Borsó’s puppies turned two weeks old this week. They’ve started walking, and not only is their movement developing, but their curiosity about the outside world is also growing.

First steps towards the big world 

The little ones are not only eating and sleeping , but they have also started to move more and more. Although stable walking is still a long way off, they are already doing very well with their ” seal walk ” and are trying to stand up more often. 

They’re so cute, starting to stand up and let out little barks—I’m melting from how adorable they are! They’re beginning to grow attached to me and my husband, Dani, as well.

– said Melinda Leidgeb , Borsó’s owner.

The puppies sleep a lot and often drift off wherever they happen to be. Besides resting, they’re becoming more and more active.

There’s a little mischievous one who teases the others, and they’re already starting to play with each other.

– Melinda added.

Eyes and ears are opening – they’re becoming more and more attentive to the world around them

A key milestone in their development is that their eyes and ears have opened. This means that they’re no longer relying solely on their sense of smell and touch, but are increasingly aware of the events happening around them.

They’re starting to react to music and whistling, lifting their heads and paying more attention to what’s happening around them.

– said Melinda.

Komondi Piroska, the professional leader of the foundation, stated that the puppies’ development is progressing exactly as expected.

Their ears are opening now, and everyone’s eyes have already opened. They’re growing consistently, and developing beautifully, just as it’s written in the book. Everything is going perfectly with them.

– said Piroska.

Puppy scent and first attempts

For the caretakers, every little movement of the puppies is a special experience. Their yawns come with an unmistakable puppy scent, and it’s already clear that while they look alike on the outside, each puppy has its own unique personality.

In the coming weeks, they will move around more, exploring their surroundings, and gradually getting familiar with people and the stimuli of the outside world.

Please support the training of guide dogs with 1% of your tax! Our tax number is: 18449149–1–05.

How much does a guide dog cost?

In Hungary, there is a growing need for guide dogs. Many people are waiting for a loyal companion at our foundation. On our waiting list, there are usually 30-40 people. Currently, 12 dogs are undergoing training, and if everything goes according to plan, 30 puppies will be born at our foundation this year, from which guide dogs will be trained next year.

The total cost of a guide dog throughout its entire life exceeds 5 million Forints

This period lasts approximately 10 years, and the total costs include: breeding dogs, breeding, puppy raising, screenings, medical expenses, care, equipment, training (with a service fee of 1.5 million forints), owner training; transfer, testing, follow-up, and care for ten years, equipment replacement, additional medical costs for aging dogs, retirement-related expenses, as well as overhead costs, vehicle use, etc.

This is how the total cost over ten years exceeds 5 million forints.

Our foundation raises the necessary funds for training through 1% tax donations and contributions.

We last wrote about Borsó’s puppies here.