Thunder Whippets Puppies

2007 Puppies enjoying their new family and surrounds..

Alakay's Thunder Chaser
Sire

Thunders Black Lightning
Dam

Erin, the proud new owner of Caleb.

Pup 6, Blue/White ~ Male

"Thunder's Quicksilver"
New Home with Erin and Sam of Calif.

Caleb and Erin departing for Calif. where they will be greeted by his
full sister Thunder's Leap Of Faith.

Erin, visiting with Katie (dam of the puppies). Caleb enjoying his new crate and Lacey his litter mate
joining in on the fun.

Caleb "Thunder's QuickSliver" (Blue/White) and with his full sister "Thunders Leaf Of Faith" (Black/White

Dear Susan,

What can I say but thank you again for blessing our home with such a special baby! I can not tell you how life has changed since Caleb has come home. We have seen such a new side to Faith that we are so excited. Caleb's first night was spent exploring the condo...Faith thought he was a "gift" from the dog park...the next day she thought he was a toy...then a bunny she chased. Finally I think she realized that he was home for good and she had to make sure he knew where he was in the grand scheme of things. Caleb on the
other hand is so easy going and laid back that he just rolls with everything.

Their personalities complement each other's. Faith is not timid but very polite and as our neighbors say "lady like", she doesn't assert her dominance but when pushed to it she will. Caleb on the other hand
"looks" for trouble- in a good way. Faith will roll him and he's up for more, and while Caleb is still a puppy we can see the differences in personality from when Faith was his age to what he is like.

Caleb has a positive influence on Faith in that she seems much more confident and she loves having a playmate around. She has learned tug-of-war..and has learned to share eating out of the same food bowl- something she doesn't even do with her BFF Ein. After the 3rd day we already saw signs of Faith's acceptance of Caleb in that she allowed him into her space (crate/bedding/papa's lap). Now she has to keep her sight on him and it appears that she is already protective of him. If I tell him no and he does something she will reprimand him...if she hears him whine she will go check up on him...when he wants to put himself to bed she will check up on him every now and then.....she is such a good big sister. I am sending you some of my favorite pics of our first week with Caleb (Thunder's Quicksilver). Feel free to use any/all of these pics for your website. Thank you again for sending us two very special babies, our lives have become incredibly happy. Sam and Erin

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~ Puppy # 3 ~

Koda @ 9 weeks ~New Home with Amy in Michigan.

Proudly pictured with his full brother Spirit Of Blue Lightning "Alex" 2005 (Blue/White)

Koda @ 11 weeks

Hello Susan!!

Sorry I didn't write to you sooner, but, in case you forgot, I'm a NEW MOM to a bouncing baby whippet boy named Koda!! He he!! So I've been super busy snuggling and playing with my new handsome boy and haven't had much extra time to write.

Koda has been such a wonderful boy, Susan!! I am so in love with this little guy!! Koda should be arrested for attempted murder because he's killin' me!! He's absolutely killin' me with his cuteness!! I simply cannot take it!! Lol!!

Koda is such a joy and is getting along great with Alex & Emma. As you know, Alex is obsessed with playing ball, so he doesn't pay much attention to Koda. He was the same way with Emma (could take her or leave her... Lol!). So I'm really happy for Emma because now she has this new puppy that follows her around and plays with her. They are so cute together, Susan!! Emma can get a bit rough with Koda sometimes, but Koda seems to hold his own quite well. He's great at nipping her velvety soft ears!! But when Alex is sleepy, he doesn't mind a little snuggle with his new baby brother. I often find them snoozin' together on the couch.... very cute!! In fact, all 3 of them sleep together often.

Koda is one smart puppy!! He already knows "sit" and lets us know when he needs to go out. I'm hoping he'll have "shake" and "lay down" mastered soon!! Something tells me he'll catch on quickly.

Okay... that's all for now!! Thanks so much for letting this beautiful pup come to live with us!! I am so blessed to have two Thunder Whippets!! I can't even express how much more blessed our home is now that we have our fur-kids. They add so much love, laughter and happiness to our 'lil home!! And, they are very entertaining as well!! There's never a dull moment in the Jacques house!! Lol!

Take care, Susan!!

Love & Hugs,
Amy

P.S. I've got a few ideas for Koda's AKC name. "Thunder's Rumbling Streak" "Thunder's Rumbling Spirit" "Thunder's Silver Lining" What do you think??

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Jupiter @ 9 weeks
Pup 4 ~ New Home with Denise, in Michigan.

Jupiter is proudly living with Katie's full brother Comet..

I am beyond thrilled with my little guy ! He and Comet are becoming very good buddies/playmates. That just warms my heart ! My female (Haylie) is much more of an independent dog. She didn't interact with Comet so much when he was a puppy. So, I'm glad that Jupiter has someone that enjoys being playful with him during this puppy stage !!! Did you name your puppy Lacey ? Is that who you mention in one of the pictures ? Okay, I'll keep checking your website for the added pictures. I realize you are busy and it might take several days to get around to it. I completely understand !
~ Forever grateful,
Denise

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Oh my gosh! This is Baloo's partner in Crime. PeeWee and Baloo will go at it all day long, fight, play and then they sleep on top of each other. It's such a hoot! They're the best of friends. PeeWee wants to grow up to be a whippet. Tucker the 3 yr old just caught a rabbit while Baloo watched on trying to teach him new tricks. Needless to say I have my hands full. But loving every minute of it. My kids think I'm crazy because I talk to them all day. Life is good!

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How are you, Susan.
Everything on my end is fine. I had to send you these photos of Niko, she could not be more precious to me, it is so surreal at times..
I cannot thank you enough for Niko. She is my world. I never dreamed I could feel this way over an animal.. I have come to see I can. She is absolutely a dream. Thank you, again!!! I will keep sending you various photos as she is growing so rapidly. I hope you enjoy these. Let me know if I can do anything or if you want any specific photos.. Take care,
Renee'