At nine days old, Doberman puppies are still in the neonatal stage of development. During this time, they spend nearly all of their day sleeping and nursing, with growth happening rapidly but quietly. The puppies in this litter are not yet able to see or hear. Their eyes and ears remain closed, and movement is limited to instinctive crawling and rooting behaviors that help them find warmth and nurse efficiently. At this stage, a calm environment and consistent care are essent