We start on day two. Husband, our children (adult & littles) and I start with petting pups in mom presents. At four weeks of age, we introduce strangers with strict rules (washing hands and foot covers). We also introduce pups to a larger room including more stimulating play toys and a potty box. At seven weeks (three days after the first vaccination) we introduce pups to outdoor play and unlimited people. We encourage our friends and neighbors to visit. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Sound Stimulation, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, Scents, Car Rides, Outdoors (when Weather permits), and Temperament imprinting Evaluation .
Puppy health practices
All pups have their first checks by day three. At this time their tails are docked and dewclaws removed. Pups start deworm meds age 4 weeks and first immunization at 7 weeks.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Puppy book (babybook), Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound and texture enrichment, Dew claws removed, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, and Bone.
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