02/09/2023
Pertinent for our beautiful Cobbers too:
You've got a "Once-in-a-Lifetime" for your puppy!
PSA: Attention, Berner puppy parents!
When your adorable furballs reach the 8 to 10-week mark, keep this in mind: their bones are still a work in progress. In fact, they haven't even made contact yet! Those cute, plodding steps with floppy paws and wobbly moves are due to their joints being predominantly made up of muscle, tendons, ligaments, and skin. Everything is still coming together, without tight fittings or true sockets.
Now, here's the deal. If you let your pups go wild with excessive running or fail to set exercise boundaries during this crucial stage, you're denying them proper growth. Picture this: every big jump or bouncy sprint causes bone impacts. Sure, **some ** moderte wear and tear is normal, but let's not go overboard.
Think twice before letting your pup leap off the furniture or embark on marathon walks and hikes. It's a joint-damaging risk. And those slippery surfaces? Not the best idea for their delicate joints either.
Remember, you've got one shot at helping them grow right. A well-built body comes from a winning combo: top-notch breeding and a stellar upbringing. You'll have a lifetime of play and high-impact activities once they're fully grown. So, for now, keep it calm while they're still pint-sized bundles of joy and give them the gift of optimal growth. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunitYou've got a "Once in a Lifetime" for your puppy!
PSA: Attention, Berner puppy parents!
When your adorable furballs reach the 8 to 10-week mark, keep this in mind: their bones are still a work in progress. In fact, they haven't even made contact yet! Those cute, plodding steps with floppy paws and wobbly moves are due to their joints being predominantly made up of muscle, tendons, ligaments, and skin. Everything is still coming together, without tight fittings or true sockets.
Now, here's the deal. If you let your pups go wild with excessive running or fail to set exercise boundaries during this crucial stage, you're denying them proper growth. Picture this: every big jump or bouncy sprint causes bone impacts. Sure, **some ** moderate wear and tear is normal, but let's not go overboard.
Think twice before letting your pup leap off the furniture or embark on marathon walks and hikes. It's a joint-damaging risk. And those slippery surfaces? Not the best idea for their delicate joints either.
Remember, you've got one shot at helping them grow right. A well-built body comes from a winning combo: top-notch breeding and a stellar upbringing. You'll have a lifetime of play and high-impact activities once they're fully grown. So, for now, keep it calm while they're still pint-sized bundles of joy and give them the gift of optimal growth. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!