Puppies should largely be through any early fear period, which means we can continue desensitization, socialization, and familiarization at full speed! Remember, the process is a marathon, and each week builds on the prior week. Your puppy should have better control over its bladder at this age and be able to be crated for longer […]
Lesson Plans
KinderPUP: Weeks 8-9 Lesson Plan
As noted previously, puppies can go through a fear period beginning between week 5 and week 8 that lasts 2 to 3 weeks. They may show these reactions towards things they’ve previously been fearless of. If you notice this, you may need to reduce the intensity of experiences and objects. The key is to continue […]
KinderPUP: Weeks 6-7 Lesson Plan
Sometime between as early as week 5 and as late as week 8, puppies may start to show signs that they’ve entered into their first fear period (which can last 2-3 weeks). They may show these reactions towards things they’ve previously been fearless of. If you notice this, you may need to reduce the intensity […]
KinderPUP: Week 5 Lesson Plan
Week 5 involves builds on the introductions made in Week 3 and 4. Most pups remain fearless, which means we want to continue to introduce stimuli, including louder, unpredictable sounds. They should also have better body confidence and mobility, so we can give them more difficult obstacles and textures to try. If your pups seem […]
