Three Puppies Took Over the Freshly Made Bed in Record Time
On a white bedspread, three black-and-white puppies lean in toward one another, each with a slightly different idea of what to do next. One looks straight at the camera, one has turned toward a sibling with curious ears, and the third lies stretched out with paws forward. The contrast of their dark fur on the bright cover makes them look like three little ink drawings come to life.
A bed is a very exciting place for a puppy, soft and bouncy and full of good smells. It also offers a chance to practice good manners. Teaching a puppy to wait until invited onto the bed, and to come down when asked, builds a basis for polite living with humans. Keep treats handy, and praise every success.
Havanese are bright dogs, and many learn house rules quickly. Because they love company, they tend to enjoy being near their people on the couch or bed, but each family can decide where that line is. If you allow it, a little step makes it easier for small dogs to hop up and down, which is easier on growing joints.
Right now, though, the only rule on this bed is that nobody is in a hurry. Three small dogs share a soft stage, and every moment looks like the start of a game. Whoever pounces first will set the tone for the afternoon.
