We love hearing from our Habibi Bear Tribe about the joys, challenges, and sweet surprises of raising your beautiful puppies. Every day, your emails and messages remind us how deeply these little ones touch our lives. Today, we want to take a moment to encourage you to focus on the wins — the small, daily victories that make puppyhood so special.
Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming. In those moments, we might think we’re “ruining” our precious pup or that the struggles will never end. The truth? You’re doing far better than you think. Let’s walk through three important reminders to help you keep perspective and celebrate your puppy’s progress.
Truth #1: You’re doing better than you think
In the thick of things, it’s easy to believe that a complaining puppy will never settle down or that the behavior you’re seeing is here to stay. But this is just a short phase, especially during the first two weeks after your puppy comes home.
At this stage, your puppy’s nervous system is still adjusting to a brand-new world. Give them time, patience, and gentle guidance — they’ll find their rhythm. If you need tips for helping your puppy regulate, we’ve got resources for you here.
Truth #2: Puppy fussing is communication, not criticism
When your new puppy vocalizes, they aren’t judging you or rejecting you — they’re simply telling you something in the only way they know how.
Whining, grumbling, or barking can mean they’re bored, tired, overstimulated, or a little uncertain. It’s their puppy-sized version of “I need something.” They don’t speak English, so they use their voice, body language, and expression to communicate. When we see it as conversation instead of misbehavior, we can respond with patience and understanding.
Truth #3: This too shall pass
Every puppy challenge eventually becomes just another funny or sweet memory.
I’ll never forget my sled dog Nina, who would have submissive accidents whenever she met new people. This happened every single time for about four weeks. I kept my roll of paper towels and Nature’s Miracle handy, and simply cleaned it up. By the time she was five months old, 99% of those accidents were gone, and by six months, they were just a memory.
These little bumps in the road don’t last forever — they’re just part of your puppy’s growth and learning.
Remember to notice the wins
It’s natural to focus on what needs improvement, but don’t forget to celebrate the wins. Every time your puppy makes it to their litter box, waits by the door to go outside, or settles in for a nap without a fuss — those are victories worth recognizing.
Puppyhood is a fleeting season. Before you know it, your fluffy little companion will be all grown up, and you’ll wonder where the time went. So pause, notice, and enjoy the progress you’re making together.
Let’s make a habit of celebrating our puppies daily, for the miraculous, loving, and endlessly endearing creatures they are.
We believe trust is earned through transparency—and our families say it best. Browse our growing collection of vocal references and testimonials from happy Habibi Bear families across the country.
From first-time dog parents to experienced adopters, their stories say what words can’t:
✨ This dog changed everything.
✨ We came back for a second.
✨ It was love at first sight.
Vocal References – Hear It from Our Families
We believe trust is earned through transparency—and our families say it best. Browse our growing collection of vocal references and testimonials from happy Habibi Bear families across the country.
From first-time dog parents to experienced adopters, their stories say what words can’t:
✨ This dog changed everything.
✨ We came back for a second.
✨ It was love at first sight.
The Habibi Bear Puppy Experience
We don’t raise our puppies in kennels. We raise them in a cozy, loving space designed to mirror real life. From crate training to name recognition, our puppies are already learning before they ever come home to you.
Our Enrichment Center is filled with:
- Gentle daily handling
- Toys and textures to build curiosity
- Age-appropriate exposure to noise, people, and routines
Each Maltipoo is raised to connect with humans on a deep level, because we believe dogs aren’t just pets. They’re family.
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