Raising puppies can be a lot of work, especially if the litter was a surprise. True, the mama dog will take care of feeding and grooming them for the first few weeks, but there’s still a lot to learn about and prepare for.
Between shopping for new puppy products and scheduling vet check-ups, you’ll want to research the stages of puppy development to ensure they’re reaching milestones appropriately. Better yet, take a note from the animal lovers at Twisted Shoe Farm, who are taking an active role in their puppies’ development.
On April 26, a trio of newborn Golden Retriever puppies met a few gentle horses as part of an early scent introduction exercise. Not only was this meeting beneficial for their growing brains and bodies, but it was downright adorable, too!
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This is too sweet! The horses seem genuinely curious about the puppies in their mom’s arms, but they’re also relaxed and at ease. Either they’ve seen puppies (or other baby animals) before, or they’re naturally gentle and nurturing.
Maybe it’s both! The second horse didn’t hesitate to get closer to the sleeping puppies, and the pony even offered a kiss. It must have been magical for their human mama to witness this interspecies friendship, especially since she puts so much time, energy, and love into their care.
Commenters like KK agree that these horses “understood the assignment.” They’re so “gentle and friendly!” The one red pony who got a close look at the babies is giving nurturing—even motherly—vibes, and the tiny puppies are completely unfazed by their larger-than-life presence.