Dams of Bliss

When I watch new mama dogs with puppies, I’m struck by their instinctual tenderness while caring for their newborns.

Bliss, 9-weeks-old, taking her place in her family of hunting retrievers.

We recently brought home our newest puppy addition. This past weekend, I got to thinking of when she has pups. She’ll have to wait until she passes important health clearances and has proven herself as a hunting dog and family companion, so it’ll be at least two years before she becomes a mom.

I personally know many of the “Mamas” on her dam’s side.

I think Bliss will do them proud. I hope you enjoy this gallery of some of the mama retrievers in her lineage. Just click an image to open a larger view.

: 1989 – Great-great-great-Granddam, Kate, 6-months-old, after a pheasant hunt with Bo. (great-great-great-grandsire)

: Great-great-great-granddam, Katy.

: Great-great-great-granddam, Sadie. Photo, courtesy Sally Bates.

: Lacey, great-great-grandam. Photo-courtesy Kathleen Hagen

: Great-great-granddam, Lacey at work.

: Great-great-granddam Mandy.

: Great-great-granddam, Blaze, at 7-weeks-old.

: Great-granddam, Blaze, at 4-months-old.

: Great-granddam, Blaze, at 2-years-old.

: Bliss and her great-granddam, Chloe. Two peas in a pod.

: Bliss with Granddam Gracie, Aunt Bella, Great-granddam Chloe.

: Granddam, Gracie, earning her AKC Junior Hunter title earlier this year.

: Bliss’ mom, Cinnamon, at 6-weeks-old.

: Bliss is all in for time to play.

: Bliss loves playing retrieve with Tim.

: Bliss loves birds…

: Bliss, 9-weeks-old, taking her place in her family of hunting retrievers.

: Retail’s Guilty Pleasure “Bliss” sneaking Saturday Night Redtail Ducks Ahoy “Sailor’s” duck.

14 thoughts on “Dams of Bliss”

What a wonderful family tradition that Bliss has joined. I love the photographic pedigree; Bliss has a great future with these lovely dogs behind her! Lucky Sailor to have this new friend.

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MaryALivingston on May 13, 2015 at 6:36 am said:

Although Sailor was a little unsure of her playing with his duck, she sat there so nicely holding it for the photo. Sailor has been a gem with her. He’s a wonderful retriever.

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What a proud heritage Bliss shares. Loved the photo album. Thanks for sharing. Have a great time training Bliss and sharing family time with her too.

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MaryALivingston on May 13, 2015 at 6:37 am said:

Bliss is pretty smitten with Tim, he’s “her” person.

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Love this Mary – awesome family history and album!

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MaryALivingston on May 14, 2015 at 11:12 am said:

It’s amazing how we recognize certain traits from her family. She’s pretty special and loves Tim like crazy.

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- Mary on May 14, 2015 at 2:20 pm said:
  
  She is so beautiful, I’m thrilled for you guys! Have a great weekend ~
  
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So nice to have this album of our wonderful golden family from way back when. They are such great retrievers and am so happy that you and I have continued on with their legacy, Thank you for sharing all of our golden moments and am thrilled that you and Tim have Sailor and your new little Bliss!

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MaryALivingston on May 14, 2015 at 11:11 am said:

Bliss and her great-gram are sure two peas in a pod.

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Those are some mighty fine looking dogs!! I am drooling a bit because I am hoping to get a puppy next year (when I retire and can spend time with the little beast). Sure would love a Golden.

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