Honoring your Habibi Bear Puppy Part 2: Be familiar with Puppy Madness

Post by: Habibi Bears in puppy behavior, relationship, Raising puppies, Puppy Care, puppy parenting, Puppy Phases

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Last week in our blog we spoke about honoring your precious Habibi Bear puppy, the Original Teddy Bear puppy dog, in a few different ways.

Remembering Your Habibi Bear Puppy is a baby whose life is measured in weeks and months. Small breed puppies do mature faster than Standard size puppies, but they are puppies all the same. Let’s cut our pups some slack and keep in mind the relatively short time they’ve been on earth and adjust our expectations accordingly.
Remember or Educate yourself and your family on what your Habibi Bear puppy is physically able (ability) and developmentally able (capability) to do. Just as we cannot expect two-year-old child to read and write or ride a bike, be aware of puppy milestones and developmental stages so we don’t mistake playfulness, normal rambunctiousness, or overstimulation for aggressive behaviors. We do our pups a disservice when we expect behaviors that are not in alignment with what they are able to achieve, ending in frustration for you and puppy.
Remember to set puppy up for success. This means giving them their own space where they can hone their self-soothing behaviors and give them free access to it so they don’t get overstimulated. When puppy seeks out a quiet space to calm down, they are learning several important things: self-mastery (learning to control their impulses and actions), self-awareness (the need to retreat, calm down and recharge), and how to self-soothe (taking a break in play and being calm, catching their breath). Learn the signs of an overstimulated puppy (panting, shaking, scratching, jumping and an inability to settle or sit), and give them a chance for a time out in their crate, so their little developing brain can turn off and slow down.
When issues do arise, remember to ask yourself if you are meeting puppy’s needs, or are you focused on what puppy can do for you. Because we are the leaders in ability, awareness and standard intelligence, the burden is on us to reflect, evaluate the situation and start on a journey of course correction so everyone, human and canine, can live together and thrive! One of the things we are most proud of and dedicated to is our commitment to provide educational resources for our Habibi Bear Tribe families so we can make sure our Habibi Bear Pups and their families will have many long years of love, togetherness and harmony. Our Pup Start program will give you all the tools you need to build an out-of-this-world bond with your little Space Puppy so you can rule the galaxy together! Reach out and drop us a line if you need troubleshooting help or just want to check in and share your success stories. Slide on into our DMs and let us know how it's going. We’re always here for you, cheering you on!

Puppy Application

Are you searching for a furry family member who's got a special touch for comfort and support? We've got just the thing with our Habibi Bears Breeding Program. 😊

Our Puppy Application is designed with care to pair you with a Habibi Bear that's a perfect fit for your lifestyle. It's all about making a heartfelt connection, so share your story with us - every detail helps!

While you can't pick your puppy like you pick apples, we're here to help! We observe our pups closely and use our Habibi Method assessments to match you with a Habibi Bear that'll flourish in your loving home. We look at Traits, Personality, and the unique Healing Power of our puppies. We're excited to learn about your home and help you find a Habibi Bear that's eager to be part of your family.

Ready to take the next step? Just fill out our Puppy Application, and let's embark on this journey to bring a bundle of joy and companionship into your life!

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Who will share your home and your new dog with you, now or in coming years?

No one , just me and my dogA few other confident adults like meOther adults(s) and older childrenLittle kids or the elderly or infirm definitely part of our lives.

Do any members of the household have special needs?

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Are you, or someone in your household allergic to dogs?

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Are you also wanting to enroll puppy in Puppy Charm School ?

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I'm looking for a......

Emotional SupportTherapy PotentialService PotentialCompanion: Family Pet

Gender Preference?

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What best describes your childhood experience with dogs?

We usually had a dog for work or guarding and it lived outside.Grew up close to one or more dogs and helped train and look after themLoved playing with dogs/s as a child but someone else trained and took care of themNever had much to do with dogs while growing up

What has your adult experience with dogs been like?

Have never owned a dog as an adultOwned a family pet dog before and it was greatOwned guard dogs but not family petsOwned a dog before but there were behavioral problems

What do you most want to get out of having a dog in your life?

I want a dog to guard the place and be aroundI want a dog to share and keep up with my physically active lifestyleI want a dog to walk with me, play with, cuddle up and relax with meMy ideal dog will be a gentle, safe and easy-going family petI’d love a shy dog to nurture, protect and fuss overI'm wanting to work toward therapy work with my dog

How much time and effort do you see yourself putting into training your dog?

Training is important to me and will be an ongoing activity through the life of my dogWe will take our dog to puppy school, but once that’s done we’d like to be doneJust want to teach my dog myself to follow basic commands – come , sit , stayOnce we’ve handled potty training, I’ll pretty much let my dog do whatever it wants and hope it behaves itself

What’s your best guess at describing your fur-kid parenting style? (there is no right answer, it just helps us understand your needs)

I’ll provide food, shelter and a big yard to run around in and that’s pretty much itAs long as my dog gets a handle on potty training it can do pretty much what it likesI’ll insist on good manners and basic discipline (eg sit, come) most of the timeI’ll be insisting on ongoing discipline and training my dog to a high levelI'm interested in advanced training such as Service work.

How trainable would you like your dog to be?

Highly trainable for an active working life in a Habibi Bear’s role of therapy ,companionship and special needsResponsive to training, so I can teach it a few fun tricksAffectionate and cuddly more important to meNot a consideration

How sociable are you and your dog likely to be?

A quiet life at home suits us just fineOccasional visits and outings with adult friends and familyOccasional visits and outings with all ages , including small childrenRegular walks and meetups with friends at the local dog-friendly café

How much exercise will you give your dog?

We’ll take him/her on a brisk walk or run together at least once a dayWe’ll go for a walk a few times a weekWe’ll play with him/her a few times a weekNone, just give him a yard to run around in

How much time are you likely to spend with your dog?

Not much . And never in the houseHe/she’ll share the house with us after hours and we’ll spend quality time together a few times a weekI love to stay at home most of the time with my dog by my sideI love getting out and about and my dog will come everywhere with me

Grooming : What are your grooming preferences?

Easy, low maintenance more important than looksHigh maintenance, beautifully groomed and gorgeous to look atNot a consideration

Acknowledgement of Terms: It is our goal to provide a puppy to our families in the estimated timeframe, but occasionally Mother Nature can affect this schedule, do you understand that time frames can be longer or shorter than estimated?

I understand and the wait is worth itI am not able to wait

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8 Sep 2023

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