Our Early Puppy Development Program
Building Confident, Well-Adjusted Companions from Day One
we believe a puppy's first eight weeks lay the foundation for a lifetime. Every puppy is intentionally raised inside our home, where they receive daily love, structure, and purposeful experiences that help them grow into confident, adaptable family companions.
Our goal isn't simply to raise beautiful puppies—it's to prepare each one for a successful transition into their forever home.
The journey begins at birth.
During these first days, every puppy receives individual attention and gentle daily handling while remaining safely with their mother and littermates.
During this stage we provide:
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
Early Scent Introduction (ESI)
Daily health monitoring
Early human interaction
Regular nail trims
Daily weight tracking
These early exercises are designed to support healthy neurological development and help puppies become more resilient as they grow.
As their eyes and ears open, puppies begin exploring the world around them.
We gently introduce new experiences while allowing each puppy to build confidence at their own pace.
Puppies begin experiencing:
Daily socialization
New textures and surfaces
Household sounds
Gentle grooming
Individual handling
Age-appropriate toys and enrichment
Confidence-building activities
As personalities begin to shine, we start introducing simple routines that prepare puppies for family life.
Puppies begin learning:
Crate introduction
Potty training foundation
Collar introduction
Leash introduction
Car rides
Individual play sessions
Recall foundation
Continued confidence building
Every experience is designed to create positive associations and reduce stress as they transition into their new homes.
Before leaving for their forever families, puppies continue practicing valuable life skills that make the transition easier.
Each puppy receives:
Continued crate training
Potty routine reinforcement
Socialization with adults and children
Exposure to everyday household sights and sounds
Grooming practice
Veterinary health examination
Temperament evaluation
By eight weeks of age, our puppies have experienced hundreds of positive interactions designed to help them become calm, confident companions.
For families who would like additional training before bringing their puppy home, Mountain Laurel Goldens offers an Extended Puppy Training Program.
This optional program allows your puppy to remain with us after eight weeks of age, where they continue receiving individualized training, socialization, and daily care in a familiar environment.
Whether you're planning a vacation, have a busy schedule, or simply want your puppy to have a stronger foundation before coming home, this program helps make the transition smoother for both you and your puppy.For families who would like additional training before bringing their puppy home, Mountain Laurel Goldens offers an Extended Puppy Training Program.
This optional program allows your puppy to remain with us after eight weeks of age, where they continue receiving individualized training, socialization, and daily care in a familiar environment.
Whether you're planning a vacation, have a busy schedule, or simply want your puppy to have a stronger foundation before coming home, this program helps make the transition smoother for both you and your puppy.
During their extended stay, we focus on building confidence and reinforcing good habits through positive, age-appropriate training.
Training includes:
Crate training
Potty training with a consistent routine
Sleeping through the night in a crate
Name recognition
Recall ("Come")
Sit
Down
Place
Loose-leash walking
Waiting politely at doors
Confidence around new people and environments
Continued socialization
Car rides
Grooming, bathing, ear cleaning, and nail trims
Exposure to household sights and sounds
Every puppy progresses at their own pace, and our goal is to build confidence while making learning fun and rewarding.
2-Week Extended Training (8–10 weeks): $700
4-Week Extended Training (8–12 weeks): $1,400
Each program includes:
Daily training sessions
Continued socialization and enrichment
Individualized care
Weekly photo and video updates
Progress report
Lifetime breeder support
Our Extended Puppy Training Program is perfect for families who want a puppy with a stronger foundation before coming home. While no puppy is fully trained at this age, these extra weeks can make a meaningful difference and provide a smoother transition into family life.
If you're interested in adding extended training to your puppy reservation, we'd be happy to discuss which program best fits your family's needs.Our Extended Puppy Training Program is perfect for families who want a puppy with a stronger foundation before coming home. While no puppy is fully trained at this age, these extra weeks can make a meaningful difference and provide a smoother transition into family life.
If you're interested in adding extended training to your puppy reservation, we'd be happy to discuss which program best fits your family's needs.
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