Malina’s two puppies have turned one week old. Their mother is taking great care of them: she’s producing plenty of milk, nurturing them attentively, and keeping them clean. The little ones are already trying to hide from all this care to get some rest. They’re growing well — they’ve already reached a weight of 1100 grams.

Malina has brought her toys down from upstairs into her whelping box, signaling that she’s ready to play with her puppies when the time comes. But for now, her motherly role is her top priority — and she’s fulfilling it perfectly.

“Everyone is healthy, Malina is producing a lot of milk. She’s a very good mother. The little ones are already hiding from her because she keeps cleaning them so much. She’s already brought her toys down to them. She wants to play, but that time hasn’t come yet. She’s doing everything for them. She couldn’t be a better mother,” said Zoltán Cser, Malina’s owner.

Malina’s daily routine is starting to take shape again, and she’s also craving a bit of alone time. It’s clear that she’s not only a caring mother but also an active and eager-to-learn dog. The puppies are already showing their personalities: one of them barked in the middle of the night — probably looking for her mother and trying to express herself vocally.

“At first, I thought I misheard. They say it’s rare, but even a tiny puppy can bark,” added Zoltán.

The other girl is calmer, a bit plumper, and spends her time walking around. They climb across their whelping box 30 to 40 times a day, exploring their little world. One is shorter and stockier, while the other is longer-bodied — they’re already easy to tell apart.

“They sleep through the night, then give a little bark to let us know they’re hungry — and after that, everything’s fine. I sleep next to them every night. I’m tired, but they’re healthy and give me so many special moments. What feels strange is when I hold them in my lap: one calms down easily when I stroke her little face, the other takes a bit longer.”

Malina is not only a wonderful mother but also a true companion who deserves all the love and attention. Her puppies are growing up in safety and surrounded by affection.

Over the next nine weeks, we’ll be sharing the best moments from Malina’s puppies’ journey. For exclusive updates, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow us on Facebook and YouTube as well.

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