Maya's World

08/11/2025

Malina is 4 Months Old! 🐾

Our sweet Malina is growing up so fast — 4 months old today! She’s at that fun, curious stage where she’s part baby, part teenager, and 100% mischief.

Here’s what she’s up to now:
-Knows her name and comes running when called (most of the time 😉)
-Walking nicely on a leash and starting to enjoy short adventures
-Mastering “sit” and “leave it,” and learning to wait patiently (well… trying!)
-Loves meeting new people and other dogs — tail always wagging
-Exploring everything with her nose (and sometimes her mouth!)
-Has bursts of wild puppy zoomies, then crashes for epic naps
-Starting to lose baby teeth — and very happy to chew on everything

She is still in the Juvenile Period of the developmental stage— curious, confident, but still learning about the world. She has a short attention span, but is eager to learn with fun, positive training.
Yesterday she visited the Lowes and the restaurant. She did great!!!
She’s playful, smart, and full of love ❤️. I hope all her brothers and sisters are the same.

07/12/2025

Our sweet Malina is 13 weeks old!
It’s amazing how much love, mischief, and puppy zoomies can fit into her 22 lbs body. Every day is a new adventure with this little one — from potty training to stealing things when we’re not looking.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from Maya’s World crew and our newest family member Malina. She is 12 weeks old today.

06/27/2025

06/21/2025

Maya’s Puppies Are 10 Weeks Old! 🐾
Yesterday, Maya’s puppies turned 10 weeks old! Two of them will be heading to their forever homes tomorrow, so please keep your fingers crossed for their new families, because these two are full of life and energy! 😄😜🤣

At this age, the puppies are gaining independence and confidence. They're still in the early juvenile stage, a time when curiosity is high and learning happens quickly, both the good and the mischievous!

Here’s what they can do now:
✔️ They know how to use the doggie door (smart cookies!)
✔️ They remember where the food is — no surprise there!
✔️ They’ve mastered climbing — a 2-foot playpen is officially not a challenge anymore!
✔️ They’re responding to their names and learning basic cues
✔️ They love walks on the leash and are adjusting to a daily routine
✔️ They’re playful, affectionate, and developing their own little personalities
✔️ They had second round of vaccination this week and did great!
✔️ They are already 17-18 lbs.
We’ll miss the two pups heading out tomorrow, but we know they’ll bring so much love (and laughter) to their new homes. 💛 And in the meantime, we’re soaking up the last snuggles and zoomies with those still here.

06/14/2025

Maya’s Puppies Are 9 Weeks Old Today! 🐾🐾🐾

Maya’s puppies are officially 9 weeks old! Most of them are off on their next adventure with their new families and are slowly adjusting to their new homes. We’ve been getting wonderful updates and couldn’t be prouder of how well they’re doing. ❤️
We still have three pups here with us, and we’re soaking up every bit of puppy love while we can! They’re growing so fast!
We’ve started introducing harnesses and leashes, and they’re picking it up quickly. Walks are becoming part of our routine, and they’re loving the chance to explore.
At 9 weeks, puppies are still in the Socialization Period. It’s a key time to gently expose them to new experiences in a safe and positive way to help build their confidence.
Here’s what they can do now:
🔹 They recognize familiar people and daily routines
🔹 Some of them begin responding to their names
🔹 Walk on a leash with growing confidence
🔹 They explore their surroundings with curiosity and caution
🔹 Learn basic commands like “sit,” “come,” and how to settle in a crate
🔹 Practice social play and bite inhibition
🔹 Continue developing potty training habits

They’re becoming such smart, sweet companions — and we’re enjoying every minute with the pups still here.

06/07/2025

Maya’s Puppies Are 8 Weeks Old!

Yesterday marked a big milestone! Maya’s puppies turned 8 weeks old! And with that came some bittersweet goodbyes. Sweet Maple (formerly Brownie) left yesterday, and today, Maverick, Millie, and Tucker are heading off to start their new adventures with their forever families. ❤️
Letting them go is the hardest part of this journey. We've watched them grow from tiny newborns into confident, curious little doggies, and we’ve poured our hearts into preparing them for this next chapter.
At 8 weeks old, puppies are still in the Socialization Period but are also entering the Fear Stage. This is a normal developmental phase when they may become more sensitive to new experiences, sights, and sounds. It’s very important that their new families continue gentle, positive exposure to everyday life to help them build confidence.

Here’s what they can do now:
🐾 They’re fully mobile — running, climbing, wrestling, and exploring with energy
🐾 They’ve developed good social skills through play with their siblings
🐾 Their hearing and vision are fully mature — they react to voices, toys, and environmental cues
🐾 They’re learning fast — crate time, potty routines, and basic manners have all been introduced
🐾 They’re love to chew, so safe toys are a must! Squeaky toys only under the supervision, please!
🐾 They’re curious and adaptable, but may be more cautious during this fear period — gentle encouragement is key

We still have a few more snuggles to enjoy with the pups staying a bit longer… and we’re soaking up every moment!

06/07/2025

Someone was back from “maternity leave”. Sadly, no more students 😜

06/05/2025

Last run together before rain tomorrow and Maple going to her new family on Friday.

06/02/2025

Tug of war🤣

05/31/2025

Maya’s Puppies Are 7 Weeks Old! 🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾🐾

It’s hard to believe, but Maya’s sweet pups turned 7 weeks old yesterday! Some of them will be leaving us next week to begin their new adventures with their forever families. ❤️
At this age, they are still in the Socialization Period, one of the most important stages in a puppy’s development. Here’s what they’re up to now:
*Full of confidence: They are running, climbing, playing, wrestling, and exploring everything around them.
*Strong social skills: They’re practicing bite inhibition, playing with their siblings, and interacting with people.
*Quick learners: We’ve gently started crate time, potty routines, and basic cues.
*Fully developed hearing and vision: They respond to voices, toys, and all the everyday sounds of a busy household.
*Lots of chewing: Their teeth are sharp like needles, and they love toys, safe chews and shoes.
*Adapting to the world: They’ve taken short car rides, visited the vet, experienced new sounds, and soaked up cuddles from us and visitors.
They’re blossoming into curious, playful, and affectionate little Labs!❤️
We’re cherishing every moment with them this week before we say our heartfelt goodbyes. 💕💕💕

05/30/2025

Two handsome daddies of Maya's puppies (different litters, of course).

Happy Friday. Hope everyone has as relaxed a weekend as these two!