Bailey x Charlie
Bailey delivered on 02/20/21!
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Breed: Mini Double Doodles
Adult Size: 25-35lbs Coat: Wavy Color: Red/Apricot Born: 02/20/21 Selection Day: April 5th Take Home: April 10th Availabilities - No Bailey's Reservation List: 1. Red Spring Farm- Ms. Purple! 2. S. Grosch- Mr. Blue! 3. M. Wooddell- Mr. Green! 4. J. Gibson - Ms. Aqua! 5. T. Inn- Ms. Yellow! 6. S. Darwin- Ms. Orange! 7. AVAILABLE 8. AVAILABLE |
PUPDATES:
"Pupdates" are posted below each week!
The 1, 2,& 3 Week Pupdates will include weights and a general litter update
The 4 Week Pupdate will include weights and a description of each pup as their personality emerges
The 5 Week Pupdate will include weights, personality descriptions, & temperament testing
The 6 Week Pupdate will include weights and a general litter update
"Pupdates" are posted below each week!
The 1, 2,& 3 Week Pupdates will include weights and a general litter update
The 4 Week Pupdate will include weights and a description of each pup as their personality emerges
The 5 Week Pupdate will include weights, personality descriptions, & temperament testing
The 6 Week Pupdate will include weights and a general litter update
6th Pupdate:
(Weights from 4/5)
Mr. Blue: 3.9 lb
Mr. Red: 2.9 lb
Mr. Green: 3.7 lb
Ms. Pink: 4.2 lb
Ms. Yellow: 3.3 lb
Ms. Purple: 4.9 lb
Ms. Orange: 4.9 lb
Ms. Aqua: 4.4 lb
*Some pups gained more than others this week. Don't worry, this is very common during the weaning period. All pups are eating very well and have good body condition :)
(Weights from 4/5)
Mr. Blue: 3.9 lb
Mr. Red: 2.9 lb
Mr. Green: 3.7 lb
Ms. Pink: 4.2 lb
Ms. Yellow: 3.3 lb
Ms. Purple: 4.9 lb
Ms. Orange: 4.9 lb
Ms. Aqua: 4.4 lb
*Some pups gained more than others this week. Don't worry, this is very common during the weaning period. All pups are eating very well and have good body condition :)
Vet Exam Information: Appointment April 5th!
Pups went to the vet today! Our vet is EXTREMELY thorough, which we love. He makes a point to note everything about each pup after a thorough examination. We describe puppy vet exams in three different ways... perfect, normal, or abnormal.
A perfect exam is what it sounds like, it means that the vet didn't notice anything out of the ordinary, and so no notes are made on that pup's record sheet. It is unusual for every pup in a litter to get a perfect vet exam.
A normal exam is when a pup has something worth noting, but it is not expected to impact the health of the pup, or quality as a pet. It is not unusual for puppies to have imperfect exams at this age. They are growing at a rapid pace, and this sometimes results in awkward phases. In fact, sometimes we have more pups in a litter with "normal" exams than "perfect" exams! Normal exam findings generally correct themselves with age, or (in the case of an umbilical hernia) may need a very simple correction at the time of spay/neuter. Examples of imperfect, but normal puppy exams include a small under or overbite, a small umbilical hernia, "puppy laxity" of the patellas, an low grade heart murmur (which is expected to go away as the pup grows), or a missing a testicle (sometimes they don't both "drop" until a pup is older). We will ALWAYS notify you of any such things at the first vet visit, and you are NOT required to take a pup that you do not feel comfortable with due to any exam finding, even if it is a somewhat normal finding for a growing pup. We will only allow pups to go home if we feel comfortable that the issue is benign or will go away with age.
Abnormal exams are when pups have an exam that concerns us for their long term health. An example of this would be severe patellar luxation (extremely loose knee joints- very different than typical puppy laxity), a loud heart murmur (ex, 4 out of 6), cataracts, etc. In these situations, where the severity of the issue in question may impact their long term health, we "pull" the puppy from the reservation list and they are no longer available until we can either wait for the next exam of have the pup checked by a specialist, depending on the issue. We have been very blessed in that every single pup we have ever had to pull from a list due to an abnormal exam has ended up being just fine and the condition went away with age! Still- we don't let pups go to new homes until we are comfortable that they can live normal, happy lives.
Mr. Blue: Perfect vet exam!
Mr. Red: Perfect vet exam!
Mr. Green: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Pink: "Normal" vet exam with a soft, low grade heart murmur. Refer below for additional information.
Ms. Yellow: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Purple: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Orange: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Aqua: Perfect vet exam!
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Puppyhood Heart Murmurs In Small Breed Dogs
Although the name is unsettling, heart murmurs (especially soft/low grade murmurs) are very, very common in small breed puppies, especially before 12 weeks of age. As the heart pumps blood through the heart chambers, valves, and arteries, it creates whooshing and swishing noises, which a vet can listen to with the help of a stethoscope. The diagnosis of a puppyhood murmur is nearly always a benign "flow murmur." A flow murmur occurs when the heart is completely healthy, but the shape of the heart chambers/valves/arteries is creating an unusual noise (in a similar way that footsteps or voices echo in a cave differently, depending on the size/shape of the cave). Keep in mind, with young puppies, the vet is listening to a heart the size of a lima bean that is in a period of rapid growth, changing significantly from week to week. The normal heart rate of a puppy is around 160 BPM, beats per minute. As the puppy grows, the heart becomes larger (and therefore easier to hear), and the growth rate of the pup levels off. The vast majority of puppyhood heart murmurs disappear completely by the time a pup is done with it's booster vaccines.
In all of our years of breeding, we have had many pups with a grade 1 or 2 heart murmurs at 5-8 weeks of age (one as severe as a grade 4... which also thankfully disappeared completely as the pup grew). In nearly every circumstance, the murmur disappeared completely with time. In the few that persisted to have a grade 1 murmur into adulthood, the murmur was cleared by a veterinary cardiologist via an echocardiogram (an ultrasound of the heart) and diagnosed with an adult benign/flow murmur (as described above... it basically means that there IS an unusual sound, but the heart is perfectly healthy and the dog is not at risk).
If you are considering Ms. Pink, please reach out if you have any questions. Though a small/soft murmur doesn't intimidate us (because we realize how common it is) we understand that it can be frightening for a new puppy owner. We want you to be 100% confident moving forward with your pup, and encourage you to do additional research and consult with your vet. We are MORE than happy to move you to a future list if this is preferred.
Keep in mind, we clear each of our adult breeding dogs for heart conditions through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, and Pink will continue to be covered under our health guarantee, which includes cardiac disorders requiring surgery or lifelong medication.
Pups went to the vet today! Our vet is EXTREMELY thorough, which we love. He makes a point to note everything about each pup after a thorough examination. We describe puppy vet exams in three different ways... perfect, normal, or abnormal.
A perfect exam is what it sounds like, it means that the vet didn't notice anything out of the ordinary, and so no notes are made on that pup's record sheet. It is unusual for every pup in a litter to get a perfect vet exam.
A normal exam is when a pup has something worth noting, but it is not expected to impact the health of the pup, or quality as a pet. It is not unusual for puppies to have imperfect exams at this age. They are growing at a rapid pace, and this sometimes results in awkward phases. In fact, sometimes we have more pups in a litter with "normal" exams than "perfect" exams! Normal exam findings generally correct themselves with age, or (in the case of an umbilical hernia) may need a very simple correction at the time of spay/neuter. Examples of imperfect, but normal puppy exams include a small under or overbite, a small umbilical hernia, "puppy laxity" of the patellas, an low grade heart murmur (which is expected to go away as the pup grows), or a missing a testicle (sometimes they don't both "drop" until a pup is older). We will ALWAYS notify you of any such things at the first vet visit, and you are NOT required to take a pup that you do not feel comfortable with due to any exam finding, even if it is a somewhat normal finding for a growing pup. We will only allow pups to go home if we feel comfortable that the issue is benign or will go away with age.
Abnormal exams are when pups have an exam that concerns us for their long term health. An example of this would be severe patellar luxation (extremely loose knee joints- very different than typical puppy laxity), a loud heart murmur (ex, 4 out of 6), cataracts, etc. In these situations, where the severity of the issue in question may impact their long term health, we "pull" the puppy from the reservation list and they are no longer available until we can either wait for the next exam of have the pup checked by a specialist, depending on the issue. We have been very blessed in that every single pup we have ever had to pull from a list due to an abnormal exam has ended up being just fine and the condition went away with age! Still- we don't let pups go to new homes until we are comfortable that they can live normal, happy lives.
Mr. Blue: Perfect vet exam!
Mr. Red: Perfect vet exam!
Mr. Green: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Pink: "Normal" vet exam with a soft, low grade heart murmur. Refer below for additional information.
Ms. Yellow: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Purple: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Orange: Perfect vet exam!
Ms. Aqua: Perfect vet exam!
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Puppyhood Heart Murmurs In Small Breed Dogs
Although the name is unsettling, heart murmurs (especially soft/low grade murmurs) are very, very common in small breed puppies, especially before 12 weeks of age. As the heart pumps blood through the heart chambers, valves, and arteries, it creates whooshing and swishing noises, which a vet can listen to with the help of a stethoscope. The diagnosis of a puppyhood murmur is nearly always a benign "flow murmur." A flow murmur occurs when the heart is completely healthy, but the shape of the heart chambers/valves/arteries is creating an unusual noise (in a similar way that footsteps or voices echo in a cave differently, depending on the size/shape of the cave). Keep in mind, with young puppies, the vet is listening to a heart the size of a lima bean that is in a period of rapid growth, changing significantly from week to week. The normal heart rate of a puppy is around 160 BPM, beats per minute. As the puppy grows, the heart becomes larger (and therefore easier to hear), and the growth rate of the pup levels off. The vast majority of puppyhood heart murmurs disappear completely by the time a pup is done with it's booster vaccines.
In all of our years of breeding, we have had many pups with a grade 1 or 2 heart murmurs at 5-8 weeks of age (one as severe as a grade 4... which also thankfully disappeared completely as the pup grew). In nearly every circumstance, the murmur disappeared completely with time. In the few that persisted to have a grade 1 murmur into adulthood, the murmur was cleared by a veterinary cardiologist via an echocardiogram (an ultrasound of the heart) and diagnosed with an adult benign/flow murmur (as described above... it basically means that there IS an unusual sound, but the heart is perfectly healthy and the dog is not at risk).
If you are considering Ms. Pink, please reach out if you have any questions. Though a small/soft murmur doesn't intimidate us (because we realize how common it is) we understand that it can be frightening for a new puppy owner. We want you to be 100% confident moving forward with your pup, and encourage you to do additional research and consult with your vet. We are MORE than happy to move you to a future list if this is preferred.
Keep in mind, we clear each of our adult breeding dogs for heart conditions through the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, and Pink will continue to be covered under our health guarantee, which includes cardiac disorders requiring surgery or lifelong medication.
5th Pupdate:
Mr. Blue: This handsome dood is confident and playful! He likes interacting with people and puppies alike, but then is content to "chill out" and do his own thing. He is adventurous and likes to explore! He is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.38 lb
Mr. Red: This sweet little guy is all about quiet cuddle time with his favorite people (big or small). He is a gentle pup with a naturally submissive/passive demeanor, much like his daddy Charlie. He will thrive with a family that wants a loyal "velcro" pup that will bond very closely to them. 2.54 lb
Mr. Green: This happy go lucky dood has a lovely, middle of the road temperament. He is the "middle child" of the boys, likely landing in-between his two brothers in size. He is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.16 lb
Ms. Pink: This playful, happy girl is cute as a button and is sweet on the inside as she is out. Though she isn't going to have tight poodle-like curls, she won't have a straight coat either and has the classic teddy-bear doodle face. She has a goofy streak and will keep you laughing with her silly antics. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.24 lb
Ms. Yellow: This little girl will likely land on the smaller side of the expected weight range. She has a beautiful, expressive little face and her personality matches- she is such a sweet, loving girl. She loves people and pups alike. She is a primarily neutral/slightly passive pup who will thrive in any household. 2.68 lb
Ms. Purple: A clone of mommy Bailey! Little Purple is goofy, "big boned" and a well structured pup with a big, blocky head. She is sweet as can be and doesn't realize that she is a big pup... she is a gentle "giant." She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.86 lb
Ms. Orange: This goofy little girl will have you wrapped around her finger in no time. She is confident, bubbly, and playful. She is all about cuddles and wrestling and loves her siblings. She has slightly unusual coloring, her "black" nose has a red tone to it compared to her siblings. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.68 lb
Ms. Aqua: This big girl has a big personality and is confident, playful, and lots of fun! She is a goofball and loves to interact with puppies and people alike... but is self assured enough to venture out independently and play on her own. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.72 lb
Temperament Testing:
Using [A] for active response,
[N] for neutral and
[P] for passive based on:
1. Observation. Watching how she plays with other puppies, does she jump right into group activities [A], hanging in the midst of the activity [N], or submitting when approached [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
2. Play. When you first take a puppy aside to play with, is he active/very playful [A], easy going [N] or does he just want to be petted [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
3. Cradle. When cradling a puppy in your arms, does he relax [P], wiggle a bit and then relax [N] or wiggle and lick like crazy [A].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: P
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
4. Call back. Using a treat or squeak toy and calling to the puppy while backing away, does he race after you while jumping at your ankles [A], follow happily with a trot and tail wag [N] or needs a moment to evaluate the situation before checking it out (praise helps) [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
5. Tuck and pat. When kneeling/sitting on the floor, settle the puppy between your legs. Pet him in long gentle strokes as you praise him softly. Does he wriggle free confidently without giving up [A], wriggle and then relax [N] or simply melt in your embrace [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: P
Mr. Green: P
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: P
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
6. Bend over. Stand up, stretch and relax, Now go to your puppy and lean over to pet him. Your doing this may seem overwhelming to the pup because you're so large and he's so small. Does he jump up at your face playfully [A], crouch submissively with a passive tail way [P] or just relax and let it happen, nonchalantly [N].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
7. Nose kiss. Cradle your puppy's face in your hands and kiss him on the nose. Does he bite you back [A], accept the smooch calmly or return the interaction with a kiss [N] melts in your arms, just letting it happen [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: P
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
8. Toe squeeze. In this exercise, you're testing your puppy's reaction and sensitivity to discomfort. While petting the puppy, gently squeeze the skin between his toes. Does he attack your hand [A], lick or mouth gently [N], or whimper/appear anxious [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
9. Startle sound. Take a bunch of keys and when your prospective puppy least expects it, rattle them above his head and gauge his reaction. Does he playfully "attack" the keys [A], give them a nonchalant glance [N], or crouch submissively and looks to you guidance [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
10. Crash test. Stand and wait until your puppy is no longer interested in you. Suddenly fall to the ground as if you've tripped and yell "Ouch." Does the puppy race over and playfully pounce [A], comes to sniff or lick your face [N], or hangs back to observe what is going on before approaching [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
11. Uplift. Lift the puppy 4 inches off the floor by cradling his midsection. Hold him there for at few seconds. Does he wriggle and mouth [A]? Does he relax and look around [N]? Does he "freeze" and wait for your next move[P]?
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
All A's: This dominant puppy is extremely bright and interactive. Raising him will take concentration, consistency and time and an experienced owner is recommended. They can be extremely rewarding pets for someone who wants to have a highly trained companion or competition dog of some sort (Agility, dock diving, etc).
All N's: Easy going and contained, "All N" puppies will be pleasant and an ideal pet for most families. These middle-of-the-road pups are confident enough that they won't live for their owner's approval and guidance like a "P" puppy would (N pups can be stubborn at times) but they won't be as defiant as an "A" puppy can be.
All P's: This puppy has a weak self-esteem and needs your reassurance to feel safe. Without proper lessons and socialization, he'll be shy. With proper socializing, "P" pups can "built up" to make excellent family dogs and tend to be very attached to their owners.
Mix of A and N's: This active puppy will want to be in the middle of everything but will show more impulse control when stimulated than an all "A" puppy. "A/N" puppies are great for loud/active families that want a pup with lots of personality and confidence, but that are not nearly as intense as "all A" puppies.
Mix of N and P's: This self-assured puppy will be easygoing and gentle yet with a stronger sense of self than a completely passive puppy. Because he's more composed, he'll be an ideal puppy for a calm household.
Mr. Blue: This handsome dood is confident and playful! He likes interacting with people and puppies alike, but then is content to "chill out" and do his own thing. He is adventurous and likes to explore! He is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.38 lb
Mr. Red: This sweet little guy is all about quiet cuddle time with his favorite people (big or small). He is a gentle pup with a naturally submissive/passive demeanor, much like his daddy Charlie. He will thrive with a family that wants a loyal "velcro" pup that will bond very closely to them. 2.54 lb
Mr. Green: This happy go lucky dood has a lovely, middle of the road temperament. He is the "middle child" of the boys, likely landing in-between his two brothers in size. He is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.16 lb
Ms. Pink: This playful, happy girl is cute as a button and is sweet on the inside as she is out. Though she isn't going to have tight poodle-like curls, she won't have a straight coat either and has the classic teddy-bear doodle face. She has a goofy streak and will keep you laughing with her silly antics. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.24 lb
Ms. Yellow: This little girl will likely land on the smaller side of the expected weight range. She has a beautiful, expressive little face and her personality matches- she is such a sweet, loving girl. She loves people and pups alike. She is a primarily neutral/slightly passive pup who will thrive in any household. 2.68 lb
Ms. Purple: A clone of mommy Bailey! Little Purple is goofy, "big boned" and a well structured pup with a big, blocky head. She is sweet as can be and doesn't realize that she is a big pup... she is a gentle "giant." She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.86 lb
Ms. Orange: This goofy little girl will have you wrapped around her finger in no time. She is confident, bubbly, and playful. She is all about cuddles and wrestling and loves her siblings. She has slightly unusual coloring, her "black" nose has a red tone to it compared to her siblings. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.68 lb
Ms. Aqua: This big girl has a big personality and is confident, playful, and lots of fun! She is a goofball and loves to interact with puppies and people alike... but is self assured enough to venture out independently and play on her own. She is a primarily neutral pup who will thrive in any household. 3.72 lb
Temperament Testing:
Using [A] for active response,
[N] for neutral and
[P] for passive based on:
1. Observation. Watching how she plays with other puppies, does she jump right into group activities [A], hanging in the midst of the activity [N], or submitting when approached [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
2. Play. When you first take a puppy aside to play with, is he active/very playful [A], easy going [N] or does he just want to be petted [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
3. Cradle. When cradling a puppy in your arms, does he relax [P], wiggle a bit and then relax [N] or wiggle and lick like crazy [A].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: P
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
4. Call back. Using a treat or squeak toy and calling to the puppy while backing away, does he race after you while jumping at your ankles [A], follow happily with a trot and tail wag [N] or needs a moment to evaluate the situation before checking it out (praise helps) [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
5. Tuck and pat. When kneeling/sitting on the floor, settle the puppy between your legs. Pet him in long gentle strokes as you praise him softly. Does he wriggle free confidently without giving up [A], wriggle and then relax [N] or simply melt in your embrace [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: P
Mr. Green: P
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: P
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
6. Bend over. Stand up, stretch and relax, Now go to your puppy and lean over to pet him. Your doing this may seem overwhelming to the pup because you're so large and he's so small. Does he jump up at your face playfully [A], crouch submissively with a passive tail way [P] or just relax and let it happen, nonchalantly [N].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
7. Nose kiss. Cradle your puppy's face in your hands and kiss him on the nose. Does he bite you back [A], accept the smooch calmly or return the interaction with a kiss [N] melts in your arms, just letting it happen [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: P
Ms. Purple: P
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
8. Toe squeeze. In this exercise, you're testing your puppy's reaction and sensitivity to discomfort. While petting the puppy, gently squeeze the skin between his toes. Does he attack your hand [A], lick or mouth gently [N], or whimper/appear anxious [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
9. Startle sound. Take a bunch of keys and when your prospective puppy least expects it, rattle them above his head and gauge his reaction. Does he playfully "attack" the keys [A], give them a nonchalant glance [N], or crouch submissively and looks to you guidance [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
10. Crash test. Stand and wait until your puppy is no longer interested in you. Suddenly fall to the ground as if you've tripped and yell "Ouch." Does the puppy race over and playfully pounce [A], comes to sniff or lick your face [N], or hangs back to observe what is going on before approaching [P].
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
11. Uplift. Lift the puppy 4 inches off the floor by cradling his midsection. Hold him there for at few seconds. Does he wriggle and mouth [A]? Does he relax and look around [N]? Does he "freeze" and wait for your next move[P]?
Mr. Blue: N
Mr. Red: N
Mr. Green: N
Ms. Pink: N
Ms. Yellow: N
Ms. Purple: N
Ms. Orange: N
Ms. Aqua: N
All A's: This dominant puppy is extremely bright and interactive. Raising him will take concentration, consistency and time and an experienced owner is recommended. They can be extremely rewarding pets for someone who wants to have a highly trained companion or competition dog of some sort (Agility, dock diving, etc).
All N's: Easy going and contained, "All N" puppies will be pleasant and an ideal pet for most families. These middle-of-the-road pups are confident enough that they won't live for their owner's approval and guidance like a "P" puppy would (N pups can be stubborn at times) but they won't be as defiant as an "A" puppy can be.
All P's: This puppy has a weak self-esteem and needs your reassurance to feel safe. Without proper lessons and socialization, he'll be shy. With proper socializing, "P" pups can "built up" to make excellent family dogs and tend to be very attached to their owners.
Mix of A and N's: This active puppy will want to be in the middle of everything but will show more impulse control when stimulated than an all "A" puppy. "A/N" puppies are great for loud/active families that want a pup with lots of personality and confidence, but that are not nearly as intense as "all A" puppies.
Mix of N and P's: This self-assured puppy will be easygoing and gentle yet with a stronger sense of self than a completely passive puppy. Because he's more composed, he'll be an ideal puppy for a calm household.
4th Pupdate:
As those on the list know, this litter was a little behind with a couple of their milestones, so we waited a couple extra days to do the 4th pupdate. The 5th pupdate will be posted early/mid next week. The vet appointment for this group is scheduled for Easter Monday (April 5th). This week is a BIG one as puppies start the weaning process. As they start to toddle around more, they will be put in a larger playpen, how exciting! Weights are from their 4-wk birthday.
Mr. Blue: Similar to brother Green, Mr. Blue is a content little guy who has a nice, middle of the road temperament. He is playful but calms down for a nice nap on your lap after and makes good eye contact. While he isn't the most bold in the group, he does enjoy exploring! 2.60lb
Mr. Red: Though Red isn't a runt, and I don't expect he will be significantly smaller than anyone in this group, he is the "little dood" of the bunch. He is pretty easy going and independent, happy to do his own thing. He is food motivated and likes to be held and cuddles, he will kiss you back if you kiss him! 2.22lb
Mr. Green: Similar to brother Blue, Mr. Green is a content little guy who has a nice, middle of the road temperament. He is playful but calms down for a nice nap on your lap after and loves belly rubs. 2.45lb
Ms. Pink: This sweet pea is easy going and content to sit back and chill after a short period of play. She likes to hang out with and prefers calm pets to active play. 2.86lb
Ms. Yellow: Yellow is a feisty girl who is all about playtime, whether it is with her siblings or with a person. She is a happy go lucky pup with quite the wiggle butt... her tail is always wagging! 2.24lb
Ms. Purple: Despite Purple a bigger gal in the litter, Ms. Purple is on the passive side and prefers calm, gentle cuddles and interaction to active play (this very well may change in the coming week). She LOVES her mommy and is very motivated by any opportunity have a quick snack at the "milk bar"! 3.12lb
Ms. Orange: Orange's brain seems to always be "on"! She really enjoys to explore new things and makes good eye contact already. She has a very lean, feminine build. 2.92lb
Ms. Aqua: This sweet girl has a lovely, middle of the road temperament and is as sweet as can be. She likes to interact and play with her siblings or with people, and loves to wrestle with stuffed animals! 2.78lb
As those on the list know, this litter was a little behind with a couple of their milestones, so we waited a couple extra days to do the 4th pupdate. The 5th pupdate will be posted early/mid next week. The vet appointment for this group is scheduled for Easter Monday (April 5th). This week is a BIG one as puppies start the weaning process. As they start to toddle around more, they will be put in a larger playpen, how exciting! Weights are from their 4-wk birthday.
Mr. Blue: Similar to brother Green, Mr. Blue is a content little guy who has a nice, middle of the road temperament. He is playful but calms down for a nice nap on your lap after and makes good eye contact. While he isn't the most bold in the group, he does enjoy exploring! 2.60lb
Mr. Red: Though Red isn't a runt, and I don't expect he will be significantly smaller than anyone in this group, he is the "little dood" of the bunch. He is pretty easy going and independent, happy to do his own thing. He is food motivated and likes to be held and cuddles, he will kiss you back if you kiss him! 2.22lb
Mr. Green: Similar to brother Blue, Mr. Green is a content little guy who has a nice, middle of the road temperament. He is playful but calms down for a nice nap on your lap after and loves belly rubs. 2.45lb
Ms. Pink: This sweet pea is easy going and content to sit back and chill after a short period of play. She likes to hang out with and prefers calm pets to active play. 2.86lb
Ms. Yellow: Yellow is a feisty girl who is all about playtime, whether it is with her siblings or with a person. She is a happy go lucky pup with quite the wiggle butt... her tail is always wagging! 2.24lb
Ms. Purple: Despite Purple a bigger gal in the litter, Ms. Purple is on the passive side and prefers calm, gentle cuddles and interaction to active play (this very well may change in the coming week). She LOVES her mommy and is very motivated by any opportunity have a quick snack at the "milk bar"! 3.12lb
Ms. Orange: Orange's brain seems to always be "on"! She really enjoys to explore new things and makes good eye contact already. She has a very lean, feminine build. 2.92lb
Ms. Aqua: This sweet girl has a lovely, middle of the road temperament and is as sweet as can be. She likes to interact and play with her siblings or with people, and loves to wrestle with stuffed animals! 2.78lb
3rd Pupdate:
We have had some BEAUTIFUL weather, so Bailey's sweet babies ventured outside for the 1st time this week!!!
These pups are super chunky, so we are already switching over to the larger baby scale (which weighs in pounds). For size reference, a can of soup typically weighs about 1lb, so some of these pups weigh more than 2 cans of soup! We will be expanding their puppy pen this week, as we have started to have escapees getting out of the kiddie pool.
Mr. Blue: 2.00lb
Mr. Red: 1.58lb
Mr. Green: 1.96lb
Ms. Pink: 2.24lb
Ms. Yellow: 1.84lb
Ms. Purple: 2.32lb
Ms. Orange: 2.30lb
Ms. Aqua: 2.28lb
We have had some BEAUTIFUL weather, so Bailey's sweet babies ventured outside for the 1st time this week!!!
These pups are super chunky, so we are already switching over to the larger baby scale (which weighs in pounds). For size reference, a can of soup typically weighs about 1lb, so some of these pups weigh more than 2 cans of soup! We will be expanding their puppy pen this week, as we have started to have escapees getting out of the kiddie pool.
Mr. Blue: 2.00lb
Mr. Red: 1.58lb
Mr. Green: 1.96lb
Ms. Pink: 2.24lb
Ms. Yellow: 1.84lb
Ms. Purple: 2.32lb
Ms. Orange: 2.30lb
Ms. Aqua: 2.28lb
2nd Pupdate:
Hello All!
I greatly apologize for the missed video last week. I didn't even realize I missed it! We had the largest "batch" of litters EVER at Red Spring Farm in early 2021... to say I have been overwhelmed the last couple of weeks as our January babies joined their new homes is an understatement. I promise to make up for slow pupdates/lack of emails with extra videos/pictures these coming weeks. I just purchased a new cell phone... a big upgrade, specifically to take better pictures and videos that I can post throughout the week on social media (instagram/facebook) and improve the quality of weekly videos. Bailey's litter will be my "guinea pig/test group" for this, so like/follow and enjoy!
Bailey's beautiful babies are just beginning to open their eyes. They have finished up their ENS (early neurological stimulation) exercises. All pups are growing in leaps and bounds (weights below taken on Saturday). Bailey is a wonderful, attentive mommy.
Mr. Blue: 589g
Mr. Red: 490g
Mr. Green: 567g
Ms. Pink: 696g
Ms. Yellow: 574g
Ms. Purple: 735g
Ms. Orange: 654g
Ms. Aqua: 685g
Hello All!
I greatly apologize for the missed video last week. I didn't even realize I missed it! We had the largest "batch" of litters EVER at Red Spring Farm in early 2021... to say I have been overwhelmed the last couple of weeks as our January babies joined their new homes is an understatement. I promise to make up for slow pupdates/lack of emails with extra videos/pictures these coming weeks. I just purchased a new cell phone... a big upgrade, specifically to take better pictures and videos that I can post throughout the week on social media (instagram/facebook) and improve the quality of weekly videos. Bailey's litter will be my "guinea pig/test group" for this, so like/follow and enjoy!
Bailey's beautiful babies are just beginning to open their eyes. They have finished up their ENS (early neurological stimulation) exercises. All pups are growing in leaps and bounds (weights below taken on Saturday). Bailey is a wonderful, attentive mommy.
Mr. Blue: 589g
Mr. Red: 490g
Mr. Green: 567g
Ms. Pink: 696g
Ms. Yellow: 574g
Ms. Purple: 735g
Ms. Orange: 654g
Ms. Aqua: 685g
1st Pupdate:
Bailey is a fabulous mom and her pups are all growing quicky... we are so proud of Bailey!I will be reaching out to families on Monday to fill up this litter list.
Mr. Blue: 389g
Mr. Red: 334g
Mr. Green: 345g
Ms. Pink: 443g
Ms. Yellow: 407g
Ms. Purple: 497g
Ms. Orange: 455g
Ms. Aqua: 319g
Bailey is a fabulous mom and her pups are all growing quicky... we are so proud of Bailey!I will be reaching out to families on Monday to fill up this litter list.
Mr. Blue: 389g
Mr. Red: 334g
Mr. Green: 345g
Ms. Pink: 443g
Ms. Yellow: 407g
Ms. Purple: 497g
Ms. Orange: 455g
Ms. Aqua: 319g
Happy Birthday!
Bailey delivered on 02/20! She had 3 boys and 5 girls. Pups and mom are doing well! Introducing...
Mr. Blue: 260g
Mr. Red: 227g
Mr. Green: 221g
Ms. Pink: 292g
Ms. Yellow: 265g
Ms. Purple: 334g
Ms. Orange: 277g
Ms. Aqua: 303g
Bailey delivered on 02/20! She had 3 boys and 5 girls. Pups and mom are doing well! Introducing...
Mr. Blue: 260g
Mr. Red: 227g
Mr. Green: 221g
Ms. Pink: 292g
Ms. Yellow: 265g
Ms. Purple: 334g
Ms. Orange: 277g
Ms. Aqua: 303g
