be just bits of tawny fluff in the grass – bellies or not.  The puppies were photographed on the 15th day after their birth.

Mewing, snuffling exploration is quiet, then piercing, then interrupted by a unique miniature sneeze or robust yawn, followed next by a sudden return to twitchy puppy sleep.   So much to do and so little time in between naps!

All this charm mixes with an old milk smell while claws urge the holder to hug back; hold fast.  The experience makes one certain that angels come in many forms.

Dez loves her babies.  Sydney and Kiwi love the babies.  Every person who sees these pups loves them.  These new pups are well loved!!

Aunt Sydney keeping watch …