Best Practices for Raising a Growing Puppy

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Caring for Growing Puppies: Essential Feeding and Management Tips

1. When feeding puppies just weaned from their mothers, it's best to opt for specially formulated puppy food. This stage requires a diet rich in nutrients, including high energy, protein, fat, and palatability. Soft, moist foods are ideal. Additionally, supplement their diet with meat and vegetable broths based on their growth and weight.

2. Puppies should be fed four times a day to ensure they receive a balanced and safe meal. Always clean their feeding bowls before each meal and消毒 them with disinfectants like Lysol or bleach every couple of days. In hot weather, increase the frequency of cleaning and disinfection.

3. After six weeks of age, puppies can be dewormed and vaccinated. If they are free of worms, it's advisable to vaccinate first, followed by deworming. The first vaccination series for puppies typically includes four doses, with three combination vaccines and one rabies vaccine. However, deworming can be done after the third dose of the combination vaccine. For puppies under six months old, a monthly deworming routine, both internal and external, is recommended.

4. Once the puppy is about one month old, it's a great time to give it a name, making it easier to communicate and train. Around two months, you can start training your puppy, focusing on simple commands and activities. For instance, teach them to come when called or perform simple tricks like jumping or playing with toys. This not only strengthens the bond between you and your puppy but also provides mental stimulation.

5. Most growing puppies reach about half their adult weight by the age of 5 to 6 months. However, this can vary by breed. Larger breeds often take longer to reach full maturity and have higher nutritional needs.

6. It's not recommended to allow growing dogs to eat freely to prevent obesity. As they grow, their food intake should gradually increase. Around 6 to 7 months, dogs approach their first heat cycle. In a multidog household, separate males and females to avoid unwanted pregnancies. Feed them twice a day, ensuring a balanced diet and regular exercise to maintain their health.

7. By 8 months, a growing dog is nearly an adult, with sexual organs fully developed. Small dogs might weigh around 5 kg, while mediumsized dogs could weigh about 15 kg.

This concludes our guide to caring for growing puppies. We hope these tips help you nurture your furry friend into a healthy, happy adult.

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