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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.
What should you feed a puppy? Puppies have specific nutritional needs and puppy food contains essential nutrients. Learn more about what to feed a puppy and why here from Purina’s experts.
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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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. -
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Having a well-trained puppy will bring a lifetime of happiness. Learn how to train some basic puppy commands, like sit & stay, to start your puppy off on the right paw. -
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What is a normal temperature reading for your puppy? Learn the ins and outs of your puppy's temperature and how to determine the symptoms of a dog's fever. -
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Can all dogs swim? Many people believe swimming comes naturally to dogs, but that isn't always the case. Learn some tips to get your puppy or dog in the water. -
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How do you leash train a puppy? Find out how to make your puppy walks more enjoyable with these simple tips and steps for the best leash training techniques. -
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Short answer: Yes. Now let’s shed further light on puppy shedding. -
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Wondering how much to feed your puppy? Our experts put together a puppy feeding chart and guide to help. Find out how much food your puppy needs at Purina.com. -
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The short answer: Parvo in puppies is very serious. It’s a deadly disease that is easily preventable. Parvo strikes young puppies who’ve not been vaccinated. Key point: get parvo shots for your puppy. Now. -
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Want 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. -
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Your puppy loves to explore and play, which also means they will get dirty and need a wash. Here are some tips for how often you should be bathing your puppy.
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