Sierra and Storm’s Litter

Sierra and Storm’s Litter – Week Five

What fun we had outside!

“It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighbourhood”

It was a beautiful fall day on the weekend so Sierra’s litter had the opportunity to experience their inaugural outing. As we carried them out and placed each one on the lawn, they were a little bit apprehensive about the big green carpet at first. The feeling didn’t last and before long, they were overcome with curiousity as they darted off in all different directions to explore this great big space. Mom was never far away, so they kept circling back in the hope that the milk bar was open for an afternoon snack.

On top of being siblings, it’s evident that the puppies have also become fast friends as they frolicked in the yard together. Everyone settled into a variety of activities. Some were curious about rock climbing, but didn’t actually summon up enough courage to try it, while others settled in with a nice little twig, either alone or with a friend. There were a few who favoured wrestling, jousting or playing rugby without a ball. Of course they always keep circling back to us to catch quick cuddle before they run off again at top speed.

The pups were even making friends outside of their group this week as was demonstrated in the co-op escape from their whelping boxes of Mr. Lifesaver and Mr. Cinnamon Twist from Whitney’s litter. The two were apprehended quickly and quietly and placed back in the custody of their moms.

The puppies are learning to communicate as they wag their tails to us and to each other. With the increased control over their facial muscles, they are making expressions, beginning to reveal their personalities and voice their opinions. They bark, growl, squeak, yelp, chirp and howl – whatever it takes to get someone’s attention, including each other’s. And while their play is becoming a bit more coordinated and adult-like, they’re still just kids at heart. Mind you, the puppies were so spent from their big outing, that in the ensuing naptime some of them sounded like grandpa snoring on the sofa after a huge Christmas dinner.

That’s it for now, but be sure to join us next week for another enthralling installment of “Puppy Tales”.

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