Dog & Cat Articles with Advice from Our Experts

Puppies grow and develop in stages throughout their first year of life. Knowing what your puppy needs week by week is important to ensuring a happy, healthy dog.

Short answer: Usually in about ten days to two weeks.

Short answer: Yes. Now let’s shed further light on puppy shedding.

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.

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.

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.

Your puppy needs regular watering. Here are some (moist) tips...

Your puppy is rapidly growing, and their needs will change as they start to become an adult dog. Find out when a dog is not considered a puppy anymore.

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.

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.

New puppy owners often ask, “Does my puppy need shots and when should they get them?” Read this puppy vaccination schedule to learn which shots your puppy needs.