The puppies have had a super week – doing everything that puppies at this age do: mostly sleeping and eating but also starting to broaden their horizons by spending more time awake and interacting with the world around them. The puppies have become much more aware of the people who come and go in their life over the past 7 days – and almost always rise to attention should Nina make an appearance or if I even utter the quietest word anywhere in the proximity of their puppy area and whelping box. They are more playful with each other and simply more alert to everything around them in general. Their play with each other seems a bit extreme at times – but this is all a part of the learning process and the smallest squeak or squeal when things get a bit too rough is a quick lesson to any pup as to the limits of play.
The pups had their first time outside today — until now the week has been too rainy and buggy (mosquitoes) to allow for any outdoor time. First time outdoors is always a bit bewildering for the puppies as they are a bit taken aback by any new surrounding. However they quickly embraced their new setup and enjoyed the sunshine and fresh air.
The pups still get a few snacks from Nina throughout the day – but they have also wined and dined on PUPPY MUSH this past week. They all have great appetites and are weighing in around 6 pounds.
We look forward to this next week and will be praying for lots of sunshiny days so we can spend time outside and enjoy the great outdoors.