Puppy Articles
Your puppy deserves the best, so look to our experts to learn everything you need to know about puppy training, nutrition, health, behavior and more. Following our experts’ tips will help you ensure your new pup lives his best life.
Puppy Energy Levels by Age
As puppies grow and change, their activity and energy levels change. Purina's team of pet care experts prepare you for what to expect at various stages of their life.
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5 Tips for How to Train a Puppy
Curious about how to train a puppy? You’re not alone, which is why Purina behaviorists offer several puppy training tips to get you and your new canine companion on the road to success. See all our tips here.
Fun Games to Play with Your Puppy or Dog
What games you can play with your puppy or dog? Get expert tips on how to teach special skills like retrieving, searching and obedience to make playtime fun.
How Much Exercise Does a Puppy Need?
Daily exercise, walks and play with your puppy can lead to a happy, healthy life. Here are some basic exercise guidelines and play tips for your puppy.
Should You Get a Puppy? What You Need to Know
There are a lot of things to think about and consider before you get a puppy. Learn what you should know and read a couple reasons you probably should get a puppy.
Feeding Puppies: Everything You Need to Know
Puppies require nutritionally complete and balanced, regular meals in order for your puppy to grow and develop. Let’s take a look at puppy nutrition together: what to feed, when to feed and when to switch to an adult food.
Tips for Introducing a New Puppy to a New Home & to Other Dogs & Cats
Getting a new puppy is exciting, but it’s important to prepare before bringing him home. Making sure your home is safe and knowing how to introduce him to other pets will go a long way in keeping everyone happy and comfortable.
Puppy Weight Chart — What is a Healthy Weight?
There’s a right weight range for every age and breed of dog. Excessive weight gain can mean there’s an issue with your puppy, but the cause is usually always the same: your puppy is eating too much…
How to Potty Train a Puppy
Potty training a puppy can be challenging, but with patience, persistence and consistency, you and your pup can be successful. Find out the best way to potty train a puppy from Purina’s pet experts.
What’s Causing My Puppy’s Upset Stomach?
Because a puppy is, well, a puppy—their immune system is still developing, and they chew and swallow all kinds of stuff—it’s easy to upset their tummy. Don’t let this give YOU a bellyache, too.
New Puppy’s First Week Home
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting. Preparing for your puppy’s first week home will help him feel more comfortable as you get to know one another. Get all our new puppy tips here.
Your Puppy’s Diet & Nutritional Needs
Your puppy’s diet should be complete and balanced with a food formulated to meet his nutritional needs. A quality puppy food will support his growth and development during his first one to two years of life.
How Often to Feed a Puppy?
Many new puppy owners wonder how often puppies should eat. The frequency of feedings depends on your puppy’s age. Find out how often to feed a puppy from Purina’s experts.