The pups have discovered feet, ankles, and pant legs. Oh what fun! One of the pups is more independent then the others, while two are cuddlers and velcro dogs ( at least at this point in time). I have their little puppy crates set out in their room with the doors off so they can easily come and go from them. They are eating well, even dry hard kibble. They do prefer when it is mixed with their Merrick Country Cafe Duck canned food. For whatever reason that is what I have been feeding pups for the last couple of years.
They are starting to sit and give eye contact.
They come when you call puppy-puppy.
They are getting good about using the litter box for their BMs.
They were wormed for the second time, no visible results of the process.
Last night was the first night without Mom. Not such a big deal as I put them to bed at 1 am and was back down by 6 am. Neither Faye or her pups were concerned by their first long separation. I really expected a little bit more of a reaction from all of them, it was very neutral. On the other hand I am not complaining. I am pleased that the pups give me a more enthusiastic welcome then they do their own mother!
My goals for the pups over the weekend and the Christmas holiday are:
- car ride
- quick romp on the snow
- start working on taking treats
- play with the baby agility tunnel (last years BDay present from Kari)
- intro to crates
