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Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Why do you not "show puppies" like a pet stores? | www.ToysandTeacups.com


Why do you not "show puppies" like a pet stores?
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Many people question if they can pick out in person, see, touch, or play with the puppies before they are ready to go to their forever homes at 8-12 weeks of age. The answer to the question is NO. People usually do not understand the reason why we enforce this rule at our kennels/boutique. I hope this blog post can help families better understand. 
There are several reasons why we do not let anyone around the new puppies between birth and 12 weeks. The main reason and to me the most important is to protect our adult dogs and the puppies. Below you will find not only details as to why the answer is no but also information as to what you can do in the mean time to prepare for your puppy if you have purchased from us.

First, it is extremely stressful for the mom to have strangers visit as she is caring for her new litter. This in turn will put stress on the new born pups. Remember, you are one of many people  who are getting a puppy, not including everyone else who “just wants to peek at or play with the new babies before they decide to purchase.” If we allow everyone to see, touch, or spend time with the new pups, the mom’s routine would be disrupted: her eating and caring for pups and even her ability to produce enough healthy milk for them could be at risk. We have also had moms stress and kill their new litters due to anxiety and stress and adding in new faces and new smells can add on to her anxiety and stress levels.

Like a new baby, the opportunity for young pups to pick up infectious diseases is increased with all new contacts. Their immune systems are building, so at this time, the moms and pups live in whelping nests (Pack and Play pens/Birthing Nursery) which have controlled temperatures and are separate from all outside traffic. Most illnesses and diseases are innocently carried on people’s shoes and clothing. (Parvo can live in the soil for over 30+ years) Entire litters of puppies can be wiped out within 48 hours by the puppy killer parvo virus. This disease could be picked up unknowingly by people in a school yard, a park, or on a sidewalk, and this is only one disease. We cannot risk exposing our dogs and your puppy to diseases that could destroy them.

Your puppy is not the only puppy. By protecting all of our puppies from stress and disease that could be brought on by high traffic, we are protecting your puppy. Just think about how you would feel if someone who just wanted to see his or her pup or were just "shopping around for a puppy" happened to bring in stress or illness that would cause us to lose a litter and you to lose your future puppy. We have heard from many people that pet stores, other breeders, or other kennels let clients visit puppies; the reality is that their number one concern is selling a puppy. Also, will those people be there to support you, replace the puppy, or guide you in the days, weeks, or years after you get your puppy home? Are they willing and capable to help you with training, breeding, behavioral, or health questions? Just because someone allows you to see the puppy, it does not indicate the quality of dog or of service you will receive throughout the puppy’s lifetime.

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. We take great care and much time caring for all of our dogs and their puppies. It is time and energy consuming. This is what we do best, so please let us do it. We understand your excitement, and we are happy that you are enthusiastic about getting your pup. But until you take your puppy home, we are responsible and the puppy’s health and safety is our priority. I guarantee you that in 8-12 weeks after the birth it will be well worth your wait. You will reserve a well adjusted Healthy- Happy Puppy! 

We update photos every 2-3 weeks on a puppy litter calendar rotation schedule. (Depending on how many litters we have at the time) We will email them to the new families when it is time for your litter to be updated. We like for our families to see their new family member growing and getting ready to come to their new homes. (This is for families who have reserved a puppy with a deposit) View our Deposit info on our FAQ page. www.toysandteacups.com - We even do VIDEOS now! We are new at videos and usually post 1 video for each litter when they are around 5-8 weeks of age.


What Can you do in the meantime?

1. Puppy proof your home. 
2. Be sure to purchase the items on the shopping list before pick up. 
3. Set up Pack and Play pen and have area ready for puppy. 
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Thank you,
Merry Melton Hollaway Daniels 
www.toysandteacups.com
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Monday, October 12, 2015

Happy Howl-O-Ween! www.toysandteacups.com

              HAPPY HOWL-O-WEEN!
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We are counting down the days till Halloween here at Alabama Toys and Teacups Puppy Boutique! But always be careful and keep your pets away from the candy bowl. All forms of chocolate -- especially baking or dark chocolate -- can be dangerous, even lethal, for dogs and cats. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning may include vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, and seizures. Halloween candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol can also be poisonous to dogs. Even small amounts of xylitol can cause a sudden drop in blood sugar and subsequent loss of coordination and seizures. And while xylitol toxicity in cats has yet to be established, it's better to be safe than sorry.



Tuesday, November 4, 2014

We got behind on our Blogging! BUT WE ARE BACK!

We have been very busy the past few months and got behind on our blog- But we are BACK! We will use our blog to help keep our Customers informed on New Litters born, Available puppies and events that our boutique will be having. We hope you will follow us!


Christmas is fast approaching and we have lots of awesome new puppy couture on its way to the boutique!


Thank you all and God Bless,
Merry Melton
WWW.TOYSANDTEACUPS.COM
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Monday, April 15, 2013

Toys and Teacup Yorkie Puppies www.toysandteacups.com

 
Thank you again for this amazing puppy! 2lbs 11 ounces full grown! I even taught him to smile! - Barri Platt
 
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Friday, December 14, 2012

A letter from a Puppy - Merry Christmas www.toysandteacups.com

Dear Miss Merry, I am lovin my new family. I am learning so much and growing just the same. Shhhh, I am being a lil spoiled! My Mommy thinks that every time she goes shopping, I need a new outfit. (yep, she first said she was never dressing...
her dawg) Nothing wrong with that, right? And my Daddy believes that any accidents I may have are NEVER my fault. That's pretty cool. I've snooped around and I see there are presents under the tree for me. I have been so good not to touch any of them. In fact for the most part, I truly have been the best puppy ever!!! Must go now to snug with my Mommy and Daddy. Just want to wish you and your family A Very Merry Chrismas. Love, Lil Miss Mollee and The Bommarito Family.
 
 
Thank you so much for this sweet letter Ms. Mollee and The Bommarito family - Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all!
 
 
 

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Alabama Toys and Teacups www.toysandteacups.com

I love opening up my email to email like this- Made my day- Thank yall all so much!

Hello Merry
Just wanted to let you know about Gus' visit to the vet.
After a thorough exam, the vet said "I'm impressed, and I'm not easily impressed"
He said he is a perfect example of a fine breed, and also said he is remarkable.
He went on and on about his perfect coloring,size,coat,teeth etc...and even that h...
e has a perfect mouth.
He said he sees so many of this breed not in good health with problems from the head to the feet, he said it is all about the breeder and that you have done an excellent job.
I thought you might like to know you definitely have a fan in Oxford, Alabama.
Gus is doing very well by the way and seems to have already adjusted to his new home.
And of course my husband and I love him so much.
Thanks so much
Jeanene, George and Gus
 
 
 

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Toys and Teacups Puppy Halloween 2012

HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM WWW.TOYSANDTEACUPS.COM


We had such a great time this Halloween and even more fun coming with the Fall BARK FOR LIFE this coming weekend- Sat. Nov. 3rd 2012-  Please join us for this wonderful cause! Here is a link to the American Cancer Society: http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=46131 
 
 
This year we had a fun Halloween Photo contest on our website and Facebook page: If you have not liked our facebook page- Please visit it and be sure to LIKE to stay updated on all the fun contest and event we have at the boutiques and kennels: http://www.facebook.com/ToysAndTeacupsBoutique
 

CONGRATS TO OUR NEW HALLOWEEN WINNER FOR 2012!

 
 
 
 

Monday, October 29, 2012

Happy and Healthy Puppies!! Alabama Puppies


We Love Getting Sweet Emails From our Puppy Parents!! Here is one:

Getting to see my wonderful dogs everyday is the BEST part of my day! Almost two years ago, I purchased my first dog, Bentley, who is a yorkie! He adjusted extremely well and was very good at potty training! I already had one sweet puppy, and they got along instantly!! He is such a loyal dog, and may I add, such a mommy's boy!! :) He is extremely smart and learned tricks so well!!! He does not mess or chew anything up, which is why I am comfortable with leaving him to roam in the house all day while I am at work! I really wanted another dog, and was so blessed to win the $500 off a puppy contest!!! Therefore, just recently, I purchased my second dog from Alabama Toys and Teacups, Bridgette, which is also a yorkie, and since I purchased her, about 3 weeks ago, she is already potty trained!!!! She gets soooo excited when she goes on the pad! And once again, all of my dogs got a long very well!!!! Bentley instantly loved her!!! She is so playful and sweet, does not keep me up at night (she sleeps from 10 pm to 7 am, no lie!), and is definitely a little daddy's girl! ;) If you are looking to get a dog, Alabama Toys & Teacups is the place to go!!! I am so blessed with 3 wonderful dogs, two from ATT, and would recommend this place to anyone!!! Thank you Alabama Toys and Teacups for loving dogs as much as I do and for taking the time to care for each one of them! You can really tell the love and attention they have had when you pick them up! Also, thank you to the owner, Merry, who is such a sweet woman and loves for all the dogs so much, even when they are adopted! :) --- Brittany Smith Angle

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Alabama Toys and Teacups Facebook



ALABAMA TOYS AND TEACUPS IS NOW ON FACEBOOK ----

COME AND CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK-- BE SURE TO LIKE OUR PAGE TO STAY UP TO DATE ON ALL THE EVENT COMING UP AND SALES WE ARE RUNNING!


http://www.facebook.com/#!/ToysAndTeacupsBoutique

 
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Sunday, September 9, 2012

Happy Customer in Florida- Alabama Toys and Teacups

I love Happy Customer emails--- (Thanks for the sweet email and photos!) Happy new mommy Barri sent me this email after getting her puppy via Delta First Class Florida- He's doing so well and even used the potty pad all by himself! He's been eating and drinking water and he's so playful and funny!!! He even let me cut his nails! couldn't be anymore in love! Thank you so much for sending me this sweetheart!!!

Friday, July 20, 2012

Colorado Shooting


We are saddened and shocked with the news today from Colorado. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families of the Colorado Shooting.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

An Albino Pomeranian born at Toys & Teacups www.toysandteacups.com

LOOK WHAT WAS BORN AT OUR KENNEL IN SMALL TOWN ALABAMA!!!

AN ALBINO POMERANIAN!! 

As you can tell we are VERY VERY EXCITED about this litter. We have twins! One male and One female born!!


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