My puppies are born in our home and then raised there with the help of various proven programs: ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation), ESI (Early Scent Introduction) and Puppy Culture.

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The first weeks of a puppy's life are extremely important; In my opinion, it is a magical time when a breeder has the power to change the outcome of a puppy's life through what they choose to teach them. Doing the right things at the right time helps puppies get the best start possible. The farrowing box is equipped with safety barriers and heating pads. I use VetBeds to cover the bottom of the birth box; they offer newborns better grip on the ground, which helps them develop healthy joints and muscles. Puppies leave the whelping box between 3 and 4 weeks depending on the progress of the litter.

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I use Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) exercises from days 3 to 16 for each litter. Puppies are also held, petted and touched several times a day. Research has shown that it helps puppies develop resilience and respond better to stress. Read more here. Puppy Culture is a program designed for breeders to enable them to give their puppies the best possible start from birth by optimizing their physical and mental development. Based on the latest scientific research, this approach to breeding aims to provide puppies with a wide range of experiences, learning and socialization opportunities.  We aim to optimize the overall health and well-being of these little furballs by providing puppies with a foundation of experiences and skills that will help them grow into stable, confident adult dogs.  With this in mind, puppies are exposed to a variety of people, places and experiences from the earliest days. The program includes various activities such as exposure to different surfaces, textures, sounds and images, through which they have the opportunity to play, explore and learn. Poodles catch on quickly and they love new objects! This program also includes training on canine behavior and development; it brings together several tips on how to take perfect care of puppies, particularly on the best way to socialize them well.  For this aspect, I try to have them interact with as many people as possible while having their safety in mind since the puppies are not fully vaccinated.

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Basically, Puppy Culture helps produce high quality puppies that look good in head, hair and paws. The learning enclosure includes puppy gyms, hanging toys, tunnels, tents, ball pits plus plenty of crinkle and squeak toys, musical toys, clanking pots and pans, toys they can climb on, wobble boards, and different types of chewing activities.  I include as many textures underfoot and toys to explore as possible, moving toys and new situations to help them build confidence. Each puppy develops at his own pace and what he will happily explore at week 4 may have lost all appeal by 8 weeks. As soon as they are old enough and the weather permits, the puppies are taken outside every day. My backyard is secure and fenced; this allows them to explore, see, smell and hear lots of new things that the outside offers. 

 

The grooming aspect is also of high importance in a poodle; he will need to be groomed regularly throughout his life. I make it my duty to prepare them for this at a very young age; from day 3, they are slowly introduced to grooming. I first accustom them to the vibration of the razor, then their claws are cut and filed a few times a week. Subsequently, around week 3, they have their first muzzle shave and I take the opportunity to also get them used to the noise and wind of the dryer. They have their first full bath and grooming at their 5th week; They are then groomed regularly every 10 to 14 days. I strive to make the experience as pleasant and positive as possible, respecting their individual limits and reactions.

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My goal is not to create fearless puppies, but to give you one who will easily recover from scary and stressful situations, and above all who will be able to continue learning.  Fear is a useful and natural response that protects an animal regardless of its age. Each puppy is a unique individual, born with its own personality and character traits; everyone learns and develops at their own pace. Puppies, like children, need time to explore the world; a whole universe full of physical activities, mental stimulation, challenges and experiences that allow them to develop their full potential. I enjoy working both in groups and individually with each puppy. I share photos and videos of their development almost daily on my Facebook and Instagram pages, which allows adopting families to see their puppy grow. I love interacting with them, giving them little temperament tests and watching them play with each other. Knowing my puppies well allows me to guide adopting families towards the best choice for them based on their family’s needs and the activities they plan to do with their dog. A very active puppy will not be at home in a family that moves little and a more anxious puppy who likes to be cuddled less will be more difficult to adapt to a family with young children. The choice of puppy by adopting families is made around 8 weeks in order of reservation.   

 

Puppies go to their new homes at 10 weeks old with PetSecure pet insurance for a 6-week trial period. A contract including a 3-year health guarantee and a non-reproduction clause is signed on the day of departure. Puppies are CKC registered, microchipped, examined by my vet and vaccinated. They leave with a beautiful departure bundle that contains a doggie with mom's scent, food, a toy and a few other gifts to help them settle into their new home.

 

As a breeder, I remain available to adopting families throughout the life of their puppy and even beyond. I like to follow up regularly with families and I love it when they send me photos of the progress of the new member of their clan. It is always a pleasure for me to be there to answer their questions and give little tips here and there for the education or health of their doggie. Once puppies leave our home, it is your job to continue to provide them with new, positive experiences, safe places to play, and mental stimulation.