1st Eight Weeks

The puppies are born indoors and kept there until about 3-4 weeks old. Once their eyes opened and are walking, they are moved to an enclosed concrete chain link kennel with its own septic system that is sanitized several times daily. This is where we begin seperation from mom and introduction to solid food. During their initial 8 weeks under our care the puppies are never exposed to dirt or grass. We at Nicholbridge Shepherds take the utmost pride in providing our pups with the healthiest and safest living environment possible.

The moment the pups are born the time is documented. They are weighed, inspected, and identified with a specific color ribbon. The ribbons allow us to monitor each pup individually from birth. We record all the puppies preogrees on their each individual data sheets. This includes date of pigmentation, eyes opened, teeth erupted, and walked. These sheets also include date of all wormings , vet visits, and shots. We provide this to you at time of placement as well as a disc with every picture we have taken of your puppy since birth.