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Whimsy & Theory Avid dog-lovers and makers of Puppy Milestone Cards. https://jubb.ly/3d6c41

WARNING: get ready for the "awwww" factor to ramp up us we release our Puppy Milestone Cards on Amazon.au - some serious puppy gorgeousness coming your way as puppy-owners share the special milestones in their fur-baby's first 12 months using our super-cute milestone cards!

24/12/2022

Merry Xmas and happy holidays from our family to yours! 🐾❤️

30/10/2022

Trick or treat! Every holiday with a new pup brings its own set of fun and challenges, especially that festival of ghosts and goblins, Halloween. What do you need to know about celebrating this spooktacular day with your pup? There's a couple of things you can do to maximise their fun and safety: If you'd like to dress up your pup to celebrate, avoid costumes that feature glitter, buttons, gemstones, and other choking hazard, or loose parts that might get caught or tangled while during playtime. Take care to avoid things that might be choking hazards or harmful to your pup inside and outside the home, including decorations and candy. Keep your pup safe when opening the door to trick or treaters and don't forget to have fun and let your pup celebrate with a tasty treat and some fun pics to celebrate their first Howloween with you!

26/09/2022

How spunky does look - all ready for their first playdate! Introducing your puppy to both new humans and new dogs is crucial to proper socialisation, and a puppy playdate is a great way to help with that process. Starting as early as seven days after the first set of vaccines and after the first round of deworming, puppies can start meeting other dogs in safe, healthy environments. As long as your puppy and their playmate are in a secured area, such as your fenced backyard, and not a public area where they can be exposed to germs (such as a local dog park), your pup can safely be socialised before being fully vaccinated. When first introducing two puppies on a play date, it’s important to be able to reward generously for healthy and fun interaction, and have treats to lure them away from each other when they need a break. Wish luck on their date! 💗

11/09/2022

It's nearly time for your pupster's first birthday, meaning they are perfectly well behaved and listen to every word you say, right? Nup! While it's true that at 9 months, your fur baby is on the tail end of their wild adolescence, they can still be described as rambunctious teenagers. Their hormones are shifting incredibly at this time, leaving some erratic and impulsive behaviors. Don’t be surprised if they “forget” commands that they once knew, or dig a big old hole in the back yard. Continue with the training, socialising, and exercise, and take comfort in knowing this phase is coming to an end! 😂

29/08/2022

Paws up if you have a house or yard strewn with much-loved toys! Toys provide mental and physical stimulation and enrichment for your pup, and can help reduce behavioural problems resulting from boredom or excess energy (like digging). Keep things interesting by rotating them weekly and making only a few available at a time (eg ones they can carry, “kill,” roll and “baby"). If your pup has a favorite comfort toy, like a soft “baby,” you can leave it out all the time. Have a variety of toys for interaction, distraction and comfort that are appropriate for your pup's size, activity level and play style, and get familiar with their chewing style before leaving them alone for too long. They will have the most fun playing with you so have plenty of toys that allow you to interact and have fun with your pup 🐶🐾🏐💗

22/08/2022

Rub-a-dub-dub there's a pup in your tub! When your pupper is about eight weeks old it's time for their first bath. Before then you can wipe them with a damp cloth if needed. While it's a pretty simple process there are a few things to be aware of to ensure baths are fun, safe and pleasurable for your pup (and hopefully avoid bath phobias down the line!). There's no need to use shampoo or conditioner for the first couple of baths. You can graduate to shampoo/condition at about three months old, by using a PH balanced formula specific to your pup's coat. Remember not to scrub - just use a very soft stream of water and gentle hand motions that move in the same direction of your pup's hair growth. Avoid using soap near their face and eyes, and rinse and dry thoroughly! Voila - a squeaky clean fur-ball! 🐶🛁💗

08/08/2022

Does your pup attentively watch your every move while ignoring everyone else? Do they greet you each time as though they haven’t seen you in weeks? Do they follow you everywhere —even into the bathroom? You might just be your pup's favourite person! Dogs develop favourite people over time based on positive experiences and positive associations with that person. Like humans, dogs are especially impressionable as their brains develop, so puppies up to 6 months old are in their key socialisation period. Lots of love, time, attention, affection and positive experiences and associations will help you forge a lifetime bond with your pup. Has your pup picked their favourite yet?

01/08/2022

is totally bringing the ! Most dogs absolutely love the beach, so make sure your fully-vaxxed pup's first trip to the beach is all about maximum fun and safety. Choose a dog-friendly beach, bring shade/sun protection and plenty of fresh water, keep a close watch on your furbubba near the water (not all dogs are natural swimmers!), and give your pup a good wash when you get home. Most importantly, HAVE FUN! Whose pup is a ?

24/07/2022

Who loves to boop a snoot??!! If you've never heard the phrase, a boop is simply a gentle tap on the nose, and some folks like to say "boop" aloud when doing it to doggos. It can be a sweet way to connect with and greet your dog. There ae some seriously cute snoots out there, so let's see them! Get booping!

18/07/2022

I bet you can't believe your pup is six months old already - time is flying by! Your pup will continue to grow rapidly over the next few months as they reach their adolescence, or “teenage,” phase. During this time they will likely be energetic, playful, and much more independent. It's also common for puppies to get a bit rebellious and destructive during this stage of development, as this the most active period of their lives, and they may find less productive or desirable ways to alleviate any boredom. Be aware - a previously well-mannered puppy can turn into a terror, and they may start “forgetting” all the things you've previously taught them and regressing in their training. On the plus side, they should be sleeping solidly, making great strides in their toilet training and eager to participate in lots of fun and games as their agility increases. Now's the time to also think about spaying or neutering your pup which, in addition to health benefits, can also help to lessen the development of certain behavioural issues as your pup grows. Most of all, enjoy this incredibly special time in your pup's life!

11/07/2022

Time to 'fess up - who's got a pampered pooch? We all love our pups, but too much spoiling can confuse them and lead to increased anxiety and undesirable behaviour patterns. Examples include no rules being enforced, the pup always getting what it wants, getting treats for no reason, being overweight, coddled excessively, allowed to free roam, and demand barking when they want something. Sound familiar? What about nudging whenever they want to be pet or being up on the couch/bed whenever they please? Guilty! It can be tough not to spoil your pup when you love them so much, but there's definitely is a point at which you will need to stop and set boundaries for your dog and yourself. The older the dog, the more difficult it gets to correct their bad behaviours and habits, so start early and often. Reward your dog when they have done something right, but not just with treats. Consistency, boundaries, socialisation and a well-balanced mix of verbal praise, physical attention, and treats is the way to go here!

20/06/2022

When you get a puppy, you of course want to shower them with love, affection, and rewards 💗 Good quality treats can be good for your puppy, and are a strong tool for training your pup to grow into a well-behaved doggo — as long as they're used correctly! Remember that treats are adding calories and a chunky, overweight puppy is more likely to end up with health issues later in life. So fight the urge just to dispense treats for cuteness, as hard as it may be!

13/06/2022

Whose dog rules the roost?? thinks he does! It's tempting to give into their cute puppy faces and pleading eyes and letting them do or have something we know they shouldn't. Because....look at them....just this once! Sound familiar? It's tough, but taking the time to decide on and consistently apply a set of House Rules for your pup is crucial to them becoming a well-behaved member of the pack. It can be very confusing for your pup if everyone in your home has different rules for them. For example, if one person lets them on the furniture, and another person yells at them when they jump up on the couch to cuddle. Or if one person holds off on putting down meals until pup offers a "sit," but everyone else just puts down the bowl when it's feeding time. Remember, consistency is key and time will lead to a happier and better behaved doggo

06/06/2022

It's the 12-week mark! By the time your puppy is three months old, they are starting to thrive in their puppyhood - becoming more coordinated and confident, wiggling about and exploring everything in sight! Your pup’s brain is now at the stage where they’re ready to learn their name and the most basic of commands. They also need and want your attention more than ever during their third month as they’re continuing to bond with you and require lots of (longer) play sessions and exercise. At this stage they will need a visit with the vet to continue their shots and plenty of good food, sleep, and snuggling. Much to the joy of pup-owners everywhere, most puppies develop better control over their bladders at the three-month mark, alongside the ability to sleep through the night! Enjoy this very special time with your little one 💗

30/05/2022

has got the Monday zoomies! Zoomies are a period of frantic activity during which a dog runs around like crazy, and seems to be completely unaware of their
surroundings. You typically know it’s a zoomie when you see one – they are normal playful behaviour to release bottled up energy. Zoomies are more common in puppies but they can happen in dogs of all ages. It’s absolutely okay for pups to engage in zoomies as long as it’s in a safe environment where you’re sure your pup can’t harm themselves or others. Zoomies are a good sign, and it means your pup is happy!

23/05/2022

has been at it again! Puppies are joyful, messy and destructive especially when they have a partner-in-crime with whom to double the fun! Whose pup has been up to no good this weekend (partner-in-crime optional!)?

16/05/2022

Thought your pup was potty-trained? Don't celebrate too early! Puppies often regress while potty-training, partly due to their brains developing as they grow. While the brain is still developing, they might forget their training. As with all training, don't punish them or make a fuss if they have an accident - continue with the positive reinforcement when they again do what is expected. Don't worry - as long as you are consistent in your efforts, your pup should pick it up again quickly.

09/05/2022

Paws up if your fur-baby sleeps with you at night! While it's not for everyone, sleeping with your pet has psychological, social and cultural benefits, and low health and behavioural risks — most of which can be mitigated with care and training. Like most puppy-related things, make sure the choice is best for you and your pup, and start out as you mean to finish. Once you have opened that door, they will assume that for the rest of their lives, the bed will be their space, too! Oh well, that's what king size beds are for, right?? 😁💗

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