Puppy Development

 

8 to 12 Weeks

Physical Development your puppy is getting his act together physically he’s still quite roly-poly, but

learning to coordinate his growing body well enough for playful jumping and tumbling. Toward his 12th

week he’ll start shedding puppy teeth as permanent teeth emerge. His 12 th week, bladder control is

improving.

Behavior changes and challenges as your puppy shifts his dependence to you as his owner and

leader, you’ll become the center of his world. He’ll probably like to lie down on top of or beside your

feet.

 He is curious about everything around him. He has a very short attention span at this age, and is

easily distracted.

 Although he had little sense of fear in past weeks ...at some point between 7 and 8 weeks he

may be suddenly cautious of anything new in his environment. Tips “fear period” are normal. .

He may be fearful of about abrupt movement of sounds. Beware of this sensitive phase and try

to prevent undue stress to him.

 Much as a toddle explores with hands and fingers, you puppies like to investigate things using

their mouths. Combine this with the increasing urge to chew as permanent teeth start to come

in and your have one mouthy customer. Be prepared for this by providing him with lots of safe,

chewable toys.

KEEP IN MIND like any baby, your young puppy needs to sleep for much of the day. Keep playtimes

short and give him lots of “down time”

Don’t force him to keep up prolonged activity and resist the urge to show him off to everyone right

away.

HEALTH AND NUTRITRINON REMINDERS your pups immune system is not fully developed until

about 12 weeks old ... To help protect him from several serious canine diseases. It is crucial during this

time to keep up with his vaccine schedule (His puppy shots) as recommended by your veterinarian.. It is

also very import to keep him away from other dogs and from areas where other dogs may have soiled

the grounds...until he’s 12 weeks old.

TRAINING TIPS FROM THIS STAGE introduce “pre-trainings activities” although your puppy has a

very short attention span, you begin gently developing a few basic behaviors such as wearing a collar,

following on a leash, and coming when called. Keeps each session only about three minutes long, with

the emphasis on fun, using plenty of treats and praise?

Since his immunity is not established your pup can not yet venture to training classes of public places. B

it is important for him to start meeting variety of people. This can be done in the safety of your

home..Simply have visitor gently interact withy you puppy whenever possible.

Not until about 12 weeks as your puppy gets better control of his bladder and bowel movement can

more focused housetrain begins. Right now, he sure to take your puppy out very frequently....after ever

time he eats, drinks or awakes. After he has bout of activity and at least ever hour or so in between

while you are not with him provide him a safe, confined space that include a place of him to sleep and a

separate toilet area where he can relive himself.

, Housebreaking & Crate Training .

Housebreaking your new puppy need not break you. With patience, diligence, and a calm,

authoritative manner, you can teach your dog exactly where he should eliminate and where he

should not.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

1) The key to success is simple: timing is everything

2) Take your puppy outside immediately after eating, playing, or napping ( approx.

every 2 hours) Keeping this rigid schedule will prevent him from making mistakes in the

house

3) Some trainers recommend giving your dog a command like “Potty time!”. Or “Go to the

bathroom” at the comment your pup is correctly doing his business outside.

Eventually, whenever you say that phrase, the dog will eliminate on cue.

4. Much like a little boy who dances up and down when he has to go to the bathroom, a

puppy’s behavior will let you know that he needs to go outside. If he whines, paces or run

in circle, grab the leash and get out the door.

5 Mistakes happen. If you catch your puppy eliminating in the house====and he

will===correct him with a firm, gentle “NO”. Take him for a walk and praise him lavishly

when he does his business outside.

TIP ...... Even if you are in a hurry ...Don’t bring the puppy back inside as soon as he does his

business. If you do, he will learn that once he eliminates the fun walk is over and he will

start to “hold it” for longer periods .

TIP .......If you find that your dog eliminated in the house when you were not looking and he

has a remorseful, sad expression, do not punish him. Only punish and reward your pup for

the bad and at the good acts he performs while you are watching

PLEASE READ
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood sugar) Fact Care sheet
• Causes: Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the liver is not sufficiently providing the sugar
needed for maintaining your puppy's energy level. As a result, excessive activity, inadequate
heating, a missed meal„ or any other, stress can result in a hypoglycemia attack. Toy breeds are
particularly susceptible during the first two to four months of age.
Symptoms: The symptoms of an attack can vary. Your puppy may become fatigued, droopy,
and clumsy. Spasms or convulsions may follow. Coma and death affect severe cases.
Sometimes a puppy is found in a s.emicornatose condition with the usual signs of shock. Your
puppy's gums will start to turn white before a hypoglycemia attack. It is a good idea to check
your new puppy's gums four times a day.
Treatment: Immediate treatment is required to restore the proper sugar levels. If the puppy is
awake, give him/her honey or sugar water or pancake syrup in a pinch will work. If the puppy is
unconscious, the veterinarian will have to administer an intravenous solution. In either case, call
the veterinarian at once.. Nutra-Cal supplement available at Pet Stores and Vet offices is
valuable item to have for-your new puppy.
Preventative Treatment: Keep sugar, karo syrup, or honey dissolved in your puppy's water
bowl. Administer Nutra-Cal supplement four times a day. Feed your new puppy four feedings a
day. It's better to give smaller feedings than one large feeding. Treat your new puppy like a baby
coming home from te hospital. They need a lot of care and rest. linot let your new puppy play
too long and hard, this will exhaust all energy. If this happens your puppy will have a
hypoglyccemia-attack (Low blood sugar).

Here is Roxy from 4 weeks to 1 year see how she grows!

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