NEWS
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11/19/2024
These cuties are still looking for their perfect home.
10 weeks old, ready for the big journey to their new home.
They are like a picture, but can also do more than just still life. ♥
2 girls and 1 boy
Their pedigree speaks for itself. ♥
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11/15/2024
If I had the time right now, I would drive to meet you. But unfortunately my house is full at the moment. ♥
Tell me how I can plan something for you to make the pickup as gentle and comfortable as possible.
The remaining 6 of the Fantastic 9 are now enjoying all the benefits they can get. Lying on the sofa, extra laps in the large garden and most of them have regular visits from their loved ones.
While the first have already moved out and more are following, there are still two proper girls and a male who are looking for a home.
But you can't help but fall in love with those beautiful little eyes.
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10/19/2024
There's been a lot going on over the last 2 days. The rest of the LA SQUADRA [12 weeks] have received their next vaccination and the FANTASTIC 9 have had their worming treatment. They were also allowed out for the first time on Saturday and on Sunday they were both allowed to sniff each other on the terrace.
The "big ones" are normally very rough and know no obstacles when it comes to wrestling, but they did so wonderfully with the little ones. This won't be a permanent situation, after all they are almost 8 weeks apart. A whole litter length, it can get way too rough for the little ones.
Sunday was visitor day and thanks to the nice weather it was possible to spontaneously eat a little something on the terrace.
LA SQUADRA
R-litter (Multi Ch. Ridgevilles Jody of Harmakhis Wisdom & Matobo Hills Pili Mac Bess)
They are now almost 13 weeks old. They like to spend their day in the garden, on the terrace or on their first walk on a leash. Practice makes perfect.
15 weeks with mom is a long time. It is important to show them something new every now and then. They have already been fully vaccinated and have received their first rabies vaccination.
FANTASTIC 9
S-litter (Matobo Hills Suhuba Obataiye Farai Ludwig & Glenaholm Payton Gazini Ye Matobo Hills)
They are now 5 weeks old and are in excellent health. The transition to solid food has been a success. Mom's milk supply is decreasing and yet she takes loving care of her little ones, day and night.
No DS (dermoid sinus) was found in either litter. I am very happy about that. ♥ This was checked several times by me and also by the experienced vet.
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10/14/2024
Saturday and Sunday were the first days of visitors and it was nice to spend this time together. Even if it didn't work out for one couple, we still have the next weekend. The rest of the LA SQUADRA had their families there too and gave everyone a good cuddle.
The FANTASTIC 9 had visitors for the first time and they did a great job. Payton was also super relaxed and lay on the sofa with one eye open. Thank you for the treats that were brought for two- and four-legged friends. We were all very happy about it. ♥
As it had rained a lot today, we were even more excited about the rays of sunshine in the afternoon. So there was a small sensation and Mr. Blue from "upstairs" was allowed to look "downstairs" to see the big ones. A bit like BIG BROTHER, the whole thing.
You did it so well. They were very careful with them and sniffed him from top to bottom. Miss Rosé even felt like a protector and kept a close eye on him to make sure nothing happened to him. ♥
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10/10/2024
Our "Fantastic 9" are on a journey of discovery. They are now 5 weeks old and have fledged. Don't teach a puppy too early how to get up or down a step. They were able to try this out when they had "free time" in the living room. However, I hadn't suspected that Miss Rosé would use this to escape. So she took advantage of the quiet in the whelping box, cleverly pushed past the bars and marched down the (non-slippery) stone stairs to the office. There it was too strange for her and she made herself known. I know that she got through it unscathed because shortly afterwards she started the attack to escape again under my secret supervision. But this time I prevented it, of course.
The larger run was also happily accepted today. While Mr. Red conquered the new tunnel for the first time, Payton stood in front of it, wondering "and how am I supposed to fit through there??" hahaha, her look spoke volumes. She was used to the tunnel in the garden, which is much more stable and larger. A real agility tunnel.
It's visitor day again this weekend and I'm looking forward to it.
10/10/2024
After a stormy night in which everything was flying around outside, we were able to find a whole 6 minutes of sunshine today.
LA SQUADRA is decreasing more and more. On Saturday, Madame Yellow sets off on her long journey, I will take her to Germany. Excitingly exciting.
Then Madame Orange, Mr. Purple, Mr. Green, Mr. Olive and Mr. Light Blue are with us. Unfortunately, one family is going through a big change, so the last girl cannot move in and is looking for her perfect home again. Another puppy dad unfortunately had to give up his option for business reasons. He will be away on a business trip for a long time.
These pictures are current and from today. The only rays of sunshine there were.
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10/01/2024
LA SQUADRA is now 9 weeks old and some have already made their way to their new home. While the others are staying for a few more weeks until their time is right.
In the meantime, we entertain them in the large garden with constantly changing challenges and new attractions :-) Their current favorite activity is eating earthworms. Unfortunately, I can't save them all. Some have already fallen victim to the gang. We hope for a rain-free autumn so that everyone gets their money's worth while they are here with us.
10/01/2024
Autumn is here and with it the changeable weather. It's good that it's still so cozy in here. But in 1-2 weeks they will be able to make their first attempt outside, because they are already quite quick on their feet.
All of their teeth are already there and now they're starting to slurp their first puppy milk.
Impressions of the last 3 days ♥
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09/20/2024
Yesterday I took the time and took a few still pictures. They weren't all very keen, despite the fruit gummies, but the result is still super satisfying. It's always crazy what these little creatures have become. With lots of love, mother's milk and of course genes. See for yourself. ♥
09/20/2024
The little eyes are now all open and the whelping box has now been visually recorded. The Puppy Cam will soon be here and we can look forward to some great moments.
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09/16/2024
They will soon be 8 weeks old. Time has flown by. The first ones will leave us in a week, while the rest will wait to leave later.
09/14/2024
Today they are 1 week old. At first Payton had very little due to the early birth on day 57, but she has caught up on it all and the little bundles of joy are growing and thriving. Payton is doing wonderfully and she is enjoying the view from her whelping box over the entire area and Mac Bess' LA SQUADRA playing on the terrace below. I am very happy that everyone is doing so well and am already looking forward to new pictures that will be available of each one.
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09/09/2024
Mac Bess & Jody
In order not to miss any news, I will now report here in parallel.
Left - Payton & Ludwig
Right - Mac Bess & Jody
They are now 6.5 weeks old. They have already conquered the garden and their mom is always there too. She has the play gene from her grandma. Because Liu Pili was an absolute clown and always looked after all the puppies. Hers or those of the others.
Her poops are great. I didn't even have a problem with diarrhea. Sensational. Because otherwise it was different.
Over the next few days I will publish stills and present the great exterior. Because the interior is simply magical. You'll be wrapped around their little finger very quickly.
They already have the garden under control and can hardly wait to conquer it every day.
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09/07/2024
57th day of pregnancy. Comfortable installation of the necessary utensils on the whelping box. Making a bit of space for what will happen in the next few days.
But things turned out differently.
7:30 a.m. Breakfast not looked at. Great surprise, because today is "only" the 57th day
8:00 a.m. she came in from peeing, mucus plug had come out. Quick thought, OK, let's go. Wow
In no time at all everything was placed on the whelping box, tidied up and just managed to get into the whelping box.
9:20 a.m. the first baby, a male, is born. Was stuck in the back for a while, thank God his nose was sticking out. Didn't go back either. But everything wasn't prepared for Payton either, so she had a bit of trouble with the first one, especially since he came without a shell.
I was sweating quite a bit when they came out like a pigeon coop. With a shell, without a shell, backwards or with the head... they all came out. As a bump was still visible, I waited until now but nothing more came.
Girl No. 2 ♥ unfortunately fell asleep 2 hours after birth. Her breathing was not regular.
5 males and 5 females were born
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9:20 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Many thanks to my friends and puppy parents who spontaneously supported me today and kept the other rascals busy. It was really a relief and a joy and many thanks for the many treats
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08/19/2024
Week 5
Weight: 38,6kg (+2,0kg)
Belly: 70cm
08/23/2024
Week 6
Weight: 40,6kg (+4kg)
Belly: 83cm (+13cm)
08/23/2024
Week 7
Weight: 41,6kg (+5kg)
Belly: 84cm
08/13/2024
Week 4+ 4 days
Weight: 36,6kg
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LA SQUADRA
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08/31/2024
I have my hands full when I have to cuddle these beautiful rascals all day because they are so cute ♥
They have now done their first laps outside and love the "adventure park" on the terrace. They have already had their first contact with the grass and even after "eating" they have had no problems with diarrhea or anything like that. It is always a pleasure with these "Scheißerle (shitties)"... no problems to report.
Their weights are excellent and, as they have been since birth, they are gaining weight excellently every day. As it should be in the best cases.
They literally gobble up their meals in the form of dry food. I don't need any flavor enhancers or attractants for this, they just snorkel it away.
I stay away from canned food anyway. For me it is not part of the rearing food.
They are now just over 5 weeks old and are getting more and more beautiful. Their new families are already blown away by their calm characters.
Yesterday we had the vet in the house, who asked me: where are the puppies? They were lying 1m away from us, sleeping relaxed and have an incredibly beautiful character.
EXCEPT AT NIGHT!!!! [hahahahaha] They have a lot to do now and then, which can keep me busy. I get to see it first hand, as I still sleep next to the whelping box and in the morning I look into sweet little eyes that are just waiting to hear my voice. ♥
As Payton is due to be born in 2 weeks, the whelping box has been set up for her in the spacious living area and she can now count the stars through the glass dome. No, she won't make it quite so romantic. She is already preparing and likes to sleep in the whelping box. It is very spacious, soft and comfortable. I put a new Vetbed in her and in the morning she comes down with orange fluff on her back because she has been rolling around. Which she also loves doing in the garden. So we are prepared, organized and ready to go when the time comes in 2 weeks.
Jurell, the puppies' lovely grandmother, is either there and is lying on her bed in the dining room or she goes upstairs to one of the guest rooms and enjoys her peace and quiet there. At 9 years old, she is fit and respectful towards the puppies and Mac Bess.
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08/18/2024
Today the little ones are 3 weeks and 4 days old. Time flies again. They are developing excellently. No diarrhea during teething, no abnormalities, the heat has just subsided a bit. All in all, everyone is doing wonderfully. ♥
Today I took a few pictures as an experiment, so that you can get a taste of what is to come. They now have faces, their ears are growing and they can already hear very well. As a result, they hear me even when I speak quietly and immediately stand at the whelping box to howl happily and greet me.
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08/11/2024
It's been OFFICIAL since Friday!
Payton & Ludwig are having babies.
The birth will take place around 09/12/24.
If you are interested, please contact me by email.
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08/08/24
The little ones turned 2 weeks old yesterday. All eyes are open, all weigh between 1.3-1.6kg and they had to "swallow" their first worming treatment today. But they all did really well. No one spat it out or choked. But maybe it's just the way they're given it ;-)
For planning:
First visitor weekend August 31st / September 1st
Move-out possible from September 19th ♥
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08/02/24
Today the little ones are 9 days old and their first eyes are opening. Over the course of the day there are now three that can see the world with "different eyes".
Mac Bess is recovering well, although the warm, humid weather is already getting to her. You can tell. The forecast for the coming days is only around 25-26° and that will make it a little more bearable for all of us.
The 6 boys and 4 girls are gaining weight diligently every day. Almost all of them weigh more than a kilo and the milk bar is very busy.
More pictures will follow. I have an album on Facebook that is constantly updated. Please visit the profile ALEXANDRA ERB Matobo Hills Ridgebacks and ask.
For our puppy parents, we have our famous Puppy Cam again. Here you can watch the puppies grow and be up close.
Please send me a quick email and I will send you the access and instructions.
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24.07.24
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♥♥♥ A new significant date in Matobo Hills history. ♥♥♥
Mac Bess & Jody's babies are arrived.
After a sleepless night, she started the birth of her first girl at 6:19 am sharp.
There were two very long breaks in between, one 3.5 hours and then another 4.5 hours before the last one. This little boy was even born on the terrace when we wanted to run out into the garden to help.
Or maybe it was the "Italian miracle cocktail" that made it work within a few minutes.
We had to be very patient, but it was absolutely worth it.
The body took the time it needed to bring everyone into the world alive and well.
10 sweet little babies were born.
(4 girls and 6 boys)
All healthy and happy. One male without a ridge, otherwise all with ridge and 2 crowns.
It's wonderful what Mother Nature has given us.
They have all been gaining weight diligently since the first second and so there were no initial difficulties.
Mum and babies now live in the whelping box and have earned their break.
Pictures are regularly posted on Facebook (Alexandra Erb) and of course occasionally here too.
♥ If you are still interested in a puppy, please feel free to contact me by email. ♥
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07/12/2024
♥ It's done ♥
Payton & Ludwig have "got married".
Last Friday we toasted their mating and now we'll see in 4 weeks whether it will bear fruit.
On Thursday Ludwig was still running away from Payton. It wasn't the right day. On Friday morning it worked due to a moment of carelessness. On Saturday, however, Miss Smart couldn't be convinced.
I'm really looking forward to her first litter and hope it worked.
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MAC BESS weekly report ↓↓↓
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07/12/2024
Week 7
Weight: ? kg
Belly: ? cm
07/05/2024
Week 6
Weight: 45kg (+3,8kg)
Belly: 80cm (+10,5cm)
06/28/2024
Week 5
Weight: 43,4cm (+2,2kg)
Belly: 77cm (+7,5cm)
06/21/2024
Week 4
Weight: 41,2kg
Belly: 69,5cm
07/19/2024
Week 8
Weight: 51,8kg
Belly: 94cm
07/26/2024
Week 9
Weight: ? kg
Belly: ? cm
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You could have set your watch by it. To the exact day.
PAYTON is in heat. ♥
No trip is necessary here, because we are "getting married" in our own garden with Ludwig, who she has known since she was a child and is a close friend. ♥
It will be the "FIRST BIG LOVE" for both of them and I am already excited to see how Miss Rocket will say "I do" to her best buddy :-)
♥For the girls and me there is now a SUMMER FAIRY TALE 2024 ♥
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06/21/24
WE ARE PREGNANT!!!!
Mac Bess & Jody will become parents at the end of July.
I'm super happy that it worked out ♥
The birth will be in about 5 weeks.
We have an album on Facebook for all future impressions.
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♥ HONEYMOON ♥ ♥ HONEYMOON ♥
Jody & Mac Bess
Our trip to Italy was successful.
Jody and Mac Bess liked each other straight away and so we were able to celebrate our wedding at the end of our trip.
♥ AMORE ♥
A big thank you to Miriam, who was a wonderful host, fed us every evening and spent a great time with us.
Grazie mia Cara ♥
Also a big thank you to you and Sara for making this trip possible together and for Jody to now be able to contribute his part to the Matobo Hills family.
Ultrasound date: June 21, 2024
possible birth date: July 26, 2024
If you are interested in a Matobo Hills puppy from this litter, please contact me by email.
♥ HONEYMOON ♥ ♥ HONEYMOON ♥
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May 14, 2024
WE PROUDLY PRESENT MR. RIGHT for Mac Bess ♥
It's out today! The beautiful and successful Multi Ch. Ridgeville's Jody of Harmakhis Wisdom will be the new daddy of our Matobo Hills puppies.
Jody is a great male who lives in beautiful Italy. I would like to thank Miriam and Sara for their trust and look forward to the coming time.
If Mac Bess's heat cycle continues normally, the wedding will be this weekend at the latest.
Mac Bess always has a surprise for us. Because she wasn't expected to go into heat for another 2 months. So she slips in front of Payton with her puppies.
If you are interested in a puppy from this litter, please contact me via email as soon as possible.
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May 5, 2024
After a few weeks of quiet, I would like to share the latest news today.
1. it turns out differently and 2. than you think. :-)
I'll keep it short:
Mac Bess has been in heat since today and will therefore have her litter BEFORE Payton.
Further information regarding the male will follow.
I have adapted my decision for your Mr. Right to the current plans and am looking forward to announcing him soon.
