The Chesapeake Bay Retriever embodies all the traits of a good retriever: loyal, upbeat, and tireless. While they do take to training, it's important to note they have a mind of their own and can tenaciously pursue their own path. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ne0gcP | American Kennel Club

𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗨𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗿!🚪🐾 Right after lunch today, Mama Rayney slipped out through the doggie door…and her 9 pups surprised me by deciding to follow! At 4.5 weeks old, this is a big step in their environmental confidence and problem-solving skills. 🧠🤓 Using a doggie door is actually a Puppy Culture-style challenge...it asks the pups to navigate something new, push through a moving surface, and build resilience through their own choice to try. I helped by hold