Bernedoodle Love Puppies

So many happy families. Thank you everyone.

Three families are a little bit fuller today

This little girl may be small right now, but she is tiny and mighty in all the best ways. Confident, playful, and full of heart, she loves to roughhouse with her mom and isn’t afraid to hold her own. She has completed Embark health and genetic testing with excellent results, and her estimated adult weight is around 60 pounds. She’s healthy, happy, and developing beautifully. With her fun, spirited personality balanced by affection, she enjoys playtime just as much as being close to her people. She would make a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift for the right family. She is able to go home as early as February 1, or I’m happy to keep her until February 14 if you’d like a Valentine’s Day pickup. She’s looking for a loving home that will appreciate her confidence, energy, and sweet nature.

This week, the puppies are gaining a wonderful sense of independence in their big kennel. With the warmer weather, they’ve been able to spend time out on the large deck, soaking up the sunshine and enjoying some fresh air (and plenty of vitamin D!). We’ve officially begun crate training, and I’m introducing it in a very positive, comforting way. The puppies receive their milk while in their crates, helping them associate the crate with calmness, security, and something they love. Today they’ll spend about 20 minutes in their crates, and tomorrow we’ll increase that to 30 minutes. Our routine is intentional: the puppies play and explore on the deck until they’re happily tired and thirsty, then they settle into their crates for milk and a nap. This helps them see the crate as a safe, cozy place to rest. Starting tomorrow, we’ll also begin leash training so that by the time they go home, each puppy will be comfortable and confident walking on a leash.

Litter Update This week has brought some big milestones! All of the puppies now have their teeth, so Mom is nursing a few at a time as they transition more fully to independence. They’re up and moving constantly, confidently walking on their own, and most are already using the Astroturf potty area. The puppies have graduated to the large kennel in the garage, where they have plenty of space to play, explore, and build confidence. They’re enjoying new enrichment activities, including a small slide and a wobble board, and they’re handling these challenges beautifully. They are eating solid food, growing well, and thriving. On colder nights, they still come inside to stay warm and comfortable. Next week we’ll begin crate training, and the following weekend we’ll start leash introduction as part of their continued socialization.

The puppies had their very first bath and gentle rinse today! I like to start them early so bath time is a positive, low-stress experience and something they’ll be comfortable with as adults. Everything was done with their comfort in mind—the bathroom was kept at 95°, the water at a cozy 102°, and the kennel is currently 85°. I’m very careful to avoid spraying their faces and to keep the experience calm and reassuring. They’re now happily demanding some milk from Mom, although Elvira would prefer they settle down just a bit first before nursing. 💕🐾

🐾 Big Puppy Milestones Today! 🐾 The puppies officially turned three weeks old today, and it was a BIG day for learning and exploring! They had their very first taste of puppy mush, and let’s just say opinions were formed 😄 We also celebrated a win for little Red Collar (Rose), who is already figuring out how to use the Astroturf potty area instead of her sleeping space—a huge step at this age! Watching these tiny brains turn on and connect the dots is one of my favorite parts of raising a litter. So proud of these babies! 💕🐶