Raising a dog is a lot of work, but also a lot of fun. In this section you will find resources that we recommend. From training, to food, to fun, these are all ways to help your dog grow from puppy to adulthood.
Pax: Why being a good breeder is expensive!
A responsible breeder will not breed a dog with any known physical or genetic issues. Read our story here about our sweet boy, Pax.
Responsible Breeding
Breeding dogs is not easy, not cheap, and not for everyone! We give you a brief explanation of what every great breeder should be committed to in their breeding program.
Socialization: Noises, People, & Environments
The critical socialization period is between 3-12 weeks old - Introduce your puppy to many different noises, people, and environments during this important time.
Breeding: Health Screenings
A responsible breeder should be committed to performing all of the recommended health clearances for your dog’s breed.
ENS: Early Neurological Stimulation
Five simple yet profound exercises to enhance a puppy's neurological and physical development during this crucial stage.
ESI: Early Scent Introduction
Oh the complexity of a dog’s nose! Dogs’ sense of smell is 10,000-100,000 times more sensitive to smell than the human nose. Early Scent Introduction is designed to enhance their ability to identify and react to specific scents.
Frequent Going Home Day Questions
There are many things to consider when taking your puppy home. Here are a couple questions we have heard and our thoughts on them.
First Time Puppies: Week 5
Moving. All. The. Time! Puppies are fun this week, and are running to us just to see us and lick—super cute. They continue to learn and grow more and more.
First Time Puppies: Week 4 Experience
Week four of our “experiences” series. They puppies can follow us outside, get a bath, and are learning many new skills!
First Time Puppies: Week 5-8 Supplies
Weeks 5-8 are filled with busy puppies, applications, training, and lots and lots of wagging tails. Here are some supplies or preparation you need to have going into this (potentially last) several weeks with you puppies.
First Week Puppies: Week 3 Experience
This is our week 3 of our “experiences” series. Puppies are active, moving to a bigger pen, and beginning to really interact with people.
First Time Puppies: Introducing Food and Water
Food fight! Well, not really, but it is that messy. Introducing your puppies to food is fun and a necessary part of the weaning process.
First Time Puppies: DIY Puppy Pen #1
So your puppies are outgrowing their whelping box. This is our version of a puppy pen to house our six golden retriever puppies that are raised In our house.
First Time Puppies: Supplies Week 3-5
Weeks three through five bring a chance for a new puppy living area, the introduction of food and water, toys, and a lot more fluffly fun!
First Time Puppies: Questions we wished we had known to ask about puppy birth!
There are questions you should have asked before your dam gave birth. Here is a list of questions and answers that we wish we had asked and known before the birth process!
Death Happens: Stillbirth and Mortality Rates
No one likes to talk about it, but puppy mortality rates are quite high. Your puppy making it to you is a true miracle!
First Time Puppies: Week 2 Experience
Week two of our “experience” series. Puppies are growing, eyes are opening, ears hearing, and everyone is getting much better at what they should do (us included)!
First Time Puppies: Week 1 Experience
The never-ending nights and days are fading. We are beginning to see our dam learn to care well for her puppies as well as get comfortable with others around them.
First Time Puppies: Supplies Weeks 1-2
The birth is over, but to be honest, the hard part is just starting. These first two weeks will take a lot of time, lack of sleep, and care to ensure your puppies have the best chance of surviving. These supplies can help you!