06/06/2026
Puppy life...the first three weeks are pretty quiet. The only real milestones are when eyes and ears open at around two weeks, and then first tail-wags (so adorable! ๐) at around 3 weeks. That's also when they are usually ready to transition out of the whelping box.
We do ENS daily on days 3-16 and spend lots of time just handling, petting, and snuggling these little guys to let them know how welcome and loved they are.
Week four is when things get a little more active. That's where we are now! By now they are bumbling around and learning to play. We've already introduced their astroturf and they're learning to use it for elimination. We're hearing lots of puppy barks and growls while they're at play, and we're getting a handle on each little personality: introvert/extrovert? Active/calm? Confident/laid back? Any potential therapy candidates?
๐ธSometime during weeks three and four, we also snap their first studio photos! This group really was amazing for their session.
My daughter, Bekah, does our informal temperament assessments during week four. Can't wait for that milestone, coming soon!
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