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Introductions & Activities
We wanted to keep our new puppy owners up to date with all the activities and introductions we do throughout the first 8 weeks of life. Each one of our family members spends time with the litter and with each puppy one-on-one. We want to get to know each puppy while they are in a group setting, but also allow them to be away from their litter mates to boost their confidence as an individual. We are constantly watching behavior cues, interactions, and responses to our introductions. You will be able to take a look at our puppy notes page and get an update on each puppy's personality as it unfolds.
Date: | Introduction | Activities |
|---|---|
November 29, 2023 | Start of ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) Continues thru Day 16 of life. |
November 29, 2023 | Start of ESI (Early Scent Introduction) Continues through day 16 of life. |
December 10, 2023 | One on One time away from litter with gentle stroking, ear tugging, handling of feet. |
December 11, 2023 | Introduction to time away from whelping box as a group. |
December 15, 2023 | Introduction to Clipper sounds and vibrations along their bodies, continues every few days until first grooming. |
December 19, 2023 | Introduction to thunder and loud rain sounds |
December 20, 2023 | Introduction to brushing and the sound of fireworks. |
December 21, 2023 | Introduction to dog bed, ball, and rope toy. |
December 22, 2023 | Introduction to puppy mush. |
December 23, 2023 | Added a litter tray with pellet livestock bedding for potty training. |
December 27, 2023 | Introduction to larger area |
December 27, 2023 | Added gravity bed, Kennel, and Tunnel play |
December 28, 2023 | Shaved face and sanitary areas |
January 2, 2024 | First bath and blow dry |
January 3, 2024 | Green, Purple, and Black collar first car ride. |
January 3, 2024 | First time outside |
January 5, 2024 | Fecal sample ran at vet and it was NEGATIVE! |
January 5, 2024 | Dry Kibble |
January 6, 2024 | Introduced outside family, Toddlers |
January 6, 2024 | popped open umbrella |
January 7, 2024 | Introduced New play tunnel |
January 7, 2024 | Introduced slow feeder with kibble |
January 8, 2024 | Outside during a Thunder and lightening storm. |
January 9, 2024 | Outside play time around 9pm in the dark before bed. |
January 9, 2024 | Slept in kennel overnight, away from puppy area. |
January 10, 2024 | Enjoyed playing in the water bowl outside. |
January 14, 2024 | Temperament Tested by stranger |
January 15, 2024 | Played in ice outside on the ground. |
January 16, 2024 | Introduction to lick mat |
January 16, 2024 | Introduced to a fire inside Fireplace. |
January 18, 2024 | 1st Veterinarian Exam and Vaccines. |
January 18, 2024 | Fecal - Negative |
January 19, 2024 | Introduced to snuffle rope with treats. |
January 21, 2024 | Got to explore entire backyard and see chickens. |
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