Ep 72: Puppy Culture 101 with Jane Messineo Lindquist: Raising Confident, Resilient Doodles from Day One

Want to raise a confident, resilient Doodle from the very start? In this first half of my conversation with Jane Messineo Lindquist, creator of Puppy Culture, we dive into the protocols that set puppies—and their people—up for success from day one.

Jane shares the origin story of Puppy Culture, why genetics are only part of the picture, and the enrichment and communication tools that create confident, optimistic dogs. We unpack what “manding” really means (and why it’s not just “sit for petting”), explore active vs. passive enrichment, and take a hard look at the ENS buzzword versus simulated maternal stimulation.

💡 What You’ll Learn in Part 1:
✔️ How Puppy Culture began and why it’s become a global movement
✔️ The difference between active and passive enrichment—and why both matter
✔️ How manding builds communication and reduces frustration in dogs of any age
✔️ ENS vs. simulated maternal stimulation (SMS) and what the science really says
✔️ The key protocols to look for when choosing a responsible Doodle breeder

📘 Want more support raising your puppy? Jane also shares insights inside my book, Your Doodle’s Daily Schedule Blueprint → Get at DoodleBlueprint.com

🎧 Catch Part Two in Episode 73 → where we break down the #1 socialization myth, what every breeder should do before puppies go home, and how even rescue and adult dogs can benefit.

Resources & Links:

• Puppy Culture website
• Jane’s book: When Pigs Fly! Training Success with Impossible Dogs
• Article: “Rethinking ENS” on Madcap University
• The Doodle Pro® Podcast on Apple Podcasts

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