Frequently Asked
Questions about puppies:
How old do puppies have to be before you can start holding them?
You can start handling your puppies as soon as they are born. Just be very gentle!How long until puppies start running around?
Usually puppies will start to run around a little when their eyes open at about 2 weeks of age. By the time they're 3 weeks old they'll be on the go all the time. :)When do puppies lose their puppy teeth?
Most dogs lose their puppy teeth when they're about 4 months old.At what age do puppies stop teething?
By the time a dog is 7-8 months old he or she should have all of their adult teeth and won't need to teeth anymore. But chewing doesn't necessarily mean teething. If your puppy has had its teeth for awhile, he's likely mouthing. This is how dogs communicate and learn about the world. Make sure your puppy has lots of things to chew on, and if he chews on something he's not supposed to, firmly tell him NO, but never scold or punish the puppy. Do not allow your puppy to chew or bite people - if he does, make a yelping noise to indicate to the puppy that it hurts.When can puppies start eating puppy food?
You can start weaning puppies to mash (puppy kibble soaked in warm water) when they're about 3-and-a-half weeks old. If you think your puppies aren't getting enough milk from their mother you should weigh them twice every day (once in the morning, once at night) - they should be gaining a little bit of weight everyday. If they aren't, you need to get some puppy milk replacement formula and bottle feed them.How old does a puppy have to be to give it a bath?
You can start giving puppies baths when they're around 4 weeks old. Their mom will keep them clean before then. Remember to use a mild puppy shampoo for young pups.What age can puppies start getting their shots?
Puppies can start getting their vaccines at 8-9 weeks old.What are the signs and symptoms that my puppy has intestinal worms?
- Bloating of the stomach (a pot bellied appearance)
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Dull coat
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Lethargy (low energy)
- Coughing
- Dry, hot nose
- Pale lips and gums
- Watery eyes
- Small white worm segments around the anus (tapeworms)
- Excessive licking of the puppy's anal area
- Scooting around on its rear end
- Sticky saliva
- Bad breath