buying · breeders
10 Questions to Ask a Breeder Before You Commit
Puppies Editorial ·
Print this list before your first call with a breeder.
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feeding · large-breeds
Feeding a Large-Breed Puppy Without Overdoing It
Puppies Editorial ·
Large breeds grow fast — here is how to keep growth steady and joints happy.
Read more →new-puppy · care
The First Week With Your New Puppy
Puppies Editorial ·
A calm, practical checklist for the first seven days: sleeping, feeding, potty breaks and vet visits.
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behavior · breeder-guide · puppy-exposure-checklist · puppy-training · puppy-socialization
The Ultimate Puppy Exposure Checklist: Safe Socialization Before 8 Weeks
Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB ·
A confident puppy starts with thoughtful early experiences. This comprehensive puppy socialization checklist from Puppies.com covers safe exposure to new people, sounds, surfaces, handling, and everyday environments before puppies go home, as well as how families can continue socialization as the puppy grows.
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Puppies.com Partners with Fetch Pet Insurance: What New Puppy Owners Need to Know
Angela B. ·
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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puppy-health · large-breed-dogs · ofa · osteoarthritis · breeder-health-testing · pennhip · veterinarian-care
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs: What Every Puppy Owner and Breeder Needs to Know
Dr. Anne McClanahan, DVM ·
Hip dysplasia affects up to 20% of dogs — but the right breeder, diet, and early intervention can make all the difference. Here is what every puppy owner needs to know.
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behavior · development · socialization · training · puppy · breeder · dogbehavior · puppyhealth · breeder-guide
Week by Week: How Breeders Shape Healthy Behavioral Development
Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB ·
The difference between a confident adult dog and a fearful one often starts in the first 8 weeks of life. Here is what happens week by week, and why it matters whether you are a breeder or someone selecting a new puppy.
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breeders · app-launch · puppiescom-app · ios · android · buyers · platform-updates
The Puppies.com App Is Here: Find Your Perfect Puppy or Manage Your Listings From Anywhere
Angela B. ·
The Puppies.com app is now available for iPhone and Android. Puppy seekers can now search thousands of verified puppy listings, set alerts, and message breeders directly from their phone, for free. Breeders, manage your listings, connect with buyers 24/7, and never miss an inquiry from a buyer again. Create your profile and edit listings from the palm of your hand! Already have a Puppies.com account? No problem, log in to the app using your user name and password for a seamless experience.
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breeders · video-tips
How to Take a Great Puppy Video for Your Listing
Puppies.com ·
Listing tip for breeders: how to take videos of your puppies for listings and the message center.
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