Puppy Care Guide

Puppies need age-appropriate nutrition, gentle play, and positive training from day one. Their first year sets the foundation for a lifetime of health.

Puppies need age-appropriate nutrition, consistent positive training, proper socialization in their first 14 weeks, and a safe home environment. Getting the first year right sets the foundation for a lifetime of health and good behavior.

Quick Care Facts

Diet: High-quality puppy-specific food — 3x/day under 6 months, 2x/day after
Socialization window: 3-14 weeks is critical — expose positively to sounds, people, surfaces
Training: Start from day one — puppies absorb everything early
Vet: First visit within 48 hours of bringing home; core vaccines at 6, 12, 16 weeks
Puppy-proof your home: secure cords, chemicals, small objects, toxic plants

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