When the puppies first moved downstairs at the age of 4 weeks it was a bit too chilly for them outside. The cold was exacerbated by the drastic eradication of the grass in our back garden after the last litter moved out. We have a lovely, low-maintenance stone patio now. However, that's pretty cold on little dogs' toes. And when I see them scampering around out there I do feel a little guilty about getting rid of all the soft grass.
By the time the 5-week mark rolled around, the weather had improved considerably and now we have had a veritable string of wonderfully warm, sunny days. The puppies are happy because they get to spend time outdoors and we're happy because it's easier to clean up the patio pen than the indoor pen.
Here they are having a game in the sunshine on Sunday. Apologies that you can see very little detail when they run into the shade. They are starting early, these shade-loving, cold-stone-seeking puppies.
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