FAQ

Mother dogs recognize their puppies primarily through scent and may remember them for years, but often resume normal behavior after separation.

The 3-3-3 rule is a guideline for understanding a puppy’s adjustment process after adoption: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routines, 3 months to feel at home.

A mother dog may remember her puppies through scent even after long separations, but hormonally and behaviorally, she moves on shortly after weaning.

The 3-3-3 rule for puppies refers to the acclimatization period after adoption: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routines, and 3 months to feel fully at home.

Mother dogs form strong bonds with their puppies and can recognize their scent even after a long separation, though their behavioral attachment lessens over time.

The 3-3-3 rule for puppies refers to the common adjustment period after adoption: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routines, and 3 months to fully settle in.

Father dogs are typically not involved in caring for the puppies, and their presence can cause stress or competition, especially during early stages of maternal care.

Yes, mother dogs form strong bonds with their puppies, primarily driven by hormones and scent, but this attachment naturally fades as the puppies mature.

Dogs perceive time differently from humans, and one hour can feel longer to a dog, particularly when separated from their mother or owner during early development.

Mother dogs may show brief signs of stress or loss when their puppies are removed, but most adjust quickly and do not experience prolonged sadness.