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The pitter-patter of tiny paws in your home is so exciting. But what don’t you know about caring for a new puppy? Spot's experts are here to help.
How Much Do Puppies Sleep? Puppy Sleep Needs by Age Explained
Puppies are known for their bursts of energy followed by long naps, but many pet parents wonder: how much do puppies really sleep? Sleep plays a huge role in your puppy’s growth, learning, and overall health. Understanding what’s normal will help you...
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Basset Fauvre de Bretagne: What to Know Before Bringing One Home
Breed Characteristics The Basset Fauvre de Bretagne is a small to medium-sized dog with a solid, sturdy build. They typically weigh between 25 to 40 pounds and stand around 12.5 to 15.5 inches tall1. With a life expectancy of 11 to 14 years, they can...
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What to Know Before Getting a Lakeland Terrier
The Lakeland Terrier is a small but spirited breed known for its confidence, cleverness, and lively nature. Originally bred to chase foxes through the rugged terrain of Northern England, these dogs bring a bold attitude and a lot of personality to any...
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What to Know Before Getting a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Characteristics of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen—often shortened to PBGV—is a compact yet robust breed known for its tousled coat and cheerful personality. Typically weighing between 25 and 40 pounds and standing 13...
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What to Know Before Getting a Finnish Spitz
Characteristics of the Finnish Spitz The Finnish Spitz is a small to medium-sized dog known for its foxy appearance, pointed ears, and curved, plumed tail. These dogs have a rich golden-red coat that gives off a glowing hue—never one solid color, but...
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Crate Training a Puppy
Introduction Thinking about crate training your puppy? Puppies have tons of energy and may feel impossible to properly monitor all the time, especially when you have a house with multiple rooms in which they can wander off. Apart from having...
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Manchester Terrier: What You Should Know Before Bringing One Home
Manchester Terrier Characteristics The Manchester Terrier is a small but sturdy breed that typically weighs between 12 and 22 pounds1. These dogs often live a long and healthy life, with a life expectancy of 15 to 17 years1. They have a short, sleek...
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Puppy Fear Periods: Why Your Pup's Suddenly Scared (and How to Help)
Ever wonder why your dog is scared of everything so suddenly? If your dog is still a puppy, they may likely be going through what’s called the puppy fear periods. The puppy fear stages are a completely normal part of puppy development, so you shouldn’t...
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Puppyhood Insight 1: Puppies Aren’t Stuffed Animals with a Heartbeat
Few things melt a heart like a young puppy. Small and wobbly, their early days revolve around three basic things: resting, eating, and pottying. Like a baby, they don’t know what to do when they feel tired, hungry, or need to potty. When babies are...
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