At Fairview Park Groodles, we are committed to providing the best start in life for our puppies. One way we achieve this is through our comprehensive puppy curriculum, inspired by the renowned Badass Breeder (BAB) program. This curriculum is designed to help our puppies have the best start in life to grow into well-adjusted, confident, and happy dogs, ready to become beloved members of their new families.
What is the Badass Breeder Program?
The Badass Breeder (BAB) program is a structured, science-based approach to puppy raising that focuses on early socialisation, environmental enrichment, and positive training techniques. Developed by Jeanette Forrey of 4E Kennels, this program emphasizes the importance of early experiences in shaping a puppy’s behaviour and temperament.
Key Components of the Badass Breeder Curriculum
Age Appropriate Socialisation and Exposure:
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From an early age, puppies are introduced to a variety of sounds, surfaces, and environments appropriate to their age and development. This exposure helps them become adaptable and reduces the likelihood of fear responses later in life. Puppies meet different people and experience new situations in a controlled and positive manner.
Problem-Solving and Confidence-Building Activities:
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Puppies participate in age-appropriate challenges that encourage problem-solving and independence. These activities boost their confidence and help them develop a resilient mindset.
Crate Exposure and Toilet Training:
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Starting crate exposure early helps puppies learn to see their crate as a safe and comfortable space. Alongside this, we begin the foundation of toilet training, setting up puppies for success in their new homes.
Introduction to Basic Commands and Manners:
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Puppies are introduced to basic commands such as “sit to say please,” “recall imprinting,” and “leave it,” using positive reinforcement techniques. This early training fosters a love of learning and helps new owners continue training with ease.
Health and Handling Exercises:
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Regular grooming, nail trimming, exposure to clipper noise and gentle handling prepare puppies for future vet visits and grooming sessions. This ensures they are comfortable being touched and examined, reducing stress for both the puppy and their future family.
Why Choose a Puppy from a Badass Breeder Program?
Choosing a puppy raised with the Badass Breeder curriculum means you are getting a well-rounded, socialised, and confident companion. The time and effort invested in these early stages of development lead to lifelong benefits, including better behaviour, stronger bonds with humans, and overall happiness and well-being.
At Fairview Park Groodles, we are proud to use the Badass Breeder program, as it aligns perfectly with our commitment to raising healthy, happy, and well-adjusted puppies. We believe that by investing in our puppies’ early development, we set them and their future families up for a lifetime of success and joy. Partnered with our puppy evaluations, we are preparing our puppies for the very best start in life and giving them a voice in a placement that is suitable to theirs and their new family’s individual needs.
If you have any questions about our puppy curriculum or the Badass Breeder program, please feel free to reach out. We are always happy to share more about our dedication to excellence in puppy raising.
