Grooming confidence starts EARLY!
Introducing your puppy to grooming tools like an electric razor can feel intimidating, but with positive reinforcement, it can be a breeze! Here's how:
1️⃣ Show & Sniff: Let your pup get comfortable with the razor (turned off). Allow them to sniff and explore. Say "YES!" and reward with a treat.
2️⃣ Turn It On: Turn the razor on at a distance, letting them hear the sound. "YES!" and treat for staying calm.
3️⃣ Gentle Touch: Touch the back of the razor (still off) to their paw or body for a brief moment. "YES!" and treat again.
4️⃣ Sound & Touch: With the razor on, gently bring it close without contact. Reward with a "YES!" and a treat for calm behavior.
✨ Repeat these steps consistently, keeping sessions short and positive. Soon, your puppy will associate the razor with treats and praise! ✨
Pro Tip: Always end on a positive note, leaving your pup excited for the next session!
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Wishing our "I Can Build a Snowman" litter the happiest 2nd birthday! This group was the happiest, sweetest little bunch with big personalities. Thank you for continuing to share your pup's stories, pictures, and growth with us. We wish you the coziest birthday with toys, pup cups, and treats galore! ❄️☃️
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In the festive spirit of the holidays (and we do it for all our pups), we had "pick your favorite toy day" with the "Stop and Smell the Roses" litter before they went to their forever homes! Enjoy all the sweetness 🐾
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Ohh Mister ❤️
Currently waiting for someone special to take him home 🏡
Link in bio for more information on this sweet boy 🐾
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Any guesses on what Penny Lane may be dreaming about today? 🐾
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Gentle human contact during a puppy's early development phase is incredibly important for shaping a well-adjusted adult dog. Here are some key benefits:
🐾 Socialization and Trust Building: Early, positive interactions help puppies learn to trust humans, making them more comfortable and sociable in various environments as they grow.
🐾 Emotional Regulation: Gentle contact helps puppies develop emotional stability, reducing anxiety and fear responses. This fosters a calmer temperament and aids in managing stress throughout their life.
🐾 Bond Formation: Puppies that experience kind and consistent touch form strong bonds with humans. This connection sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy, positive relationships.
🐾 Sensory Development: Human touch introduces puppies to different sensations, which aids in their sensory development. This can make them less reactive to handling during grooming or vet visits.
🐾 Enhanced Learning Ability: Puppies that feel safe and secure through human interaction tend to be better learners, making them more responsive to training and commands.
🐾 Foundation for Therapy and Service Work: For puppies being trained for therapy or service, gentle contact is essential in building their comfort level with humans and different situations.
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A day in the life of a Doodle Roots’ puppy ✨
Doodle Roots is a small, in-home breeder of Australian Labradoodles. All ALD’s selected for our breeding program have amazing temperaments, tremendous confirmation, and impeccable health. These pups are bred with therapy work in mind, and we provide schools with their very own therapy dog with our “A River Runs Calm” program.
Check out more about Doodle Roots on our website, and follow along for more content!
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Duncan from the "I Can Build a Snowman" litter is truly living his best life 🐾
He "prefers humans, being indoors, human food, couches, short walks on the grass, lots of pillows, snuggle sessions, and my parents', king size pillow top mattress" 😂
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Wishing the HAPPIEST of birthdays to our “Back to School” litter from Juno & Moondoggie. These tiny little puppies are now TWO years old!! A huge thank you to our Doodle Roots’ families who have loved these dogs so well. Don’t forget to tag us in any birthday festivities 🐾
Anyone spot baby Trapper?
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A mom and her son 🐾
Henley (formerly Graham) from our "Queens of Courage" litter stayed with us a little longer to get some additional training. We're always so amazed by the bond Hattie Mae has with her puppies--he's absolutely entranced by her!
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✨ Tips for Managing Puppy Fear Stages ✨
Puppy fear stages, also known as fear periods, are specific times during a puppy’s development when they’re more sensitive to new experiences and may show increased fearfulness. Understanding these stages can help in providing appropriate training and socialization.
🐾 First fear stage (8-11 weeks)
Puppies are more sensitive to new experiences and may become easily frightened. It’s important to avoid traumatic experiences during this stage as it can have long lasting effects
🐾 Second fear stage (6-14 months)
This stage often overlaps with adolescence. Puppies may become scared of things that didn’t bother them before. This is a critical time for continued socialization and positive reinforcement training.
Use positive reinforcement, gradual exposure to new people, experiences, and environments, maintain a consistent routine, and continue socialization in a controlled manner throughout these stages.
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Raising a puppy is no easy feat! We're here to help 🐾
They require structure, love, attention, postive reinforcement, socialization, and PATIENCE. The reward of the work with your puppy will prove to be invaluable as they grow into your family's furry best friend ✨
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