A Cream Havanese Puppy Waited on the Porch for Someone Special

A little cream Havanese puppy has taken a seat on the gray porch steps and is gazing up at something just out of sight. His fluffy white coat is touched with golden cream on the ears, his dark nose is lifted and his front paws are neatly together. The wooden siding of the house and a doormat by the door frame the scene.

Porch steps are a great place for a puppy to practice new skills. Learning to climb up and down steps safely is a good step for growing dogs, but small puppies can fall or slip, so supervise them and consider a gate until they are steady. Steps can also be a good place to practice sitting and waiting before the door opens, a skill that helps with safety later.

Havanese are known for their cheerful, friendly nature. They typically greet visitors with a wagging tail, which makes the porch a natural stage. Their sociable personality is also a reason to start meeting new people and other friendly dogs early, always in a calm and controlled way. Ask your vet when your puppy is ready to meet others.

This one looks as though he is waiting for someone to come home. He is sitting up straight and trying his best to be patient. Every few seconds his ears twitch at a new sound, and then he settles back down with the patience of a very small doorman on duty.