Bae-bees Planned for Early 2022 *UPDATE* Born 25/04/2022
*UPDATE* Ariana blessed us with 6 little BeeBees on Anzac Day - Monday 25/04/2022 We have 4 girls and 2 boys See below for photos and updates on their progress.
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Theme: 'Plan Bee' The buzz on the streets is Plan A is now "Plan Bee"
Busy Bee Boasts:
Bee-yonce was right - who run the world? girls! Bee colonies have a single Queen Bee and thousands of female worker bees. Male bees (drones) only job in the hive is to "get busy" (mate).
Fermented honey, known as Mead, is the most ancient fermented beverage - sure to give you a buzz.
Forget about the "birds and the bees" - the term “honey moon” originated with the Norse practice of consuming large quantities of Mead during the first month of a marriage.
Just like the Bee Gees, Honey bees communicate through a series of dance moves; also known as the Waggle Dance
The earliest form of chemical warfare probably dates back to Turkey in 65 BC, and honey bees had a role in it, by producing toxic honey (or 'mad honey') after foraging on a certain plant - talk about Bee-Witched!
Aristotle thought bees were the bee's knees; the greek philosopher and scientist studied honeybees, which he kept in primitive hives. Some of his less than true "discoveries" were; bees do not give birth, but find their young in flowers, and that honey is not made by bees at all, but is distilled from dew or falls magically from the air.
Don't Worry, Bee Happy! 🐝💐
Sire: Ukko Ch A is for Awesome (Imp Nor)
Prcd-PRA = Clear DM = Clear Pompes/GSD II = Clear
Eyes: Clear Heart: Clear Hips: 1/2 International Grade A Elbows: 0/0
To Bee or Not to Bee... When working with living beings, sometimes things don't always go to plan, so a "Plan Bee" (or C or D) is needed. Some hiccups in our Plan A (Anura litter) has lead us on a search far and wide for the right sire for our next litter. We have been busy bees and came up with a couple of stunning options as possibilities. The very handsome Ukko usually lives in Melbourne with Terri Macdonald of Taigakoira, however was on a northern holiday just as we were expecting Ariana to come in season. Our greatest gratitude to Terri who approved his extended stay with us so we could make this special pairing happen.
We're proud to say Ariana (Ari) has matured into a bee-a-utiful girl. She is a sweet girl with a soft feminine expression, solid build, great bone and balanced angles - a lovely moderate example of the breed. At home Ari is the more active of our Lappies; she enjoys a good romp around the yard, a swim in the creek, or an afternoon hike, but also a snuggle on the couch or a midday nap. She is friendly but can take some time to warm to new people.
Ukko has excellent health results, combined with a relaxed and friendly temperament, and an amazing pedigree (his sire, Viksu, won Best of Breed at the World Dog Show 2014). In the looks department he reminds me a lot of Ari's sire, Gryffindor; "dark and handsome". Ukko is a masculine boy with excellent bone, dense coat and strong head but still very much a moderate, "traditional" Lapphund type. At home Ukko likes life's comforts like sharing your pillow and getting all the yummy treats. Ukko has a snuggly, non-confrontational temperament and gets along with all humans, other dogs and even puppies. He warms up to new people very quickly and is a big snuggly teddy bear.
We're expecting gentle temperaments and fun-loving puppies who enjoy working with their owners (especially when there's food involved). These puppies are expected to do well in activities like herding, obedience, agility, etc.
With all going well we are planning the pairing for early 2022. We may be looking for a co-ownership home for a show/breeding prospect. Our preference will be for Qld homes and experienced dog-owners interstate. *UPDATE* Confirmed pregnancy - BaeBees are due after Easter. Possible colours: Wolf Sable (black based, various shades) For examples of colours see this great guide by Caleebra: Colours (caleebra.com)
COI: 1.63% over 7 generations
Ariana
Ukko
Relatives
CH Taigakoira Kultainen Tilaisuus
C.I.B., NORD CH, FI CH, DK CH, SE CH, NO CH, EE CH, LV CH, LT CH, BALT CH, RU CH, BY CH, IS CH Petäjämaan Viksu
GR CH Orical JuhaofArcadia
CH Furballs Topaz
C.I.B., FI CH, NO CH, EE CH, SE CH Ruskahallan Duggolas
CH Herding Instincts Nakke Nakuttaja Imp SWE
Pedigree for Planned Litter
The information on this page shows a snap-shot of the relevant data available in The Breed Archive
The Plan Bee Puppies
BusyBee - Deerlane Look At Me Busy Bee Named for Busy Bee the prized toy in the movie Best In Show. A very feminine head and dark wolf sable colour that certainly has everyone watching. She likes to keep herself Busy by doing laps of the puppy pen.
Now: Truffles in WA In co-ownership
Buzz - Deerlane To Infinity N Beeyond Named for Buzz Lightyear. He's strikingly handsome with bright tan markings, but like his namesake, a big softie inside. He's quietly confident and struts around the puppy pen.
Now: Mochi in WA
Beeyonce - Deerlane Bootylicious Beehind Named for the pop icon Beyonce'. Shes a total Diva. First to the milk bar and all about those booty gains - living up to her name.
Now: Grizzly in SE Qld
Bambee - Bee Fawning In Love Named for the super sweet Bambi (Disney). Our itty bitty baby born at only 160grams. Very much a mini-me of her mother Ariana and Grandmother Kiita in looks and sweet nature.
Now: Luna in SE Qld
Phoebee - Deerlane Totally Beewitched Named for the spunky witch Phoebe Halliwell in Charmed. A totally gorgeous girl inside and out.
Now: Keita in SE Qld In co-ownership
Rubeeus - Deerlane Better Bee Gryffindor Named for Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter series. He's a snuggly, social boy with a sweet heart. A dark wolf sable boy, much like his grand-father (Gryffindor).