All of the puppies have officially found forever homes! It's been a crazy 3 1/2 months but it's been totally worth it to see these puppies blossom and grow!
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Every puppy plays differently, and we're figuring out Kenna's style. So far, it's a little strange but EXTREMELY adorable.
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How do they get so big so fast 🥹
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Socialization can happen anywhere, even your front yard!There was a party going on across the street so I took the puppies out to see/hear it. They got to see cars, kids, people, and even strollers. They were most interested in why the stroller was making so much noise, though.
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Let puppy school begin! We start with walks because loose Leah's walking is the number one problem with people and their pets, so we like to give our "leftover" puppies a headstart until they find their forever homes.
1) We begin inside, going over what "heel" means, along with how to focus and sit.
2) We teach thresholds by opening the front door but NOT letting them through until their name is called, adding increasingly difficult distractions to imitate real situations
3) We continue the obedience and heel work in the front yard so we can prepare their brain for the walk and prevent overexcitement before heading out of the yard.
4) We go on a walk! We keep it short and sweet in the early stages, focusing on heeling, check-ins, and socialization
5) We end with some work in the driveway to get them used to the idea that obedience is expected EVERYWHERE, not just inside the house.
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Aster is a really good pup on the leash, just strolls right alongside me the whole way.
300 people, 2 loud speakers, live action and raffles, a LOUD cow bell, shouting, and a 100 people coming up to say hello, and she did FANTASTIC. She was never nervous, followed me around the room, willing to TRAIN even with so many distractions, went up to every table to say hello to new people, and when she was tired, she fell asleep at my feet. THIS is what we breed and raise: working line labradors that can settle into any environment. A dog that's going to take the world in stride and be able to go anywhere with you.
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We introduce our puppies to cats pretty early, but that doesnt mean they don't dont remain a mystery! Aster still doesn't know what to think about this fluffy creature, so he gave it some space. Julian (the cat) is a playful, soft cat that doesn't mind puppy antics, making him a good cat to introduce the babies to.
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He's a very observant, chill sort of puppy. The kind who would just sit on the patio with you.
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Every one of her siblings was outside playing, but she wanted to be in my lap. This is a daily occurrence. She is definitely ready to be away from her littermates and with a family that will give her ALL of the attention she deserves.
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Breeding means we have a lifetime commitment to these puppies, and we take this VERY seriously. We love every one of our puppies as if they were our own while they are with us. We snuggle them, we play with them for hours, and we give them a thousand toys and a million treats. And this love and dedication is the main reason we encourage new puppy parents to give us updates and ask us ANY questions they may have. We want to know that no matter what happens, our puppies are as safe and as loved -- or more! -- as they were when they were with us.
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Aster is a cool pup. He doesn't care what's going on so long as he's involved. He is cheeky, but not destructive, and he loves getting to go on adventures with people. He would be a great travel companion.
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Poppy is a very sweet, very driven pup who loves older dogs. She has a very versatile personality, and would do great in a number of different homes. And beyond all else, she is BEAUTIFUL. Exactly the kind of lab we look to breed here at DFR. In fact, we were really close to keeping her if her siste hadn't stolen our hearts.
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Iris is a very big, graceful girl who meanders rather than runs. She's very dignified and takes life at a slower speed than her siblings. Though, if they start a fight, she sure isn't opposed to using her size to finish it! She's also been known to wander close to big, scary noises to check it out. Not afraid of anything.
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Poppy and Kenna got to explore Sportsman's Wearhouse today! Poppy was especially good in the car and absolutely LOVED meeting all the new people, especially the kids!
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We kept them inside for the most part so it wasn't too overwhelming but they HAD to go out for potty breaks, and they did GREAT for 7 weeks old puppies! Most of them liked the gun powder and even watched a few of the home fireworks going off RIGHT across the street from their fence. For the most part, though, they didn't care one bit, just went around business as usual. Inside, they acted like it wasn't even happening. This is the result of good gundog genetics and weeks of sound training by playing firework sounds and dropping LOUD objects right in front of them. I'm so proud of them!
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When puppies are chosen, we always ask if his or her name is picked out so we can start on recall for their new owners. Little Nocci has loved this new name and is definitely well on her way to learning it.
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We took everyone out to the big pool for their first swimming lesson last night! Lily and Poppy got it right away, just look at them take off! A few puppies took a few swims to get the hang of it, but they all got there in the end! So proud of the babies!
