Puppies
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Puppy Training — How to Prep for the First Two Months
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.
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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 — and how — to feed newborn puppies and more.
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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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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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