Learn more and provide the best care for your puppy!

This page is for anything and everything puppy related. I have sectioned things off into puppy, small breed, and large breed to help it stay organized and help you focus your education based on your newest family member!

Small and Toy Breeds

This category is for pets that at adult weight will be less than 20 lbs. Toy Breeds are anything 12 lbs and under where as small breeds are 13-20lbs

Medium Breeds

This category is for pets at an adult weight between 20 and 50 lbs

Large and Giant Breeds

This category is for pets that at adult weight are over 50lbs. Large breeds are 50-100lbs where as giant breeds are considered any dog over 100lbs.

  • Puppy Chow Training Treats are small but mighty treats that help support your puppies brain and continuing growth through DHA and protein.

    Fortiflora a probiotic has been shown to help boost the immune system during vaccination. I always recommend it for puppies from the time they come home ~8 weeks until 20 weeks of age or longer if receiving additional lifestyle vaccines.

    I encourage people to use your puppy’s kibble as a training treat. We know it is complete and balanced nutrition for them and they already love it! This helps ward off picky behaviors in the future too!

  • My favorite puppy toy is a kong!

    Fill it up with puppy wet food: freeze it overnight and it will keep your pup busy for hours the next day! Gives them a good dose of mental stimulation and you a little break from puppy parenting.

    Another favorite of mine are these orange balls : Chuck Its : Make sure you get the appropriate size for your pet.

    I also highly recommend a snuffle mat and puzzle toys such as the StarMark Bob a Lot (Large) or the Small version for mental stimulation during feeding time.

  • Best equipment for training: Training Clicker

    Favorite potty training helper: Door Bells

    Anxious behavior options: Lick Mat, Calming Care, Adaptil Calming Collar

    Best Books to help from puppy to adulthood: Perfect Puppy in 7 Days and Decoding your Dog

Nutrition during puppyhood is so important!

Growth Rates are different depending on your puppies adult size! Please see visit this link to learn more! Puppy Growth Rate Based on Size

Did you know that 70% of the immune system is in the gut? Read more here! I highly recommend the product Fortiflora for all puppies during their vaccine series and for at least 4 weeks after. Buy that here or here!

KEEP THEM LEAN: You can increase your dog’s life by almost 2 years by keeping their body condition score between 4 and 5 out of 9. Read more here!

Spay and Neutering

This surgery helps prevent deadly cancers and unwanted pregnancies. The timing of spaying and neutering is widely debated, however, I recommend spaying females prior to their first heat (typically 6-9 months of age) and males prior to 2 years of age (unless behavioral problems arise). Speak with your vet about what timing is right for your pet. Your pet’s nutritional requirements change after they are spay and neutered here: Decreased Energy Needs in Spay/Neutered Pets

Treats

Can I feed my puppy treats? I get this question all the time and YES! YES you can!

See more information HERE!

Separation Anxiety in Puppies

It’s very common that puppies get separation anxiety. They go from being with their mother and siblings to your home and your family quickly. Here are some tips about how to help them transition into your family.