belle

sex: girl

collar color: yellow

Microchip No.: 956000017142643

Born: SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

vet exam date: NOVEMBER 15, 2024

vet exam notes:  apparently healthy without issues - normal vulva, no heart murmur, no hernia, no cleft palate

first parvo (ONLY) vaccine: NOVEMBER 14, 2024 (booster shot due 3-4 weeks from date)

last deworming: NOVEMBER 19, 2024 | safeguard (fenbendazole)

current food: purina pro plan puppy sensitive skin & stomach (lamb & oat)

frequency of meals: 3x a day | 7am, 1pm, 7pm

portion each meal: 3/4 cup

Introductory crate training progress: currently sleeping in an 18" wire crate. the size of the crate helps prevent accidents. she is able to sleep in the crate at night for up to 5 hours before needing to potty. Minimal whining upon first entry of crate. when pup has enough play and exercise, she will typically settle in the crate without fuss. last water should be given an hour before bed. expect the first potty break to happen sooner. we don't give water during bedtime to minimize potty breaks. 

personality: belle is a sweet and friendly girl. she loves attention band loves to play. she plays well with the other pups and also loves to explore. 

volhard puppy aptitude test results & interpretation: belle scored mostly 3s.

belle would be good for a first or second time dog owner home but one with an active lifestyle. She can be a high-energy dog and may need lots of exercise. She would generally be good with people, other animals, children, and elderly. She will need to have structure and follow a consistent schedule at her new home. She will need training but she will do very well at it and learn quickly. She will need work on her impulse control and recall. Consistent brushing and nail trimming will be important for her as she needs to grow accustomed to the sensation and feeling of being touched under the paws. Use treats or lick mats to reinforce the positive experience especially when trimming nails or handling her paws. The more she's exposed to these grooming practices, the more she will become desensitized. Also, ensure that when you go to the vet, bring treats so that you can reinforce that positive experience of being handled by strangers. Positive reinforcement is a must in her training. it is important that belle is properly and consistently socialized before 16 weeks old and throughout the first year to build more confidence and to continue to desensitize her with the outside world. sHe may need time warming up to new places or new situations but she will do well with the right support.