Hi Ruth Ann,

Theo is going to be 4 months on Saturday.  He had his last rounds of shots today - he weighed in at

5 lbs 14 ozs.  He is doing great.  He had his first haircut this week.  He is afraid of the hairdryer so they only gave him a trim as they didn't want to frighten him.  He also had his first session with a trainer.  He was highly responsive and learned very quickly - he had a fun time while learning.  He is still not very cooperative during my yoga classes and I am hoping that the formal training will allow him to be part of the class in a positive way as everyone loves him and they don't want him to be banished from the room.

I am sending you pictures of Theo in his pajamas - he looks so cute and a picture after his haircut.  I hope all is well with you and your family and that you had a good Easter.  The new litter looks so cute and I see they are all sold.  When will the next litter arrive?

Please let me know that you received these pictures (4pictures).

Theo sends love and kisses,

Phyllis

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***Update***

I don't know how to thank you enough for all the wonderful things you sent Theo in the puppy care package.  So many toys to play with !!!!!!!!  Another soft and cozy blanket which he will use in the car as we intend to go many places together.  The sweater and pj's are adorable.  Theo says thank you for all the chew bones and cookies.  He loves the long toy with all the legs.  He also went crazy for the little red ball - he chases it all over the yoga room.  It is a riot to watch him racing around after this tiny little ball.  It gives him plenty of exercise.

I really appreciate the airport picture and the fire alert labels.  However, the most special item was the unbelievably sweet bow wrapped in a beautiful small package.  Is that bow handmade by you????

Yesterday Theo jumped up on the couch for the first time and he learned to come down the stairs as well.  He is a spirited and loving puppy who gets joyful when each of my clients arrives for their therapy appointment -- a totally mutual love affair.

Again, thank you so much for all your thoughtfulness and help in getting Theo oriented to his new home.

Kisses from Theo,

Phyllis

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***Update***
Just a quick note to say hello and let you know that Theo and I are doing great.  He is such a love.  The whole family adores him as well as my clients.  However, since he is teething and into biting which I am seriously working on curbing he has been quite disruptive during both yoga and meditation classes.  The students are getting a big kick out of his antics but "momma" doesn't approve of the biting.  I am teaching him to give "Kisses" using the clicker method and he is learning quickly.  However, when he gets too excited or too playful he forgets and reverts back to his natural puppy instincts. How long does the teething stage last (I have forgotten)????  I am trying to give him alot of play time with my daughter's dog, Rufus, who is a two year old Havanese.  They get along great and Rufus is very gentle with Theo.  However, Theo is not so gentle with Rufus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For the most part Theo is completely paper trained.  He has been dry at night from day one.  He will do anything for a treat!!!!!!

My daughter is totally in love with your maltipoos.  So we want you to let us know when you will be breeding an exotic color.  I think we will both want one.

How are the puppies doing?  How big will they be when they are full grown?

Hope all is well with you and your family, Phyllis and Theo

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***Update***
Theo has learned the commands SIT and COME.  He is a smart boy!!!!!  We went to the vet today for his next round of shots.  He now weighs 4 lbs 8 ozs.  He is doing great. Everyone at the vets office loves him.  He is a gem.

He is very well behaved when he gets his face washed - I love the facial scrub you recommended however, he is not so thrilled to get brushed and combed, although I think he is getting more used to it.

He is a gem.  Let me know when you are breeding the red poodle as I think both my daughter and I will be interested in her puppies if they are an interesting color. 

Phyllis

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***Update***
I saw the new babies on your website - they are adorable.  Can't wait to see the black ones in a few weeks.  How much will they weigh when full grown?

Theo is doing great.  He is really learning quickly.  Paper training is excellent.  He is also learning some simple commands.  I am using the clicker method and he is responding very well.  He is so people friendly and a very happy puppy - Everyone just loves him.

I can't believe he has only been here for one week - he has adjusted so quickly to a new environment and all the new people he sees every day.

With warmest regards and kisses from Theo,

Phyllis

P.S.  I will send the pictures in a separate email.

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***Update***
Theo is doing great. He is so smart. He is quickly learning paper training. He is eating and sleeping very well. He is playful and loves all his toys and my grandchildren. They wore each other out yesterday. He is also enjoying his bed. My clients are crazy about him and he is so unbelievably friendly and not at all afraid. Tomorrow we go to the vet for his next round of shots.

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