The 7×7 Rule — How We Build Confident XL Bullies

The 7×7 Rule: How We Build Confident, Resilient XL Bullies From Day One”

Intro:
Most kennels just feed and shelter puppies. At XL Bullyz, we engineer them for confidence, intelligence, and adaptability. One of the core methods we use is the 7×7 Rule, a science-backed socialization protocol designed to give every pup the best start in life.

By the time our pups are 7 weeks old, they’ve experienced a minimum of 7 positive encounters in 7 key areas. This early work is what makes an XL Bully from us different: calmer, smarter, and more resilient when life throws something new at them.

🐾 What the 7×7 Rule Covers

1️⃣ Surfaces
Our pups walk on at least seven different surfaces, grass, gravel, tile, carpet, wood, ramps, sand, to build sure footing and confidence.

2️⃣ Objects
We introduce at least seven types of play objects, ropes, squeakers, balls, tunnels, boxes, wobble boards, and more, to stimulate curiosity and coordination.

3️⃣ Locations
We take them to seven different safe locations, house, yard, car, crate, puppy playground, porch, vet area, so new environments feel normal, not scary.

4️⃣ People
They meet at least seven kinds of people, men, women, kids, hats, glasses, different heights, different voices, so they grow up social and steady.

5️⃣ Challenges
We give them seven types of low-stress challenges, small stairs, tunnels, stepping over objects, mild restraint, following on leash, to build problem-solving and courage.

6️⃣ Feeding Dishes
They eat from at least seven different containers, metal bowls, puzzle feeders, hands, mats, plastic dishes, so mealtimes are smooth anywhere.

7️⃣ Feeding Locations
They eat in at least seven places — kitchen, yard, crate, patio, travel kennel, car, porch to reduce food anxiety and build adaptability.

🧬 Why This Matters

A dog who’s been exposed to this much variety early on is:

• More confident in new places.

• Less reactive to people and noises.

• Better at learning and focusing with its new owner.

• Healthier emotionally and more resilient under stress.

This is not an accident. It’s part of a scientific, intentional program — the same one that shapes our nutrition, early hand-feeding, and ENS protocols.

⚡ The XL Bullyz Difference

When you get a pup from XL Bullyz, you’re not just getting a pretty dog. You’re getting a companion who’s been built from day one to thrive in your home, your truck, or your lifestyle. It’s a program designed by someone who cares enough to put in the extra work and science, even when life is hard.

That’s what makes these dogs different. That’s why people come back.

“This is your chance to get the total package — not just a puppy.
Text 435-720-5410 today to learn more.”