Introducing Elli Mae Johns

Delia and girls · May 20, 2009, 11:52:47 AM

I was just going crazy without my little fuzzy faced Ilsa, so we've added Elli to our family. She's an 8 month old wildboar wirehair. Hopefully, her facial hair will grow in. Ilsa was like this at this age. I was told Ilsa had a tight coat and so does Elli. It makes it slow to grow but easier to groom in the future. Anyway, we've had her since Saturday and she's an absolutely wonderful puppy. She came crate trained and sleeps through the night until we get up, in her crate. She's had 2 poops in the house (no pp's) and yesterday evening and this morning she went out all by herself to poop. I think she's got it but time will tell. She respects Gretchen (who is 9, almost 10). She's even gotten her to play a couple of times. It's been so long since we had a puppy, I'd forgotten how active they are. Luckily, she's 8 months old. She plays at warp speed and then sleeps. She's actually very laid back for a puppy. Here is a pic.

Dr. Beau Leaky · May 20, 2009, 11:59:57 AM

Quote from: Delia and girls on May 20, 2009, 11:52:47 AMI was just going crazy without my little fuzzy faced Ilsa, so we've added Elli to our family. She plays at warp speed and then sleeps. She's actually very laid back for a puppy. Here is a pic.

AHEM . . .

Wait, let me use my Superman x-ray eyes. . . :crazyeyes:

Ah, yes, it becoming clear to me - a stunning pupper owned by a hoomom who hasn't quite figured out the computer. :verdict:

The piccy, yes, the piccy - WHERE IS IT??!! :meme:

Dr. Ansel Adams Leaky

Delia and girls · May 20, 2009, 12:02:53 PM

Ooops! I'll try again. Sorry Dr Leaky - computers weren't around when I was growing up and I'm a slow learner.

Dee Dee and Hallie · May 20, 2009, 12:11:34 PM

I was waiting for you to post this!! It was killing me LOL! I still can't believe you have a new puppy...she is a DOLL and I'm sure she will fill in, just like Ilsa did. Elli is going to be a stunner and she sounds like a dream puppy, what a good girl and Gretchen has been so good with her too. I didn't know her middle name before I love it...Elli Mae (Clampet?) Johns. I am so happy for you guys. You know Elli has a great guide whispering in her ear, it's no wonder she's such a good puppy.

I'm just trying to figure out how to get to Texas to meet her!

DeeanDave · May 20, 2009, 12:19:25 PM

Welcome, Elli Mae! What a sweetheart! Congrats Delia, Ron and Gretchen! She is a beauty........Sarge and Duggie say "WOW" in doggity language.

DeeanDave · May 20, 2009, 12:21:06 PM

Quote from: Dee Dee and Hallie on May 20, 2009, 12:11:34 PM
I was waiting for you to post this!! It was killing me LOL! I still can't believe you have a new puppy...she is a DOLL and I'm sure she will fill in, just like Ilsa did. Elli is going to be a stunner and she sounds like a dream puppy, what a good girl and Gretchen has been so good with her too. I didn't know her middle name before I love it...Elli Mae (Clampet?) Johns. I am so happy for you guys. You know Elli has a great guide whispering in her ear, it's no wonder she's such a good puppy. I'm just trying to figure out how to get to Texas to meet her!

Road trip time, DeeDee.........I'd say time for an RV and drive to Texas!!

Dee Dee and Hallie · May 20, 2009, 12:24:42 PM

Isn't Elli cute Dee! Hmmmm....I'll have to look into RV rentals! And the ten million other obstacles to leap..LOL. But how fun would that be!

DeeanDave · May 20, 2009, 12:29:32 PM

Quote from: Dee Dee and Hallie on May 20, 2009, 12:24:42 PM
Isn't Elli cute Dee! Hmmmm....I'll have to look into RV rentals! And the ten million other obstacles to leap..LOL. But how fun would that be!

She is a doll! Turns my heart to mush! I have been looking into RV rentals to do a trip.....we've been talking about doing a road trip. It would be a fun way to travel.

Spanish Teckels · May 20, 2009, 12:36:56 PM

how could you get this gorgeous angel without me knowing! She´s beautiful and looks exactly like me at that age.
Congratulations from a very besotted, totally love-sick Red in Altea...

P.S. there aren´t enough bearded pretty ladies in this world and it´s rotten she´s so far away. I have my International Pet Passport though...

Ruth in MT · May 20, 2009, 01:24:51 PM

Dear Elli Mae,
You need to use spell check ......... eLlIe

MaMa calls me Ellie Mae sometimes but my real name is Ellie Ellis (L.S.)

You are

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Barb · May 20, 2009, 02:46:22 PM

Delia - she is ADORABLE !!!! Congratulations to you, Ron and Gretchen !!! I am sure sweet Ilsa is looking down and watching over all of you. She is just precious

Roberta · May 20, 2009, 03:09:57 PM

What ever way you spell her name she is a stunner, glad to hear big sis is coming around. Gtech might have been lonely to. aS to the RV, sounds like a Thelma and louise without the sad ending Dee and Dee Dee.
Roberta

peterparker · May 20, 2009, 05:28:05 PM

Such a fine little doxie!!!!. We got Parker at that age. It's the perfect time. No chewing, partially trained and not too many bad habits. She's adorable.

dis is Parker:

I'ms in love.

Delia and girls · May 20, 2009, 06:23:03 PM

DD, Dee, Dave and puppers - come on down!!!! That would be sooooo much fun!

Thanks everyone, for welcoming our Elli. We took our first trip to Home Depot. She was a little scared at first but by the time we left, she had relaxed. Wouldn't you know - the time we wanted people to notice us and ask to pet the pups, we got ignored. I even had treats! If we had only had Gretchen, who can't be petted by strangers, they would have been all over us! Oh well, next time.

David C. · May 20, 2009, 07:34:29 PM

Welcome Elli! What a beautiful pupper!

Ruth in MT · May 20, 2009, 08:40:06 PM

How much room is there in that RV ???????????

Can we come too?

Madderoos Mom · May 20, 2009, 08:59:36 PM

Major CUTE ALERT! She's SWEEEEEEEEET! Good girl, Gretchie, for welcoming the puppy.

Teresa · May 20, 2009, 09:09:04 PM

I had a feeling the dog-a-pult was a work and Ilsa was searching for someone special to fill your home with joy. It looks like she picked the perfect one to send to you. Elli Mae is beautiful. What fun it must be to fast-forward to eight months old. That is such a great age.
As for the RV, I was already thinking that Dee and Dave could get Dee Dee and they could ride together. If it's big enough, why not add Ruth and Ellie. Afterwards, someone either needs to make a movie or write a book. I'm sure there would be enough adventures for one!

cheryl186 · May 20, 2009, 09:10:04 PM

Wow...Delia and Ron...Elli Mae is stunning

Ilsa did real good :thumb:

papbouv · May 20, 2009, 10:11:06 PM

She is very cute congratulations Papbouv

Brekkesmom · May 20, 2009, 10:36:41 PM

Oh, Delia and Ron - Gretchen, too - I am so happy for you! She is sure a cutie pie. Wow - she's moved right up to housebreaking 301, huh? That is wonderful. Gee, she sure sounds like a Clampett to me! Beverly, Hills, that is.

scootersmom · May 22, 2009, 11:13:25 AM

Delia! Congratulations on the new member of the family! I'm so happy to hear you have another sweet puppy...and Ellie Mae is just beautiful!

Dee, if you're road-tripping to Texas in your RV, can you make sure to stop by Missouri on the way? Scooter would be over the moon to see Hallie again. He says he'll share his favourite blankies and pillows and toys and treats with her, and will be the most charming and adorable doggy host imagineable, and oh, if you want to come too that would be a-okay with him. As long as you bring ham.

Dee Dee and Hallie · May 22, 2009, 12:07:00 PM

QuoteAs long as you bring ham.

LOL I could rub a ham all over Hallie...poor kids wouldnt' know what to do then. Sensory overload!

I can just see it...20 doxie owners and 37 dachshunds packed into a convoy of RVs heading for Texas. Bow Wow on wheels! :thumb:

Delia and girls · May 24, 2009, 01:46:26 PM

Quote from: scootersmom on May 22, 2009, 11:13:25 AM
Delia! Congratulations on the new member of the family! I'm so happy to hear you have another sweet puppy...and Ellie Mae is just beautiful!

Noel, I thought about you as we were going through St Louis. We went to Rockford, Ill (well, Rosco - right outside of Rockford) to pick Elli up about a week ago. I almost called DD to ask her you phone # but we hit rush hour (both ways) and OMG - you guys have rush hour - especially when you don't know your way around. Here's a picture of her in St Louis.

Delia and girls · May 24, 2009, 02:03:05 PM

Had to add another picture of Elli.

Teresa · May 24, 2009, 02:46:26 PM

I love the picture with the arch in the background! And the last one-Schatzi loves to do that. It's the time she really loves to go limp and feel like she weighs 20lbs instead of 10! If you try to move her she can give you the L@@K real fast!

papbouv · May 24, 2009, 03:41:02 PM

Like the last pic seems like the girl Dachshunds like to make sue the Daddies do not go anywhere.

PattyInAK · May 24, 2009, 10:35:03 PM

Quote from: scootersmom on May 22, 2009, 11:13:25 AM
Delia! Congratulations on the new member of the family! I'm so happy to hear you have another sweet puppy...and Ellie Mae is just beautiful!

Dee, if you're road-tripping to Texas in your RV, can you make sure to stop by Missouri on the way? Scooter would be over the moon to see Hallie again. He says he'll share his favourite blankies and pillows and toys and treats with her, and will be the most charming and adorable doggy host imagineable, and oh, if you want to come too that would be a-okay with him. As long as you bring ham.

Gosh Noel, how have you been??? And Scooter? Wow, its been a long time!

PattyInAK · May 24, 2009, 10:35:53 PM

Oh gosh, what a DOLL BABY!!!!!!!!

Dianne · May 25, 2009, 07:56:53 PM

OMG, is she a cutie! I love that last picture with Elli asleep on her dad's arm...bet she comes back often!

Ken and I are renting an RV for our 40th anniversary. Picking it up in Salt Lake and driving north to Idaho and Montana for 11 days. If you booked in January for anytime during the year, buy 1 week, get the 2nd week free. This is our first attempt...and since we are flying into SLC, no puppers this trip.

Elli Mae is a doll!

Introducing Elli Mae Johns

Madderoos Mom