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Many older dogs benefit from acclimating to the sight, smell and presence of a new puppy before the dogs meet for the first time. Follow these five steps for a successful introduction.
- June 11, 2023
Many older dogs benefit from acclimating to the sight, smell and presence of a new puppy before the dogs meet for the first time. Follow these five steps for a successful introduction.
We list all the reasons your puppy doesn’t want to walk and the steps you can take to get him moving.
- May 23, 2023
We list all the reasons your puppy doesn’t want to walk and the steps you can take to get him moving.
Puppies poop a lot because they eat a lot. But, how often is normal? We give you the full scoop on puppy poop.
- May 12, 2023
Puppies poop a lot because they eat a lot. But, how often is normal? We give you the full scoop on puppy poop.
If your puppy isn’t eating, first check for a medical reason, then observe behaviors around mealtime.
- May 9, 2023
If your puppy isn’t eating, first check for a medical reason, then observe behaviors around mealtime.
Find a neutral territory that your adult dog doesn’t view as his turf. This prevents your dog from becoming territorial when he eventually meets your puppy at home.
- April 25, 2023
Find a neutral territory that your adult dog doesn’t view as his turf. This prevents your dog from becoming territorial when he eventually meets your puppy at home.
A whelping box is your dog’s maternity ward to give birth to her puppies, and, thereafter, a nursery to nurse her newborn pups. It needs to be a comfortable, safe space in a great location in your home.
- February 26, 2023
A whelping box is your dog’s maternity ward to give birth to her puppies, and, thereafter, a nursery to nurse her newborn pups. It needs to be a comfortable, safe space in a great location in your home.
Puppies should only be left alone in a safe area for short periods of time due to bladder and socialization needs. See our timetable.
- January 10, 2023
Puppies should only be left alone in a safe area for short periods of time due to bladder and socialization needs. See our timetable.
Get the lowdown on this integral part of turning your puppy into a happy adult.
- October 13, 2022
Get the lowdown on this integral part of turning your puppy into a happy adult.
Puppies explore the world with their mouths, but puppy teeth are sharp. Training a puppy not to bite takes time and patience. Follow these simple steps for how to stop puppy biting.
- August 18, 2022
Puppies explore the world with their mouths, but puppy teeth are sharp. Training a puppy not to bite takes time and patience. Follow these simple steps for how to stop puppy biting.
Puppy playtime is crucial training all puppies need to expose them to new people, dogs and objects. Starting as soon as you bring your puppy home, dog socialization should be done safely with vaccinated and friendly dogs.
- July 8, 2022
Puppy playtime is crucial training all puppies need to expose them to new people, dogs and objects. Starting as soon as you bring your puppy home, dog socialization should be done safely with vaccinated and friendly dogs.
Start training from Day One before those cute puppy behaviors become bad adult-dog habits.
- October 15, 2021
Start training from Day One before those cute puppy behaviors become bad adult-dog habits.
These popular “designer dogs” are truly adorable, but is one the best match for your family?
- October 6, 2021
These popular “designer dogs” are truly adorable, but is one the best match for your family?
Maybe it’s your first puppy or it’s been a while, but a new puppy means lots of questions that need answers stat!
- October 4, 2021
Maybe it’s your first puppy or it’s been a while, but a new puppy means lots of questions that need answers stat!
From birth to 16 months old, here’s what you need to know about your puppy’s development.
- September 27, 2021
From birth to 16 months old, here’s what you need to know about your puppy’s development.
All this cuteness comes with some messes, but we’ve got tips to help you tackle dirt and potty accidents.
- September 15, 2021
All this cuteness comes with some messes, but we’ve got tips to help you tackle dirt and potty accidents.
Previously vets weren’t recommending puppies to be neutered before six months of age, but in recent years this is shifting. The best age to neuter a dog is going to mostly be based on the dog’s breed and size.
- June 22, 2021
Previously vets weren’t recommending puppies to be neutered before six months of age, but in recent years this is shifting. The best age to neuter a dog is going to mostly be based on the dog’s breed and size.
Is your dog vomiting white foam? Let’s look at some reasons for a dog vomiting white foam and find out what to do when your dog is throwing up white foam.
- March 23, 2021
Is your dog vomiting white foam? Let’s look at some reasons for a dog vomiting white foam and find out what to do when your dog is throwing up white foam.
You might find puppies offered free at an adoption event, by a friend or on the Internet, but are free puppies really, truly free? Let’s take a closer look.
- March 4, 2021
You might find puppies offered free at an adoption event, by a friend or on the Internet, but are free puppies really, truly free? Let’s take a closer look.
We have tips for every age range, helping to keep your dog safe when holiday madness kicks into high gear.
- October 26, 2020
We have tips for every age range, helping to keep your dog safe when holiday madness kicks into high gear.
A 10-week-old puppy is at a prime age to develop canine social skills and explore the world.
- July 16, 2020
A 10-week-old puppy is at a prime age to develop canine social skills and explore the world.
Should your puppy sleep in your bed with you? Going from a warm pile of littermates to a cold lonely crate can be traumatizing, so we think “yes.”
- June 28, 2020
Should your puppy sleep in your bed with you? Going from a warm pile of littermates to a cold lonely crate can be traumatizing, so we think “yes.”
What are they, and what’s being done about them?
- June 10, 2020
What are they, and what’s being done about them?
When my Pit Bull-mix, Mookie, turned a year old, I knew his puppyhood was officially over. At the age of 1, he was now considered an adult.
Of course, no one told him this, so he continued to be as playful and energetic as ever.
- October 25, 2019
When my Pit Bull-mix, Mookie, turned a year old, I knew his puppyhood was officially over. At the age of 1, he was now considered an adult.
Of course, no one told him this, so he continued to be as playful and energetic as ever.
When a litter of puppies is whelped, you may be wondering how to tell if a puppy is a boy or a girl. Here are some helpful tips on how to figure out a puppy’s gender.
- August 19, 2019
When a litter of puppies is whelped, you may be wondering how to tell if a puppy is a boy or a girl. Here are some helpful tips on how to figure out a puppy’s gender.
Get your new puppy off to a good start with lots of proper puppy training. Here’s what to know about those crucial first two months of puppy training.
- May 6, 2019
Get your new puppy off to a good start with lots of proper puppy training. Here’s what to know about those crucial first two months of puppy training.
When it comes to feeding puppies, what you feed and when varies based on the puppy’s exact age. Find out what — and how — to feed newborn puppies and more.
- March 26, 2019
When it comes to feeding puppies, what you feed and when varies based on the puppy’s exact age. Find out what — and how — to feed newborn puppies and more.
What do you feed a puppy? How about an adult dog or an older dog? Let’s discuss the best dog food according to your dog’s age.
- January 17, 2019
What do you feed a puppy? How about an adult dog or an older dog? Let’s discuss the best dog food according to your dog’s age.
Your dog received all his puppy vaccinations, but what’s next? The topic of revaccinating pets has sparked debate and we go over what you should think about.
- December 6, 2018
Your dog received all his puppy vaccinations, but what’s next? The topic of revaccinating pets has sparked debate and we go over what you should think about.
Wondering how to socialize a puppy? Let’s take a look at how you can help socialize your puppy with new people, other dogs, different places and other animals.
- November 16, 2018
Wondering how to socialize a puppy? Let’s take a look at how you can help socialize your puppy with new people, other dogs, different places and other animals.
