Welcome Fall Pups!

While we won't be giving them pumpkin spice lattes, these little pups will be able to enjoy the coming fall with us!

• During these first two weeks the puppies will be kept in a quiet and dark place. Their eyes and ears are continuing to develop.

• Starting at 2 weeks of age these puppies will have a novel experience each day (Puppy Culture). Early experience will be things like soft toys, water bottles, and other gentle stimulation.

• Starting at 3 weeks they will experience more noisy experiences including different types of music, frequent close vacuum noises, and piano floor mats.

• By week 4 puppies will be introduced to a litter box and start taking soft treats. They will also be introduced to a platform and a small slide.

• At 5 to 6 weeks they will start playing with the wobble board and we will be on our way to an automatic sit (manding). We will continue practicing with treats and work on toy/treat exchanges (resource guarding).

• During their 6th week, they will get their first examination and set of vaccines by the vet. We will make this a happy experience by using treats and making sure everyone has a great impression of the vet!

• During the 7th week we will continue to work on preventing resource guarding, automatic sit, and introduce kennels for going in and out of.

• Week 8! The week our families are waiting for! Puppies will receive their 2nd vet exam and 2nd set of vaccines administered by the vet. Families will be scheduled starting the day after to come get their puppy! Families should plan to spend 2 to 3 hours watching the training demo and choosing their puppy.