WEEK 4: This batch is very quick to learn new things. We started crate training as solid foods were introduced. Despite the chilly outdoor air causing them to shiver a bit, they are learning very quickly how to eliminate outdoors and then come inside to eat. This should make for very smooth transitions into each home as housebreaking will already be 3-4 weeks established and you will only need to switch up the doors and target area to have a fully housebroken pup. I am working hard to do my vital part, which is to catch them right as they wake up from napping to get them outdoors before they can mess up the bedding so we can continue to reinforce good habits.

I'm also working to help them learn to come when called and a high pitched "Puppies!" brings them running indoors after only 3 days of repetition. I'm thrilled to know this litter is so trainable as it bespeaks many wonderful years in each of your homes.

WEEK 5: We are getting more regular with outdoor trips to eliminate. All pups learned how to climb the yard stairs and they know to 'come' when they hear clapping. New owners can add a name to the clapping to teach them their name and they should already be trained to come by the time they go to homes.

Week 6: First bath AND a first trip to the vet. Everyone had a good 6 Week Physical with no notes out of the ordinary on heart, kidneys. muscles, hips, eyes, ears, teeth, or testicles. YAHOO!!!

WEEK 7: We made it through till the 8-week pick-up dates started happening without potty messes indoors. (At 8 trips per X 10 pups = 80 litter eliminations 80 x 28 days = 2, 240 times we hit the right spot-- that feels like a sincere accomplishment!)

The overall energy level is picking up so that the rumpus of tackle, roll, slide, tumble, pounce, leap, catch and capture are all in a day's work. As the general chaos level of all ten rises, I am seeing the beauty of them dispersing to separate homes soon.

"Cheers, Pups. You had a good start here and the best is yet to come. "

Will be raised with Robert's house as a starter dog for their family. Cheers, Dyson Family!

Agreeable. Alert. Playful. Expressive facial expressions. Patient. Smart. Looks to be a loyal companion as he studies people to figure out what they want and then do it. Has a thin whisp of a white marking on his chest like Maverick and Skye.

Rowdy -- loves to start the playtime. Tail wagging always. Comically indignant when provoked. Thoughtful. Never misses a meal. Sleeps with his front legs wrapped around to 'hug' another pup. Will have a gorgeous wavy chest when his coat comes in.

Has the build to be the largest of the fully grown dogs in this litter.

Will be going home to join 5-year-old Teddie as full-time special needs support dog and be trained to assist with hearing, cognitive, and ambulatory deficits.

Alert. Cuddles well. Sweet. Seeks ongoing attention and affirmation from humans. Not very vocal. Back of the pack when exploring. Her acute sensitivity and awareness make her a promising match to form strong bonds and be a helpful 'shadow' dog.

Snuggly. Sweet. Sincere. Back of the pack when exploring. Studiously watches to see how to do things. Spunky attitude. Communicates well with humans. Sits quietly and waits her turn. Prefers to be on a lap whenever possible. Darkest coloring of the litter.