Neonatal Program
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
or Bio Sensor (also referred to as Neonatal Neuro Stimulation)
Starting on Day 3 through Day 16, we perform five exercises. We complete the exercises from beginning to end before starting with the next pup. The handling of each pup once per day involves the following exercises:
1. Tactical stimulation (between toes)
2. Head held erect
3. Head pointed down
4. Supine position
5. Thermal stimulation
or Bio Sensor (also referred to as Neonatal Neuro Stimulation)
Starting on Day 3 through Day 16, we perform five exercises. We complete the exercises from beginning to end before starting with the next pup. The handling of each pup once per day involves the following exercises:
1. Tactical stimulation (between toes)
2. Head held erect
3. Head pointed down
4. Supine position
5. Thermal stimulation
Gayle Watkins - Bio-Sensor Excercises
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Early Scent Introduction (ESI)
Starting on Day 3 through Day 16, we introduce a new scent daily to each puppy. We use natural items such as grass, dirt and leaves. Essential oils, leather, wooden and plastic items. Fruits, herbs and spices (lemon, apples, rosemary, mint and cloves.) We complete the exercises from beginning to end before starting with the next pup.
Here is an 18-minute long webinar by Gayle Watkins PhD, the breeder who developed the program.
Starting on Day 3 through Day 16, we introduce a new scent daily to each puppy. We use natural items such as grass, dirt and leaves. Essential oils, leather, wooden and plastic items. Fruits, herbs and spices (lemon, apples, rosemary, mint and cloves.) We complete the exercises from beginning to end before starting with the next pup.
Here is an 18-minute long webinar by Gayle Watkins PhD, the breeder who developed the program.
Critical Periods in Puppy Development
Neonatal Period
Birth - 12 days
Wunderhaus provides a safe environment for the whelping of our puppies. During this time, puppies cannot regulate their body temperature and elimination. Puppies do respond to warmth, touch and smell. On day 3, we introduce ESI and ENS to the pups. Puppies cannot see well or hear at this point. They will stay close to the Mother and littermates.
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Transition Period
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Awareness Period 21 - 23 days It is crucial the puppies have a stable environment. The whelping box is not to be moved! Puppies need to remain with it's littermates and Mother. The pups sight and smell function well now. Wunderhaus introduces a new surface such as linoleum, wood, carpet and concrete every day. |
Canine Socialization Period
21 - 49 days It's very important that puppies receive alot of socialization! They need plenty of interaction and playtime with Mom and littermates in order to learn canine behaviors. It is also crucial that each of the pups have one-on-one individual attention with humans. It is important to begin postive training at 5 weeks old. We expose the pups to a variety of noises and different floor surfaces during this time.
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Human Socialization Period
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Fear Impact Period
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Seniority Classification Period
13 - 16 weeks Ah! This is the teething phase. Beware of the landsharks! Positive training should continue and your puppy should be enrolled in a puppy kindergarten class. It's important to praise for the correct behaviors that you want. Socialize, socialize, socialize! Get your puppy out in the world! |
Flight Instinct Period
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Second Fear Period
6 - 14 months
During this stage...
A female will experience her first heat anywhere from 6-12 months. A heat lasts 21 days. Keep the boys away! A male will begin to lift his leg. His or her puppy coat will transition to it's adult coat, starting down the spine. During this phase it's important to keep all situations positive and fun. Be patient. Be sure to enforce positive socialization exposure, but be careful to avoid overwhelming situations. Your puppy may appear apprehensive so be sure not to pressure him/her. Let him or her approach as he or she is ready. It's important to praise confidence. |
Maturity
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