Category Archives: puppy training

My cheese trick

I like to introduce the puppies to a soft carrier before they leave here so that those that might be flying will feel comfortable in it. And it’s just another great thing to let all the puppies know about. And … Continue reading

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The table

It’s good to get your puppy accustomed to a small table for handling and grooming. Your veterinarian, vet technician and groomer will thank you! And your puppy will be much happier not experiencing this situation for the first time in … Continue reading

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What will this become?

Are they going to be the Three Musketeers, the Three Amigos or the Three Stooges? As Dally gets used to being without her brother and littermates, I’ve introduced her to Ditto and Maple. My fear was they would be too … Continue reading

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A new normal

Dally is learning her new normal without brother, Bruno around. She’s a bit unhappy when she has to stay in her pen by herself and vocalizes all about it. But when she settles down, then I give her some attention. You … Continue reading

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Growing and learning

Dally and Bruno are such fun to have around. They’re both sweet and playful puppies! Dally is definitely the fearless leader of the two and Bruno is the sweet, cautious one. They’re both doing well with potty training, spending time … Continue reading

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They’re doing well!

Work continues on the puppies we still have here for continued training and socializing. Ditto and Maple, the Poodles and Dally, the Cavapoo, all puppies I’m keeping. And then we have Lenny (formerly Cosmos) who leaves tomorrow and Bruno (formerly … Continue reading

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Preventing resource guarding

This is something else we’re practicing with our puppies. Have you ever had a dog that wouldn’t give up a toy or growled if you came near his dish while he was eating? I’ve seen and heard of it before. … Continue reading

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Bait the crate!

I’ve been taking Shiloh’s puppies outside in the big laundry basket. But now they’re getting too wiggly and active. Chrys tried to make a break for it on our last wagon ride. And I don’t need any superman stunts and … Continue reading

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It’s been fun!

Murphy (formerly Tater Tot) is going home today! Although it’s always extra work keeping a puppy longer, it’s been fun. He’s such a good puppy! We’ve enjoyed taking him to town and church to socialize, go for car rides, meet … Continue reading

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The transitional stage

And now for another informative (and previous post and litter) to describe where our little Cavapoo guy is at in his development. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s post where we’ll highlight him! The Transitional Stage. Once the puppies eyes and ears … Continue reading

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