When you have a new puppy, it’s easy to focus on the big goals (like being fully potty trained). But the “Tiny Milestones” are the building blocks of a happy life together.
Celebrate These Small Wins:
- The First Night of Sleep: When they finally stop whimpering in the crate and sleep through the night.
- The “Wait” Before Food: The first time they sit patiently for their bowl instead of jumping.
- The First Grooming Win: When they let you brush their belly without trying to eat the brush!
The True Story: > “My puppy, Cooper, was terrified of the vacuum,” says Jenna. “For weeks, we just left it in the room (unplugged) and put treats on it. The day he finally walked up and sniffed it without shaking was a huge celebration for us. It felt like he finally realized he was safe in our home.”
