Tag Archives: puppy enrichment

I had to get in first

Since the puppies like playing in the water bucket so much, I decided it was time to introduce them to the kiddie pool. So while I was out in the garden watering and the puppies were in their play area, … Continue reading

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The great outdoors

The Poodles and the last batch of Cavapoos did a wonder on the garden play area digging holes everywhere! I’ve tried to fill those in, hubby mowed and I’ve been watering in hopes that some grass would grow back. But … 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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That didn’t take long!

The puppies have conquered the ramp! And it didn’t take but a minute. And then they were going five different directions to explore their bigger play area! ❤️

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Their world just expanded!

Yesterday I took Winter’s puppies for their first great adventure outdoors. Of course, the big dog all had to investigate what was in the basket and say “hello” to the puppies. They are so sweet and gentle with them. True … Continue reading

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What’s that noise?

It’s important to expose your puppy (safely) to different noises during the socialization period (three to about fourteen weeks). And we do our best to give them a good start before they go home! I’ve talked about this app before, … Continue reading

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New adventures

Winter and her puppies are all settled in the puppy room upstairs. We have a whole room over the top of our garage (accessed through the laundry room which is off the kitchen) that we’ve fixed up just for puppies! … Continue reading

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Running errands

Yesterday hubby needed to go to town to grab some things for an upcoming backpacking trip. I needed to grab a couple things too, so we went together. Mostly I’m the one going to town for shopping, banking etc. He … Continue reading

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Fun and learning

As I mentioned this last week with Shiloh’s litter will be a busy one! Practicing crate times, practicing going outside to potty, introducing them to new things, practicing being on the grooming table and being handled all over and getting … Continue reading

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Outdoor adventures

The puppies are now full-on having a blast outside! As with any litter, when they’re young and first venturing into a new place, they’re a bit unsure. But by the second trip outside, they’re more comfortable and confident and enjoying … Continue reading

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