Klaus Puppy Schedule
Weeks 1 & 2
Close, round-the-clock supervision
Daily weight checks
Vet visit for exam, tail dock, and dewclaw removal (applies to poodles only)
Birth photos & Week 2 photos
New Owner Reports starting at Week 2
Week 5
Cuddles and socialization
Sanitary and nail trim
Move to larger puppy pen with toys
Introduce crate
Introduce potty training with pee pads
Photos & Weights
Week 5 New Owner Email Update
Week 3-4
Deworming begins (every 2 weeks)
Nail trim
Introduce short cuddle and socialization sessions
Photos & Weights
Week 4 New Owner Email Update
Week 6
Cuddles and socialization
Introduce dry kibble
Nail trim and deworm
Continue potty training
Informal temperament eval
Photos & Weights
Week 6 New Owner Email Update
Week 7
Cuddles and socialization
Vet exam
Continue potty training
1st shots, fecal test, deworm
Photos & Weights
Week 7 New Owner Email Update
Week 8
Final prep for "Gotcha Day"
Wrap up potty training with pee pads
Bath & shave/grooming
"Gotcha Day"
Buyer education/go-home folders
Follow-up with new owner for questions/concerns