puppy development: 2 weeks old

dog facts: puppy development: 2 weeks old

Puppy Deworming
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• at two weeks old, you should begin talking with your veterinarian about your puppy's deworming

Deworming Your Puppy

since all puppies are born with intestinal worms, deworming should start as early as 2 weeks old, and should continue until he is at least 6 months old. after this period, you only have to observe your dog if parasites are still present in his body.

Roundworms in Dogs
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How to Deworm a Puppy:

1. Deworming puppies should start by visiting your vet to get a prescription dewormer. Over-the-counter deworming medications work, but prescription drugs have just about the right strength to kill any type of parasite safely. 
2. Remember that there are various types of dewormers whose dosage depend on the puppy's weight. This is why it is important to consult your veterinarian before deworming your puppy at home. 
3. You should routinely deworm your puppy (or have your puppy dewormed by your vet). Follow this schedule of deworming for puppies: at 2 weeks old, 4 weeks old, 6 weeks old, 8 weeks old, 12 weeks old (3 months old), 4 months old, 5 months old, 6 months old, then after every 3 - 4 months in the succeeding months with a broad spectrum dewormer (optionally depending on your dog's health).
4. After 6 months of deworming has passed and you suspect that your puppy still has worms, then you should take him to the vet to be checked in case he has other illnesses that have symptoms similar to intestinal worms. (symptoms of intestinal worms in puppies: excessive coughing, bloody stool, bloated stomach). you can also take your dog's fecal sample to your vet to have it checked for worms.
5. Also seek the advice of your vet regarding anti-parasitic deworming puppy home remedies such as pumpkin seeds (raw unsalted). 

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puppy development: 2 months (8 weeks) old

dog facts: puppy development: 2 months (8 weeks)

Housebreaking a Puppy
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• at two months (or eight weeks) old, you can begin integrating your puppy with his new home. introduce you new pup to the household including children and other pets. read tips particularly on helping your puppy adjust to his new home as well as how to's on housebreaking or house training your pup
• discuss with your veterinarian about the possibility of spaying / neutering (de-sexing) your dog in the future (when he's already between 5 - 6 months old)

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exercising your dog

dog facts: exercising your dog

dogs roaming free is indeed a wonderful sight. but did you know that there's more to letting your dogs roam free? letting your dog(s) run and play outdoors has a lot of benefits.

Running Dogs
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benefits of exercising your dog:

running and playing are great ways for dogs to exercise. it develops their muscles and is good for their cardio-respiratory health. it also provides them enough mental stimulation especially for dogs that are under dog training. 

additionally, letting your dog play outdoors improves their sociability. dogs having enough playtime prevents dog aggression by letting them use up all their pent up energy in a positive way.

not only is exercising your dog good for their health; it also promotes good behavior in them, plus, it's fun!

dogs' daily exercise requirements:

most grown-up dogs generally can get the most out of a daily 40-minute moderate exercise. you can enjoy brisk walking with your dog while teaching him how to heel. then, supplement it with a fun game of fetch, which could double as a reward for your dog's participation. 

different dog breeds and their exercise requirements:

you should remember though that some dog breeds are more high-energy hence they need more exercise. other dogs on the other hand should not be over-exercised because they are more genetically at risk of developing skeletal and joint problems. thus, your should do your research first about your particular dog's needs, or, talk to your vet about about your dog's daily exercise requirements. 

puppy development: 1 1/2 months (6 weeks) old

dog facts: puppy development: 1 1/2 months (6 weeks)


here's what to expect from your puppy at one and a half months / six weeks old:

• start of puppy vaccination
• at one and a half old, about 70 percent of a dog's adult brain mass is already present in your puppy
• puppies are now interested in play fighting

Puppies Play Fighting
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puppy development: 1 month (4 weeks) old

dog facts: puppy development - 1 month (4 weeks) 


here's what to expect from your puppy at one month / four weeks old:

• at one month old, puppy's milk teeth (temporary teeth) are already coming in
• puppy is now nipping and chewing
• begin weaning (process of introducing the puppy gradually to what is going to be his diet as an adult dog, and start of withdrawing the supply of his mother's milk little by little

Puppy Chewing
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