This video clearly shows our pups developing prey drive which can soon be turned towards soft rubber or cloth bumpers of 2 inches in diameter or smaller. We must first get that chase instilled in our pups thru teasing and feathers before actually starting retrieves....
Water introduction during the cold winter months can simply be done just as seen in this video. Tons and tons of playtime in luke warm water and over time and bath sessions we raise water level slowly. Lots of pups learn to splash and play and this carries over to...
This video I introduce wings/feathers to 5 week old puppies. I take the introduction very slowly and insure the pup has a very favorable and positive experience with the wings. This is a very slow build of retrieving desire and methodical as well. We give our pups...
Here our pups are introduced to a very warm rain and water. Puddle time and a very short time of 2 to 3 minutes maximum in the rain and then they quickly are brought inside where they are immediately warmed and dried. It’s important for our pups to get used to...
Another trip outside to potty for the 5 week old puppies. Constant trips outside are a must in areas that are safe from predators and diseases such as parvo.
Starting at about 4 weeks of age, we’ve been taking the pups outside on the very warm days and getting them used to pottying on the grass and ground. Sometimes 6 to 8 times a day is necessary outside to get pups used to waiting on going outside. Then a little...
