Puppy Kongs

Wee Snugga Wubba

Pet Stages Puppy Toys

Nobbly Wobbly

We have a wide variety of play toys and interactive toys available in our Manor Lake Dog Boutique.

Manor Lake Benny made his second appearance on national television last week, he was on Good Morning America’s Canine Couture segment! Way to go Benny!

Here are some basic grooming tips to keep your Manor Lake Australian Labradoodle’s coat is healthy and good looking shape!

–First we recommend that you perform regular brushing of your pooch’s coat, for this we really like Les Poochs brand brushes.

–Regular bathing and conditioning of your dog’s coat is also important, again we like Les Poochs brand of shampoos and conditioners.

–When visiting your groomer for a haircut make sure you are very clear with them what you want and what you do not want, communication is key in eliminating any misunderstandings.
–Sometimes taking in a picture of the look you’re going for is helpful for your groomer to visualize what you want!

We have a variety of grooming products available in our Manor Lake Dog Boutique here.

Snuggle Puppies are back in our Manor Lake Dog Boutique! http://manorlakedogboutique.com/

As they have a beating heart and warming pack, they act as the perfect comforting, realistic snuggle buddy to your furry little friend.

At Manor Lake we like to feed our puppies Wellness Brand puppy kibble. It’s high in nutrition, 100% human-grade and promotes a healthy digestive system for your Australian Labradoodle.  Our puppies love the taste of it too!

4 – 12 Weeks

Week 4 to week 12 typically comprise the third stage of puppy development. During this stage, the senses begin to mature and socialization becomes an important part of the puppy’s life. It is critical during this key phase that the puppy be able to interact with other dogs and with people.

For the first few weeks of this phase, it’s likely that the only other dogs the puppy will have access to are his mother and littermates. His normal body temperature should be approximately 100 degrees Fahrenheit, and his system will begin regulating that temperature naturally. Additionally, the instinct to squat will take over and external stimulation will no longer be required for the puppy to move his bowels.

Early socialization will manifest as a basic kind of play with the puppy’s littermates – wrestling and a reserved play-biting known as “inhibited bite.” This is the way in which the puppy will begin to learn about social structure and pack ranking. Rules, boundaries, and limitations set by his mother begin to take shape. Physical co-ordination and eyesight are still not fully developed, but the puppy’s mobility will have progressed beyond wiggling, rolling, and flopping around.

Weeks 5 through 7 are a good time for the puppy to begin his early socialization with people. His sense of hearing should be well-developed enough to allow the possibility of command conditioning using positive reinforcement, as well as name recognition – the puppy will begin to respond to the name that his human handlers have chosen for him. But remember: he will always be animal first, then species, then breed, and THEN name.

The puppy’s fear response to sudden startling sights and sounds will begin to emerge at or around this point in his development, so exposure to any normal household objects and noises and association with positive experiences is very important. Also, the kind of play that puppy is used to with his littermates, including the “inhibited bite,” or “mouthing,” may begin to appear in his interaction with his human handlers. It is crucial to remember that this kind of behavior can often escalate and lead to dominance or aggression, and should be discouraged.

Even during this late phase, make sure to stay alert about the possibility of infection. The health of the puppy should be carefully monitored, as should any and all interaction with human handlers who may pose a risk of communicable disease. The puppy should receive another worming at this stage, and then regular monthly wormings from this point on. And you should discuss with your vet inoculations that could help to boost the puppy’s immunities. Sometime around week 6 or 7, the puppy should begin the weaning process, moving from mothers milk onto formulas and then ultimately solid foods that his human handlers will provide.

Week 8 is where you can expect to come into your new puppy’s life if you have chosen to adopt through a reputable breeder. Make sure that you coordinate with the breeder and your veterinarian to determine that the puppy has been wormed prior to the adoption and to find out what shots, if any, the puppy may still need.

Because the puppy has spent his early weeks developing in the company of his mother and his brothers and sisters, his mental processes should be mature enough to handle the move from the breeder to your home, and he should be receptive to training. Still, just because your puppy has been socialized doesn’t mean he doesn’t still need your guidance from day one! Don’t forget to get right to work setting your new pack’s rules, boundaries, and limitations and consistently enforcing them. Your new puppy is easily influenced by your pack leadership, so keep it balanced and consistent! Housetraining and introduction to the sights and sounds of your puppy’s new home should begin right away. Positive experiences associated with the various new elements of your puppy’s life will help ensure a smooth transition. And don’t forget that your puppy is still a social animal! If you have no other dogs or pets, try to find calm, vaccinated dog pals for him to interact with. This could prevent issues that may arise later on from lack of socialization.

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Tiffany and Co. inspired plush toy - $12-14

Mike, the canine genius-$18.95

The Chilly Bone- $7.99

Snuggle Puppy- $32.99

Extreme KONG-$5.97 -16.97 

Paired with…. 

KONG Stuff’n Paste-$6.39 -10.39

Darfinc Muttheads Cards in a Collector Can- $17.99

1. Chompion Lightweight- $3.50
It’s the Champ of Chomp! The all-time Walapalooza! The ultimate in dog toys. The Chompion is tough by nature because it’s made with 100% all natural rubber and is tough enough to stand up to the toughest of chewers. It’s unique barbell design features bumps that aid in massaging the gums. Measures 4.5” long.

2. Rope Bone- $1.99
Zanies Knotted Rope Bones. Colorful Zanies® Knotted Rope Bones are a great way to satisfy a dog’s urge to chew. They’re tough and durable, plus they help keep dog’s teeth and gums clean and healthy. Measures 8.5″.

3. Nobbly Wobbly- $4.99
Multipet Nobbly Wobbly Balls for dogs are made of extra-tough rubber, interlaced to form heavy rubber balls. The result is a groovy shape that bumbles, bounces, and rolls.The bright rainbow of colors in each ball helps them stand out and the one-of-a-kind feel will encourage your dogs to chew and play with them. Multipet Nobbly Wobbly Balls are available in Medium 3″ ball.

4. Monkey’s Fist Rope Toy- $3.99
These Zanies® Monkey’s Fist Knot Rope Toys are constructed from tough cotton rope, knotted into a heavy ball and attached to a long handle for tugging or throwing. Designed to be a rugged knot for sailors, they’re ideal for aggressive chewers and will really stand up to abuse. The twisted rope helps to clean teeth for improved oral hygiene. Red & White Measures 15″.

5. Bungee Gecko- $4.99
Made of durable plush in vibrant colors, each 16″ Zanies®toy has a bungee body that stretches to a full 24″. Contains two squeakers, one in the head and one in the tail–for double the fun. Zanies Bungee Geckos are available in marigold, green, blue and purple.

Place and order today in our Manor Lake Dog Boutique and we’ll throw in a freebie for your pooch!

Here at Manor Lake Australian Labradoodles our dogs LOVE Katie’s Bumpers Bottle Tracker- its a fun interactive toy that will keep your Australian Labradoodle busy for hours! Order one now from our Manor Lake Dog Boutique HERE.

Make your own toy on the fly. Big enough to hold a plastic water bottle, a couple of tennis balls, some old socks.
The Bottle Tracker Toy can be used for retrieving, scent recognition, search & rescue training, and contra-band training. It also makes an enthralling and interactive toy.
Fill a basic plastic bottle, which acts as a barrier between the scent and the toys’ inner surface, with training treats, ice, or scenting materials and add a few holes for the scent to escape. Made from tough, pre-consumer recycled fire hose material, this toy has a Velcro sealed compartment for enclosing the bottle and a sewn in loop for tugging.

• Land
• Water
• Snow
• Tough Fire Hose from Pre-consumer Recycled Materials
• Durable, But Not Indestructible
• Safe and Strong Construction
• Machine Wash & Air Dry
• Vibrant colors for easy recognition
• It is not intended as a water toy, but it will float.

All Katie’s Bumpers are intended as interactive play toys. They are not intended as chew toys. Best if used outdoors or on washable surfaces.