Inside the Puppy Pen – Day 46 (Fruit Litter)

Today was a big step for the Fruit Basket Litter—we started individual kennel training! 🐾

This was the very first time the puppies had their meals separately in their own kennels, with the doors closed for a short period. Up until now, they’ve always eaten together as a group, and while they’ve explored kennels freely during the day (bottom kennels are left open for napping), they haven’t had the experience of being closed in by themselves.

By pairing this first experience with mealtime, we’re creating a positive association with the kennel. Food makes the kennel feel like a safe and rewarding space, which is exactly what we want for their future families. Over time, we’ll gradually increase the length of these sessions, helping them build comfort and confidence with being alone for short periods.

This early introduction sets the stage for much smoother kennel training once they transition into their forever homes. It’s all about making each step a positive one!

✨ Fun Fact / Training Tip:

Introducing a kennel slowly and positively (using food, treats, or toys) helps prevent stress and anxiety later on. Puppies raised this way usually adapt faster to sleeping through the night and staying calm when left alone.

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