Puppy Curriculum
Adventuring Skills
Weeks 8-12

Continuation of life skills and increasing difficultly level - Kennel training/place board

training tabs & long lines are started here

Advancing commands - Heal, Here are being introduced

introductions to feathers, boats, bridges & ect.

water introduction like swimming

Resource guarding prevention

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• Behavioral & Mental Growth:

  • First Fear Period (Approx. 8-10 weeks): Puppies become more aware of surroundings and may be easily scared by new, strange, or loud experiences.

  • Increased Independence: They are becoming more curious, adventurous, and capable of exploring their environment.

  • Stronger Human Attachment: Puppies form strong, lasting bonds with their owners, acting like "sponges" for learning.

  • Socialization Period: Critical phase for exposing them to new people, sounds, and environments to prevent fear-based behavior.

• Physical & Training Milestones:

  • Improved Coordination: Increased agility and physical skills for play.

  • Teething Begins: Baby teeth may fall out, prompting a need for appropriate chew toys.

  • Potty Training: Bladder control is limited but improving; 8-week-old pups can generally hold it for about 4 hours.

  • Basic Obedience: They can learn simple commands using positive, short, 5–10-minute training sessions.