Puppies
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Where Can I Get Free Puppies?
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.
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How to Tell If a Puppy Is a Boy or a Girl
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.
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The Best Dog Food for All Life Stages
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.
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Why Is My Dog Vomiting White Foam?
Is your dog vomiting white foam? Let’s look at some of the reasons for a dog vomiting white foam and find out what to do next when your dog is throwing up white foam.
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How to Stop Toy Guarding in Puppies
Is your puppy’s toy guarding normal or something to be concerned about? Here’s how to handle toy guarding — and maybe even stop it before it starts!
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Will Your Puppy Outgrow These Bad Behaviors?
Playful biting, joyful jumping and incessant chewing may be 'cute' when your dog is a puppy ... but can turn into serious behavior issues by the time he's an adult. Start training now before those naughty puppy behaviors become bad habits forever.
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How to Prep for the First Two Months of Puppy Training
Get your new puppy off to a good start with lots of socialization and proper puppy training. Here's what you need to know about those crucial first two months of puppy training.
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Schedules and Guides for Feeding Puppies
When it comes to feeding puppies, what you feed and when varies based on the puppy's exact age. Find out what to feed newborn puppies, what to feed puppies who are 3-4 weeks old and more.
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Finding the Right Puppy Gear
Welcoming a new puppy into your home? Congratulations! Puppies need lots of puppy gear. So, how do you choose the right collars, harnesses and clothing for puppies? Check out our advice.
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5 Puppy Diseases and Conditions You Need to Know About
Puppies are cute and full or life and energy — but they’re also prone to puppy diseases, injuries and other conditions. Here's what to know.
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When Do Dogs Stop Growing?
The answer to "when do dogs stop growing" is vastly different according to factors like breed and nutrition. Find out what affects dog growth.
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A Guide for Introducing Dogs to Puppies
When it comes to introducing dogs, introducing a puppy to an older dog is one of the trickiest. So, what is the best way to introduce dogs to puppies?
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Training Your Puppy and Dealing with Puppy Problems
Puppies are cute — and they pee everywhere, chew things up and nip. We review some common issues and tips on training your puppy to overcome them.
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Letting Your Puppy Sleep in Your Bed? Here’s How to Do It Safely
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."
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5 Things You Need to Consider Before Getting a Giant-Breed Dog
Is your life a good fit for a giant-breed dog? I just got a Newfie and can help you figure that out.
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A Mastiff Killed a 10-Week-Old Cocker Spaniel Puppy, and It Was a Totally Preventable Accident
Socializing puppies is crucial to behavioral development, but it must be done safely, as one pet parent learned the hard way.
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Why I Bought a Puppy From a Breeder Instead of Adopting From a Rescue or Shelter
Because I'm socially progressive and have a rescue dog, friends were surprised to hear that I bought a puppy from a breeder.
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How I Ended Up Adopting Two German Shepherd Puppies in One Week
And I wasn’t even a dog person seven months ago!
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Ready, Set, Debate! Which Breeds Have the Cutest Puppies?
These five breeds, including Cairn Terrier and Australian Shepherd, claim bragging rights on the cutest puppies.
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How to Raise a Confident Puppy
Confident puppies become well-behaved dogs. Early socialization and training are the keys.
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Watch This Reminder That Puppies Are Available for Adoption, Too
Singapore's SOSD Rehabilitation Centre had more than 100 puppies up for adoption this month. Meet the adorable pups.
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DNA Test Promises to Predict the Size and Future Health of Your Puppy
The DNA test kit from Embark claims to tell you how big a mixed-breed puppy may get and his risk for various genetic diseases.
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Why I Don’t Use a Crate When Training Dogs
In my 38 years as a professional trainer, I have never used a crate. Here's why.
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Welcome Your New Puppy With a Magic Spell
Denny Sargent and Sophia share a spell for bonding with a new puppy from their recently released "The Book of Dog Magic."
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Ask a Vet: What Causes a Puppy to Collapse?
I recently treated a young Boxer puppy who collapsed in his backyard. The cause was common and deadly.
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The Top 5 Health Threats to Puppies
Be aware of the health issues that puppies face and learn what to do before you bring a new dog home.
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So You Think You Want a Puppy?
We all love puppies, but when it comes to the reality of living with one, do your research to find the best fit.
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How I Came to Love a Morkie Puppy I Really Didn’t Want
As a senior who enjoyed living alone, the last thing I thought I needed was a puppy, but Herbie has turned out to be a wonderful companion.
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Puppy 101: Important Lessons for Your Dog’s First Few Months
Follow these tips to help your puppy develop a positive foundation for socialization and behavior.
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Houston’s Friends for Life Helps a Stray Dog Named Mother Mary Give Birth on Christmas Day
When the no-kill shelter learned of the very pregnant dog's plight, it gave her a warm place to birth her 12 puppies.
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