Watch Our Program

⭐ Nursing, sleeping, and staying warm under mama’s watchful eye.

⭐ Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) & Early Scent Introduction (ESI) begin on Day 3.

⭐ Umbilical cords have all detached, and weight gain is steady.

⭐ Lots of tiny squeaks, wiggles, and little puppy piles in the whelping box.

⭐ Eyes are open – first glimpses of light!

⭐ Ears still closed, but subtle head turns suggest they’re sensing vibrations.

⭐ Bigger voices during weigh-ins and ENS/ESI sessions.

⭐ Nesting and potty zone distinction is emerging.

⭐ Weight gain continues steadily, with each pup more than doubling their birth weight.

⭐ Eating 4 meals per day – raw turkey mash, kibble mash, and gentle protein rotation.

⭐ Nursing – briefly in between and after each meal for comfort and bonding.

⭐ Potty area upgrade – beginning to toddle toward the grass pad on their own.

⭐ Space Expansion – introduction of their small “house” with defined sleeping, play, and dining zones.

⭐ Teeth emerging – mouthing, chewing, and exploring various textures.

⭐ First play interactions – nibbling ears, paw batting, and tiny growls and barks during play.

⭐ Recognizing voices and seeking human interaction – early social engagement.

⭐ Begin brief Puppy Culture Challenges – small confidence-building tasks.

⭐Outdoor introductions begin — brief trips outside to experience fresh air, natural ground, and natural sounds

⭐Confident walking and early play sessions — chasing, pouncing, and playful wrestling

⭐Eating solid meals with enthusiasm — four meals daily, nursing tapering naturally

⭐Introduction to low enrichment items — soft toys, wobble surfaces, tunnels, and textures

⭐Sound exposure begins — gentle household noises, voices, and movement

⭐Clicker Training Individual Sessions — learn to take treats and power up the clicker.

⭐Human bonding increases — pups seek out attention, climb into laps, and respond to interaction

⭐Early confidence-building exercises — stepping over small obstacles, exploring new corners

⭐Tail wags appear — a sure sign of comfort, curiosity, and connection

⭐Structured play sessions — learning to read each other’s signals and take breaks

⭐Potty habits strengthening outdoors using a doggie door — pups begin connecting the ground outside with potty time

⭐More advanced enrichment items — wobble boards, tunnels, new textures, and light obstacles

⭐Sound desensitization expands — vacuum cleaner, woodworking tools (air compressor, nail gun), doors closing, voices, and everyday household activities

⭐Increased human engagement — pups follow people, seek interaction, and enjoy handling

⭐Mealtime independence — eating confidently, nursing continuing but clearly secondary

⭐Early confidence recovery — brief startle → quick bounce-back

⭐Potty habits strengthening — most pups actively seek out the doggie door to go potty outside or the indoor grass pad area

⭐Clicker Training Individual Sessions — Manding Exercise – Learn to ask politely without jumping and pawing.

⭐Exploring the home environment — supervised walks through different rooms, flooring types, and household activities

⭐Meeting trusted adult dogs — calm, well-mannered adults introduced one-on-one to model appropriate canine communication

⭐Introduction to other animals — brief, controlled exposure with emphasis on neutrality and calm observation

⭐Side-by-side ATV sound habituation — puppies experience engine sounds and vibration at a safe distance while remaining engaged and relaxed

⭐Beginning gunshot desensitization — very distant, low-intensity exposure paired with positive experiences

⭐Outdoor confidence continues — navigating varied terrain with curiosity and enthusiasm

⭐Growing independence — short individual sessions away from littermates to build confidence and focus

⭐Consistent outdoor potty routine established — puppies go outside immediately upon waking, and before-and-after meals, reinforcing strong habits and clear expectations

⭐Meals transitioned to 3 times per day — now eating gravy-style kibble only, supporting digestive consistency and preparing for go-home feeding routines

⭐Clicker Training Group Sessions — manding (sit) exercise – learn to ask politely without jumping and pawing.

⭐Gunshot desensitization continues at closer range — carefully layered exposure paired with play, calm handling, and quick recovery

⭐Gear Desensitization & Introduction to water through play — shallow water games using balls and pheasant feathers to spark natural interest without pressure

⭐Resource Guarding Prevention Exercises — teach puppies that human interaction during eating predicts calm, neutral, or positive outcomes

⭐Car rides introduced and repeated — multiple short trips to prepare for our 40-minute drive to the vet

⭐Ongoing interaction with trusted adult dogs — reinforcing appropriate canine communication

⭐Increased handler focus — responding to voices, recall, and direction through play

⭐Veterinary visit completed — puppies handled the exam environment, new smells, and gentle restraint with confidence

⭐Continued water play — curiosity and confidence growing through games and exploration

⭐Go-home readiness — puppies are comfortable with handling, routine changes, and brief separations

⭐Transition preparation — families receive guidance on feeding, potty routines, crate introduction, and first-week expectations

⭐Final enrichment without pressure — familiar toys, gentle play, and confidence-boosting interactions

⭐Increased handler focus — responding to voices, recall, and direction through play

⭐Consistency in daily rhythm — meals, potty schedules, and rest periods remain predictable

⭐One-on-one bonding time — individual attention to support emotional security before departure

⭐Final temperament observations shared — insights provided to families to support a smooth transition

⭐Puppy packs prepared — scent items, comfort objects, nutritional information, and more!

⭐Lots of hugs, kisses, and happy tears — for pups and humans