The puppies are now six weeks old. It is amazing to watch how fast they have grown. Over the last week we can really see how they have developed both physically and socially. They spend a lot more time playing and wrestling with each other, they interact well with other dogs we have and love to romp after the kids in the back yard. They all show interest in birds, pouncing on them with their front feet and dragging them around the yard by a wing. We got their first round of shots and wormer and the vet game them a clean bill of health. One of the things I have been really pleased with is that none of the puppies seems to be either very dominant nor very reclusive or too independent. They all seem to have very stable temperaments and a good interest in birds. That makes picking puppies tough; they all look good.

The pups are five weeks old today. They still sleep a fair amount, but when they are awake, they want to romp and play with each other. The other dogs, like this brittany like to play with them as well. The pups are curious and will paw at the bigger dogs; all of the older dogs are gentle with the pups. The pups are on solid moistened food now. Allie allows them to nurse only for short periods now and then. I can see why when I look at their needle sharp teeth. We are working to give the pups lots of human and canine socialization, neurological stimulation, and novel experiences.

Monday the puppies were four weeks old and they are getting much more active. They still sleep quite a bit, but when they are awake they want to play. They have discovered each other for more than just snuggling. They are pawing, mouthing and mildly wrestling with each other. Outside they are exploratory and will follow the kids around. Their teeth are showing and I’m guessing nursing is getting uncomfortable. We have introduced solid food (puppy mush) and expect them to start the weaning process over then next several weeks. They are at a fun stage and the kids and all the neighbors love to come play with them since it is a good mix between snuggle and play. All of the puppies are spoken for, and we are excited about the quality of homes and families they are going to.