This collection of Dog Puppy Care articles has been curated for you by East Dallas Veterinary Clinic. If you would like to talk to a veterinarian, please give us a call at (214) 225-3729.
Frequently Asked Questions About Puppy, Behavior and Training, Answered by a Veterinarian
When should I start behavior training with my dog?
The most critical stage in a puppy’s behavior development occurs between 5-18 weeks of age.
We know, for instance, that:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Puppies, Answered by a Veterinarian
How much food should I feed my puppy?
"About 1/3 less than whatever the bag recommends; usually about 1 cup per 10 pounds of dog". Don't panic if your dog won't eat as much as the bag says. In fact, if your puppy is leaving kibble in the bowl, that pretty much proves you're feeding too much at each sitting.
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7 Puppy Potty Training Tips to Save Your Sanity…and Your Home
You’ve brought your much-anticipated new puppy home and are delighted with this adorable little creature who just wants to play, cuddle, love you, and let you revel in that heavenly puppy breath. However, within the first hour, you’re reminded of the daunting task of potty training after they leave their first “present” on your carpet.
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Puppy Palooza: The Secret(s) to Raising a Happy and Healthy Pup
Congratulations on your new pup! As veterinarians, it’s our job to help you and your puppy bond and develop a healthy relationship from day one. The wonderful thing is that puppies arrive ready to be taught how to live with a family—a blank slate. You have the opportunity and responsibility to teach your puppy proper behavior for life as part of your family.
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How to Feed Your New Puppy For Optimal Nutrition and Wellness
Adopting or buying a puppy is no fly-by-night decision. You hopefully spent a lot of time deciding on the best dog breed for your family, settled on your veterinary and/or pet insurance budget, and of course, agonized over the most magnificent moniker for your precious pup.
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5 Puppy Behaviors to Nip in the Bud (And Other Pertinent Puppy Tips!)
From puppy breath and snuggle seshes to silly selfies and watching them fall asleep right in their food bowls, puppies are, quite frankly, perfection. As veterinarians, however, we always want to make sure that anyone considering taking the puppy plunge understands that, along with all of the good stuff, taking care of puppies can be a lot of work. Not only that, but they are itty bitty balls of energy that require a lot of time and dedication.
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5 Puppy Housetraining Tips To Save Your Sanity
How much do we love thee, puppies? Oh, let us count the ways. Puppy breath, silky fur, endless kisses, oh my! The one thing that every puppy owner dreads, however, is accidents. And those of us in the veterinary community will tell you, the only certainties in life are death, taxes, and puppy accidents. It comes with the territory!
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From Puppy Breath to Painful Plaque: How to Take Care Of Your New Pet's Teeth
It’s puppy season, people! Tiny paws that smell like Frito’s (why we’ll never know), playful behavior, soft fur, so many snuggles, and the piece de resistance - puppy breath! Let’s face it, though. As time goes on, the puppy breath typically changes to something, well, a bit more ominous.
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