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Understanding your PUPPY BEHAVIOUR

You are an important social partner to your puppy, and whether they're trying to catch your attention or not, it's important you're able to understand their behavior's, how they express themselves and the meaning behind their actions.

How your puppy's NUTRITIONAL NEEDS CHANGE

A puppy’s dietary needs change at each stage as they move towards adulthood, which different breeds reach at different ages. To make sure that your puppy is appropriately supported throughout growth, they is appropriately supported throughout growth, they should remain on a puppy-specific diet until they reach adulthood.

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  • RELAXED
  • ALERT
  • PLAYFUL
  • FEARFUL
  • DEFENSIVE AGGRESSION
  • OFFENSIVE AGGRESSION
RELAXED

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specifc items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behaviour to be sure they feel comfortable and confdent in each situation.

ALERT

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specifc items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behaviour to be sure they feel comfortable and confdent in each situation.

PLAYFUL

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specifc items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behaviour to be sure they feel comfortable and confident in each situation.

FEARFUL

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specific items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behavioral to be sure they feel comfortable and confident in each situation.

DEFENSIVE AGGRESSION

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specific items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behaviour to be sure they feel comfortable and confident in each situation.

OFFENSIVE AGGRESSION

If your puppy is showing alert body language, this means that something has caught their attention. This isn't exclusively a reaction to something negative, and merely shows your puppy's interest in specific items/situations. That being said, pay close attention to the development of your puppy's behaviour to be sure they feel comfortable and confident in each situation.

Encouraging GOOD BEHAVIOUR

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1/3 Finding a vet

Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to find one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.

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1/3 Finding a vet

Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to find one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.

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1/3 Finding a vet

Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to find one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.

The evolution of A DOG'S BEHAVIOUR

Domestication has seen dogs change from wild animals to household pets, which has resulted in drastic behavioural changes. As dogs no longer need to source food or seek shelter, they need to be able to communicate their needs to their owners, which they learn to do so from an early age.

Puppy BEHAVIOUR EXPLAINED

Discover some of the reasons that may be behind your puppy’s behaviour.

What are the size categories for dogs?

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
By Breed

Dogs are categorized in five different sizes:

  • X-small up to 4kg when adult
  • Small up to 10kg when adult
  • Medium 11kg to 25kg when adult
  • Large 26kg to 44kg when adult
  • Giant over 45kg when adult
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Wherever you go with your puppy, it’s important to stay calm and make them feel that these new experiences are normal.