We picked up Addie and Raider at 8 weeks and so far so good. Breeder was good about socializing the puppies and had already started them on dry food. They eat good, are gaining weight and seem very laid back. They both had ear mites and Raider is a little difficult to medicate. I think they are both free of mites because they have quit scratching their ears. They got their first shots at 7 weeks and we go to the vet on April 7 for the next shots. We in no way regret picking up the puppies at 8 weeks. If they would only quit eating their poop. They seem to be getting better about it.
We have started working on some training. They are getting pretty good at "come" and "sit". Not too excited about the harness and leash yet, but we're working on it.
We are using the Potty Training Puppy Apartment, so we are able to sleep all night. They whine a couple of times during the night, but go back to sleep. Currently, they are sharing a bed in one of the PTPA's. We've heard pros and cons about that, but we'll see.
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