Over the past week or so, the personalities of the puppies have really started to emerge. I’ve listed some observations of the individual puppies, but things can also change drastically this week as they enter the pack leader competition that typically happens between 5-6 weeks. The more dominant pups will begin to systematically challenge each of the other pups until they’ve developed their own social system within the litter. So for now, here’s a bit about each of the pups:
Blue (boy): Likes to explore, very curious. Loves to climb all over us. First pup to really grasp the concept of the pee pad, and I haven’t witnessed him going anywhere else but! Will likely be around Milo’s size (20-21lb or so).
Dark Green (boy): Will likely resemble Milo, though smaller. He’s our smallest male. Laid back, relaxed with us, playful with his littermates. Likes to challenge Blue boy, and they may end up battling it out for Leader of the Litter. Seems to like squeezing himself into closed in spaces.
Pink (girl): Larger of the girls. Fascinated with Milo and tries to instigate play with him. Follows Milo around when we have them out playing. Very snuggly and relaxed. Frequently sleeps stretch out on her back like our Milo, and in random places like Purple.
Yellow (boy): Agile, loves to climb. First puppy to master the climb in and out of the baby pool. Active and playful. Always one of the first to run over to me. Also likes closed in spaces.
Purple (boy): Very relaxed and affectionate. Will also likely be around Milo’s size (20-21lb or so). Also likes to sleep stretched out on his back, and seems to like sleeping in random places. He’s a chin licker.
Light Green (boy): Very loving and relaxed. Likes to climb up and fall asleep in my lap. Stares into my eyes like he’s trying to figure me out. I get the feeling he’s taking it all in and thinking deep thoughts (like his mom).
White (girl): Active and playful, but will settle down and gets cozy with us. Also likes to climb all over me. Can definitely hold her own with the boys.
Red (boy): Also very agile like Yellow. Loves to climb and is very playful and active with his litter mates, but very relaxed with us. Also one of the first to greet me.
