Bringing Home a Pup Just Got Sweeter: Meet Our Spring "Chocolate" Litter
- Mandy Smith

- May 19, 2025
- 6 min read
At Glittering Grace, weāve got something extra sweet blossoming this springāOur Chocolate Litter is growing fast, and in just a few short weeksāJune 7th to be exactāthese darling pups will be ready to head home, just in time to kick off a summer full of memories with your fur-baby.

Whether you're planning backyard barbecues with a furry shadow underfoot or lazy summer poolside naps with a snuggly pup, this is the summer to rememberāand the perfect time to bring a puppy home. Bringing home a new puppy is exciting anytime of year, but letās be honestāsummer just hits different.Ā The sun is shining, the days are longer, and your whole routine tends to slow down just enough to soak in those special moments. And when it comes to puppy parenting, there are some big benefits to a summer homecoming:
1. Warm Weather = Easier Potty Training
Letās skip the snow boots and shivering in the driveway at 6 a.m., shall we? Potty training is a lot easier when youāre not battling shivers and mud. Warm weather makes outdoor time more enjoyable for everyoneāincluding your pup.
2. More Time at Home
Between school breaks, vacation days, and that "just go with the flow" summer energy, many families find it easier to build in the time and attention a new puppy needs to thrive. Plus, itās the perfect season for bonding. Think long walks, lazy afternoons, and evenings spent watching fireflies⦠together.
3. Built-In Helpers
Schoolās out, which means the kids are ināand ready to help. From teaching tricks to giving belly rubs, and divying-up the chores, summer gives your family a chance to work together, share responsibility, and learn alongside their new furry sibling.
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Bringing home a puppy now gives you the whole summer to establish a rhythm, create a training routine, and build a bond thatāll last for years.

At 4 Weeks Old: Finding Their Feet, Voices, and Confidence
Right now, our little chocolate crew is in a seriously fun stage. At 4 weeks old, theyāre in the thick of discovering the world around them:
Theyāve found their feet and are starting to teeter, toddle, and tumble their way around their whelping area. (think adorably milk-drunk balls of fluff)
Theyāve found their voices, which means thereās a lot of adorable yipping, chirping, and the occasional sassy bark. This is when personalities really start to emerge
Theyāre socializing, learning to interact with their littermates and the humans who adore them. The rough and tumble play starts now and their establishing their "rank" in the litter as they wrestle until they tumble into a sleepy pile together!
But beyond the cute chaos, thereās intention behind every moment.
At Glittering Grace, we donāt just āraise puppiesāāwe nurture future family members with structured socialization and purposeful desensitization from the start. That includes:
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) in the first few weeks to help improve cardiovascular performance, stronger adrenal systems, and better stress tolerance.
Tactile exposure to different surfaces and textures, so your pup is confident walking on hardwood, carpet, grass, tileāand maybe even your yoga mat.
Daily human contact in a loving, safe space to foster connection and trust.

Sound Training Starts Now!
Now that the pups are more aware and interactive, weāre turning up the volumeāliterally.
Sound training is an essential part of our program and one of the biggest contributors to raising well-adjusted, calm, and confident dogs. By introducing your puppy to a variety of everyday noises while theyāre still with their mom and littermates, we help reduce their likelihood of developing fear or anxiety later in life.
Here are just a few of the sounds our pups are being gently introduced to:
Vacuum cleaners
Thunder and fireworks (hello, summer nights)
Pots and pans clanging in the kitchen
Barking from other dogs
Doorbells, car horns, children playing
This approach helps your pup understand that noises are a normal part of lifeānot something to fear. Because when youāve heard a blender going off during nap time... a lawnmower on a Sunday morning aināt no big thing.
Our goal is to send home puppies who are curious, not reactiveācalm, not skittishāand who are ready to be your confident companion in the real world.
Weāre More Than a Breeder
At Glittering Grace, we believe in raising pups with purpose. That means your future dog isnāt just adorableātheyāre adaptable. We invest in early training and intentional socialization.
Our goal is to make the transition from our home to yours as smooth as possible, so you can focus on what really mattersābuilding that lifelong bond with your pup.
From the first day they open their eyes to the day they trot out the door with you, these puppies are learning, growing, and being loved intentionally.
We raise them with your family in mind.
Meet the Chocolate Litter
Okay, now for the really fun part. Let us introduce you to the stars of the season: the Chocolate Litter, named after everyoneās favorite sweet treats. Each pup is developing their own personality, quirks, and charmāand while a few are already spoken for, the rest are ready to find their forever homes. Each of these pups is as unique and lovable as their namesake, and weāre thrilled to introduce them:
š¾ Godiva
Our resident diva and the first to be claimed (naturally). Sheās got sass, smarts, and the confidence of a queen. This confident girl knew she was special from day one.

Always the first to explore, the first to get to the food bowl, and the first to be claimed. Sheās got big personality, sweet cuddles, and a sassy side (fun note = she's going to a family of all boys....she's going to bring some balance!).
š¾ Nestle
This dapper little gent sports snowy white mittens on each paw and a sharp tuxedo face. Heās equal parts charm and chill. This boy is handsomeĀ with a capital H.

With bright white mittens on each paw and a sharp tuxedo-style blaze down his face, he looks like heās ready to walk the red carpet. Heās observant, cuddly, and gives off an oh-so-distinguished vibe.
š¾ Kinder
One of only two girls in the litterāSheās gentle, playful, and just waiting to steal your heart.

She has the darkest, richest coat of any puppy we've ever had and those curls!! If youāre looking for a loyal, loving sidekick with a splash of sugar and spiceāthis is your girl.
š¾ Bonbon
The tiniest of the bunch with the curliest coat. He may be small, but this little stud has a big heart!

He may be the runt of the litter, but donāt let his size fool you. Heās quick, clever, and loves being close to his humans. Big things come in small, fluffy packages!
š¾ Hershey
As sweet as his name suggests. With a smoother coat and golden retriever vibes, heās basically a walking, wagging hug. This sweetheart is shaping up to be a loving, mellow companion.

With a flatter coat and a golden retriever look, Hershey is like a chocolate-covered teddy bear. Heās warm, gentle, and the kind of pup whoāll follow you from the couch to the porch just to be near you.
š¾ Mousse
Big, lovable, and decadently dark. Mousse is calm, confident, and wise beyond his weeks. Rich, dark, and so sweetājust like his name.

Mousse is one of the bigger boys and already carries himself like a wise old soul. Heās got a tiny white patch on his chin that we swear is his ādistinguished gentlemanā signature (silver fox!). Calm, loving, and irresistibly cuddly.
š¾ Truffle
This sweet treat has the cutest freckled face and striking tuxedo markings. Picture-perfect and playful.

With those adorable whiskers and striking markings, Truffle is as photogenic as they come. Heās playful, people-focused, and has the kind of happy energy that makes every day better.
Ready to Make This Summer Unforgettable?
These pups are not just adorableātheyāre being raised with intention. At Glittering Grace, we focus on adaptability, early exposure, and emotional confidence so your puppy arrives ready to thrive in your busy, beautiful life. We know bringing a puppy into your home is a big deal. Thatās why weāre here to guide you every step of the wayāfrom that very first application to pick-up day and beyond.
Whether youāre a first-time puppy parent or looking to grow your pack, weāre here to match you with a pup that fits your family, lifestyle, and dreams.
Donāt waitāfill out your puppy application today to begin the process of reserving your new best friend. Several of our sweeties are already spoken for, and the rest wonāt be far behind!

š Fill out a Puppy Application to start the process of reserving your new best friend. Letās make Summer 2025 one for the books.
Love, The Glittering Grace Team š¶






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