Puppy Fun! 5 Weeks Old

It's hard to keep up with these fast growing puppies!  Already they are 5 weeks and roaming around the yard, making friends with the chickens, sheep and, of course, our kids.  Here's some fun pictures of the fast growing and furry future guardians.

This was their 10pm feeding before bed.  Doesn't seem like they are too tired!  

And, yes, that is a real hen despite the fact that she's still as a statue.  I think I startled her.  She sleeps with the puppies.  I guess she decided it was more luxurious than the chicken coop.  The puppies like her and will sometimes cuddle up under her when she lets them.

Some would rather play with their food than eat it.

Curious "Miss Martin" checking out their dinner.

And finally it's time to settle down with their full bellies.

Playing outside with the kids while I tried to get pictures...

Already looking like a guardian.

Small, but attentive.

"Let's check that out..."

Dancing Pup

Already looking like an adult, resting quietly while keeping watch.

And this is why their collars keep changing!

A better idea.

"Photo shoots are boring."

Boy and Pup - eye to eye.

Curious about the camera

"George"

Working on those teeth.

Cute stuff

Worn out after the mornings work of taking some pictures.