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7 Weeks Old Today! February 20

Milly and Maisy's puppies are now all 7 weeks old. We had a busy morning last Saturday combining playtime, name and tongue-click training, and grooming exposure. Our living room rug gives them the traction they need to go at lightning speed after each other and their tennis balls. They also go check out their big dog relatives, find any socks that didn't get put away (this is likely to be a lifetime favorite!), and then go back to tackling each other. This goes on until we finally see them taking short breaks; it's at that point their nails get clipped and coats get brushed. And then down for naps.

All 10 puppies show great response to everything, everyone, and all the rest of our dogs! You just can't ask for more! And did I mention potty training -- they are extremely consistent about keeping their #2's separate from their living space. I'll be sending all of their new families home with a bag of the alfalfa pellets we've been using -- you can sprinkle them outside in the area you want them to go potty and I think there will be a near-instant connection! On that note, we know for a lot of you this is your first family pet, so if you have any additional questions about supplies and getting your home set up, please let us know. 
Puppy Playtime!
Roly-Poly: male, chocolate parti
Pell-Mell: New name is Barley! female, chocolate parti
Tumble-Bumble: Now known as Brody! male, black parti

Can't Wait to Meet Our Families! February 5

​Milly and Maisy’s litters are 5 weeks old now. We had a super fun weekend of meeting new families. We look forward to some more visits this coming Saturday! 

Although still sleeping a lot, we see the puppies are eager for people time, too, and the moment we bring them out to play, their excitement and interest in this new world shows! 

Did everyone catch the two day “streak” of warm weather? The puppies got to experience it, too! Besides their first time on pavement and grass, we introduced a “tunnel” to the pups, laughing at the puppies who thought it should operate like a hamster wheel. Some tackled it, folding it over on siblings, while others merely sniffed and gazed at the sun. Don’t worry, pups, the sun won’t be foreign to you soon after you’re in your new homes because spring will come soon! Until then, you get a south facing room that brings in some afternoon’s light and warmth. :) 
Tumble-Bumble: male, black parti
Pell-Mell: female, chocolate parti
Roly-Poly: male, chocolate parti

4 Weeks Old! January 31

So many things have changed since these 10 puppies started walking! 

All of the pups from Milly's and Maisy's two litters are fully integrated now. Milly and Maisy alternate feeding responsibilities with all ten pups. We introduced solid food at the beginning of the week, which they all took to quickly. They are still nursing several times a day and have access all night.

Since their prime sensory window has opened, we are now trying to cover all the major areas daily to prepare them for life with their new families. 

For one, they’re getting exposure to the grooming table, the sound of the clippers, and having their nails trimmed. To prepare for a lifetime of grooming needs, we also touch them all over, focusing on their feet, faces, eyes, and ears. 

Next, we have multitudes of friends of all ages holding them, and my kids are taking them in their laps for reading sessions. I assume by now they’re all accustomed to my one arm football hold as I work around the kitchen. 

The puppies are showing mild interest in toys, but they still prefer to tug on each others’ ear, necks, and rear ends! It’s amazing how long a puppy can keep sleeping when his ear is being tugged around by his brother!

Finally, they took to good bathroom habits quickly: when business calls, they ALL seem to be on the alfalfa pellets! 

By the time their new families come for their visits, all puppies will have reached the 3 pound mark. We’re so thankful for all 10 to be developing so well!
Tumble-Bumble: male, black parti. 2 lb. 10 oz.
Pell-Mell: female, chocolate parti. 2 lb. 14 oz.
Roly-Poly: male, chocolate parti. 2 lb. 14 oz.

Cuteness everywhere! January 19

Pell-Mell: female, chocolate parti
Roly-Poly: male, chocolate parti
Tumble-Bumble: male, black parti

First photo shoot: January 7

Roly-Poly: male, 7.6 oz, chocolate parti
Pell-Mell: female, 8.3 oz, chocolate parti
Tumble-Bumble: male, 6.4 oz, black parti

Maisy's Pups Have Arrived! January 2

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Just as the McLaughlin family had ensured Milly’s newest litter of pups were off to a healthy start and they had rung in the new year with friends, Maisy started showing signs of an impending delivery! In no time flat, her 3 beautiful parti puppies began their journey out to our world, mid-day on Wednesday, January 2nd. 

We have 2 chocolate parti and 1 black parti-colored pups. Parti in the poodle and cocker spaniel world means “two or more solid, well broken colors, one of which must be white.” 

Their names are from one a cute story book we’ve read around here for years called The Poky Little Puppy, in which 5 puppies go for a walk in the wide, wide world. One pup is extra curious and goes off on some solo adventures, led by his senses:

“I smell something!”
“I hear something!”
Or, 
“I see something!”

His curiosity always drove him to explore, making him late to arrive home, and late to get dessert!

None of the puppies in the book (3 of whom have a parti-colored appearance!) have names, but this phrase is repeated several times:

    “'What is he doing?' the four little puppies asked one another. And down they went to see, roly-poly, pell-mell,                  tumble-bumble, till they came to the green grass; and there they stopped short."

So we have named Maisy’s puppies Roly-Poly, Pell-Mell, and Tumble-Bumble! As they grow here in our home for the next couple of months, it will be our delight to see their senses develop and what those senses lead them to explore!

Ready to Add a Cockapoo To Your Life?

We are accepting applications for our summer puppies, ready to go home in August! We'd love to get to know you and have you join our waiting list!
Please fill out our application form to share a little bit about yourself and your lifestyle. 
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What Our Clients Are Saying

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Having been Lab lovers for 50 years, our decision to have a small dog was not easy. Little did we know that Lucy would waltz into our lives and bring such joy, that it is difficult to imagine life without her. At 5 months she is a bundle of energy, loves people and dogs, and is intensely curious about everything, except big, noisy trucks. Lucy's transition to our home was made easy due to the care she received by Lydia of Dutch Haven Dogs. Murphy, the stuffed dog with a beating heart, came with Lucy, and can still be found each morning cuddled underneath her. Lucy has slept through the night all but the first 2 nights with us. The written routine given to us helped to get us through those first unknown weeks. Included in the pages of information given to us were tips about personality, behavior, and care. I remember Lydia telling us when we came to get Lucy, that she massaged the puppies' paws and ears daily so that they were used to being touched. To this day, it is part of my "loving" routine. And we do love her so very much. Fondly, Sandy, Kittery, ME

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​We cannot say enough wonderful things about Dutch Haven dogs. Our pup has been such a delight for the short few months we’ve had her. Everything about this process was amazing. Communication, answering questions, supplies, lists. Not to mention the love and care these pups get before we get to bring them home. My girl is an angel, she loves people. She’s friendly, she’s sweet. I couldn’t be happier. ~Heather, Eliot, ME

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We absolutely LOVED our experience with Dutch Haven! My favorite part is that the puppies are so well loved by the Groen family before they are ready to go to their new homes. Lydia Groen is so thorough with her communications and so helpful! The puppy selection process was also very well done. And I was impressed by the evaluation that Lydia performed on each puppy to determine their personalities. I’ve also loved all the photos while we were waiting for our precious puppy named Birdie! This is by far the best breeder experience we’ve ever had and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a beautiful and well adjusted snd well loved puppy! ~Courtney, Dallas, TX

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I am forever grateful to Dutch Haven Dogs for uniting me with my Gemma (Santa Clara) back in 2015. From our first conversation, I knew Dutch Haven not only had the knowledge of the Cockapoo breed, but also had the passion for what they do. They raise their pups surrounded by children who nurture them with all the love and cuddles! My Gemma is the smartest, most loyal dog, and she remains by my side as my best friend. Thank you Dutch Haven for breeding dogs with good health, temperment, and beauty. Huge shout out to you from us in CT!!! Christie, North Haven, CT

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Getting my dog from Dutch Haven was the best experience I could imagine. We got Dublin 6 years ago and I still think of the first time I contacted Dutch Haven to picking him out to bringing him home. The process was seamless. I happily waited 9 months for my puppy knowing he was coming from a loving, healthy family breeder. We were kept updated about our place on the waitlist, and photos were shared once our litter was born. My dog is very healthy and happy and I credit a lot of that to Dutch Haven being so reputable and caring of their dogs. When I get another dog, it will be from Dutch Haven! Thank you and hello from Dublin! Kristin, Dover, NH

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