Muddy Paws Wires

03/11/2026

This spring breeding season has not gone as planned. Both Ember and Teeter came up with no puppies, and it saddens me. However, it has also got me thinking about something I need to get off my chest. I spend hours reviewing pedigrees and test records for potential stud dogs. I test my girls to the highest level and hunt them extensively during the season. I spend thousands of dollars on health testing, genetic testing, progesterone testing, and eventually taking time off to drive to the stud dog to breed. I spend hours responding to potential puppy owners via email, text, and phone calls. Don't get me wrong; I love to talk dogs. However, after all this, a buyer wants a deposit back because the rebreed is not in the right time frame for them, and they are off to find another litter that works better for them. It makes me question why I do this. It's apparent that the quality of the breeding did not mean a thing to them, only what fits into their life, and this has not been the first time it's happened. I'm just frustrated because this is why backyard breeders are so successful - they have puppies all the time available for immediate gratification. Sorry for the rant. Happy training season, everyone.

02/19/2026

Adaptability!! Swimming on Monday and Tuesday plowing thru snow drifts on Thursday. Wires are made for Nebraska weather. 😆

01/03/2026

Some exciting 2026 litters taking place now. Ember is breeding to Sig for a repeat litter as we speak and Teeter will be breeding to Surly early next week. Puppies will be due Marley to mid March and will be ready to go home early May just in time for spring training. Currently taking deposits on both litters.
Will have my web page updated next week as well.

12/27/2025

First of the Carbon X Maverick went home today. We wish Rex the best of luck with his new family and sent him home with a great puppy pack.

12/26/2025

12/23/2025

I try to take the puppies to a new location or surroundings every day especially between 7-8 weeks. Tonight was the San dunes by the water and some creek bed time. They are doing a wonderful job of exploring and becoming strong confident puppies. Not to mention the weather has been beautiful.

12/21/2025

Someone decided to introduce them selves to water today even if it was not on the schedule. Missed the entry pretty but proud of herself.

12/21/2025

Puppies are almost 8 weeks and are finding their legs. I love this time to be able to introduce them to new places and things. In addition to their turn out yard I take them out daily for a new adventures.

12/15/2025

This right here

Let’s get one thing straight:
We NEED ethical dog breeders.
Not backyard breeders.
Not puppy mills.
Not “oops litters.”
Ethical. Responsible. Passionate. Breeders.

Because the truth is this:

Good breeders don’t just produce puppies — they protect entire breeds.
They’re the reason we still have healthy working dogs, therapy dogs, sport dogs, and family companions with predictable temperaments and solid genetics.

Good breeders raise puppies like they’re staying forever.
Socialization, early exposure, enrichment, confidence-building…
None of that is “extra.” It’s STANDARD.

Good breeders take dogs back, every time.
For life.
No questions. No judgment.
Because their puppies NEVER end up in shelters, ever.

Good breeders breed for preservation, for improvement, and for LOVE.

And here’s the part people don’t want to admit:
Without ethical breeders, we’d lose the breeds we depend on and adore.
Service dog lines.
Duty-driven working breeds.
Family-safe temperaments.
Sound structure.
Predictability.
Purpose.
History.

Shelters are full because of irresponsible breeding —
not ethical breeding.

So next time someone says,
“Just adopt,”
remind them:
You can support shelters
AND still value ethical breeders.

Both matter.
Both play crucial roles.
Both are needed.
Because the breeders doing it right?
They’re the ones keeping dogs healthy, stable, and loved for generations to come.

- copied from unknown author-

12/13/2025

Puppies 6 week vet checkup. Tearing up the clinic.

12/09/2025

Photo dump but who doesn’t love puppie pictures. Carbon x Maverick puppies turned 6 weeks today and had some front yard exploration on this warm December day.