Puppy Care Tips & Expert Advice
Expert guidance on raising a happy, healthy puppy. Learn about training and nutrition to breed advice and beyond.
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Angela B.
Puppies.com Partners with Fetch Pet Insurance: What New Puppy Owners Need to Know
A swallowed sock. An injury at the dog park. The unexpected happens. Learn why pet insurance matters for new puppies and how to get covered from day one.
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Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB
The Breeder is the Most Important Person in a Puppy's Life
The breeder plays an important and critical role in the health and well-being of their puppies.
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All Puppies.com Blog Articles
Puppies.com Partners with Lemonade Pet Insurance
What is pet insurance? If you’ve ever raised a dog of your own, you know there’s nothing quite like the adventure and sweetness of the puppy years. Bringing a new puppy home adds so much joy to your life, but its important to also be aware of the responsibilities associated with pet ownership. Along with [ ]
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Helpful Tips on Licensing
NOTICE: This article is only intended to be an overview of licensing requirements for dog breeders and is for informational purposes only. It does not cover all scenarios or situations that may face breeders. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with federal, state, and local laws. We do not provide any assistance with [ ]
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Buyer Tips
Buying your first puppy can be a daunting task, but Puppies.com is here to help. We want to be sure that your transaction is safe and that everyone is happy. Internet fraud is on the rise, so weve also included some tips to help protect yourself when buying online. Arm yourself with information and buy [ ]
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Bringing a New Puppy Home
Bringing a new puppy home is so exciting! You and your family are making a big step by welcoming a new family member into the fold, and the honeymoon phase is in full bloom. Unfortunately, it’s also at this point where things can go off the rails. From the very beginning, it’s important to begin [ ]
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Popular Dog Breeds in the USA
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), America’s most popular dog breeds are Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Bulldogs, and Beagles. Here are some interesting facts about some of our nation’s favorite dog breeds! Labrador Retrievers are America’s most popular dog for the 29th year in a row! Labrador Retrievers originally come from Newfoundland [ ]
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How to Trim Your Dog's Nails
If there is one thing that dogs possibly despise more than a trip to the vet, it’s getting their nails clipped. For starters, they really don’t want to sit still unless they’re passing out or getting a belly rub. For another, they don’t like being handled awkwardly, and having their legs and feet held definitely [ ]
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Vaccinating Your Dog
We all want our dogs to be safe, healthy, and happy, and vaccines are one safeguard we can take to make that happen. Vaccinations help prevent various illnesses by preparing the immune system to fight against disease-causing pathogens. They are an easy and affordable way to ensure that your dog lives a long, healthy life. [ ]
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Healthy Dog Food
We all want our dogs to be healthy. Along with regular exercise, feeding our dogs healthy food is one best ways to help them live long, happy, healthy lives. With all of the dog food brands on the market, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed. Here are some tips to help make it easier to maintain [ ]
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Responsible Dog Breeding
Becoming a responsible and skilled breeder takes a great deal of compassion and commitment. It also requires extensive knowledge on several important subjects. Good dog breeders are, without fail, doggy experts. They have invested the time, energy, and money to become adept at their craft, and they are dedicated to improving the breed with each [ ]
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